oil temperature Acura TSX 2014 Owner's Manual

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Instrument Panel (P63)
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System ( ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®)
System Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
System Indicator Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
Indicator Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
Door and Trunk
Open Indicator
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
Tachometer
Low Fuel Indicator
Security System Alarm Indicator Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Gauges (P 75)

Multi-Information Display (P 76) 
System Indicators (P 64)
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators Gear Position Indicator
*
Charging System
Indicator
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
Lights Reminders
Multi-Information Display
Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Temperature Gauge
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
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Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.
■Have the exhaust system in spected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is m aking an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open,
open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.
1 Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately afte r starting the engine.
3 WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.
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uu Gauges and Multi-Information Display u Multi-Information Display
Multi-Information Display
The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator, and other gauges.
It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful information.
Press the (information) button or the SEL/RESET button to change the display.
■Switching the Display
SEL
/RESET Button Tire Pressure
for each tireHFL
*Trip Computer
Trip B
Engine Oil Life Trip A
Outside Temperature
Odometer
Button
: Press the SEL/RESET button.
: Press the button.
Shown when Bluetooth
®
HandsFreeLink ® is activated.
* Not available on all models
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uu Maintenance MinderTM u
Continued

■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Items
*1: If message, SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive primarily in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed at 60,000 miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). (For A/T only.)
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43 °C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km (Canada). (6-cylinder
models only)
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Recommended Engine Oil


Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s
performance and longevity. If you drive the
vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil,
the engine may fail or be damaged.
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving
and that it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Use Genuine Acura Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for
the ambient temperature as shown below.
■Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal
and is the specified viscosity grade.
• Genuine Acura Motor Oil
• Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on
the container.1Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact,
they may adversely affect the engine performance
and durability.
Ambient Temperature
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter


Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the multi-
information display. 1.Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the bolts on the undercarriage
and remove the under cover.
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under Cover
Bolt
4-cylinder models
4-cylinder models
Drain Bolt
Washer
4-cylinder models
All models
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Transmission Fluid

Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1.Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the bolts with a wrench, then
carefully remove the under cover.
3. Remove the transmission filler bolt and
washer. Carefully feel inside the bolt hole
with your fingers.
u Check if the fluid leve l is up to the edge
of the bolt hole.
4. If the fluid level is not up to the edge of the
bolt hole, add Acura Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF) until it runs out of the hole.
5. Put a new washer on the filler bolt, then
reinstall the filler bolt.
u Tightening torque:
33 lbf∙ft (44 N∙m, 4.5 kgf∙m)
6. Reinstall the under co ver with the bolts.
■Manual Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Acura Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
1Manual Transmission Fluid
If Acura MTF is not available, you may use the API
certificated SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 viscosity motor oil
as a temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does
not contain the proper addi tives for the transmission
and continued use can cause decreased shifting
performance and lead to transmission damage.
Under Cover
Bolt
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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

323
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 92
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 264
Driving ...................................................... 183
Automatic Transmission .......................... 196
Braking ................................................... 212
Cruise Control ........................................ 203
Shifting Gear .................................. 197, 201
Starting the Engine ................................. 193
Driving Position Memory System .........
... 112
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 273
E
Elapsed Time.............................................. 79
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 68, 296
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 206
Emergency ................................................ 303
Emergency Trunk Opener ......................... 98
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 315
Engine ....................................................... 312
Coolant .................................................. 242
Jump Starting ......................................... 288
Oil .......................................................... 236
Starting................................................... 193
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 105
Engine Coolant ................
........................ 242
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 243
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 242
Overheating ............................................ 292
Temperature Gauge .................................. 75Engine Oil
.......
.......................................... 236
Adding .................................................... 239
Checking ................................................. 237
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 227
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 64 , 294
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 236
EPS (Electric Power Steering) 
System ...........
.................................... 68 , 296
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 60
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 276
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 115F
Features..................................................... 139
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 273
Oil ........................................................... 240
Flat Tire ...........
.......................................... 281
Floor Mats ................................................. 275
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 244
Brake/Clutch ............................................ 246
Engine Coolant ........................................ 242
Manual Transmission ............................... 245
Windshield Washer .................................. 248
Fog Light Indicator ..............
....................... 70
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 124
Foot Brake ................................................. 213
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 36 Front Seats
................................................ 117
Adjusting ................................................ 117
Fuel ...................................................... 14, 217
Economy ................................................. 220
Gauge ....................................................... 75
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Range ....................................................... 78
Recommendation ....................................
217
Refueling................................................. 217
Fuel Economy ........................................... 220
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 14, 219
Message.................................................. 295
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 14, 218
Unable to Unlock .................................... 304
Fuses .......................................................... 298
Inspecting and Changing......................... 302
Locations................................................. 298
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 220
Gauge ....................................................... 75
Information ............................................. 217
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Refueling................................................. 217
Gauges ...............
......................................... 75
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 197
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