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uu Fuses u Circuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
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Circuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
The current rating in br ackets indicate that
you may find a fuse in the location even if
your particular model is not equipped with
the device the fuse is used for.
■Engine Compartment
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Battery100 A*1
120 A*2
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box40 A
2
EPS70 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box
(40 A)
ABS/VSA FSR30 A
−
−
ABS/VSA Motor30 A
−
−
3
IG50 A
Driver’s Side Fuse Box(40 A)
Passenger’s Side Light Main30 A
Driver’s Side Fuse Box(60 A)
Driver’s Side Light Main30 A
Main Fan Motor30 A
−*1−
Wiper Motor*230 A
Wiper Motor*130 ASub Fan Motor*2
4 Rear Defogger 40 A
*1:4-cylinder models
*2:6-cylinder models
5Sub Fan Motor*120 A
−*2−
6 −
−
7−−
8 Heater Motor
40 A
9Hazard 15 A
10 Horn
10 A
11−−
12 Stop
15 A
13IG Coil15 A
14 FI Sub
15 A
15Backup10 A
16 Interior Lights
7.5 A
17FI Main15 A
18 DBW
15 A
19−*1−
Back Up FI ECU*27.5A
20 MG Clutch
7.5 A
21Engine Oil Level*17.5 AFan RLY*2
Circuit ProtectedAmps
*1:4-cylinder models
*2:6-cylinder models
■Driver Side
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2Seat Memory(7.5 A)
3Washer15 A
4Wiper10 A
5Meter7.5 A
6ABS/VSA7.5 A
7ACG15 A
8STS*1(7.5 A)Starter DIAG*2
9Fuel Pump20 A
10VB SOL *(10 A)
11SRS10 A
12ODS7.5 A
13−*1(7.5 A)STS*2
14−−
15Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
16A/C7.5 A
17Accessory, Key, Lock7.5 A
* Not available on all models
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*2:6-cylinder models
Circuit ProtectedAmps
18Accessory7.5 A
19Driver’s Power Seat Sliding(20 A)
20Moonroof(20 A)
21Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining(20 A)
22Rear Driver’s Side Power Window20 A
23Front Accessory Power
Socket20 A
24Driver’s Power Window20 A
25Driver’s Side Door Lock15 A
26Left Front Fog Light(10 A)
27Left Side Small Lights (Exterior)10 A
28Left Headlight High Beam10 A
29TPMS10 A
30Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
31−−
32 Engine Oil Level *(7.5 A)
■Passenger Side
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Right Headlight High Beam10 A
2Right Side Small Lights
(Exterior)10 A
3Right Front Fog Light(10 A)
4Right Headlight Low Beam15 A
5−−
6Interior Lights7.5 A
7−−
8Passenger’s Side Power Seat
Reclining20 A
9Passenger’s Side Power Seat Sliding20 A
10Right Side Door Lock10 A
11Rear Passenger’s Side Power Window20 A
12Console Accessory Power
Socket20 A
13Front Passenger’s Power Window20 A
14−−
15Premium AMP(20 A)
16−−
17−−
18−−
19Seat Heater20 A
20−−
21−−
22−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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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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Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.O pen the trunk and pull off the left
inside cover.
2. Pull the release lever towards you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled, and locks when
returned to its original position.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
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When You Cannot Open the Trunk
If you cannot open the trunk, use the following procedure.1.Remove the rear outer head restraint on the
rear left side, and open the tether anchor
point cover.
2. Insert the key into the cylinder and turn the
key to the right.
■What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk1 What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Tether Anchor
Point Cover
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 308
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).. 312
Engine Number and Transmission
Number ...................................... 312
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 313
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 314
Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 315
Warranty Coverages ...........
............. 317
Authorized Manuals ......................... 319
Client Service Information ............... 320
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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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■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■ Transmission Fluid
*1: Automatic transmission models
*2: Manual transmission models
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified*1Acura ATF DW-1(automatic
transmission fluid)2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
(Change)
Specified
*2Acura Manual
Transmission Fluid 2.0 US qt (1.9 ℓ)
(Change)
■
Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
*1: Automatic transmission models
*2: Manual transmission models
Recommended·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change
4.0 US qt (3.8 ℓ)
Change
including
filter 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio50/50 with distilled water
Capacity*11.64 US gal (6.2 ℓ) 
(change including the remaining 
0.196 US gal (0.74 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
Capacity
*21.66 US gal (6.3 ℓ) 
(change including the remaining 
0.196 US gal (0.74 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSizeP225/50R17 93VPressure 
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spare Size
T135/80D16 101M
Pressure 
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7.5JCompact Spare16 x 4T
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