Acura RSX 2005 Owner's Manual

If the radio f use is removed, the
audio system will disable itself . The
nexttimeyouturnontheradioyou
will see ‘‘Code’’ in the f requency
display. Use the preset buttons to
enter the f ive-digit code (see page).
If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem with your
vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in
that circuit, and have your vehicle
checked by a qualif ied mechanic.
If you cannot drive your vehicle
without f ixing the problem, and you
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse
of the same rating or a lower rating
f rom one of the other circuits. Make
sureyoucandowithoutthatcircuit
temporarily (such as the cigarette
lighter or radio).
If you replace the blown f use with a
spare f use that has a lower rating, it
might blow out again. This does not
indicate anything wrong. Replace the
f use with one of the correct rating as
soon as you can.
6. 112
Fuses
210
Replacing a f use with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement f use with the proper rating
f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.

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Circuits Protected
Amps.
No.
No. Circuits Protected
Amps.
Daytime Running Lights
SRS
Power Mirror
Bass Speaker
Heated Seats
Fuel Pump
Accessory Power Socket
Turn Signal
Front Wiper
Not Used
Front Passenger’s Power Window
Driver’s Power Window
Not Used
Not Used
7.5A
10A
10A
20A
20A
15A
15A
7.5A 20A
20A
20A
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11 Ignition Coil
Laf Heater
Daytime Running Lights
Rear Accessory Power Socket
ACG (IG)
Not Used
Power Window Relay
Moonroof
Radio
Rear Wiper
Gauge panel
ABS
15A
20A
10A
10A
7.5A 20A
7.5A 10A
7.5A
7.5A 1:
2:
3:
Canadian models only
U. S. models only
Type-S only1
3
1
1 2
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
211
INTERIOR FUSE BOX

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No. Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21 25 30 A
10 A
7.5 A 20 A
10 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
7.5 A 30 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
30 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
100 A 40 A Condenser f an
Small Light
Interior Light
Cooling Fan
Hazard
FI ECU (ECM/PCM)
Horn, Stop
ABS (F/S)
Back Up
ABS Motor
Rear Demister
Heater Motor
Power Window
Option
Lef t Headlight
Door Lock
Right Headlight
Not Used
Main Fuse Battery
Main Fuse Ignition
Spare Fuse
Fuse Locations
212
UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX

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If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
an organization. Never tow your
vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is
very dangerous. The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the tires (f ront or rear) and lif t
them of f the ground. The other two
tires remain on the ground. With the f ront wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h).
Release the parking brake. Turn of f the engine.
ShifttoD,thentoN.
Start the engine. Shif t the transmission to Neutral. Release the parking brake.
If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do the f ollowing:
Automatic Transmission:
Manual Transmission:
Emergency T owing
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
This is the best way to trans-
port your vehicle.
T his is
an acceptable way to tow your
vehicle.
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213
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.

If you decide to tow your vehicle
with all f our wheels on the ground,
make sure you use a properly-
designed and attached tow bar.
Prepare the vehicle for towing as
described above, and leave the
ignition switch in the Accessory (I)
position so the steering wheel does
not lock. Make sure the radio and
any electrical accessories are turned
of f so they do not run down the
battery.
Emergency T owing
214
NOTICE:T he steering system can be
damaged if the steering wheel is locked.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position, and make
sure the steering wheel turns f reely
bef ore you begin towing.

Thediagramsinthissectiongive
you the dimensions and capacities of
your vehicle, and the locations of the
identif ication numbers. It also
includes inf ormation you should
know about your vehicle’s tires and
emissions control systems.................
Identif ication Numbers . 216
................................
Specif ications .218
DOT Tire Quality Grading ......................
(U.S. Vehicles) .220
Unif orm Tire Quality ..................................
Grading .220
.................................
Treadwear .220
......................................
Traction .220
.............................
Temperature .221
.................................
Tire Labeling .222 .......................
Emissions Controls .223
.....................
The Clean Air Act .223
Crankcase Emissions Control ....................................
System .223
Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................
System .223
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ................................
Recovery .224
...
Exhaust Emissions Controls . 224
....................
PGM-FI System .224
Ignition Timing Control ................................
System .224
Three Way Catalytic ...........................
Converter .224
....................
Replacement Parts . 224
..
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 225
..............
State Emissions Testing . 226
T echnical Inf ormat ion
T echnical Inf ormation
215

Your vehicle has several identif ying
numbers in various places.
The Vehicle Identif ication Number
(VIN) is the 17-digit number your
dealer uses to register your vehicle
f or warranty purposes. It is also
necessary f or licensing and insuring
your vehicle. The easiest place to
find the VIN is on a plate fastened to
the top of the dashboard. You can
seeitbylookingthroughthe
windshield on the driver’s side. It is
also on the Certification label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb,
and is stamped on the engine
compartment bulkhead. The VIN is
also provided in bar code on the
Certif ication label.
Identif ication Numbers
216
CERTIFICATION LABEL
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The Engine Number is stamped into
the engine block.
The Transmission Number is on a
label on top of the transmission.
Identif ication Numbers
T echnical Inf ormation
217
ENGINE NUMBERMANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

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Dimensions
Weights Air Conditioning
Capacities
Engine 172.6 in (4,385 mm)
67.9 in (1,725 mm)
54.9 in (1,395 mm)
HFC-134a (R-134a)
17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) SP-10
13.2 US gal (50
)
1.35 US gal (5.1
)
101.2 in (2,570 mm)
58.5 in (1,485 mm)
58.5 in (1,485 mm)
3.39 x 3.39 in (86.0 x 86.0 mm) 121.9 cu-in (1,998 cm
)
9.8 : 1
11.0 : 1 1.32 US gal (5.0
)
1.69 US gal (6.4
)
1.66 US gal (6.3)
4.4 US qt (4.2
)
5.0 US qt (4.7)
4.2 US qt (4.0)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
5.6 US qt (5.3)
6.1 US qt (5.8)
0.16 US gal (0.6
)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity:
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb. Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plug Water cooled 4-stroke
DOHC VTEC in line,
4-cylinder gasoline engine.
IZFR6K11
IFR7G-11KS
SKJ20DR-M11
SK22PR-M11S Approx.
1:
2:
3:
4:
Front
Rear
ChangeManual
Automatic
Total Manual
Automatic
Change Including filter
Without filter
Total
RSX and Premium models
Type-S
1:
2:
RSX and Premium models
Type-S
NGK
DENSO
1
21
2
1
2 1
4
2
3
2
3
2
3

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Specif ications
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Capacities
Fuses
Alignment
Lights
Battery Tires
0.0in(0mm)
0.08 in (2.0 mm) 0°30’
1.8 US qt (1.7
)
1.6 US qt (1.5)
2.9 US qt (2.7
)
6.9 US qt (6.5)
2.6 US qt (2.5)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
1°00’
2°53’
P205/55R16 89V
P195/65R15 89H
Manual
transmission
fluid
Interior
Under-hood
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
12 V
12 V
12 V 12 V
5W(Amber) 65 W
21 W 55 W
Headlights
Front turn signal
Front parking lights
Front side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Brake/Taillights
High-mount brake light
Rear side marker lights
Back-up lights
License plate lights
Ceiling light
Cargo area light
Spotlights
Glove box light 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.20 kgf/cm
)
31 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
31 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
T125/70D16 96M T135/70D15 99M
Capacity 12 V 36 AH/5 HR12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
3.4 W
8W
5W
8W
5W
21 W
5W
21 W
21 W/5 W
21 W
12 V 5 W
Size
Pressure P215/45R17 87V
See page
211or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the dashboard.
See page 212or the fuse box
cover.
High
Low Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Type-S
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. vehicles
Canadian
vehicles
Canadian Standard model
1:
2:
3: Front/Rear
Spare
Front
Rear
Spare
(HB3)
U.S. Base model and Canadian Premium models
Automatic trans-
mission fluid
Windshield
washer reservoir
1
2
3
1, 2
3