window Acura RSX 2005 Owner's Guide

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 an cycles twice).
Pref erably, do this once a month.
If you store your vehicle f or 12
months or longer, have your 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. 157
Vehicle Storage
Maint enance
189

This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low. Serious engine damage is
possible and you should take
immediate action. Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see
on page
). If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
1.
2.
3.
4.
125
162
213
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owingCharging System Indicator
204
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.

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Circuits Protected
Amps.
No.
No. Circuits Protected
Amps.
Daytime Running Lights
SRS
Power Mirror
Bass Speaker
Heated Seats
Fuel Pump
Accessory Power Socket
Turn Signal
Front Wiper
Not Used
Front Passenger’s Power Window
Driver’s Power Window
Not Used
Not Used
7.5A
10A
10A
20A
20A
15A
15A
7.5A 20A
20A
20A
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11 Ignition Coil
Laf Heater
Daytime Running Lights
Rear Accessory Power Socket
ACG (IG)
Not Used
Power Window Relay
Moonroof
Radio
Rear Wiper
Gauge panel
ABS
15A
20A
10A
10A
7.5A 20A
7.5A 10A
7.5A
7.5A 1:
2:
3:
Canadian models only
U. S. models only
Type-S only1
3
1
1 2
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
211
INTERIOR FUSE BOX

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No. Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21 25 30 A
10 A
7.5 A 20 A
10 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
7.5 A 30 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
30 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
100 A 40 A Condenser f an
Small Light
Interior Light
Cooling Fan
Hazard
FI ECU (ECM/PCM)
Horn, Stop
ABS (F/S)
Back Up
ABS Motor
Rear Demister
Heater Motor
Power Window
Option
Lef t Headlight
Door Lock
Right Headlight
Not Used
Main Fuse Battery
Main Fuse Ignition
Spare Fuse
Fuse Locations
212
UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX

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DANGER, Explanation of .ii
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Dashboard .4, 50
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Daytime Running Lights . 61
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .55
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Dead Battery .200
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 230
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Def og and Def rost .91
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 62
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Dimensions .218
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Dimming the Headlights . 61
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Capacities Chart . 218,219
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 45
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Cargo Area Cover .75
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Cargo, .129
Cassette Player ............................................
Care .100
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Operation .98
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
.........................................
CD Care .108
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CD Changer .103
............................................
Care .108
...................................
Operation .103
CD Changer Error .............................
Message .110, 111
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CD Player Error Message . 109
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Certif ication Label .216
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Chains, .187
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Changing a Flat Tire .193
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .163
......................................
When to .157
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Charging System Indicator . 53,204
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 134.....................................
Child Saf ety .28
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Booster Seats .42
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Child Seats .32
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 28
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Inf ants .32
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Larger Children .41
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LATCH .36
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Risks with Airbags .29
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Small Children .33
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Tethers .39
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Where Should a Child Sit? . 29
Child Seats .........................................
LATCH .36
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Lower Anchors .36
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Tether Anchorage Points . 39
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Clock .113
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Clock, Setting the .113
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Clutch Fluid .169
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Code, Audio System .112
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CO in the Exhaust .223
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 135
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Compact Spare .192
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Console Compartment . 84
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Consumer Inf ormation . 228
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Controls, Instruments and . 49Coolant
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Adding .165
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Checking .125
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Proper Solution .165
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Temperature Gauge . 58
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .223
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Cruise Control Indicator . 54
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Cruise Control Operation . 115
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Cup Holders .83
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Customer Relations Of f ice . 228
how to carry
tires tire
Index
C
D
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Radiator Overheating . 202
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Radio/CD Sound System . 92
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Readiness Codes .226
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 177
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Rear Seat Access .72
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Rear Seat, Folding .73
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Rear View Mirror .79
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Rear Window Def ogger . 62
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Rear Window Washer .60
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Rear Window Wiper .60
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 71
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Recommended Shif t Speeds . 137
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Reminder Indicators .52
.......................
Remote Transmitter .69
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 179
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Engine Oil and Filter . 163
.................................
Floor Mats .179
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Fuses .208
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Light Bulbs .172
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Schedule .155
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Seat Belts .21
...........................................
Tires .186
.............................
Wiper Blades .180
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Neutral Gear Position . 140
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New Vehicle Break-in . 121
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Normal Shif t Speeds .137
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 216
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 121
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Odometer .57
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Odometer, Trip .57
Oil ........................
Change, How to .163
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Change, When to .157
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Checking Engine .125
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Pressure Indicator . 53,204
Selecting Proper Viscosity ..............................
Chart .162, 163
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 66
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .224
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Outside Mirrors .80
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Overheating, Engine .202
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 156..............
Panel Brightness Control . 62
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Park Gear Position .140
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Parking .145
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Parking Brake .81
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator . 53,206
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Parking Lights .61, 175
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 145
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Playing the Radio .92
..................................
Playing a CD .101
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Playing a CD Changer . 103
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Playing a Tape .98
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PGM-FI System .224
..........................
Power Door Locks .67
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Power Socket Locations . 83
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Power Windows .77
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 17
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 13
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Additional Safety Precautions . 18
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 17
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Protecting Children .28
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General Guidelines .28
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Protecting Inf ants .32
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Protecting Small Children . 33
Index
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VIN .216
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Viscosity, Oil .162
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WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 46
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Warranty Coverages .229
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level . 167
.......................................
Indicator .55
.....................................
Operation .60
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering . 63
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Alignment and Balance . 185
..........................
Compact Spare .192
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Wrench .195
Windows ..................
Operating the Power . 77
...........................
Rear, Def ogger .62
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning .60
.....................................
Def roster .90
.......................................
Washers .60
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .180 .....................................
Operation .60
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Worn Tires .184
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 213
: U.S. and Canada only
Index
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