climate control Acura TSX 2014 Owner's Manual

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vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
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cover) represent features and equipment that are available on
some, but not all, models. Your particular model may not have
some of these features.
The information and specifications included in this publication
were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor
Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change
specifications or design at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation.
2 Safe Driving P. 21For Safe Driving P. 22 Seat Belts P. 26 Airbags P. 34
2 Instrument Panel P. 63Indicators P. 64 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 74
2 Controls P. 85Setting the Clock P. 86 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 87
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 105
Adjusting the Seats P. 119
2 Features P. 145Audio System P. 146 Audio System Basic Operation P. 149
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver P. 173
2 Driving P. 189Before Driving P. 190 Towing a Trailer P. 195
Refueling P. 221 Fuel Economy P. 224
2 Maintenance P. 227Before Performing Maintenance P. 228 Maintenance MinderTM P. 231
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 255
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 271
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 277Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire P. 278 Tools P. 286 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 287
Overheating P. 297 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 299
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 309
2 Information P. 311Specifications P. 312 Identification Numbers P. 314
Emissions Testing P. 317 Warranty Coverages P. 319
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Child Safety P. 49 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 61 Safety Labels P. 62
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 94 Security System P. 100 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 102
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 106 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 117
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 128 Climate Control System P. 141
Audio Error Messages P. 167 General Information on the Audio System P. 169
Bluetooth ® HandsF reeLink® P. 175 Compass * P. 187
When Driving P. 199 Braking P. 216 Parking Your Vehicle P. 220
Accessories and Modifications P. 225
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 235 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 247
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 259 Battery P. 268 Remote Transmitter Care P. 270
Cleaning P. 272
Engine Does Not Start P. 293 Jump Starting P. 294 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 296
Fuses P. 303 Emergency Towing P. 308
When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate P. 310
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 315 Reporting Safety Defects P. 316
Authorized Manuals P. 321 Client Service Information P. 322
Quick Reference Guide P. 2
Safe Driving P. 21
Instrument Panel P. 63
Controls P. 85
FeaturesP. 145
Driving P. 189
Maintenance P. 227
Handling the Unexpected P. 277
Information P. 311
Index P. 323
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Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❙System Indicators (P64)
❙Gauges (P74)
❙Navigation System *
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Audio System (P146)
❙Hazard Warning Button
❙Climate Control System (P141)
❙Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Door Mirror Button
(P113)
❙Seat Heater Switches (P139)
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments
(P116)
❙Multi-Information Display (P75)
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System OFF) Button
(P210)
❙Ignition Switch (P106)
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Climate Control System (P141)
● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.
● Press the ON/OFF button to turn the system on or off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
The climate control system is voice operable. See the Navigation System Manual for
complete details.
Models with navigation system
(Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirr or) Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
A/C (Air Conditioning)
Button
Air flows from dashboard
vents and back of the
center console. Air flows from floor and
dashboard vents, and back
of the center console. Air flows from floor vents. Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
(Recirculation) Button
(Fan Control) Bar
Passenger’s Side
Temperature
Control Switch
SYNC (Synchronized) Button
AUTO
Button
Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Switch
ON/OFF Button MODE Control Button
Clock (P86)
aPress the CLOCK button until the
displayed time begins flashing.
bPress Preset (4
(Hour) or (5
(Minute)
to set the time. Press Preset (6
(Reset)
to set the time to the nearest hour.
cPress the CLOCK button again to set
the time.
The navigation system receives signals from
GPS satellites, updating the clock
automatically.
Models without navigation system
Models with navigation system
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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 inspected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is making 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 tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the tailgate
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 sy stem in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.
1Carbon 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
Continued
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON (w
, and goes
off either when the engine starts
or after several seconds if the
engine did not started. If
“readiness codes” have not been
set, it blinks five times before it
goes off.
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the emissions control system.
●Blinks when a misfire in the
engine’s cylinders is detected.
●Readiness codes are part of the on board
diagnostics for the emissions control
systems.
2 Testing of Readiness Codes P. 317●Comes on while driving - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer.
●Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe
place where there are no flammable
objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes
or more, and wait for it to cool down.
Then, take the vehicle to a dealer.
2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks P. 300
Charging System
Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON (w
, and goes
off when the engine starts.
●Comes on when the battery is not
charging.
●Comes on while driving - Turn off the
climate control system and rear defogger
in order to reduce electricity
consumption.
2 If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 299
Transmission
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
, then goes off.●Blinks if the transmission system
has a problem.
●Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden
starts and acceleration and have the
vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 86
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................... 87
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 89
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 91
Childproof Door Locks ....................... 93
Auto Door Lock/Unloc k
...................... 93
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ..... 94
Security System ................................ 100
Immobilizer System .... ......................100
Security System Alarm ...................... 100
Opening and Closing the Windows ... 102Opening and Closing the Moonroof
.. 105
Operating the Switches Around the Steering WheelIgnition Switch ................................. 106
Turn Signals ..................................... 107
Light Switches.................................. 107
Fog Lights ........................................ 109
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) ..........109
Wipers and Washers ........................ 110
Brightness Control ........................... 112
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button........................................ 113
Driving Position Memory System ...... 114
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 116Adjusting the Mirrors
...
.................... 117
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 117
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 117
Adjusting the Seats .
......................... 119
Adjusting the Seat Po sitions .............119
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 128
Interior Lights .................................. 128
Interior Convenience Items .............. 130
Climate Con tro
l System ................... 141
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 141
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 144
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uu Interior Lights/Inter ior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items
Pull the handle to open the
console compartment.
To use the console lid as an armrest, slide it to
the desired position while pulling up the
release lever.
You can keep beverage bottles and cans cool
with the air cond itioning system.
1. Turn the dial counterc lockwise to open the
air vent in the console compartment.
2. Turn on the climate control system and
adjust the temperature to cool.
3. Set the mode control or .
u The cool air is diverted through the
air vent.
■Console Compartment1Console Compartment
Use only resealable cont ainers or keep unopened
cans in the console compartment.
Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery and
electrical components in the console compartment.
When the heater begins to divert warm air, the
airflow into the console compartment is shut off.
Close
Open
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141Continued
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control
The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select.
The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that raises or lowers
the interior temperature to your preference as qui ckly as possible.
Use the system when the engine is running.
1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the interior temperature using the dr iver’s side or passenger’s side control
switch.
3. Press the button to cancel.
■Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes
Press the (recirculation) button and switch the mode depending on
environmental conditions.
Recirculation mode (indicator on): Recircul ates air from the vehicle’s interior through
the system.
Fresh air mode (indicator off): Maintains out side ventilation. Keep the system in
fresh air mode in normal situations.
1Using Automatic Climate Control
If any buttons are pressed while using the climate
control system in AUTO, the function of the button
that was pressed will take priority.
The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions
unrelated to the button that was pressed will be
controlled automatically.
To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the
fan may not start immediately when the AUTO
button is pressed.
If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down
more rapidly by partially opening the windows,
turning the system on AUTO, and setting the
temperature to low. Change the fresh air mode to
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.
When you set the temperature to the lower or upper
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.
Pressing the button switches the climate
control system between on a nd off. When turned on,
the system returns to your last selection.
Floor and
defroster
vents
Floor vents
Dashboard and floor
vents, and back of
the center console
Dashboard vents
and back of the
center console
AUTO Button
Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Switch (Recirculation) Button
(Fan Control) Bar
A/C (Air Conditioning)
Button
Passenger’s Side
Temperature
Control Switch
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142
Pressing the button turns the air
conditioner system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.
Press the button again to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
■To rapidly defrost the windows 1.Press the button.
2. Press the button.
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.
1To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting or defogging the windows, switch
over to fresh air mode. If you keep the system in
recirculation mode, the windows may fog up from
humidity. This impedes visibility.
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