window Acura TSX 2005 Owner's Manual
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
MIRROR CONTROLS
DOOR LOCK SWITCH HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
DIGITAL CLOCK
AUDIO SYSTEM
(P.141)
(P.112)
(P.100)
(P.88)
(P.89)
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.80)
(P.154) (P.155) AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
(P. 168 )
(P.170)
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
(P.93)
(P.75)
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
MOONROOF
SWITCH TILT/TELESCOPIC
ADJUSTMENT
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
HORN
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
SYSTEM OFF SWITCH INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.65)
HAZARD
WARNING BUTTON
(P. 69)
(P. 69)
CRUISE CONTROLS
(P. 143 )
(P. 70)
(P. 181)
(P.
92)
(P.
139)
(P.
66) (P.
68)
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Your airbag system includes:Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) f ront airbags. The driver’s
airbag is stored in the center of
the steering wheel; the f ront
passenger’sairbagisstoredinthe
dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS
AIRBAG.’’
An indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you that the
passenger’s side airbag has been
turned of f (see page ).
Emergency backup power in case
your vehicle’s electrical system is
disconnected in a crash. A sophisticated electronic system
that continually monitors and
records inf ormation about the
sensors, the control unit, the
airbag activators, the seat belt
tensioners, and driver and f ront
passenger seat belt use when the
ignition is in ON (II).
An indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you to a possible
problem with your airbags,
sensors, or seat belt tensioners
(see page ).
Automatic seat belt tensioners
(see page ).
Sensors that can detect a
moderate to severe front impact,
or side impact in models with side
airbags.
Two side curtain airbags, one f or
each side of the vehicle. The
airbags are stored in the ceiling
above the side windows. The f ront
and rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDE
CURTAIN AIRBAG’’ (see page ).
Two side airbags, one f or the
driver and one f or a f ront
passenger. The airbags are stored
in the outer edges of the seat-
backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDE
AIRBAG’’ (see page ).
Sensors that can detect whether
a child is in the passenger’s side
airbag path and automatically
turn the airbag off (see page
). 27
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28
26
25
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A irbag System Components
Additional Inf ormation About Your Airbags
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. You should
have no problem with carbon
monoxide entering the vehicle in
normal driving if you maintain your
vehicle properly.High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.
Have the exhaust system inspected
f or leaks whenever:
With the trunk open, airf low can pull
exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
trunk open, open all the windows and
set the climate control system as
shown below.
If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconfined area, adjust the climate
control system as f ollows:
Select the f resh air mode.
Select the mode.
Turn the f an on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
The vehicle is raised f or an oil
change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The vehicle was in an accident
that may have damaged the
underside.
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2.
3.
4.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
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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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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .52
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Instrument Panel .53
................
Instrument Panel Lights . 54
.............................................
Gauges .60
.....................................
Odometer .60 ...
Outside Temperature Display . 60
...................................
Trip Meter .61
...................
Temperature Gauge . 61
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Fuel Gauge .62
..........
Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 62
Maintenance Required ...................................
Indicator .62
Controls Near the Steering .......................................
Wheel .64
..................
Wipers and Washers . 65
.......
Turn Signal and Headlights . 66
Automatic Lighting Off .....................................
Feature .67
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Daytime Running Lights . 68
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 68
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Hazard Warning .69
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Rear Window Def ogger . 69
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 70
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Keys and Locks .71
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Keys .71
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Immobilizer System . 72
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Ignition Switch .73
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Door Locks .74
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Childproof Door Locks . 76
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Remote Transmitter . 76
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Trunk .80 ........
Emergency Trunk Opener . 81
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Trunk Main Switch .81
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Seat Heaters .82
...................................................
Seat .83
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Power Seat Adjustment . 83
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Driver’s Lumbar Support . 83
..........................
Head Restraints .84
.......................
Folding Rear Seat .85
.............................................
Mirrors .87
....
Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 88
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Power Mirror Heaters . 88
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Power Windows .89
Power Window Control ...............................
Operations .91
.........................................
Moonroof .92
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Parking Brake .93
..........................................
Sun Visor .94
..................................
Vanity Mirror .94
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Interior Lights .95
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Interior Convenience Items . 96
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Beverage Holders .97
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Accessory Power Sockets . 97
...............
Console Compartment . 97
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Sunglasses Holder .98
....................................
Glove Box .98
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Control L ocations
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MIRROR CONTROLS
DOOR LOCK SWITCH
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHESAUDIO SYSTEM
HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.141)
DIGITAL CLOCK
(P. 88)
(P.89) INDICATORS
GAUGES (P.53)
(P.60)
(P.112 )
(P.100)
(P.155)
TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE
(P.80)
(P.154) AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
(P.170)
MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
(P. 168 )
PARKING BRAKE LEVER (P.93)
(P.75)
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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HORN
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
MOONROOF SWITCH
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM
OFF SWITCH
TILT/TELESCOPIC ADJUSTMENTWINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.65)
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.69)
(P. 69)
CRUISE CONTROLS
(P. 143)
(P. 70)
(P. 181)
(P.
92)
(P.
139)
(P.
66) (P.
68)
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Push the button between the center
vents to turn on the hazard warning
lights (f our-way f lashers). This
causes all f our outside turn signals
and both turn indicators in the
instrument panel to f lash. Use the
hazard warning lights if you need to
park in a dangerous area near heavy
traf f ic, or if your vehicle is disabled.Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility bef ore
starting to drive.
The def ogger and antenna wires on
the inside of the rear window can be
accidentally damaged. When
cleaning the glass, always wipe side
to side.The rear window def ogger will clear
fog, frost, and thin ice from the
window. Push the def ogger button to
turn it on and off. The indicator
above the button comes on to show
the def ogger is on. It also shuts of f
when you turn of f the ignition switch.
You have to turn it on again when
you restart the vehicle.
Hazard Warning
Rear Window Def ogger
Hazard Warning, Rear Window Def ogger
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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With navigation
Without navigation
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With the driver’s door open and the
key in the ignition, both door lock
switches are disabled. They are not
disabled if the driver’s door is closed.
Pushing the switch down on the
open passenger’s door will lock all
doors. Youcanopenorclosethewindows
by using the key in the driver’s door
(see page ).
Each f ront door has a master door
lock switch. Either switch locks and
unlocks all doors. On the driver’s
door, push the top of the master
door lock switch to lock all doors,;
push the bottom to unlock them. On the f ront passenger’s door, push
the master door lock switch down to
lock the all doors, and up to unlock
them. 91
L ockout Prevent ion
Power Door L ocks
Door L ocks
Inst rument s and Cont rols
75
MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
bottom top
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µ
µ You can open and close all power
windows from outside the vehicle
with the key. With the remote
transmitter, you can open the
windows. Refer to Power Windows
on page .
The ceiling light (if the ceiling light
switch is in the center position) will
come on when you press the
UNLOCK button. If you do not open
any door, the light stays on f or about
30 seconds, then f ades out. If you
relock the doors with the remote
transmitter before 30 seconds have
elapsed, the light will go of f
immediately.
Pressthisbuttononce
to unlock the driver’s door. Push it
twice to unlock the other doors.
The childproof door locks are
designed to prevent children seated
in the rear f rom accidentally opening
the rear doors. Each rear door has a
lock lever near the edge. With the
lever in the LOCK position, the door
cannot be opened f rom the inside
regardless of the position of the lock
tab. To open the door, pull the lock
tab up, and use the outside door
handle. Press this button once to
lock all doors. Some exterior and
interior lights will f lash. You cannot
lock it if any door is not f ully closed
or key is in the ignition switch.
When you push LOCK twice within 5
seconds, you will hear a beep to
verify that the security system has
set. 91
Remote Transmitter
UNL OCK
Childproof Door L ocks
LOCK
Childproof Door L ocks, Remot e T ransmit t er
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PANIC
BUTTON
LEVER LED
TRUNK
RELEASE
BUTTONLOCK
BUTTON
UNLOCK
BUTTON