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Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parking.To apply:
Pull the lever fully up without pressing the
release button.
To release:
1. Pull the lever slightly, and press and hold
the release button.
2. Lower the lever down all the way, then
release the button.
■Parking Brake1Parking Brake
NOTICERelease the parking brake fu lly before driving. The
rear brakes and axle can be damaged if you drive
with the parking brake applied.
If you start driving without fully releasing the parking
brake, a buzzer sounds as a warning, and RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE appears on the multi-information
display.
Always apply the parking brake when parking.
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Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Move the shift lever from
(D
to (P
.
4. Turn off the engine.
Always set the parking brake firmly, in particular if you are parked on an incline.
1Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
1 When Stopped
NOTICEThe following can damage the transmission:•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.
•Holding the vehicle in place when facing uphill by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
•Moving the shift lever into (P
before the vehicle
stops completely.
Raise the wiper arms when snow is expected.
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uu Before Performing Maintenance u Safety When Performing Maintenance
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Safety When Performing Maintenance
Some of the most important safety precautions are given here.
However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in
performing maintenance. Only you can deci de whether or not you should perform
a given task.
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames
away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
u Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them causing a fire.
• To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner,
not gasoline.
• Wear eye protection and pr otective clothing when working with the battery or
compressed air.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
u Only operate the engine if th ere is sufficient ventilation.
• The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.
u Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking brake is set, and
the engine is off.
• Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
u Make sure to let the engine and exha ust system cool thoroughly before
touching vehicle parts.
• Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
u Do not start the engine unless instructed, and keep your hands and limbs away
from moving parts.
■Maintenance Safety
■Vehicle Safety
1Safety When Performing Maintenance
3 WARNING
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or
failing to correct a problem before driving
can cause a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this owner’s manual.
3 WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance
instructions and precautions can cause you
to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and
precautions in this owner’s manual.
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uu Maintenance MinderTM u
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■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, replac e the air cleaner element 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●Check expiration date for TRK bottle●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#
*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).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle sp eeds 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).
# : 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●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Opening the Hood
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Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push up the hood latc h lever in the center
of the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1Opening the Hood
NOTICEDo not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifting the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod Grip
Clamp
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Handling the Unexpected
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
This vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire. If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise
severely damaged, you will need to have the vehicle towed. If the tire only has a
small puncture, from a nail fo r instance, you can use the tire repair kit so that you
can drive to the nearest service station for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery ground.
2. Put the shift lever in
(P
.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
.
■Getting Ready to Temporar ily Repair the Flat Tire
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than two tires are punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4mm).•The tire side wall is dama ged or the puncture is
outside the tire tread.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICEDo not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
used, you may permanently da mage the tire pressure
sensor.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4mm) Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4mm) No
Contact
Area
Instruction
Manual
Air Only Hose (Black) Speed Restriction Label Repair Notification Label
Pressure Relief
Button Inflator Switch
Selector Switch
SEALANT/AIR side
Sealant/Air Ho
se (Clear) AIR ONLY side
Power Plug
Pressure Gauge
Tire Sealant
Expiration Date
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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
the 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
.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Turn on the hazard warn ing lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
.
Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
1Changing 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 co mpact 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.
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Shift Lever Does Not Move
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the
(P
position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock
release slot as shown in the image, and
remove the cover.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift lever
into
(N
.
u The lock is now released. Have the
shift lever checked by a dealer as soon
as possible.
■Releasing the Lock
Slot
Cover
Release Button Shift Lock
Release Slot
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle SpecificationsModelAcura TSX Sport Wagon
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating 4,630 lbs (2,100 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)2,410 lbs (1,095 kg)Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)2,270 lbs (1,030 kg)
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 15.8 – 17.6 oz (450 – 500 g)
Lubricant Type SP-10
■Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer FluidDisplacement144 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 Capacity2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
■Light BulbsHeadlights (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/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights 21/5W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W
Back-Up Lights 21W
Taillights 5W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
License Plate Lights5W
Cargo Area Lights 5W
Interior LightsSpotlight8WCeiling Light8W
Vanity Mirror Lights 2W
Courtesy Lights3.8W
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Foot Brake ............................................... 217
Indicator ............................................ 64, 301
Parking Brake .......................................... 216
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 112
Bulb Replacement..................................... 247
Back-Up Lights......................................... 252
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Lights................... 251
Fog Lights ................................................ 248
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker 
Lights..................................................... 249
Headlights ............................................... 247
High-Mount Brake Light . ......................... 251
License Plate ............................................ 253
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator 
Lights..................................................... 250
Bulb Specifications .................................... 312
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 61
Cargo Hooks .............................................. 137
Carrying Cargo .................................. 191, 193
CD Player ................................................... 156
Certification Label .................................... 314
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 247
Charging System Indicator ................. 65, 299
Child Safety ................................................. 49
Childproof Door Locks .... ........................... 93
Child Seat .................................................... 49
Booster Seats ........ ..................................... 60Child Seat for Infants.................................
51
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 52
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder 
Seat Belt .................................................. 56
Larger Children ......................................... 59
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 51
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 53
Using a Tether ........................................... 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 93
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 274
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 272
Client Service Information ....................... 322
Climate Control System ............................ 141
Changing the Mode ................................ 141
Defrosting the Windshield and 
Windows ............................................... 142
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 271
Recirculation and Fres h Air Mode ............ 141
Sensors ................................................... 144
Synchronized Mode................................. 143
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 141
Clock ............................................................ 86
Coat Hook ................................................. 136
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 287, 313
Compass .................................................... 187
Console Compartment ............................. 131
Controls ....................................................... 85
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 242
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 243
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 242
Overheating ............................................ 297Temperature Gauge ..................................
74
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 202
Cruise Control .......................................... 207
Indicator ................................................... 71
Cup Holders .............................................. 134
Customized Features ................................. 79
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 109
Dead Battery ............................................ 294
Defrosting the Windshield and 
Windows ................................................. 142
Detachable Shelf ...................................... 130
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 315
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 107
Rear View Mirror..................................... 117
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 238
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 107
Door Mirrors ............................................. 117
Doors .......................................................... 87
Auto Door Lock ........................................ 93
Auto Door Unlock ..................................... 93
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 25 , 68
Keys.......................................................... 87
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Inside ................................................ 10, 91
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Outside ................................................... 89
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 90
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