trunk Acura TSX 2014 Owner's Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 48 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 60 Safety Labels P. 61
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 96 Security System P. 99 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 101
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 105 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 115
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 126 Climate Control System P. 134
Audio Error Messages P. 161 General Information on the Audio System P. 163
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 169 Compass * P. 181
When Driving P. 193 Braking P. 212 Parking Your Vehicle P. 216
Accessories and Modifications P. 221
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 231 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 249
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 261 Battery P. 270 Remote Transmitter Care P. 272
Cleaning P. 274
Engine Does Not Start P. 287 Jump Starting P. 288 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 291
Fuses P. 298 Emergency Towing P. 303
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 305
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 313 Reporting Safety Defects P. 314
Authorized Manuals P. 319 Client Service Information P. 320
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe Driving P. 21
Instrument Panel P. 63
Controls P. 87
Features P. 139
Driving P. 183
Maintenance P. 223
Handling the Unexpected P. 279
Information P. 307
Index P. 321
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TOC
Chapter Table of Contents
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Visual Index
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❙Door Mirror Controls
(P115)
❙Parking Brake (P212)
❙Glove Box (P127)
❙Rearview Mirror (P115)
❙Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission
(P196)
Manual Transmission
(P201)
❙Driver Side Fuse Box (P298)
❙Passenger Side Fuse Box
(P299)
❙Driver’s Pocket
❙Trunk Release (P96)
❙Power Window Switches (P101)
❙Driving Position Memory System Buttons * (P112)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P36)
❙Hood Release Handle (P 233)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag
(P36)
❙Accessory Power Socket
(P130)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch
(Unlocking Fuel Fill Door)
(P94)
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❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P231)
❙Windshield Wipers (P109)
❙Tires (P261)
❙Fog Lights (P108)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P91)
❙Side Turn Signal Lights (P106)
❙Headlights (P106)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking/
Side Marker Lights
(P106)
❙How to Refuel (P218)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P258)
❙Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P98)
❙Opening/Closing the Trunk (P96)
❙Back-Up Lights (P255)
❙Brake/Taillights (P255)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P255)
❙Door Mirrors (P115)
❙Trunk Release Switch (P97)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P255)
❙Rearview Camera * 
() See the Navigation System Manual
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(P259)
(P255)
(P249) (P254)
(P281) (P253)
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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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Unlocking the Front
Doors from the Inside
(P93)
●Pull either front door inner handle to
unlock and open it at the same time.
Trunk (P 96)
● To open the trunk:
Press the trunk release.
Press the trunk release button on the
remote transmitter.
With all the doors unlocked, press the
trunk release button on the trunk lid.
Trunk Release
Power Door Mirrors
(P115)
●
With the ignition switch in ON
(
w
, move
the selector switch to L or R .
● Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.
● Place the selector switch in the R position
to use the reverse tilt door mirror feature.
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch
Power Windows (P 101)
● With the ignition switch in ON
(
w
, open
and close the power windows.
● If the power window lock button is in the
off position, each passenger’s window
can be opened and closed with its own
switch.
● If the power window lock button is in the
on position (indicator on), each
passenger’s window switch is disabled.
Power Window
Lock Button
Window Switch Indicator
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Handling the Unexpected (P 279)
Flat Tire (P 281)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P294)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P 287)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 298)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 292)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P 303)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uu For Safe Driving u Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items
each time before you drive.
• After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors are closed and locked.
Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider
from unexpectedly opening a door.
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 93
• Adjust your seat to a position suitable for driving. Be sure the front seats are
adjusted as far to the rear as possible while allowing the driver to control the
vehicle. Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or fatal injury in
a crash.
2 Adjusting the Seats P. 117
• Adjust head restraints to the proper position. Head restraints are most effective
when the center of the head restraint alig ns with the center of your head. Taller
persons should adjust their head restraint to the highest position.
2Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 119
•Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Confirm that any
passengers are properly belted as well.
2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 29
• Protect children by using seat belts or chil d seats according to a child’s age, height
and weight.
2 Child Safety P. 48
■Safety Checklist1Safety Checklist
If the door and trunk open indicator is on, a door
and/or the trunk is not co mpletely closed. Close all
doors and the trunk tightly until the indicator goes
off. 2 Door and Trunk Open Indicator P. 68
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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 Indicators u
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Door and Trunk
Open Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds if you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
,
then goes off.
●Comes on if the trunk or any door
is not completely closed.
●The beeper sounds and the
indicator comes on if any door is
opened while driving.
●Goes off when all doors and the trunk
are closed.
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
System Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
, and goes
off when the engine starts.
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System.
●Stays on constantly or does not come
on at all - Have the vehicle checked by a
dealer.
2 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System Indicator Comes On P. 296
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.●Comes on if the tire pressure of
any of the tires becomes
significantly low.
●Blinks for about one minute, and
then stays on if there is a problem
with the TPMS, or when a compact
spare tire is temporarily installed.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a
safe place, check tire pressures, and
inflate the tire(s) if necessary.
●Blinks and remains on - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle
is fitted with a compact spare, get your
regular tire repaired or replaced and put
back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 88
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 89
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 91
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 93
Childproof Door Locks ....................... 95
Auto Door Lock/Unlock ...................... 95
Opening and Closing the Trunk ......... 96
Security System .................................. 99
Immobilizer System ............................ 99
Security System Alarm ........................ 99
Opening and Closing the Windows ... 101 Opening and Closing the Moonroof
.. 104
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel Ignition Switch ................................. 105
Turn Signals ..................................... 106
Light Switches.................................. 106
Fog Lights ........................................ 108
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) .......... 108
Wipers and Washers ........................ 109
Brightness Control ........................... 110
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button........................................ 111
Driving Position Memory System *....112
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 114 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 115
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 115
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 115
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 117
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 117
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items .............. .................................. 126
Interior Lights .................................. 126
Interior Convenience Items .............. 127
Climate Control System ................... 134
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 134
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 137
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