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uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Fog Light Bulbs
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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.
Fog Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, and lower the under cover.
1Low Beam Headlights
Insert the clip with the center pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Push until the
pin is flatHook Bulb
Connector
Fog Light:
55 W
1 Fog Light Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot wh en lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
The fog lights ar e halogen bulbs.
When replacing a bulb, handl e it by its plastic case,
and protect the glass from c ontact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Clip
Under Cover
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uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
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2. Remove the coupler.
u It can be removed by pushing the tab.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the fog light
assembly and turn it to the right.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
Turn the steering wheel and pull the inner fender back in the same way as when
replacing the low beam headlights.
2 Changing the Low Beam Headlight P. 252
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.
Bulb
Coupler
Tab
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker: 21/5W
Socket
Bulb
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uu Fuses u Inspecting and Changing Fuses
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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.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e 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. 300 and P. 301.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box.
Fuse Blown Fuse
Combined Fuse
Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: Automatic transmission models
*2: Manual transmission models
ModelAcura TSX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total
5Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.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 HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 15.8 – 17.6 oz (450 – 500 g)
Lubricant Type SP-10
4-cylinder models■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement144 cu-in (2,354 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK
ILZKR7B-11S
DENSO SXU22HCR11S
Fuel:TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 18.5 US gal (70 ℓ)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs
*3: Vehicle with discharge headlights
*4: Vehicle with halogen bulb low beam headlights
Headlights (Low Beam)35W (D2S)*3
55W (H1)*4
Headlights (High Beam)60W (HB3)Fog Lights55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side
Marker Lights
21/5W
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door Mirrors)LED
Brake/Taillights
21/5WRear Turn Signal Lights21W
Back-Up Lights21WRear Side Marker Lights3CP
High-Mount Brake Light21WLicense Plate Lights5W
Trunk Light5WInterior LightsSpotlight8WCeiling Light8W
Vanity Mirror Lights2WCourtesy Lights3.8W
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uu Specifications u
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■Vehicle Specifications
ModelAcura TSX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total
5Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 4,630 lbs (2,100 kg)Canada: 2,100 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,557 lbs (1,160 kg)Canada: 1,160 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,083 lbs (945 kg)
Canada: 945 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 15.8 – 17.6 oz (450 – 500 g)
Lubricant Type SP-10
6-cylinder models■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK
ILZKR7B11
DENSO SXU22HCR11
Fuel:TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 18.5 US gal (70 ℓ)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low Beam)35W (D2S)
Headlights (High Beam)60W (HB3)Fog Lights55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side
Marker Lights
21/5W
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door Mirrors)LED
Brake/Taillights
21/5WRear Turn Signal Lights21W
Back-Up Lights21WRear Side Marker Lights3CP
High-Mount Brake Light21WLicense Plate Lights5W
Trunk Light5WInterior LightsSpotlight8WCeiling Light8W
Vanity Mirror Lights2WCourtesy Lights3.8W
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Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 214
Accessories and Modifications ................ 221
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 130
Active Head Restraints ............................. 123
Additives Coolant .................................................. 242
Engine Oil ............................................... 236
Washer ................................................... 248
Additives, Engine Oil .......
........................ 236
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 125
Front Seats.............................................. 117
Head Restraints ....................................... 119
Headlights .............................................. 249
Mirrors.................................................... 115
Rear Seats ............................................... 124
Steering Wheel ....................................... 114
Temperature ............................................. 78
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control Sys tem) .................................................... 134
Changing the Mode................................ 134
Defrosting the Windshield and 
Windows .............................................. 135
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 273
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 134
Sensor .................................................... 137
Synchronized Mode ................................ 136
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 134
Air Pressure .
............................. 262 , 309, 311Airbags
........................................................ 33
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 39
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 ..
.......................................... 146
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 214
Indicator .................................................... 66
Armrest ..................................................... 125
Audio System ............................................ 140
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 145
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 142
Error Messages ........................................ 161
General Information ................................ 163
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 156
Recommended CDs ................................. 164
Recommended Devices ............................ 166
Remote Controls ..................................... 144
Security Code .......................................... 142
Theft Protection ....................................... 142
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 141
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 166
Authorized Manuals ............
..................... 319 Auto Door Lock/Unlock
.............................. 95
Customize ........................................... 81, 83
Automatic Lighting .................................. 107
Automatic Transmission ........................... 196
Creeping ................................................. 196
Fluid ........................................................ 244
Kickdown ................................................ 196
Operating the Shift Lever................... 13, 198
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 199
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 291
Shifting ................................................... 197
Auxiliary Input Jack ................
.................. 142
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 78
Average Speed ........................................... 79
B
Battery...................................................... 270
Charging System Indicator................. 65, 294
Jump Starting .......................................... 288
Maintenance (Checki ng the Battery) ........ 270
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 272
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 26
Beverage Holders ..................................... 129
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 159
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 169
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 59
Brake System ............................................ 212
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 214
Brake Assist System ................................. 215
Fluid ........................................................ 246
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Foot Brake ............................................... 213
Indicator ............................................ 64, 296
Parking Brake .......................................... 212
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 110
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 249
Back-Up Lights......................................... 256
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Ma rker Lights................... 255
Fog Lights ................................................ 253
Front Turn Signal/Par king/Side Marker 
Lights..................................................... 254
Headlights ............................................... 249
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 258
Rear License Plate Light............................ 257
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator 
Lights..................................................... 255
Bulb Specifications ..........
.................. 308, 310
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 60
Carrying Cargo .................................. 185, 187
CD Player ................................................... 150
Certification Label .................................... 312
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 249
Charging System Indicator ................. 65, 294
Child Safety ................................................. 48
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 95
Emergency Trunk Opener .......................... 98
Child Seat .................................................... 48
Booster Seats ............................................. 59Child 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 .......
........................ 95
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 276
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 274
Client Service Information ....................... 320
Climate Control System ............................ 134
Changing the Mode ................................ 134
Defrosting the Windshield and 
Windows ............................................... 135
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 273
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 134
Sensors ................................................... 137
Synchronized Mode................................. 136
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 134
Clock ...............
............................................. 88
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 247
Coat Hook ................................................. 131
Compact Spare Tire .................. 281, 309, 311
Compass .................................................... 181
Console Compartment ............................. 128
Controls ....................................................... 87
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 242
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 243
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 242Overheating ............................................
292
Temperature Gauge .................................. 75
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 196
Cruise Control ..........................................
203
Indicator ................................................... 71
Cup Holders .............................................. 129
Customized Features ................................. 80
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 108
Dead Battery ............................................ 288
Defrosting the Windshield and 
Windows ................................................. 135
Detachable Shelf ...................................... 127
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 313
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 106
Rear View Mirror..................................... 115
Dipstick (Engine Oil) .............
................... 237
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 106
Door Mirrors ............................................. 115
Doors .......................................................... 89
Auto Door Lock ........................................ 95
Auto Door Unlock ..................................... 95
Door and Trunk Open Indicator ........... 25, 68
Keys.......................................................... 89
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Inside ................................................ 10, 93
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Outside ................................................... 91
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D

324
Manual Transmission ............................... 201
Glass (care)................................................ 277
Glove Box .................................................. 127
H
Halogen Bulbs ................................... 249, 253
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 279
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 169
Change Language ................................... 180
Help Features........................................... 170
HFL Status Display.................................... 170
Making a Call .......................................... 175
Menus ..................................................... 171
Muting a Call........................................... 176
Phone Setup ............................................ 173
Phonebook .............................................. 177
Receiving a Call ....................................... 176
Sending Numbers or Names During a  Call ........................................................ 176
Transferring a Call ................................... 176
Hazard Warning Button .
.............................. 2
Head Restraints ......................................... 119
Headlights ................................................. 106
Aiming .................................................... 249
Automatic Operation ............................... 107
Dimming ......................................... 106, 108
Operating ................................................ 106
Heated Door Mirrors ......
.......................... 111
Heaters (Seat) ............................................ 133
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 69 HomeLink
® Universal Transceiver ............ 167
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 312
Engine and Transmission ......................... 312
Vehicle Identification ............................... 312
Ignition Switch ......................................... 105
Illumination Control ................................. 110
Knob ....................................................... 110
Immobilizer System .................................... 99
Indicator.................................................... 70
Indicators .................................................... 64
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 66
Charging System ............................... 65, 294
Cruise Control ................................... 71, 204
Cruise Main....................................... 71, 203
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 25, 68
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System .. 68, 296
Fog Light ................................................... 70
High-Beam ................................................ 69
Immobilizer System ................................... 70
Lights On .................................................. 69
Low Fuel ................................................... 66
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 64, 294
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 68, 208, 210
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 227
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 65, 295
Parking Brake and Brake System ................ 64
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 27, 66
Security System Alarm ............................... 71Side Airbag Off ...................................
46, 70
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 44, 67
System Message ....................................... 69
Transmission ............................................. 65
Turn Signal ............................................... 69
VSA ® (V
ehicle Stability Assist) 
System ............................................ 67, 206
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 67, 207
Information .............................................. 307
Information Buttons .................................. 76
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78
Instrument Panel ........................................ 63
Brightness Control .................................. 110
Interior Lights ........................................... 126
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 115
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 284
Jump Starting ........................................... 288
K
Key Number Tag ........................................ 90
Keyless Lockout Prevention ....................... 92
Keys ............................................................. 89
Lockout Prevention ................................... 92
Number Tag.............................................. 90
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................. 95
Remote Transmitter .................................. 91
Retractable Master Keys ............................ 89
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