lock Acura RSX 2004 Workshop Manual

Insert the new bulb into the hole,
making sure the tabs are in their
slots. Pivot the hold-down wire
back in place, and clip the end into
the slot.
Install the rubber seal and make
sure it is right side up; it is marked
‘‘TOP.’’
Push the electrical connector onto
the tabs of the new bulb. Make
sure it locks in place.
(Passenger’s side)
Install the power steering
reservoir on the bracket.
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pulling the
connector straight back.
Remove the rubber weather seal
by pulling on the tab.
Unclip the end of the hold-down
wire f rom its slot. Pivot it out of
the way, and remove the bulb.
If you need to change a headlight
bulb on the driver’s side, remove
the bolt from the battery hold-
down, and caref ully push the
battery toward the windshield to
obtain enough working space.
Pull the battery back to its original
position, then install the bolt in the
hold-down, and tighten it securely. (Driver’s side)
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4. 5.
6.
7.
8.
2.
Lights
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BULB
WEATHER
SEAL
HOLD
DOWN WIRE CONNECTOR
Driver’s side

If you need to change a f ront turn
signal bulb on the passenger’s side,
remove the power steering
reservoir f rom the bracket.If you need to change a f ront turn
signal bulb on the driver’s side,
remove the bolt f rom the battery
hold-down, and caref ully push the
battery toward the windshield to
obtain enough working space.Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
1.
2.
3.
Lights
Maint enance
Replacing a Front T urn Signal
Bulb
176
Passenger’s side
POWER STEERING RESERVOIR BULB
Driver’s side

Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
The f ront parking bulb is next to
the headlight bulb.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Install the new bulb into the
socket.
(Passenger’s side)
Install the power steering
reservoir on the bracket.
(Driver’s side)
Place the battery in its original
position, then install the bolt in the
hold-down, and tighten it securely.
Install the new bulb into the
socket.
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4.
5.
1.
2.4.
Replacing a Front Parking Bulb
Lights
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BULB

Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Insert the socket back into the
light assembly. Turn it clockwise
to lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Reinstall the high-mount brake
light cover.
Open the hatch.
Remove the high-mount brake
light cover by pivoting it toward
the back of the vehicle.
Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Open the hatch. Remove the light
assembly cover by pulling on the
tabontheoutsideedge.
2.
3. 1. 4.
5.
6.
7.
1.
Lights
Maint enance
Replacing Rear Bulbs
Replacing a High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
178
COVER
COVER BULB

Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Install the light assembly cover.
Make sure it locks in place.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms. Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Determinewhichof thefivebulbs
is burned out: brake/taillight, turn
signal light, side marker light,
back-up light, or taillight.
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3.
4. 5.
6.
7.
Lights
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Check the condition of the wiper
blades at least every six months.
Look f or signs of cracking in the
rubber, or areas that are getting
hard. Replace the blades if you f ind
these signs, or if they leave streaks
and unwiped areas when used.To replace a blade (f ront or rear):Raise the wiper arm of f the
windshield or rear window. Disconnect the blade assembly
fromthewiperarmbypushingin
the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in
while you push the blade assembly
toward the base of the arm.
2.
1.
Wiper Blades
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WIPER ARMS
LOCK TAB

Remove the blade f rom its holder
by grasping the tabbed end of the
blade. Pull f irmly until the tabs
come out of the holder.Examine the new wiper blades. If
they have no plastic or metal rein-
f orcement along the back edge,
remove the metal reinf orcement
strips f rom the old wiper blade,
and install them in the slots along
the edge of the new blade.Slide the new wiper blade into the
holder until the tabs lock.
Slide the wiper blade assembly
onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
Lower the wiper arm down against
the windshield or rear window.
3. 4. 5.
6.
7.
Wiper Blades
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BLADE
BLADE
REINFORCEMENT

If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Reverse
(manual) or Park (automatic). Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront and rear wiper
blade arms with a f olded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and hatch seals. Also, apply a body
wax to the painted surf aces that
mate with the door and hatch seals.Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
If you store your vehicle f or 12
months or longer, have your Acura
dealer perf orm the inspections called
f or in the 24 months/30,000 miles
(48,000 km) maintenance schedule
(Normal Conditions) as soon as you
take it out of storage (see page ).
The replacements called f or in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage. 159
Vehicle Storage
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CONT INUED
If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park (automatic)
or Reverse (manual). Apply the
parking brake. If you are towing a
trailer, unhitch the trailer.Turn on the hazard warning lights,
andturntheignitionswitchto
LOCK (0). Have all the
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
Open the hatch. Pull up the f loor
mat and remove the spare tire
cover.
Unscrew the wing bolt.
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3.
4.
Changing a Flat T ire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed193
TOOL KIT
JACK
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.

Lift the bass speaker out of the
spare tire and set it aside. Do not
pull on the wiring harness going to
the speaker.
Take the spare tire out of its well.Turn the jack’s end
counterclockwise to loosen it, then
remove the jack.Loosen each wheel nut 1/
2turn
with the wheel wrench.
5.
6. 7.8.
Type-S only:
Changing a Flat T ire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed194
BASS SPEAKER
(Type-S only) JACK