headlight Acura TSX 2011 User Guide

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Replacing Light Bulbs
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Maintenance
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
High beam headlight: 60W (HB3)
Low beam headlight: 55W (H1 for halogen bulb Type)
35W (D2S for high voltage discharge type)
High Beam Headlight
6-cylinder models 1. Remove all the engine compartment
covers.
Engine Compartment Covers

P. 2 3 3
Passenger side
All models 2. Remove the engine coolant reservoir.
Headlight Bulbs NOTICE Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and typically
does not need to be adjusted. However, if you
regularly carry heavy items in the trunk or tow a
trailer, have the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by
a qualified technician.
The HB3 and H1 types are halogen bulbs.
When replacing a bulb, handle it by its base, and
protect the glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Headlight Bulbs
Engine Coolant
ReservoirEngine Coolant
Reservoir
6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models

Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
248Maintenance
Headlight Bulbs
The exterior lights' inside lenses (headlights, brake
lamps, etc.) may fog temporarily after a vehicle
wash or while driving in the rain. This does not
impact the exterior light function.
However, if you see a large amount of water or ice
accumulated inside the lenses, have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Driver side
4-cylinder models 3. Remove the fasteners, using a flat-tip
screwdriver. Remove the cover of the air
intake duct and its upper part. 6-cylinder models 3. Remove the fasteners, and remove the air
intake duct cover.
Fastener
Fastener
Air Intake
Duct Cover
Cover
6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models

Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
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Maintenance
Driver and passenger side
All models 4. Remove the coupler.
It can be removed by pushing the tab.
5. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
6. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it right.
7. Insert the coupler into the connector of
the bulb.
CouplerCouplerBulb
Bulb Ta b
Ta b 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models

Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
250Maintenance
Low Beam Headlights
1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the headlight being
replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to
the right.
2. Remove the holding clips and screws, and
pull the inner fender back.
3. Rotate the cover to the left, and remove.
Low Beam Headlights
High voltage can remain in the circuit for a long period of time after the light is
switched off. Do not attempt to inspect or replace the high voltage discharge type
bulbs yourself. Ask a dealer to inspect and replace low beam headlights.
Low Beam Headlights
When removing the clip, insert a flat-tip screwdriver,
and lift and remove the central pin.
High Voltage Discharge Type Halogen Type
Inner Fender
Screw
Cover Clip

Replacing Light Bulbs
Fog Light Bulbs
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Maintenance
4. Unhook the hook, and pull out the
connector.
5. Remove the old bulb and insert the new
bulb.
6. Put the connector back into the headlight
assembly.
Low Beam Headlights
When mounting the clip, insert while keeping the
central pin of the clip raised, and push until the pin
is flat.
Push until the
pin is flat
Fog Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
Fog Lights: 55W
1. Remove the clip using a flat-tip screwdriver,
and lower the under cover.
Fog Light Bulbs NOTICE Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil,
perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the
bulb to overheat and shatter.
The fog lights are halogen bulbs.
When replacing a bulb, handle it by its plastic case,
and protect the glass from contact with your skin
or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. Hook
Connector Bulb
Clip
Under Cover

Replacing Light Bulbs
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
252Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker: 21/5WTurn the steering wheel and pull the inner fender back in the same way as when
replacing the low beam headlights.
Changing the Low Beam Headlight

P. 2 5 0
1. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
2. Push in the old bulb, rotate to the left until
it unlocks, and remove.
3. Insert a new bulb.2. Remove the coupler.
It can be removed by pushing the tab.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert new bulb.
BulbSocket
Bulb
Ta b
Coupler

Fuses
Fuse Locations
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Handling the Unexpected
Driver Side Fuse Box
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse Locations
Fuse locations are shown on the label on the side
panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and
label number.
Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected Amps
1− −
2 Seat Memory (7.5 A)
3 Washer 15 A
4 Wiper 10 A
5 Meter 7.5 A
6 ABS/ VSA 7.5 A
7ACG 15 A
8STS
*1
(7.5 A)
Star ter DIAG
*2
9 Fuel Pump 20 A
10 VB SOL* (10 A)
11 SRS 10 A
12 O D S 7. 5 A
Circuit Protected Amps
13−
*1
(7.5 A)
STS
*2
14 − −
15 Daytime Running Lights 7.5 A
16 A /C 7.5 A
17 Accessory, Key, Lock 7.5 A
18 Acces s or y 7.5 A
19 Driver's Power Seat Sliding (20 A)
20 Moonroof (20 A)
21 Driver's Power Seat Reclining (20 A)
22Rear Driver's Side Power
Window20 A
23Front Accessory Power
Socket20 A
24 Driver's Power Window 20 A
Circuit Protected Amps
25 Driver's Side Door Lock 15 A
26 Left Front Fog Light (10 A)
27Left Side Small Lights
(Exterior)10 A
28 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
29 TPMS 10 A
30 Left Headlight Low Beam 15 A
31 − −
32 Engine Oil Level
*
(7.5 A)
*1: 4-cylinder models
*2: 6 -cylinder models
* Not available on all modelsFuse Label

Fuses
Fuse Locations
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Passenger Side Fuse Box
Located on the lower side panel. Take off the cover to open.
Circuit Protected Amps
1 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
2Right Side Small Lights
(Exterior)10 A
3 Right Front Fog Light 10 A
4 Right Headlight Low Beam 15 A
5− −
6 Interior Lights 7.5 A
7− −
8Passenger's Side Power Seat
Recliening20 A
Fuse Locations
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and
box cover number.
Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected Amps
9Passenger's Side Power Seat
Sliding20 A
10 Right Side Door Lock 10 A
11Rear Passenger's Side Power
Window20 A
12Console Accessory Power
Socket20 A
13Front Passenger's Power
Window20 A
14 − −
Circuit Protected Amps
15 Premium AMP 20 A
16 − −
17 − −
18 − −
19 Seat Heater 20 A
20 − −
21 − −
22 − −

Fuses
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
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Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0
. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
Blown Fuse
Fuse
Blown Fuse
Combined Fuse
Inspecting and Changing Fuses NOTICE Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system. If you do not have a replacement
fuse with the proper rating for the circuit, install
one with a lower rating.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 2 9 4 t o P. 2 9 6 .
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
Fuse Puller

Specifications
302Information
4-cylinder models O Vehicle SpecificationsModel Acura TSX
No. of Passengers:
Front
Rear
Tot al2
3
5
Weights:
Gross Vehicle Weight
RatingU.S.: 4,475 lbs (2,030 kg)
*1
Canada: 2,030 kg
*1
U.S.: 4,395 lbs (1,995 kg)
*2
Canada: 1,995 kg
*2
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front) U.S.: 2,410 lbs (1,095 kg)
*1
Canada: 1,095 kg
*1
U.S.: 2,325 lbs (1,055 kg)
*2
Canada: 1,055 kg
*2
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear) U.S.: 2,090 lbs (950 kg)
Canada: 950 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type
Charge Quantity
Lubricant TypeH F C-13 4 a ( R -13 4 a)
15.8 – 17.6 oz (450 – 500 g)
SP-10*1: Automatic transmission models
*2: Manual transmission models
O Engine SpecificationsDisplacement 144 cu-in (2,354 cm
3)
Spark PlugsNGK ILZKR7B-11S
DENSO SXU22HCR11S
O FuelFuel:
Ty peUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 18.5 US gal (70 ℓ)O BatteryCapacity/Type 36AH(5)/45AH(20)/47AH(20)O Washer FluidTank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
O Light BulbsHeadlights (Low Beam)35W (D2S)*
3
55W (H1)*
4
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Fog Lights 55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side
Marker Lights21/5W
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LED
Brake/Taillights 21/5W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W
Back-Up Lights 21W
Rear Side Marker Lights 3CP
High-Mount Brake Light 21W
License Plate Lights 5W
Trunk Light 5W
Interior Lights
Spotlight
Ceiling Light 8W
8W
Vanity Mirror Lights 2W
Courtesy Lights 3.8W*3: Vehicle with discharge headlights
*4: Vehicle with halogen bulb low beam headlights