2012 Acura TSX Owners Manual

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A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Index Index QRG ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 212 Accessories and Modifications ................ 219 Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 129 Active Head Restraints............................. 122 Additives Coolant .................................................. 240 Engine Oil ............................................... 234 Washer ................................................... 246 Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 234 Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 124 Front Seats.............................................. 116 Head Restraints....................................... 118 Headlights .............................................. 247 Mirrors.................................................... 114 Rear Seats............................................... 123 Steering Wheel ....................................... 113 Temperature ............................................. 78 Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System).................................................... 133 Changing the Mode................................ 133 Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 134 Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 270 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 133 Sensor .................................................... 136 Synchronized Mode ................................ 135 Using Automatic Climate Control............ 133 Air Pressure .............................. 260, 305, 307 Airbags ........................................................ 33 Advanced Airbags ..................................... 39 After a Collision......................................... 37 Airbag Care............................................... 47 Event Data Recorder .................................. 19 Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 36 Indicator........................................ 44, 67, 70 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 45 Sensors...................................................... 33 Side Airbag Cutoff System......................... 42 Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 46 Side Airbags .............................................. 40 Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 43 AM/FM Radio ............................................ 143 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 212 Indicator.................................................... 66 Armrest ..................................................... 124 Audio System ............................................ 138 Adjusting the Sound................................ 142 Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 140 Error Messages ........................................ 158 General Information ................................ 161 MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 153 Recommended CDs ................................. 162 Recommended Devices............................ 164 Remote Controls ..................................... 160 Security Code .......................................... 140 Theft Protection....................................... 140 USB Adapter Cable.................................. 139 USB Flash Drives ...................................... 164 Authorized Manuals................................. 315 Auto Door Lock/Unlock.............................. 94 Customize........................................... 81, 83 Automatic Lighting .................................. 106 Automatic Transmission........................... 194 Creeping ................................................. 194 Fluid........................................................ 242 Kickdown................................................ 194 Operating the Shift Lever................... 13, 196 Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 197 Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 287 Shifting ................................................... 195 Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 140 Average Fuel Economy .............................. 78 Average Speed ........................................... 79 Battery ...................................................... 268 Charging System Indicator................. 65, 290 Jump Starting.......................................... 284 Maintenance (Checking the Battery)........ 268 Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 269 Belts (Seat) .................................................. 26 Beverage Holders ..................................... 128 Bluetooth® Audio ..................................... 156 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 167 Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 59 Brake System ............................................ 210 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 212 Brake Assist System ................................. 213 Fluid........................................................ 244 317 2013 TSX13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 318 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Foot Brake ............................................... 211 Indicator ............................................ 64, 292 Parking Brake .......................................... 210 Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 109 Bulb Replacement..................................... 247 Back-Up Lights......................................... 254 Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Lights .......... 253 Fog Lights................................................ 251 Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights..................................................... 252 Headlights ............................................... 247 High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 256 Rear License Plate Light............................ 255 Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights..................................................... 253 Bulb Specifications............................ 304, 306 Carbon Monoxide Gas................................ 60 Cargo Hooks.............................................. 130 Carrying Cargo.................................. 183, 185 CD Player ................................................... 147 Certification Label .................................... 308 Changing Bulbs......................................... 247 Charging System Indicator ................. 65, 290 Child Safety ................................................. 48 Childproof Door Locks ............................... 94 Emergency Trunk Opener .......................... 97 Child Seat.................................................... 48 Booster Seats ............................................ 59 Child Seat for Infants................................. 50 Child Seat for Small Children..................... 51 Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt.................................................. 55 Larger Children ......................................... 58 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 50 Selecting a Child Seat................................ 52 Using a Tether........................................... 57 Childproof Door Locks ............................... 94 Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 273 Cleaning the Interior................................ 271 Client Service Information ....................... 316 Climate Control System............................ 133 Changing the Mode ................................ 133 Defrosting the Windshield and Windows............................................... 134 Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 270 Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 133 Sensors ................................................... 136 Synchronized Mode................................. 135 Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 133 Clock............................................................ 88 Clutch Fluid............................................... 245 Coat Hook................................................. 130 Compact Spare Tire .................. 277, 305, 307 Compass .................................................... 179 Console Compartment ............................. 127 Controls....................................................... 87 Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 240 Adding to the Radiator ........................... 241 Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 240 Overheating............................................ 288 Temperature Gauge.................................. 75 Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 194 Cruise Control .......................................... 201 Indicator ................................................... 71 Cup Holders.............................................. 128 Customized Features ................................. 80 Daytime Running Lights .......................... 107 Dead Battery ............................................ 284 Defrosting the Windshield and Windows................................................. 134 Detachable Shelf...................................... 126 Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 309 Dimming Headlights .............................................. 105 Rear View Mirror..................................... 114 Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 235 Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 105 Door Mirrors............................................. 114 Doors .......................................................... 89 Auto Door Lock ........................................ 94 Auto Door Unlock..................................... 94 Door and Trunk Open Indicator........... 25, 68 Keys.......................................................... 89 QRG Index 318 2013 TSX13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 319 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z QRG Index Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...................................................... 93 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................... 91 Lockout Prevention System ....................... 92 DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 262 Driving ...................................................... 181 Automatic Transmission .......................... 194 Braking ................................................... 210 Cruise Control ........................................ 201 Shifting Gear .................................. 195, 199 Starting the Engine ................................. 191 Driving Position Memory System ............ 111 Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 270 Elapsed Time .............................................. 79 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 68, 292 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 204 Emergency................................................ 299 Emergency Trunk Opener ......................... 97 Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 311 Engine....................................................... 308 Coolant .................................................. 240 Jump Starting ......................................... 284 Oil .......................................................... 234 Starting................................................... 191 Switch Buzzer ......................................... 104 Engine Coolant ......................................... 240 Adding to the Radiator ............................ 241 Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 240 Overheating ............................................ 288 Temperature Gauge .................................. 75 Engine Oil ................................................. 234 Adding .................................................... 237 Checking................................................. 235 Displaying Oil Life .................................... 225 Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 64, 290 Recommended Engine Oil........................ 234 EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 68, 292 Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 60 Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 273 Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 114 Features..................................................... 137 Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 270 Oil ........................................................... 238 Flat Tire ..................................................... 277 Floor Mats ................................................. 272 Fluids Automatic Transmission........................... 242 Brake/Clutch............................................ 244 Engine Coolant........................................ 240 Manual Transmission ............................... 243 Windshield Washer.................................. 246 Fog Light Indicator..................................... 70 Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 123 Foot Brake ................................................ 211 Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 36 Front Seats................................................ 116 Adjusting ................................................ 116 Fuel...................................................... 14, 215 Economy ................................................. 218 Gauge....................................................... 75 Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78 Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66 Range ....................................................... 78 Recommendation .................................... 215 Refueling................................................. 215 Fuel Economy ........................................... 218 Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 14, 217 Message.................................................. 291 Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 14, 216 Unable to Unlock .................................... 300 Fuses.......................................................... 294 Inspecting and Changing......................... 298 Locations................................................. 294 Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 218 Gauge....................................................... 75 Information ............................................. 215 Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78 Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66 319 2013 TSX13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 320 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z QRG Refueling ................................................. 215 Gauges......................................................... 75 Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission........................... 195 Manual Transmission ............................... 199 Glass (care) ................................................ 274 Glove Box .................................................. 126 Halogen Bulbs................................... 247, 251 Handling the Unexpected ........................ 275 HandsFreeLink® (HFL) ............................... 167 Change Language ................................... 178 Help Features........................................... 168 Information Display.................................. 168 Making a Call .......................................... 173 Menus..................................................... 169 Muting a Call........................................... 174 Phone Setup ............................................ 171 Phonebook .............................................. 175 Receiving a Call ....................................... 174 Sending Numbers or Names During a Call........................................................ 174 Transferring a Call ................................... 174 Hazard Warning Button............................... 2 Head Restraints......................................... 118 Headlights................................................. 105 Aiming .................................................... 247 Automatic Operation ............................... 106 Dimming ......................................... 105, 107 Index 320 Operating................................................ 105 Heated Door Mirrors................................ 110 Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 132 High-Beam Indicator .................................. 69 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver............ 165 Identification Numbers ............................ 308 Engine and Transmission ......................... 308 Vehicle Identification ............................... 308 Ignition Switch ......................................... 104 Illumination Control................................. 109 Knob....................................................... 109 Immobilizer System .................................... 98 Indicator.................................................... 70 Indicators .................................................... 64 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 66 Charging System ............................... 65, 290 CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 71, 202 CRUISE MAIN .................................... 71, 201 Door and Trunk Open ......................... 25, 68 EPS (Electric Power Steering) System.. 68, 292 Fog Light................................................... 70 High-Beam ................................................ 69 Immobilizer System ................................... 70 Lights On .................................................. 69 Low Fuel ................................................... 66 Low Oil Pressure................................ 64, 290 Low Tire Pressure/TPMS............. 68, 206, 208 Maintenance MinderTM ............................ 225 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 65, 291 Parking Brake and Brake System ............... 64 Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 27, 66 Security System Alarm............................... 71 Side Airbag Off ................................... 46, 70 Supplemental Restraint System ........... 44, 67 System Message ....................................... 69 Transmission ............................................. 65 Turn Signal ............................................... 69 VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System ............................................ 67, 204 VSA® OFF.......................................... 67, 205 Information .............................................. 303 Information Buttons .................................. 76 Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78 Instrument Panel........................................ 63 Brightness Control .................................. 109 Interior Lights........................................... 125 Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 114 Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 280 Jump Starting........................................... 284 Key Number Tag ........................................ 90 Keyless Lockout Prevention....................... 92 Keys............................................................. 89 Lockout Prevention ................................... 92 2013 TSX13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 321 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z QRG Number Tag.............................................. 90 Rear Door Won’t Open ............................. 94 Remote Transmitter .................................. 91 Retractable Master Keys............................ 89 Types and Functions.................................. 89 Valet Key .................................................. 90 Won’t Turn ............................................... 17 Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 194 Using a Key ............................................... 92 Lockout Prevention System........................ 92 Low Battery Charge.................................. 290 Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 66 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 290 Lower Anchors............................................ 53 Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 305, 307 Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 185 Language (HFL) ........................................ 178 LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 53 Lights ................................................ 105, 247 Automatic............................................... 106 Bulb Replacement ................................... 247 Daytime Running Lights .......................... 107 Fog Lights ............................................... 107 High-Beam Indicator ................................. 69 Interior.................................................... 125 Light Switches......................................... 105 Lights On Indicator.................................... 69 Turn Signals ............................................ 105 Load Limits ............................................... 185 Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 89 Auto Door Lock/Unlock............................. 94 Childproof Door Locks .............................. 94 From Inside ............................................... 93 From Outside ............................................ 91 Keys.......................................................... 89 Lockout Prevention System ....................... 92 Maintenance............................................. 221 Battery .................................................... 268 Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 244 Cleaning.................................................. 271 Climate Control....................................... 270 Coolant ................................................... 240 Maintenance MinderTM ............................ 225 Oil ........................................................... 235 Precautions.............................................. 222 Radiator .................................................. 241 Remote Transmitter ................................. 269 Replacing Light Bulbs............................... 247 Safety...................................................... 223 Service Items ........................................... 227 Tires ........................................................ 259 Transmission Fluid ................................... 242 Under the Hood ...................................... 229 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 65, 291 Manual Transmission................................ 199 Map Lights ................................................ 125 Index Maximum Load Limit ............................... 185 Meters, Gauges........................................... 75 Mirrors ...................................................... 114 Adjusting ................................................ 114 Automatic Dimming ................................ 114 Door ....................................................... 114 Exterior ................................................... 114 Interior Rearview ..................................... 114 Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 219 Moonroof ................................................. 103 MP3 ................................................... 147, 153 Multi-Information Display ......................... 76 Numbers (Identification).......................... 308 Odometer ................................................... 77 Oil (Engine)............................................... 234 Adding.................................................... 237 Checking................................................. 235 Displaying Oil Life.................................... 225 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 290 Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 234 Viscosity .................................................. 234 Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 231 Moonroof ............................................... 103 Power Windows...................................... 100 321 2013 TSX13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 322 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z QRG Trunk......................................................... 95 Overheating .............................................. 288 P Q Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ................................................ 13, 198 Panic Mode ................................................. 99 Parking ...................................................... 214 Parking Brake............................................ 210 Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 64, 292 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 45 Passing Indicators ..................................... 105 Power Windows........................................ 100 Precautions While Driving........................ 193 Rain......................................................... 193 Pregnant Women ....................................... 31 Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 277 Radiator..................................................... 241 Radio (AM/FM).......................................... 143 Radio Data System (RDS).......................... 144 Range .......................................................... 78 RDS (Radio Data System).......................... 144 Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 311 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button...................................................... 110 Rear Seats (Folding Down)....................... 123 Index 322 Rearview Mirror (Automatic Dimming) .. 114 Refueling .................................................. 215 Fuel Gauge............................................ 8, 75 Gasoline.................................. 215, 304, 306 Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66 Regulations............................... 208, 262, 309 Remote Transmitter ................................... 91 Replacement Battery .................................................... 269 Bulbs....................................................... 247 Fuses....................................................... 294 Tires ........................................................ 265 Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 257 Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 310 Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 77 Retractable Master Keys ............................ 89 Reverse Tilt Mirror.................................... 115 Safe Driving ................................................ 21 Safety Check ............................................... 25 Safety Labels............................................... 61 Safety Message........................................... 20 Seat Belts .................................................... 26 Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 30 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 28 Checking................................................... 32 Fastening .................................................. 29 Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt.................................................. 55 Pregnant Women...................................... 31 Reminder .................................................. 27 Warning Indicator ............................... 27, 66 Seat Heaters ............................................. 132 Seats.......................................................... 116 Adjusting ................................................ 116 Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support.................. 120 Front Seats.............................................. 116 Rear Seats............................................... 123 Seat Heaters ........................................... 132 Security System .......................................... 98 Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 70 Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 71 SEL/RESET Knob.......................................... 76 Select Lever ................................ 13, 195, 199 Operation ................................. 13, 196, 199 Releasing ................................................ 287 Won’t Move ........................................... 287 Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 52 Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 141 Sequential Shift Mode............................. 197 Setting the Clock........................................ 88 Shift Lever .................................. 13, 195, 199 Shift Position Indicator ............................ 196 Shifting (Transmission) .................... 195, 199 Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 30 Side Airbags ............................................... 40 Cutoff System........................................... 42 Off Indicator ............................................. 42 Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 43 Snow Tires ................................................ 267 2013 TSX13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 323 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z QRG Index Spare Tire ................................. 277, 305, 307 Spark Plugs ....................................... 304, 306 Specifications ........................................... 304 Specified Fuel ........................... 215, 304, 306 Speedometer.............................................. 75 SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 36 Starting the Engine.................................. 191 Does Not Start ........................................ 283 Engine Switch Buzzer.............................. 104 Jump Starting ......................................... 284 Steering Wheel ........................................ 113 Adjusting ................................................ 113 Stopping ................................................... 214 Sunglasses Holder .................................... 131 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 36 Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 2, 3, 104 SYNC Mode .............................................. 135 System Message Indicator ......................... 69 Tachometer ................................................ 75 Temperature .............................................. 78 Gauge ........................................................ 8 Outside Temperature Display .................... 78 Temperature Sensor ................................ 136 Time (Setting)............................................. 88 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..................................................... 206 Indicator ........................................... 68, 293 Tires ........................................................... 259 Air Pressure ............................. 260, 305, 307 Checking and Maintaining....................... 259 Inspection................................................ 259 Labeling .................................................. 260 Puncture (Flat Tire)................................... 277 Regulations ............................................. 262 Rotation .................................................. 266 Spare Tire ................................ 277, 305, 307 Tire Chains .............................................. 267 Wear Indicators ....................................... 264 Winter..................................................... 267 Tools .......................................................... 276 Towing a Trailer ....................................... 187 Equipment and Accessories ..................... 188 Load Limits .............................................. 187 Towing Your Vehicle................................ 190 Emergency .............................................. 299 TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 206 Indicator............................................ 68, 293 Transmission ..................................... 195, 199 Automatic ............................................... 195 Fluid ................................................ 242, 243 Manual.................................................... 199 Number................................................... 308 Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 197 Shift Position Indicator....................... 13, 196 Trip Meter ................................................... 77 Trip/Reset Switch ........................................ 77 Troubleshooting....................................... 275 Blown Fuse.............................................. 294 Brake Pedal Vibrates.................................. 17 Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 18 Emergency Towing.................................. 299 Engine Won’t Start.................................. 283 Noise When Braking.................................. 18 Overheating ............................................ 288 Premium Gasoline ................... 215, 304, 306 Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 277 Rear Door Won’t Open........................ 17, 94 Select Lever Won’t Move......................... 287 Warning Indicators .................................... 64 Trunk........................................................... 95 Lid............................................................. 95 Light Bulb........................................ 304, 306 Main Switch .............................................. 97 Unable to Open....................................... 301 Turn Signals .............................................. 105 Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 69 Unlocking the Doors .................................. 91 USB Adapter Cable........................... 138, 139 USB Flash Drives ....................................... 164 Valet Key..................................................... 90 Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5 323 2013 TSX13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 324 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Tire Chains .............................................. 267 Wipers and Washers................................. 108 Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 257 WMA ................................................. 147, 153 Worn Tires ................................................ 259 X Y Z XM® Radio ................................................ 145 Vehicle Identification Number................. 308 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) .................. 204 Off Button ............................................... 205 Off Indicator .............................................. 67 System Indicator ........................................ 67 Ventilation ................................................ 133 Viscosity (Oil)............................. 234, 305, 307 VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 204 Warning and Information Messages ......... 72 Warning Indicator On/Blinking................ 290 Warning Labels ........................................... 61 Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately)............................................... 313 Watts ................................................. 304, 306 Wear Indicators (Tire)............................... 264 Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)............ 280 Window Washers...................................... 108 Adding/Refilling Fluid............................... 246 Switch ..................................................... 108 Windows (Opening and Closing)............. 100 Windshield ................................................ 108 Cleaning.................................................. 274 Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 134 Washer Fluid............................................ 246 Wiper Blades ........................................... 257 Wipers and Washers ................................ 108 Winter Tires............................................... 267 Snow Tires............................................... 267 QRG Index 324 2013 TSX13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 0 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Contents 2013 TSX Online Reference Owner's Manual 2 Safe Driving P. 21 For Safe Driving P. 22 Seat Belts P. 26 Airbags P. 33 This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. 2 Instrument Panel P. 63 Indicators P. 64 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 75 This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. 2 Controls P. 87 Setting the Clock P. 88 Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 103 Adjusting the Seats P. 116 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 89 Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these features. This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. Navigation Key 2 Features P. 137 Audio System P. 138 General Information on the Audio System P. 161 Audio System Basic Operation P. 141 2 Driving P. 181 Before Driving P. 182 Refueling P. 215 Towing a Trailer P. 187 Fuel Economy P. 218 2 Maintenance P. 221 Before Performing Maintenance P. 222 Maintenance MinderTM P. 225 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 257 Climate Control System Maintenance P. 270 QRG Quick Reference Guide TOC Chapter Table of Contents Index Index Book Table of Contents 2 Handling the Unexpected P. 275 Tools P. 276 Overheating P. 288 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 300 2 Information P. 303 Specifications P. 304 Emissions Testing P. 311 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 277 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 290 Identification Numbers P. 308 Warranty Coverages P. 313 00X31-TL1-6400 © 2012 American Honda Motor Co., Inc - All Rights Reserved13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 1 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Child Safety P. 48 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 60 Safety Labels P. 61 Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 95 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 104 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 125 Security System P. 98 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 100 Adjusting the Mirror P. 114 Climate Control System P. 133 Audio Error Messages P. 158 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 165 Audio Remote Controls P. 160 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 167 Compass * P. 179 When Driving P. 191 Accessories and Modifications P. 219 Braking P. 210 Parking Your Vehicle P. 214 Contents 2012 TSX Quick Reference Guide P. 2 Safe Driving P. 21 Instrument Panel P. 63 Controls P. 87 Features P. 137 Driving P. 181 Maintenance P. 221 Maintenance Under the Hood P. 229 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 259 Cleaning P. 271 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 247 Battery P. 268 Remote Transmitter Care P. 269 Handling the Unexpected P. 275 Engine Does Not Start P. 283 Fuses P. 294 When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 301 Jump Starting P. 284 Emergency Towing P. 299 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 287 Information P. 303 Index P. 317 Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 309 Authorized Manuals P. 315 Reporting Safety Defects P. 310 Client Service Information P. 316 Navigation Key Quick Reference Guide Index Chapter Table of Contents Book Table of Contents 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 2 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Quick Reference Guide Visual Index QRG Index ❙ System Indicators (P64) ❙ Gauges (P75) ❙ Multi-Information Display (P76) ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Audio System (P138) ❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Climate Control System (P133) ❙ Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Door Mirror Button (P110) ❙ Seat Heater Switches (P132) ❙ Ignition Switch (P104) ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P113) ❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button (P204) * Not available on all models 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 3 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 QRG ❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P105) ❙ Fog Lights (P107) ❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift down) * (P197) ❙ Remote Audio Control Buttons (P160) ❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift up) * (P197) (P198) (P198) Index ❙ Wipers/Washers (P108) ❙ Cruise Control Buttons (P201) ❙ SEL/RESET Button (P76) ❙ ❙ Horn (Information) Button (P76) ❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons (P167) * Not available on all models 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 4 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Visual Index QRG ❙ Driving Position Memory System Buttons * (P111) Index ❙ Driver Side Fuse Box (P294) ❙ Hood Release Handle (P 231) ❙ Driver’s Pocket ❙ Trunk Release (P95) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch (Unlocking Fuel Fill Door) (P93) ❙ Power Window Switches (P100) ❙ Door Mirror Controls (P114) ❙ Rearview Mirror (P114) ❙ Driver’s Front Airbag (P36) ❙ Passenger’s Front Airbag (P36) ❙ Parking Brake (P210) ❙ Glove Box (P126) ❙ Passenger Side Fuse Box (P295) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P129) ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P194) Manual Transmission (P199) * Not available on all models QRG Index 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 5 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 ❙ Seat Belt Installing a Child Seat (P55) ❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P57) ❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P43) ❙ Coat Hook (P130) ❙ Grab Handle ❙ Seat Belts (P26) ❙ Sunglasses Holder (P131) ❙ HomeLink® Button (P165) ❙ Moonroof Switch (P103) ❙ Map Lights (P125) ❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack (P140) ❙ USB Adapter Cable (P139) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P129) ❙ Center Pocket * ❙ Front Seat (P116) ❙ Side Airbags (P40) * Not available on all models ❙ Rear Seat (P123) ❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P53) ❙ Ceiling Light (P125) 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 6 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Visual Index QRG Index ❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P229) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P108) (P257) ❙ Door Mirrors (P114) ❙ Side Turn Signal Lights (P105) (P253) ❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P91) ❙ Headlights (P105) (P247) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking/ Side Marker Lights (P105) ❙ Tires (P259) ❙ Fog Lights (P107) (P277) (P251) (P252) ❙ How to Refuel (P216) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P256) ❙ Opening/Closing the Trunk (P95) ❙ Trunk Release Switch (P96) ❙ Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P97) ❙ Rearview Camera * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Back-Up Lights (P253) ❙ Brake/Taillights (P253) ❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P253) ❙ Rear Side Marker Lights (P253) * Not available on all models 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 7 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Safe Driving (P21) QRG Index Airbags (P33) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision. Child Safety (P48) ● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat. ● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat. ● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat. Exhaust Gas Hazard (P60) ● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate. Seat Belts (P26) ● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat. ● Check that your passengers are wearing their seat belts correctly. Before Driving Checklist (P25) ● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted. Fasten your lap belt as low as possible. * Not available on all models QRG 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 8 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Instrument Panel (P63) Gauges (P 75) Multi-Information Display (P 76) System Indicators (P 64) Lights Reminders Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator System Indicators System Indicators Fog Light Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator VSA® OFF Indicator Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Index Temperature Gauge Multi-Information Display Tachometer Speedometer Fuel Gauge Gear Position Indicator * Shift Lever Position Indicator * Security System Alarm Indicator Low Fuel Indicator U.S. Canada U.S. Canada Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Immobilizer System Indicator Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Supplemental Restraint System Indicator Side Airbag Off Indicator Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator Door and Trunk Open Indicator CRUISE MAIN Indicator CRUISE CONTROL Indicator System Message Indicator * Not available on all models QRG Index 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 9 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Controls (P 87) Turn Signals (P105) Lights (P105) Turn Signal Control Lever Light Control Switches Right Left High Beam Low Beam Flashing Wipers and Washers (P108) Wiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring : Long Delay : Short Delay Pull toward you to spray washer fluid. MIST OFF INT: Low speed with intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe * Not available on all models 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 10 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Steering Wheel (P113) ● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in place. Power Door Mirrors (P114) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w, move the selector switch to L or R. ● Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to adjust the mirror. Power Windows (P100) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w, open and close the power windows. ● If the power window lock button is in the off position, each passenger’s window can be opened and closed with its own switch. Selector Switch ● If the power window lock button is in the on position (indicator is on), each passenger’s window switch is disabled. Power Window Lock Button Indicator Trunk (P95) Adjustment Switch ● Place the selector switch in the R position to use the reverse tilt door mirror feature. Window Switch Trunk Release ● Push the trunk release on the driver’s door, or on the remote transmitter. With the doors unlocked, press the trunk release switch on the trunk lid to open it. QRG Index 10 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 11 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Climate Control System (P133) ● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system. QRG ● Press the ON/OFF button to turn the system on or off. ● Press the button to defrost the windshield. Models with navigation system The climate control system is voice operable. See the navigation system manual for complete details. SYNC (Synchronized) Button (Windshield Defroster) Button Models without navigation system displayed time begins flashing. Clock (P88) a Press the CLOCK button until the b Press Preset (4 (Hour) or (5 (Minute) c Press the CLOCK button again to set to set the time. Press Preset (6 (Reset) to set the time to the nearest hour. the time. AUTO Button Driver’s Side Temperature Control Switch ON/OFF Button (Recirculation) Button (Fan Control) Bar (Rear Window Defogger/ Heated Mirror) Button A/C (Air Conditioning) Button Passenger’s Side Temperature Control Switch Models with navigation system The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically. MODE Control Button Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents. Air flows from floor vents. Air flows from floor and dashboard vents, and back of the center console *. Air flows from dashboard vents and back of the center console *. * Not available on all models 11 Index 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 12 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Features (P137) Audio System (P138) For navigation system operation () See Navigation System Manual ● Audio Remote Controls (P160) VOL Button MODE Button VOL/ (Volume/Power) Knob CD Button AUX Button CD Slot (CD Eject) Button Preset Buttons SKIP Bar A.SEL (Auto Select) Button MENU Button Selector Knob CH Button ● VOL (volume) Button Press down. to adjust the volume up/ ● MODE Button Press and release to change the audio mode: FM1/FM2/AM/XM1/XM2/CD/AUX. ● CH (channel) Button Radio:Press and release to change the preset station. Press and hold to select the next or previous strong station. CD/USB device: Press and release to skip to the beginning of the next song or return to the beginning of the current song. Press and hold to change a folder. QRG Audio Display (XM®) Button AM Button FM Button TITLE Button SCAN Button CATEGORY Bar RETURN Button Index 12 QRG Index 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 13 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Driving (P181) Manual Transmission (P199) Automatic Transmission (P195) ● Shift to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. ● Shifting Release Button Shift Lever Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Reverse Neutral Transmission is not locked. Drive Normal driving. D-paddle shift mode can be used. S Position Sequential shift mode can be used. Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move out of (P. Press the release button to move the shift lever. Move the shift lever without pressing the release button. Paddle Shifters (P197) ● Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual transmission (1st through 5th). This is useful for engine braking. M Indicator Selected Gear Number Shift Down (- Paddle Shifter Shift Up (+ Paddle Shifter ● D-paddle shift mode: The transmission will shift back to automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle is cruising. ● Sequential shift mode: Holds the selected gear, and the M indicator comes on. ● The selected gear position is shown in the instrument panel. 13 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 14 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 VSA® OFF Button (P205) ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces. ● VSA® comes on automatically every time you start the engine. ● To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold the button until you hear a beep. Cruise Control (P201) ● Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. ● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE button, then press DECEL/SET when the vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h). Refueling (P 215) Fuel recommendation: 4-cylinder models Premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 91 or higher recommended 6-cylinder models Premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 91 or higher required Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 L) a Unlock the driver’s door. b Press on the edge of the fuel fill door to make it pop up slightly. c Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to remove the cap. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P206) ● TPMS monitors tire pressure. d Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door. ● TPMS is turned on automatically every time you start the engine. e After refueling, screw the cap back on until it clicks at least once. QRG Index 14 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 15 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Maintenance (P 221) Under the Hood (P 229) ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Add when necessary. ● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid. Wiper Blades (P257) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield. ● Check the battery regularly. a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the dashboard. QRG b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up the hood. Index c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly locked in place. Tires (P259) ● Inspect tires and wheels regularly. Lights (P247) ● Inspect all lights regularly. ● Check tire pressures regularly. ● Install snow tires for winter driving. 15 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 16 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 Handling the Unexpected (P 275) Flat Tire (P277) ● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in the trunk. Engine Won’t Start (P283) ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery. Overheating (P288) ● Park in a safe location. If you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down. QRG Indicators Come On (P290) ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner’s manual. Blown Fuse (P294) ● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device does not operate. Emergency Towing (P299) ● Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle. Index 16 13 ACURA TSX 4D-31TL16400.book 17 ページ２０１２年７月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時３１分 What to Do If QRG

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