battery Acura TSX 2007 Owner's Guide

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Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
To jump start your vehicle:
The numbers in the illustration show
the order to connect the jumper
cable.Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive ( ) terminal on the
booster battery.
You cannot start your vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it.
Turn of f all the electrical
accessories: climate control, audio
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in neutral (manual)
or Park (automatic), and set the
parking brake.
1.
2.
3.
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BOOSTER
BATTERY
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.

µKeep the ends of the jumper
cables away from each other and
any metal on the vehicle until
everything is disconnected.
Otherwise, you may cause an
electrical short. Once your vehicle is running,
disconnect the negative cable f rom
your vehicle, then f rom the
booster battery. Disconnect the
positive cable f rom your vehicle,
then from the booster battery.
If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, have an assistant start
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
Start the vehicle. If the starter
motor still operates slowly, check
that the jumper cables have good
metal-to-metal contact.
Connect the second jumper cable
to the negative ( ) terminal on
the booster battery. Connect the
other end to the grounding point
as shown. Do not connect this
jumper cable to any other part of
the engine. 7.
6. 5.
4.
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If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, or if you see a ‘‘CHECK
CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display, the
battery is not being charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.If this indicator comes on while
driving, or if you see a ‘‘CHECK
EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display, it
means one of the engine’s emissions
control systems may have a problem.
Even though you may f eel no
dif f erence in your vehicle’s
perf ormance, it can reduce your f uel
economy and cause increased
emissions. Continued operation may
cause serious damage.
If you have recently ref ueled your
vehicle, the indicator could come on
due to a loose or missing f uel f ill cap.
You will also see a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL
CAP’’ message on the inf ormation
display. Tighten the cap until it clicks
at least once. Tightening the cap will
not turn the indicator of f
immediately; it can take several days
of normal driving.
If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn of f as you
continue driving, have your vehicle
checked by your dealer as soon as
possible.
Charging System Indicator, Malf unction Indicator L amp
Charging System
Indicator
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
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Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed. To
check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, without starting the engine.
The malfunction indicator lamp will
come on for 20 seconds. If it then
goes off, the readiness codes are set.
If it blinks five times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle for a state
emissions test until the readiness
codes are set. Refer to
for more
info rmation (see page ).
If
the battery in your vehicle has
been disconnected or gone dead,
thesecodesmaybeerased.Ittakes
several days of driving under various
conditions to set the codes again.
If
your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, the malfunction
indicator lamp may also come on
with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ). 357
84 Readiness Codes
State
Emissions T esting
Malf unction Indicator L amp
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333
If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your vehicle’s emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs may
not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.

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Amps. Circuits Protected
Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5 6
7
8
9
10 11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
20 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
15 A
30 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
100 A
50 A
50 A Cooling Fan
Not Used
Horn, Stop
Rear Defroster
Back Up, ACC
Hazard
VSA Motor
VSA
OP 1
OP 2
Heater Motor
Battery
Not Used
BIG1Main
Power Window Main
15 A
30 A
10 A
15 A
10 A Left Headlight Low
Rear Defroster Coil
Left Headlight Hi
Small Light
Right Headlight Hi 15 A
7.5 A 15 A
20 A
20 A Right Headlight Low
Back Up
FI ECU (ECM/PCM)
Condenser fan
FR Fog Light
Fuse Locations
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UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX

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Specifications
T
echnical Inf ormat ion
347
Lights Battery
Alignment Fuses
Engine
55
W
35 W
12 V
12
V
12
V
12 V
3CP 21 W
12
V 55 W
Headlights
Front
fog lights
Front turn signal
Front parking lights/
Side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
Taillights
High-mount brake light
Back-up lights
Rear side marker lights
License plate light
Ceiling light
Spotlights/Front ceiling lights
Trunk light
Door courtesy lights
Vanity mirror lights 12 V 1.1 W
2CP
12 V
12
V 5 W
8W
12 V 8W
12 V
12
V 3 CP
3CP
12 V
12
V 21 W
21
W
12 V 5W
12 V
12
V 21/5 W
21
W
12 V Capacity
12 V 36 AH/5 HR
On vehicles with high voltage discharge type headlights,
replacement of a headlight bulb should be performed by your dealer. Toe-in
Camber
Caster 3°13’1°
0°
0.08
in (2.0 mm)
0.00
in (0.0 mm)
Interior
Under-hood
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression
ratio
Spark plugs
SKJ20DR-M11 IZFR6K-1110.5
: 1
144
cu-in (2,354 cm
)
3.43
x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm)
Water
cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
i-VTEC 4-cylinder, gasoline engine
See
page 340 or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door on each side of the
dashboard.
See page 339 or the fuse box
cover.
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
High
Low
NGK:
DENSO:
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Make sure the gas tank is nearly,
but not completely, f ull (around
3/4).Without touching the accelerator
pedal, start the engine, and let it
idle f or 20 seconds.
If you take your vehicle f or a state
emissions test shortly af ter the
battery has been disconnected or
gone dead, it may not pass the test.
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that must be set in the on-
board diagnostics f or the emissions
systems. These codes are erased
when the battery is disconnected,
and set again only after several days
of driving under a variety of
conditions. If the testing f acility determines that
the readiness codes are not set, you
will be requested to return at a later
date to complete the test. If you must
get the vehicle retested within the
next two or three days, you can
condition the vehicle f or retesting by
doing the f ollowing.
Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine of f f or 6
hours or more.
Make sure the ambient
temperature is between 40° and
95°F. Keep the vehicle in Park
(automatic) or neutral (manual).
Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm,andholditthereuntilthe
temperature gauge rises to at least
1/4of thescale(about3minutes).
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State Emissions T esting
T esting of Readiness Codes
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357

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Your new vehicle is covered by these
warranties:
covers your new vehicle, except f or
the battery, emissions control
systems, and accessories, against
def ects in materials and
workmanship.
provides prorated
coverage f or a replacement battery
purchased f rom your dealer.
these two
warranties cover your vehicle’s
emissions control systems. Time,
mileage, and coverage are
conditional. Please read your
warranty booklet f or exact
inf ormation. provides
coverageforaslongasthepur-
chaser of the muf f ler owns the
vehicle.
this warranty gives up
to 100 % credit toward a replacement
battery. Restrictions and exclusions apply to
all these warranties. Please read the
2007 Acura warranty inf ormation
booklet that came with your vehicle
f or precise inf ormation on warranty
coverages. Your vehicle’s original
tires are covered by their
manuf acturer. Tire warranty
inf ormation is in a separate booklet.
Please ref er to the 2007 warranty
manual that came with your vehicle.
a seat
belt that f ails to f unction properly is
covered by a limited warranty.
Please read your warranty booklet
f or details.
all exterior body panels are
covered f or rust-through f rom the
inside f or the specif ied time period
with no mileage limit.
Acura accessories are covered under
this warranty. Time and mileage
limits depend on the type of
accessory and other factors. Please
read your warranty manual f or
details.
covers all Acura
replacement parts against defects in
materials and workmanship.
Warranty Coverages
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
New Vehicle L imit ed Warrant y Replacement Bat t ery L imit ed
Warranty
Emissions Cont rol Syst ems Def ect s Warrant y and EmissionsPerf ormance Warranty Replacement Muf f ler L if et ime
Limited Warranty
Original Equipment Bat t ery L imit ed Warranty Seat Belt Limited Warranty
Rust Perf orat ion L imit ed Warrant yAccessory Limited Warranty
Replacement Part s L imit edWarrantyWarrant y and Cust omer Relat ions
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Accessories .236
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .....................................
Position) .128
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 156
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 288
.....................
Adjusting the Sound .175
Adjust Outside Temp. ...................................
Display . 73, 96
........
Advice For Pregnant Women . 17
.....................................
Airbag (SRS) .9
.....
Airbag, Additional Information . 23
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 35
.............................
Airbag Service .34
Check Airbag System ...................................
Message .83
How the Passenger Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .33
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .32
..
How the SRS Indicator Works . 32
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .26
...
How Your Side Airbags Work . 30How Your Side Curtain
..........................
Airbags Work .31
........................
SRS Components .23
............................
Air Conditioning .160
.........................................
Usage .162
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .311
......................................
Alignment .312
.......................
Alcohol in Gasoline .230
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator . 65, 255
.......................................
Message .83
...................................
Operation .255
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 201
Anti-thef t Steering Column ............................................
Lock .128
................................
Audio System .170
................
Automatic Lighting Off . 122
.
Automatic Seat Belt Tensionners . 21
..............
Automatic Transmission . 246
..........................
Capacity,Fluid .346
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 293
....
Sequential SportShif t Mode . 248
.......................................
Shif ting .246
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 246
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 246
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 251......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .184
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 62, 332
.......................................
Message .84
............................
Jump Starting .327
..............................
Maintenance .316
............................
Specif ications .347
..............................
Bef ore Driving .229
..........................................
Belts, Seat .8
.........................
Beverage Holders .156
..................................
Booster Seats .52
Index
A
B
INDEX
I

............
Emergencies on the Road . 319
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 327
...........
Brake System Indicator . 334
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 321
.....
Charging System Indicator . 332
..................
Checking the Fuses . 336
..........................
Fuse Locations .339
.......
Hazard Warning Flashers . 124
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 331
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 332
...
Manually Closing Moonroof . 335
..................
Overheated Engine . 329
.......................................
Towing .341
.........................
Emergency Brake .151
....................
Emergency Flashers .124
......................
Emergency Towing .341
..........
Emergency Trunk Opener . 136
Emission, Check System .......................................
Message .84
.......................
Emissions Controls .354
.............
Emissions Testing, State . 357
Engine .......
Check Engine Oil Message . 82
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 68
.........................
If It Won’t Start .325
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 332...................
Oil Life Display . 73, 274
..............
Oil Pressure Indicator . 331
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 287
...............................
Overheating .329
............................
Specif ications .347
....................
Speed Limiter . 245, 251
.......................................
Starting .243
Engine Speed Limiter .............................................
A/T .245
............................................
M/T .251
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline .230
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 354
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .55
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .17
...................................
Fan, Interior .164
.............
Fasten Seat Belt Message . 78
.........................................
Features .159
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 231
Filter .........................
Dust and Pollen .307
...............................................
Oil .289
...........
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 124...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 321
.....................................
Floor Mats .306
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 293
..........................................
Brake .296
.........................................
Clutch .297
..............
Manual Transmission . 295
..........................
Power Steering .297
......
Washer Fluid Low Message . 81
..................
Windshield Washer . 292
.....................................
Fog Lights .122
.......................................
Indicator .66
.........................
Folding Rear Seat .140
........................
Four-way Flashers .124
..................................
Front Airbags .26
.......................
Front Wiper Action .117
.................................................
Fuel .230
...............................
Cap Message .79
......................
Fill Door and Cap .231
...........................................
Gauge .68
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .66
..............................
Low Message .81
................
Octane Requirement . 230
........................
Tank, Filling the .231
........................
Tighten Fuel Cap .79
..............................
Fuse Locations .339
Index
F
IV