engine Acura TSX 2011 Owner's Manual

Contents
Quick Reference Guide
P. 2
Safe Driving
P. 2 1
Instrument Panel
P. 6 3
Controls
P. 8 7
Features
P. 13 7
Driving
P. 1 8 1
Maintenance
P. 2 2 1
Handling the Unexpected
P. 2 7 5
Information
P. 3 0 1
Index
P. 3 15
Child Safety P. 48 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 60 Safety Labels P. 61
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 95 Security System P. 98 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 100
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 104 Adjusting the Mirror P. 114
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 125 Climate Control System P. 133
Audio Error Messages P. 158 Audio Remote Controls P. 160
HomeLink
® Universal Transceiver P. 165Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
® P. 167 Compass P. 179
When Driving P. 191 Braking P. 210 Parking Your Vehicle P. 214
Accessories and Modifications P. 219
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 229 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 247
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 259 Battery P. 268 Remote Transmitter Care P. 269
Cleaning P. 271
Engine Does Not Start P. 283 Jump Starting P. 284 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 287
Fuses P. 294 Emergency Towing P. 298
When you Cannot Open the Trunk P. 300
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 307 Reporting Safety Defects P. 308
Authorized Manuals P. 313 Client Service Information P. 314

7Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving
P.21
Before Driving Checklist

P.182
Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,
steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.
Airbags

P.33
Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and
your passengers during a moderate to severe collision.
Seat Belts

P.26
Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well
back in the seat. Check that your passengers are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
Child Safety

P.48
All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat. Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat. Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard

P.60
Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon
monoxide gas can accumulate.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.

13Quick Reference Guide
Ignition Switch
Depress the brake pedal and press the
release button to move out of


P
.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button. Press the release button to move
the shift lever.
Driving

P.181
Manual Transmission

P.199
Automatic Transmission

P.195
Shift to
P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
ShiftingP
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
R
Reverse
N
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
D
Drive
Normal driving. D-paddle shift
mode can be used.
S
S Position
Sequential shift mode can be
used.
Paddle Shifters
P.197
Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual
transmission (1st through 5th). This is useful for engine braking.
D-paddle shift mode: The
transmission will shift back
to automatic mode once
the system detects that the
vehicle is cruising. Sequential shift mode: Holds
the selected gear, and the M
indicator comes on.
Release Button
Shift Lever
Shift Down
-
Paddle Shifter
Shift Up
+
Paddle Shifter
* Not available on all models
Gear Position
IndicatorSelected Gear
NumberM
Indicator

14Quick Reference Guide
VSA
® OFF Button

P.205
The vehicle stability assist (VSA
®)
system helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
VSA
® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
To turn VSA
® on or off, press and hold the
button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control

P.201
Cruise control allows you to maintain a set
speed without keeping your foot on the
accelerator pedal. To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press DECEL/SET when the
vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h).Tire Pressure Monitoring
System ( TPMS)

P.206
TPMS monitors tire pressure. TPMS is turned on automatically every
time you start the engine.
Refueling
P.215
Fuel recommendation:
4-cylinder models

Premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
number 91 or higher recommended
6-cylinder models

Premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
number 91 or higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 L)

Unlock the driver's door. Press on the edge of the
fuel fill door to make it
pop up slightly. Turn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the cap. Place the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door. After refueling, screw the
cap back on until it clicks
at least once.

15Quick Reference Guide
Wiper Blades
P.257
Replace blades if they leave
streaks across the windshield.
Lights
P.247
Inspect all lights regularly.
Tires
P.259
Inspect tires and wheels regularly. Check tire pressures regularly. Install snow tires for winter driving.
Maintenance

P.221
Under the Hood
P.229
Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid.
Add when necessary. Check brake fluid and clutch fluid. Check the battery regularly.
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard. Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up the
hood. When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.

16Quick Reference Guide
Flat Tire
P.277
Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Engine Won't Start
P.283
If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Overheating
P.288
Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Handling the Unexpected

P.275
Indicators Come On

P.290 Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Blown Fuse
P.294
Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Emergency Towing
P.298
Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

18Quick Reference Guide
Why does the beeper sound
when I open the driver's door?
The beeper sounds when:
The key is left in the ignition switch.
t
The exterior lights are left on.
t
Why does the beeper sound
when I start driving?
The beeper sounds when:
Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat
t
belts.
The parking brake lever is not fully released.
t
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the brake
pedal?
The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Is it possible to use unleaded
gasoline with a Pump Octane
Number (PON) of 87 or higher
on this vehicle?
If premium unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is
not available, you can temporarily use the gasoline with a PON
of 87 or higher.
This will result in decreased engine performance, and can
cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine. 4-cylinder models

Unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is recommended.
6-cylinder models

Unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is required.
The long-term use of a lower PON gasoline can lead to engine
damage.

Exhaust Gas Hazard
60Safe Driving
Carbon Monoxide GasThe engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle,
carbon monoxide gas will not get into the interior.
Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever
The exhaust system is making an unusual noise. t
The exhaust system may have been damaged. t
The vehicle is raised for an oil change. t
When you operate a vehicle with the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the 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.

1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the
mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.
Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill
up with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately after starting the engine.
WARNING
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.

Indicators
64Instrument Panel
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
U.S.Canada
Parking Brake
and
Brake System
Indicatort
$PNFT
PO
CSJFnZ
XIFO
ZPV
UVSO

the ignition switch to ON
II
,
then goes off (comes on when
the parking brake is applied).
t
$PNFT
PO
XIFO
UIF
CSBLF
nVJE

level is low.
t
$PNFT
PO
JG
UIFSF
JT
B
QSPCMFN

with the brake system.
t
5IF
CFFQFS
TPVOET
BOE
UIF

indicator comes on if you drive
with the parking brake not fully
released.t
Comes on while driving - Make sure
the parking brake is released. Check the
CSBLF
nVJE
MFWFM
 What to do when it comes on while
driving P. 2 9 2
t
Comes on along with the ABS
indicator - Have the vehicle checked by
a dealer.
 If the Brake System Indicator Comes
On P. 2 9 2
Low Oil
Pressure
Indicatort
$PNFT
PO
XIFO
ZPV
UVSO
UIF

ignition switch to ON
II
, and
goes off when the engine starts.
t
$PNFT
PO
XIFO
UIF
FOHJOF
PJM

pressure is low.t
Comes on during driving -
Immediately stop in a safe place.
 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Comes On P. 2 9 0
U.S.
Canada

65Instrument Panel
Indicators
Continued
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
Malfunction
Indicator Lampt
$PNFT
PO
XIFO
ZPV
UVSO
UIF

ignition switch to ON
II
, and
goes off either when the engine
starts or after several seconds
if the engine is not started. If
"readiness codes" have not been
set, it blinks five times before it
goes off.
t
$PNFT
PO
JG
UIFSF
JT
B
QSPCMFN

with the emissions control system.
t
#MJOLT
XIFO
B
NJTmSF
JO
UIF

engine's cylinders is detected.t
3FBEJOFTT
DPEFT
BSF
QBSU
PG
UIF
PO
y
board diagnostics for the emissions
control systems.
 Readiness Codes P. 3 0 9
t
Comes on during driving - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer.
t
Blinks during driving - Stop in a safe
QMBDF
XIFSF
UIFSF
BSF
OP
nBNNBCMF

objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes
or more, and wait for it to cool down.
Then, take the vehicle to a dealer.
 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks P. 2 9 1
Charging System
Indicatort
$PNFT
PO
XIFO
ZPV
UVSO
UIF

ignition switch to ON
II
, and
goes off when the engine starts.
t
$PNFT
PO
XIFO
UIF
CBUUFSZ
JT
OPU


charging.t
Comes on during driving - Turn off
the climate control system and rear
defogger in order to reduce electricity
consumption.
 If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 2 9 0
Transmission
Indicator
(Shift position
indicator )*t
$PNFT
PO
GPS
B
GFX
TFDPOET
XIFO

you turn the ignition switch to ON
II
,
then goes off.
t
#MJOLT
JG
UIF
USBOTNJTTJPO
TZTUFN

has a problem.t
Blinks during driving - Avoid
sudden starts and acceleration and
have the vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
* Not available on all models