headlights Acura TSX 2011 Owner's Manual

3Quick Reference Guide
Cruise Control Buttons
P.201
Wipers/Washers
P.108
Navigation System Voice Control Buttons
*
See Navigation System Manual
Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
® System Voice Control Buttons
P.167
SEL/RESET Button
P.76

(Information) Button
P.76
Horn Headlights/Turn Signals
P.105
Fog Lights
P.107
Paddle Shifter (Shift down)
*
P.197, 198
Remote Audio Control Buttons
P.160
Paddle Shifter (Shift up)
*
P.197, 198
* Not available on all models

6Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
Headlights
P.105, 247
Front Turn Signal/Parking/
Side Marker Lights
P.105, 252
Door Mirrors
P.114
Side Turn Signal Lights
P.105, 253
Maintenance Under the Hood
P.229
Windshield Wipers
P.108, 257
Door Lock/Unlock Control
P.91
Fog Lights
P.107, 251
Tires
P.259, 277
Opening/Closing the Trunk
P.95
Trunk Release Switch
P.96
Emergency Trunk Release Lever
P.97
Brake/Taillights
P.253
Rear Turn Signal Lights
P.253
Rear Side Marker Lights
P.253
Back-Up Lights
P.254
How to Refuel
P.216
Rearview Camera
*
See Navigation System Manual
High-Mount Brake Light
P.256

69Instrument Panel
Indicators
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
System Message
Indicatort
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a problem is detected. A system
message on the multi-information
display appears at the same time.t
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(information) button to see
the message again.
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this chapter when a system message
appears on the multi-information
display. Take the appropriate action
for the message.
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not return to the normal screen
unless the warning is canceled, or the button is pressed.
—
Turn Signal
Indicatorst
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when you operate the turn signal
lever.
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button, both indicators and all turn
signals blink at the same time.t
Does not blink or blinks rapidly-
A turn signal light bulb has blown.
Change the bulb immediately.
 Replacing Light Bulbs P.252, 253
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High-Beam
Indicatort
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headlights are on.
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when DRL (daytime running lights)
are on.—
—
Lights On
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switch is on, or in AUTO when the
exterior lights are on.t
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ignition switch while the light is on, a
chime sounds when the driver's door
is opened.
—

Gauges and Multi-Information Display
Multi-Information Display
82Instrument Panel
List of customizable optionsSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Meter SetupLanguage Selection Changes the displayed language. English
*1, French, Spanish
Adjust Outside Temp.
DisplayAdjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.-5°F ~ ±0°F
*1 ~ +5°F (U.S)
-3°C ~ ±0°C*1 ~ +3°C (Canada)
Trip A Reset with RefuelSets Trip A and the average fuel economy
to reset when you refuel.ON, OFF
*1
Elapsed Time Reset Changes the resetting conditions of the elapsed time. IGN OFF
*1
, Trip A, Trip B
Position Setup Memory Position Link
*
Changes the driver's seat position to a
stored setting.ON
*1, OFF
Lighting SetupInterior Light Dimming TimeChanges the length of time the interior lights stay on
after you close the doors.60 sec, 30 sec
*1, 15 sec
Headlight Auto Off TimerChanges the length of time the exterior
lights stay on after you close the driver's
door.60 sec, 30 sec, 15 sec
*1, 0 sec
Auto Light Sensitivity Changes the timing for the headlights to come on. Max, High, Mid
*1, Low, Min
*1:
Default Setting
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Turn Signals
Light Switches
Turn Signals
The turn signals can be used when the
ignition switch is in ON
II
.
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the position of the
ignition switch.
High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click. Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams. Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
Manual Operation
Light Switches
If you remove the key from the ignition switch while
the light is on, a chime sounds when the driver’s
door is opened.
When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in
the instrument panel will be on.
Indicators


P. 6 4
Repeatedly turning the headlights on and off
reduces the life of the HID headlight bulbs.
If you sense that the level of the headlights is
abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
Light Switches
Right Turn
Left Turn
High Beams
Low BeamsFlashing the
high beams
Turns on side marker, tail and
license plate lights Turns on headlights, parking,
side marker, tail, and license
plate lights

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Light Switches
106Controls
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
II
.
When you turn the light switch to
AUTO
,
the headlights and other exterior lights will
switch on and off automatically depending
on the ambient brightness.
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark
areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not
work properly.Light SensorYou can change the AUTO light sensitivity and
automatic lighting off timer setting using the multi-
information display.
Customization Procedure


P. 8 0
Automatic lighting off feature
The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off
within 15 seconds after you remove the key and close the driver's door.
If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK
0 with the headlight switch on, but do
not open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is
in the
AUTO
position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver's door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Fog Lights
107
Controls
Fog Lights
When the low beam headlights are on, turn
the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.
Fog Lights
When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the
instrument panel will be on.
They go off when the headlights turn off, or when
the daytime running lights are on.
Indicators


P. 6 4
Daytime Running LightsThe high beam headlights and indicator come on slightly dimmer than normal.
The ignition switch is in ON t
II
.
The headlight switch is off, or in t
.
The parking brake is released. t
The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition
switch will turn off the daytime running lights.
The high beam headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight
switch is turned on.
Fog Light Switch

Adjusting the Mirror
114Controls
Interior Rearview MirrorAdjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.
When driving after dark, the automatic
dimming rearview mirror reduces the glare
from headlights behind you. Press the AUTO
button to turn this function on and off.
When activated, the AUTO indicator comes
on.
Adjusting the Mirror
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
Adjusting the Seat Positions


P. 11 6
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
The auto dimming function cancels when the shift
position is in R.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
You can adjust the door mirrors when the
ignition switch is in ON
II
.
Mirror position adjustment
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the
switch to the center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press
the switch left, right, up, or down to move
the mirror.
Door Mirrors
Indicator Sensor
Auto Button
Adjustment Switch
Selector Switch

Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
248Maintenance
Headlight Bulbs
The exterior lights' inside lenses (headlights, brake
lamps, etc.) may fog temporarily after a vehicle
wash or while driving in the rain. This does not
impact the exterior light function.
However, if you see a large amount of water or ice
accumulated inside the lenses, have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Driver side
4-cylinder models 3. Remove the fasteners, using a flat-tip
screwdriver. Remove the cover of the air
intake duct and its upper part. 6-cylinder models 3. Remove the fasteners, and remove the air
intake duct cover.
Fastener
Fastener
Air Intake
Duct Cover
Cover
6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models

Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
250Maintenance
Low Beam Headlights
1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the headlight being
replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to
the right.
2. Remove the holding clips and screws, and
pull the inner fender back.
3. Rotate the cover to the left, and remove.
Low Beam Headlights
High voltage can remain in the circuit for a long period of time after the light is
switched off. Do not attempt to inspect or replace the high voltage discharge type
bulbs yourself. Ask a dealer to inspect and replace low beam headlights.
Low Beam Headlights
When removing the clip, insert a flat-tip screwdriver,
and lift and remove the central pin.
High Voltage Discharge Type Halogen Type
Inner Fender
Screw
Cover Clip