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uu Indicators u
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IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
System Message
Indicator
●Comes on along with a beep when
a problem is detected. A system
message on the multi-information
display appears at the same time.●While the indicator is on, press the
(information) button to see the
message again.
●Refer to the Indicator information in this
chapter when a system message appears
on the multi-information display. Take
the appropriate action for the message.
●The multi-information display does not
return to the normal screen unless the
warning is canceled, or the
button is pressed.
—
Turn Signal
Indicators
●The turn signal indicators blink
when you operate the turn signal
lever.
●If you press the hazard warning
button, both indicators and all turn
signals blink at the same time.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A
turn signal light bulb has blown. Change
the bulb immediately.
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High Beam
Indicator
●Comes on when the high beam
headlights are on.
●Comes on with reduced brightness
when Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) are on.——
Lights On
Indicator●Comes on whenever the light
switch is on, or in AUTO when the
exterior lights are on.●If you remove the key from the ignition
switch while the lights are on, a chime
sounds when the driver ’s door is opened.
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uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Turn Signals
Turn Signals
The turn signals can be used when the ignition
switch is in ON
(w
.
Light Switches
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the position of the
ignition switch.
■High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click.
■Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams.
■Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
Right Turn
Left Turn
■Manual Operation
1 Light Switches
If you remove the key from the ignition switch while
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s
door is opened.
Repeatedly turning the headlights on and off reduces
the life of the HI D headlight bulbs.
If you sense that the le vel of the headlights is
abnormal, have the vehicl e inspected by a dealer.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
High Beams
Flashing the high beams
Low Beams
Turns on parking, side marker,
tail and license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking, side
marker, tail, and license plate
lights
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Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove all the engine compartment covers.
2 Engine Compartment Covers * P. 235
2. Remove the engine coolant reservoir.
High beam headlight:60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:55 W (H1 for halogen bulb type)
35 W (D2S for high voltage discharge type)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overhe at and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk or tow a trailer, have the
aiming readjusted at a de aler or by a qualified
technician.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its base,
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.
Engine Coolant Reservoir
4-cylinder models6-cylinder models
Passenger side
All models
6-cylinder models
Engine Coolant Reservoir
* Not available on all models
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3. Remove the fasteners, using a flat-tip
screwdriver. Remove the cover of the air
intake duct and its upper part.
3.Remove the fasteners, and remove the air
intake duct cover.
1Headlight Bulbs
The exterior lights’ inside lenses (headlights, brake
lamps, etc.) may fog temporarily after a car wash or
while driving in the rain. This does not impact the
exterior light function.
However, if you see a larg e amount of water or ice
accumulated inside the le nses, have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.4-cylinder modelsFastener
Cover
Air Intake
Duct
Driver side
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder modelsFastener
Cover6-cylinder models
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4. Remove the coupler.
u 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 to the right.
7. Insert the coupler into the connector of
the bulb.
4-cylinder models
BulbCoupler
Tab
6-cylinder models
Bulb
TabCoupler
Driver and passenger side
All models
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High voltage can remain in the circuit for a long period of time after the light is
switched off. Do not attemp t to inspect or replace the high voltage discharge type
bulbs yourself. Ask a dealer to insp ect and replace 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
■Low Beam Headlights
High Voltage Discharge Types
Halogen Types
1Low Beam Headlights
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the center
pin to remove the clip.
Inner Fender
Cover
Screw
Clip
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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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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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