high beam Acura RSX 2003 Owner's Manual

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols59
(P.62)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 60)
SIDE AIRBAG CUT-OFF INDICATOR (P.60)
(P.62)
TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD
WARNING INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.62) (P.62)
DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR
(P.60) SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT
(P.61)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
(P.61)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P.61)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
(P.61)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
(P.61)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62)
(P.64)
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.63)
(P.65)
SECURITY SYSTEM
INDICATOR

The lef t or right turn signal light
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the light does not blink or
blinks rapidly, it usually means one
of the turn signal bulbs is burned out
(see page ). Replace the bulb as
soon as possible, since other drivers
cannot see that you are signaling.
WhenyouturnontheHazard
Warning switch, both turn signal
lights blink. All turn signals on the
outside of the car should f lash.This lights when you set the cruise
control. See page f or inf ormation
on operating the cruise control.
This light comes on if either door is
not closed tightly.
This light comes on as a reminder
that you must ref uel soon.This light comes on with the high
beam headlights. See page for
inf ormation on the headlight
controls.
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Only on models equipped with Cruise
Control System
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators Cruise Control Indicator
Door-open Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator High Beam Indicator
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This indicator comes on f or a f ew
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch ON (II). It will then go of f if
you have inserted a properly-coded
ignition key. If it is not a properly-
coded key, the indicator will blink
and the engine will not start (see
page ).
This indicator also blinks several
times when you turn the ignition
switch f rom ON (II) to ACCESSORY
(I) or LOCK (0).This indicator lights when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) with
the headlight switch of f and the
parking brake set. It should go of f if
youturnontheheadlightsorrelease
the parking brake. If it comes on at
any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may
also be a problem with the high
beam headlights.
This light comes on when the
washer f luid level is low. Add washer
f luid when you see this light come on
(see page ).
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Canadian models only
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Immobilizer System
Indicator Washer Level Indicator
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
63

Thetwoleversonthesteering
column contain controls f or driving
f eatures you use most of ten. The lef t
lever controls the turn signals,
headlights, and high beams. The
right lever controls the windshield
washers and wipers.
The controls on the dashboard to the
right of the steering column are f or
the instrument panel brightness,
hazard warning lights and rear
window def ogger.
The moonroof switch and cruise
control switch are to the left of the
steering column.
The tilt adjustment lever on the
underside of the steering column
allows you to tilt the steering wheel.
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols68
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERSHAZARD WARNING LIGHTS REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
HORN
TILT ADJUSTMENT
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
MOONROOF CRUISE
CONTROL

To f lash the high beams, pull the
turn signal lever back lightly, then
release it. The high beams will come
on and go of f .
The high beams will stay on f or as
long as you hold the lever back, no
matter what position the headlight
switch is in.
With the headlight switch off, the
high beam headlights come on with
reduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) and
release the parking brake. They
remain on until you turn the ignition
of f , even if you set the parking brake.
To change between low beams and
high beams, pull the turn signal lever
until you hear a click, then let go.
The blue high beam indicator will
light (see page ). The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.
The rotating switch on the lef t lever
controls the lights. Turning this
switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns
on the parking lights, taillights,
instrument panel lights, side-marker
lights, and rear license plate lights.
Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’
position turns on the headlights. If you leave the lights on with the
ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I)
or LOCK (0), you will hear a
reminder beeper when you open the
driver’s door.
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Headlights
Daytime Running L ights
(Canadian Models)
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols69

Check the operation of your car’s
exterior lights at least once a month.
A burned out bulb can create an
unsaf e condition by reducing your
car’s visibility and the ability to
signal your intentions to other
drivers.
Lights
Maint enance242
HEADLIGHT HIGH
BEAMTURN SIGNAL LIGHT HEADLIGHT LOW BEAM
PARKING LIGHT

Check the f ollowing:Headlights (low and high beam)
Parking lights
Taillights
Brake lights
High-mount brake light
Turn signals
Back-up lights
Hazard light f unction
License plate light
Side marker lights
Daytime running lights
(Canadian models)
If you f ind any bulbs are burned out,
replace them as soon as possible.
Refer to the chart on page to
determine what type of replacement
bulb is needed. 290
Lights
Maint enance243
TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BACK-UP LIGHT
HIGH-MOUNT
BRAKE LIGHT
SIDE MARKER LIGHT LICENSE PLATE LIGHT
TAIL/BRAKE LIGHT

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Fuel .155
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Fill Door and Cap .156
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Gauge .67
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Octane Requirement . 155
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Oxygenated .294
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Reserve Indicator .62
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Tank, Filling the .156
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Fuses, Checking the .280 ...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 288
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .75
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Switch .77
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Timing Control System . 297
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Immobilizer System .76
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicators, Instrument .............................................
Panel .59
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Inf ant Restraint .21
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Inf ant Seats .30
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Tether Anchorage Points . 41
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LATCH .42
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 235
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Inside Mirror .94
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Inspection, Tire .236
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Instrument Panel .2 ,58
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 70
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Interior Cleaning .256
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Interior Lights .99
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 244
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Hatch .80
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Opening the .80
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Open Monitor Light . 62
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 73
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .244
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Daytime Running Lights . 69
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High Beam Indicator . 62
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Reminder Chime .69
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 244
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Turning on .69
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Head Restraints .11
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Heating and Cooling .102
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High Altitude, Starting at . 169
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High-Low Beam Switch . 69
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High-mount Brake Light . 247
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Hood Latch .224
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Hood, Opening the .157 ..................................................
Horn .68
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Hydraulic Clutch .220
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Hydroplaning .185
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 161
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Gasohol .294
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Gasoline .155
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 62
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Gauge .66
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Octane Requirement . 155
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Tank, Filling the .156
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Gas Station Procedures . 156
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 67
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Fuel .67
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Speedometer .66
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Tachometer .66
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 1735-speed and 6-speed Manual
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Transmission .170
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Glass Cleaning .258
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Glove Box .84
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