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If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired
or replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm , level, and non-slippery surface and apply the
parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever in
(P
.
2. Move the shift lever in
(R
.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 .
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Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model.
Do not use them with another vehicle.
Do not use another type of compact spare tire or
wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it will
the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairi ng agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
Automatic transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Checking the Battery P. 270●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 302
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.
Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 193
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 99
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 75
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 302
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 303
1 Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 288
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Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.
1.Slide out the battery terminal cover.
2. Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3 WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Cover
6-cylinder models6-cylinder models
4-cylinder models
Booster Battery
All models
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Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly
loses power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3 WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 237
3. Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
u The light goes out: Start driving again.
u The light does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and
contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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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
−
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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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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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■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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