lock Acura RSX 2004 User Guide

When not using the LATCH system,
all child seats must be secured to the
vehicle with the lap part of a lap/
shoulder belt.
In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in
the back seating positions, and in the
f ront passenger seat, have a locking
mechanism that must be activated to
secure a child seat.With the child seat in the desired
seating position, route the belt
through the child seat according
to the seat maker’s instructions,
then insert the latch plate into the
buckle.To activate the lockable retractor,
slowly pull the shoulder part of the
belt all the way out until it stops,
then let the belt feed back into the
retractor.
Af ter the belt has retracted, tug on
it. If the belt is locked, you will not
be able to pull it out. If you can pull
thebeltout,itisnotlocked,and
you will need to repeat these steps.
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3.
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Installing a Child Seat
Installing a Child Seat with a L ap/
Shoulder Belt
Driver and Passenger Saf ety39

Push and pull the child seat
f orward and f rom side to side to
verif y that it is f irmly secured. If
the child seat is not secure,
unlatch the belt, allow it to retract
f ully, then repeat these steps.
Af ter conf irming that the belt is
locked, grab the shoulder part of
the belt near the buckle and pull
up to remove any slack from the
lap part of the belt. Remember, if
the lap part of the belt is not tight,
the child seat will not be secure.
To remove slack, it may help to
putweightonthechildseat,or
push on the back of the seat while
pulling up on the belt.
To deactivate the locking
mechanism and remove a child seat,
unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat
belt, and let the belt f ully retract. A child seat with a tether can be
installed in either seating position in
the back seat, using one of the
anchorage points.
Since a tether can provide additional
security to the lap/shoulder belt
installation, we recommend using a
tether whenever one is required or
available. (Tethers are required in
Canada.)
4. 5.
Installing a Child Seat
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Installing a Child Seat with a
Tether
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Control Locations .48
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Instrument Panel .49
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 50
Maintenance Required ...................................
Indicator .54
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Security System Indicator . 55
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Gauges .56
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Odometer .56
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Trip Meter .56
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Fuel Gauge .57
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Temperature Gauge . 57
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .58 ......................
Wipers and Washers .59
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Turn Signal and Headlights . 60
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 61
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Hazard Warning Button . 61
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Rear Window Def ogger . 61
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 62
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Keys and Locks .63
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Immobilizer System .64
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Ignition Switch .65
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Door Locks .67
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Power Door/Hatch Locks . 67
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Hatch .68
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Remote Transmitter .69
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Glove Box .71
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Seats .72
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Seat Heaters .75
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Cargo Area Cover .76
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Power Windows .78
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Moonroof .80
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Mirrors .80
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Parking Brake .82
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Interior Lights .83
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Interior Convenience Items . 84
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Beverage Holders .85
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Accessory Power Sockets . 85
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Console Compartment . 86
This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your Acura. All the essential controls
are within easy reach.
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Instruments and Controls
47

AT model is shown.
Control L ocations
Inst rument s and Cont rols48
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
FUEL FILL
DOOR RELEASEMIRROR CONTROLS
GAUGES HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
AUDIO SYSTEM
SHIFT LEVER
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
DOOR AND
HATCH LOCK SWITCH
INDICATORS
(P. 67)
(P. 78) (P.
81) (P.
49)
(P. 56)
(P.88)
(P. 92)
(P. 136, 139)
(P. 123)
(P.
122)
PARKING BRAKE(P. 82)

ÎÎ
ÎThe U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols49
HIGH BEAM INDICATORSUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATORSIDE AIRBAG CUT-OFF INDICATOR TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD
WARNING INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
(P.
206)
(P. 51, 204)
(P. 51, 205) (P.
52)
(P. 51)
(P. 52)
(P. 54)
(P. 53)
(P. 55) (P.
50)
(P. 50)
(P.52)
(P. 52)
(P.52)
(P. 50)
(P.
51)

This indicator has two f unctions:Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to ON (II). It is a
reminder to check the parking
brake. Driving with the parking
brake not f ully released can
damage the brakes and tires.
If it remains lit af ter you f ully
release the parking brake while
the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more inf ormation, see
page . If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more inf ormation,
see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator f lashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
more inf ormation, see page .
See page .
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to ON (II), and when
the ignition switch is turned to
START (III). If it comes on at any
other time, there is a problem in the
ABS. If this happens, take your
vehicle to a dealer to have it checked.
With this indicator on, your vehicle
still has normal braking ability but no
anti-lock. For more inf ormation, see
page .
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2.
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204
206
208 147
Only on models equipped with ABS (see
page ) 146
Parking Brake
and Brake
System
Indicator Anti-lock Brake
System (A BS)
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols51
U.S. Canada
U.S. Canada

This indicator comes on f or a f ew
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (II). It will go of f if you
have inserted a properly-coded
ignition key. If it is not a properly-
coded key, the indicator will blink
and the engine will not start (see
page ).
This indicator also blinks several
times when you turn the ignition
switch f rom ON (II) to ACCESSORY
(I) or LOCK (0).This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
with the headlight switch off and the
parking brake set. It should go of f if
youturnontheheadlightsorrelease
the parking brake. If it comes on at
any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may
also be a problem with the high
beam headlights.
This indicator comes on when the
washer f luid level is low. Add washer
fluidwhenyouseethisindicator
come on (see page ).
64 167Canadian models only
Canadian models only
Immobilizer System
Indicator‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ IndicatorWasher Level Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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The wipers are not activated.
The wipers run at low speed.
The wipers run at high speed. Rotate clockwise to turn the rear
window wiper on.
Hold past ON to turn the window
wiper on and the window washer
to spray.
OFF
Rotate counterclockwise to turn
the window wiper on and the
window washer to spray.
The length of the wiper
interval is varied automatically
according to the vehicle’s speed.
Vary the delay by turning the INT
TIME ring. If you turn it to the
shortest delay, the wipers will
change to low speed operation
when the vehicle speed exceeds 12
mph (20 km/h).
Push the right lever up or down to
select a position. MIST
OFF
INT Intermittent
LO Low
HI High
Windshield Washers
The wipers run at high
speed until you release the lever. Pull the
wiper control lever toward you and
hold it. The washers spray until
you release the lever. The wipers
run at low speed, then complete
one more sweep af ter you release
the lever.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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2.
3.
4.
OFF
LO
HI
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
INT
MIST Windshield Wiper Windshield Washer
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Wipers and Washers
59

Move the steering wheel so it
points to your chest, not toward
your f ace. Make sure you can see
the instrument panel gauges and
indicators.
Push the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in that position.
Make sure you have securely
locked the steering wheel in place
by trying to move it up and down.The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle. The valet key works only in the
ignition and the door locks. You can
keepthegloveboxlockedwhenyou
leave your vehicle and the valet key
at a parking facility.
Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a key replaced. Use only
an Acura-approved key blank.
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3.
4.
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Steering Wheel A djustment, K eys and L ocks
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Keys and Locks
63
MASTER KEY
(BLACK)
VALET KEY
(GREY)
KEY
NUMBER
TAG

These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
Immobilizer System. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.Protect the keys f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
The keys do not contain batteries.
Do not try to take them apart. The Immobilizer System protects
your vehicle f rom thef t. If an
improperly-coded key (or other
device) is used, the engine’s f uel
system is disabled.
When you turn the ignition switch to
ON (II), the Immobilizer System
indicator should come on f or a f ew
seconds, then go out. If the indicator
starts to blink, it means the system
does not recognize the coding of the
key. Turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert
it, and turn the switch to ON (II)
again.
The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object (i.e. key
f ob) is near the ignition switch when
you insert the key.If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your Acura dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle undriveable.
If you have lost your key and cannot
start your engine, contact your
Acura dealer.
Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System
Immobilizer System
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