transmission Acura TSX 2011 Owner's Manual

4Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
Driving Position Memory System Buttons
*
P.111
Door Mirror Controls
P.114
Driver's Front Airbag
P.36
Rearview Mirror
P.114
Passenger's Front Airbag
P.36
Passenger Side Fuse Box
P.296
Parking Brake
P.210
Glove Box
P.126
Accessory Power Socket
P.129
Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission
P.194

Manual Transmission
P.199
Trunk Release
P.95
Hood Release Handle
P.231
Driver Side Fuse Box
P.295
Power Window Switches
P.100
Power Door Lock Master Switch
(Unlocking Fuel Fill Door)
P.93
Driver’s Pocket

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

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Indicators
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
Malfunction
Indicator Lampt
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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
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with the emissions control system.
t
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engine's cylinders is detected.t
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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
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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
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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

Gauges and Multi-Information Display
Multi-Information Display
80Instrument Panel
How to customize
Press and hold the
button for a few seconds while the ignition switch is
in ON
II
.
Customized Features
To customize other features, press the

button.
List of customizable options


P. 8 2
Example of customization settings


P. 8 4
Customization is possible when you see the driver's
ID ("DRIVER 1" or "DRIVER 2") on the CHG setting
screen.
The driver's ID indicates which remote transmitter
you have used to unlock the driver's door.
The customized settings are recalled every time you
unlock the driver's door with that remote.
When you customize settings:
Automatic Transmission models Shift to
P
Manual Transmission models Set the parking brake
Customized Features
Use the multi-information display to customize certain features.
Multi-Information
Display:
Goes to customize
settings.
Button:
Changes the customize
menus and items
SEL/RESET button:
Enters the selected
item

Gauges and Multi-Information Display
Multi-Information Display
83Instrument Panel
Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Door SetupAuto Door LockChanges the setting for the automatic locking
feature. Shift from
P (A / T only), With
VEH SPD
*1, OFF
Auto Door UnlockChanges the setting for when the doors unlock
automatically.Shift to P*2, IGN Off
*3, OFF
Driver Door
*1, All Doors
Door Lock ModeSets up either the driver's door or all doors to unlock
on the first push of the remote.Driver Door*1
All Doors
Keyless Lock
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LOCK (2nd push) - The beeper soundsON
*1, OFF
Security Relock TimerChanges the time it takes for the doors to relock and
the security system to set after you unlock the vehicle
without opening any door.90 sec, 60 sec, 30 sec
*1
Default AllSets/Cancels all the customized settings as
default.Set, Cancel
*1: Default Setting
*2: Default Setting for automatic transmission
*3: Default Setting for manual transmission
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Childproof Door Locks
94Controls
Childproof Door LocksThe childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from the
inside regardless of the position of the lock tab.
Setting the Childproof Door Locks
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock
position, and close the door.
When opening the door
Open the door using the outside door
handle.
Child Proof Door Locks
To open the door from the inside when the
childproof door lock is on, put the lock tab in the
unlock position, lower the rear window, put your
hand out of the window, and pull the outside door
handle.
Auto Door Lock/Unlock
Auto door lock
The auto door lock function automatically locks all the doors and the trunk, and
the fuel fill door when the vehicle reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). Auto door unlock
Automatic transmission models When you depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever to
P
, the driver’s
door automatically unlocks.
Manual transmission models When you depress the brake pedal and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
0
, the
driver’s door automatically unlocks.
Auto Door Lock/Unlock
The auto door lock /unlock settings can be
customized using the multi-information display.
Customization Procedure


P. 8 0
Lock
Unlock

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
104Controls
0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.
I ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
II ON: This is the position when driving.

III
START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON
II when you let go of
the key.
Ignition Switch
Ignition Switch Manual transmission models
Automatic transmission models You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is
in
P.
All models If you open the driver's door when the key is in
LOCK
0 or ACCESSORY
I , a warning buzzer will
sound to remind you to take the key out.
When this happens, the following messages appear
on the multi-information display:
In LOCK
t
0 : "REMOVE KEY."
In ACCESSORY
t
I : "REMOVE KEY" The buzzer
will stop when you take the key out.
If the key won't turn from LOCK
0 to ACCESSORY
I, turn the key while moving the steering wheel
left and right. The steering wheel will unlock,
allowing the key to turn.
WARNING
Removing the key from the ignition switch
locks the steering. If you do this while the
vehicle is in motion, you can lose control
of the vehicle.
Only remove the key from the ignition
switch when parked.

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Driving Position Memory System*
112Controls
1. Adjust the driver's seat to the desired
position, and turn the ignition switch to
ON
II
.
2. Press the SET button.
You will hear the beeper, and the
memory button indicator light will blink.
3. Press memory button
1
or
2
within five
seconds of pressing the SET button.
Once the seat position has been
memorized, the indicator light on the
button you pressed stays on.
Storing a Position in Memory
Automatic transmission models 1. Move the shift lever to
P
.
All models 2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Press a memory button (
1
or
2
).
You will hear the beeper, and the
indicator light will blink.
The seat will automatically move to the
memorized position. When it has finished
moving, you will hear the beeper, and the
indicator light stays on.
Recalling the Stored Position
Storing a Position in Memory
After you press the SET button, the storing
operation will be canceled when:
You do not press the memory button within five tseconds.
You readjust the seat position before the double- tbeep.
You turn the ignition switch to any position texcept ON
II.
Recalling the Stored Position
The seat will stop moving if you:
Press the SET button, or a memory button ( t
1 or
2).
Adjust the seat position.
t Automatic transmission models Shift into any position except t
P.
Manual transmission models Release the parking brake. t
Memory Button 1
Memory Button 2
Set ButtonMemory Buttons

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This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Driving
Cruise Control .................................... 201
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka
ESC (Electronic Stability Control),
System ............................................ 204
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) ............................................ 206
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)-
Required Federal Explanation ........... 208
Braking
Brake System ......................................210
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .............212
Brake Assist System .............................213Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ....................................214
Parking ...............................................214
Refueling
Fuel Information .................................215
How to Refuel .....................................216
Fuel Economy ...................................... 218
Improving Fuel Economy .....................218
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories .........................................219
Modifications ......................................219 Before Driving
Driving Preparation ............................ 182
Maximum Load Limit ......................... 185
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation ............................ 187
Driving Safely with a Trailer ................ 189
Towing Your Vehicle .......................... 190
When Driving
Starting the Engine .............................191
Precautions While Driving ...................193
Automatic Transmissions .................... 194
Shifting (Automatic Transmission) ...... 195
Shifting (Manual Transmission) ........... 199

Towing a Trailer
Driving Safely with a Trailer
189
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Driving
Things You Need To Know Before Towing a TrailerHave the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition. t
Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within t
limits.
Towing Load Limits

P.1 8 7
Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer. t
Securely store all the items in and on the trailer so that they do not shift while t
driving.
Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly. t
Check the pressures of the trailer tires, including the spare. t Towing Speeds and GearsDrive slower than normal. t
Obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers. t
Automatic transmission models
Use the tD
position when towing a trailer on level roads.
Turning and BrakingTurn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal. t
Allow more time and distance for braking. t
Do not brake or turn suddenly. t
Driving Safely with a Trailer
Driving Safely with a Trailer
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer's tires.