fuses Acura TSX 2014 Owner's Manual

Contents
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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Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
•Do not install accessories on the windshi eld. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any accessories over areas marked SRS Airbag, on the sides or backs
of the front seats, on front or side pill ars, or near the side windows. Accessories
installed in these areas may interfere wi th proper operation of the vehicle’s
airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags deploy.
• B
e sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 303
• Before installing any electronic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a deal er inspect the final installation.
Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle or use non-Acura components that can affect its
handling, stability, and reliability.
Overall vehicle performance can be affect ed. Always make sure all equipment is
properly installed and maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province,
territory, and local regulations.
1Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessorie s are recommended to
ensure proper operation on your vehicle.
3 WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire .... 278
Tools .................................................. 286
If a Tire Goes Flat .............................. 287
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 287
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 293
Jump Starting .................................... 294
Shift Lever Do es Not Move.............. 296
Overheating ...................................... 297
How to Handle Overheating ............. 297Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
299
Comes On......................................
If the Charging System Indicator
299
Comes On .....................................
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks ....................300If the Brake System Indicator Comes On ..301If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) 301System Indicator Comes On ................If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS
302
Indicator Comes On or Blinks.......... Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 303
Circuit Protected and Amps for Each
Fuse............................................ 305
307
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........
Emergency Towing ........................... 308
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel .......................................... 309
Fill Door
When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate ...................................................310
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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all2Checking the Battery P. 268●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 307
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 199
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 100
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 74
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 307
If the problem continues:2 Emergency Towing P. 308
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it. 2 Jump Starting P. 294
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Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0
and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
Located under the dashboard.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box1Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and
box cover number.
■Driver Side Fuse Box1Driver Side Fuse Box
Fuse locations are shown on the label on the side
panel.
Locate the fuse in questi on by the fuse number and
label number.
Fuse Label
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Located on the lower side panel. Take off the
cover to open.
■Passenger Side Fuse Box1Passenger Side Fuse Box
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in questi on by the fuse number and
box cover number.
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Circuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
The current rating in brackets indicate that
you may find a fuse in the location even if
your particular model is not equipped with
the device the fuse is used for.
■Engine Compartment
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Battery100 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box40 A
2
EPS70 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box (40 A)
ABS/VSA FSR30 A
Power Tailgate Motor *40 A
ABS/VSA Motor30 A
− −
3
IG50 A
Power Tailgate Motor *(40 A)
Passenger’s Side Light Main30 A
Driver’s Side Fuse Box(60 A)
Driver’s Side Light Main30 A
Main Fan Motor30 A
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Wiper Motor30 A
4 Rear Defogger 40 A
5Sub Fan Motor20 A
6 − −
7−−
8Heater Motor 40 A
9Hazard 15 A
10 Horn 10 A
11−−
12 Stop 15 A
13IG Coil15 A
14 FI Sub 15 A
15Backup10 A
16 Interior Lights 7.5 A
17FI Main15 A
18 DBW 15 A
19−−
20 MG Clutch 7.5 A
21Engine Oil Level7.5 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps■Driver Side
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2Seat Memory(7.5 A)
3Washer15 A
4Wiper10 A
5Meter7.5 A
6ABS/VSA7.5 A
7ACG15 A
8STS(7.5 A)
9Fuel Pump20 A
10VB SOL(10 A)
11SRS10 A
12ODS7.5 A
13IG1(7.5 A)
14−−
15Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
16A/C7.5 A
17Accessory, Key, Lock7.5 A
18Accessory7.5 A
19Driver’s Power Seat Sliding(20 A)
20Moonroof(20 A)
21Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining(20 A)
22Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window20 A
* Not available on all models
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23Front Accessory Power
Socket20 A
24Driver’s Power Window20 A
25Driver’s Side Door Lock15 A
26Left Front Fog Light(10 A)
27Left Side Small Lights
(Exterior)10 A
28Left Headlight High Beam10 A
29TPMS10 A
30Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
31−−
32 Engine Oil Level *(7.5 A)
Circuit ProtectedAmps■Passenger Side
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Right Headlight High Beam10 A
2Right Side Small Lights
(Exterior)10 A
3Right Front Fog Light(10 A)
4Right Headlight Low Beam15 A
5−−
6Interior Lights7.5 A
7−−
8Passenger’s Side Power Seat
Reclining20 A
9Passenger’s Side Power Seat Sliding20 A
10Right Side Door Lock10 A
11Rear Passenger’s Side Power Window20 A
12Console Accessory Power
Socket20 A
13Front Passenger’s Power Window20 A
14−−
15Premium AMP(20 A)
16Rear Accessory Power Socket(20 A)
17−−
18−−
19Seat Heater20 A
20−−
21−−
22−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0
. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remov
e the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u I
f the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If
there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller an d replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICEReplacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system. If you do not have a replacement
fuse with the proper rating for the circuit, install one
with a lower rating.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 305 and P. 306.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box.
Fuse Blown Fuse
Combined Fuse
Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Driving...................................................... 189
Automatic Transmission .......................... 202
Braking ................................................... 216
Cruise Control ........................................ 207
Shifting Gear .......................................... 203
Starting the Engine ................................. 199
Driving Position Memory System ............ 114
Dust and Po llen Filter.............................. 271
Elapsed Time .............................................. 78
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 68, 301
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 210
Emergency ................................................ 308
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 317
Engine ....................................................... 314
Coolant .................................................. 242
Jump Starting ......................................... 294
Oil .......................................................... 237
Starting................................................... 199
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 106
Engine Coolant ........................................ 242
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 243
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 242
Overheating ............................................ 297
Temperature Gauge .................................. 74
Engine Oil ................................................. 237
Adding ................................................... 239
Checking ................................................ 238Displaying Oil Life ....................................
231
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 64, 299
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 237
EPS (Electric Power Steering) 
System ............................................... 68, 301
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 61
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 274
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 117
Features ..................................................... 145
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 271
Oil ........................................................... 240
Flat Tire ............................................. 278, 287
Floor Mats ................................................. 273
Fluids Automatic Transmission........................... 244
Brake....................................................... 245
Engine Coolant........................................ 242
Windshield Washer.................................. 246
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 70
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 126
Foot Brake ................................................. 217
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 37
Front Seats ................................................ 119
Adjusting................................................. 119
Fuel ...................................................... 14, 221
Economy ................................................. 224
Gauge ....................................................... 74Instant Fuel Economy .....
........................... 77
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Range ....................................................... 77
Recommendation .................................... 221
Refueling................................................. 221
Fuel Economy ........................................... 224
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 14, 223
Message.................................................. 300
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 14, 222
Unable to Unlock .................................... 309
Fuses .......................................................... 303
Inspecting and Changing......................... 307
Locations................................................. 303
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 224
Gauge ....................................................... 74
Information ............................................. 221
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Refueling................................................. 221
Gauges ........................................................ 74
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 203
Glass (care) ................................................ 275
Glove Box .................................................. 130
Halogen Bulbs .................................. 247, 248
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