warning lights 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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Quick Reference Guide - 2014 TSX
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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.
2Replacing Light Bulbs 
P. 254 —
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 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items
Continued
Interior Convenience Items
Pull the handle to open the glove box. You
can lock the glove box with the master key.
■Detachable shelf
The shelf in the glove box is detachable. To
remove it, disengage the tabs.
■Glove Box1 Glove Box
The glove box light comes on when the parking lights
are on.
3 WARNING
An open glove box can cause serious injury
to your passenger in a crash, even if the
passenger is wearing the seat belt.
Always keep the glove box closed while
driving.
Glove Box
To Lock
Shelf
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uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items
The ignition switch must be in ON (w
to use
the seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
There is no heater in the passenger’s seat-
back due to the side airbag cutoff system.
While in HI , the heater cycles on and off.
u The appropriate indicator will be on
while the seat heater is on. Briefly
press the button on the opposite side
to turn the heater off. The indicator
will be off. When a comfortable
temperature is reached, select LO to
keep the seat warm.
■Seat Heaters1 Seat Heaters
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously and
does not automatically turn off.
3 WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
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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 .
1
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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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.
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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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Manual Transmission ............................... 201
Glass (care)................................................ 277
Glove Box .................................................. 127
H
Halogen Bulbs ................................... 249, 253
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 279
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 169
Change Language ................................... 180
Help Features........................................... 170
HFL Status Display.................................... 170
Making a Call .......................................... 175
Menus ..................................................... 171
Muting a Call........................................... 176
Phone Setup ............................................ 173
Phonebook .............................................. 177
Receiving a Call ....................................... 176
Sending Numbers or Names During a  Call ........................................................ 176
Transferring a Call ................................... 176
Hazard Warning Button .
.............................. 2
Head Restraints ......................................... 119
Headlights ................................................. 106
Aiming .................................................... 249
Automatic Operation ............................... 107
Dimming ......................................... 106, 108
Operating ................................................ 106
Heated Door Mirrors ......
.......................... 111
Heaters (Seat) ............................................ 133
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 69 HomeLink
® Universal Transceiver ............ 167
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Identification Numbers ............................ 312
Engine and Transmission ......................... 312
Vehicle Identification ............................... 312
Ignition Switch ......................................... 105
Illumination Control ................................. 110
Knob ....................................................... 110
Immobilizer System .................................... 99
Indicator.................................................... 70
Indicators .................................................... 64
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 66
Charging System ............................... 65, 294
Cruise Control ................................... 71, 204
Cruise Main....................................... 71, 203
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 25, 68
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System .. 68, 296
Fog Light ................................................... 70
High-Beam ................................................ 69
Immobilizer System ................................... 70
Lights On .................................................. 69
Low Fuel ................................................... 66
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 64, 294
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 68, 208, 210
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 227
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 65, 295
Parking Brake and Brake System ................ 64
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 27, 66
Security System Alarm ............................... 71Side Airbag Off ...................................
46, 70
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 44, 67
System Message ....................................... 69
Transmission ............................................. 65
Turn Signal ............................................... 69
VSA ® (V
ehicle Stability Assist) 
System ............................................ 67, 206
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 67, 207
Information .............................................. 307
Information Buttons .................................. 76
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78
Instrument Panel ........................................ 63
Brightness Control .................................. 110
Interior Lights ........................................... 126
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 115
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 284
Jump Starting ........................................... 288
K
Key Number Tag ........................................ 90
Keyless Lockout Prevention ....................... 92
Keys ............................................................. 89
Lockout Prevention ................................... 92
Number Tag.............................................. 90
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................. 95
Remote Transmitter .................................. 91
Retractable Master Keys ............................ 89
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