wiper fluid Acura TSX 2011 Owner's Manual

9Quick Reference Guide
Right
Low BeamHigh Beam
LeftFlashingAdjustment Ring
: Low speed: High speed
Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
MIST
OFF
INT
LO
HI Turn Signal Control Lever Light Control Switches Wiper/ Washer Control Lever
Controls

P.87
Turn Signals

P.105
Lights

P.105
Wipers and Washers

P.108
* Not available on all models

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.

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Wipers and Washers
108Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
II
.
MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you
release the lever. Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain. Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.
Windshield Wipers and Washers NOTICE Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged. NOTICE In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may
damage the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving,
the wipers make a single sweep.
The wiper operation of the shortest delay setting
(
) and the LO setting become the same when the
vehicle speeds up.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Long delayShort delay
Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
MIST OFF INT: Low speed with
intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe Intermittent Time
Adjustment RingPull
to use
washer.

Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance .............. 222
Safety When Performing
Maintenance .................................... 223
Parts and Fluids Used in
Maintenance Service ........................ 224
Maintenance Minder
™ ........................ 225
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 229
Opening the Hood ............................. 231
Recommended Engine Oil .................. 234
Oil Check ........................................... 235
Adding Engine Oil .............................. 237Engine Coolant .................................. 240
Transmission Fluid .............................. 242
Brake/Clutch Fluid .............................. 244
Refilling Window Washer Fluid ........... 246
Replacing Light Bulbs ......................... 247
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades ................................................ 257
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................... 259
Tire and Loading Information Label .... 260
Tire Labeling ...................................... 260
DOT Tire Quality Grading
(U.S. Vehicles)
.................................... 262Wear Indicators .................................. 264
Tire Service Life .................................. 264
Tire and Wheel Replacement ............. 265
Tire Rotation ...................................... 266
Winter Tires ....................................... 267
Battery ................................................. 268
Remote Transmitter Care ................... 269
Replacing the Battery ........................ 269
Climate Control System
Maintenance ..................................... 270
Cleaning
Interior Care ........................................271
Exterior Care ...................................... 273
221

Before Performing Maintenance
222Maintenance
Inspection and MaintenanceFor your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your
vehicle in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell,
insufficient brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected
by a dealer. (Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep
your warranties in effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for detailed
maintenance and inspection information.
Types of Inspection and Maintenance Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling. Periodic inspections
Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly. t
Automatic Transmission Fluid

P. 2 4 2
Check the brake fluid level monthly. t
Brake/Clutch Fluid

P. 2 4 4
Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign t
objects.
Checking and Maintaining Tires

P. 2 5 9
Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly. t
Replacing Light Bulbs

P. 2 4 7
Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. t
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades

P. 2 5 7
Inspection and Maintenance U.S. models Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment
or individuals using parts that are "certified"
to EPA standards.

According to state and federal regulations, failure
to perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services
should be performed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
Maintenance Service Items


P. 2 2 7
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills and tools, purchase the
service manual.
Authorized Manual


P. 3 13

If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills
first.
After performing maintenance, update the records
in the separate maintenance booklet.

Fuses
294Handling the Unexpected
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0
and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box.
Fuse Locations
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and
box cover number.
Circuit protected and fuse rating
Fuse Locations
Circuit Protected Amps
1Battery100 A
*1
120 A
*2
Passenger's Side Fuse Box 40A
2EPS 70 A
Passenger's Side Fuse Box (40 A)
ABS/ VSA FSR 30 A
−−
ABS/ VSA Motor 30 A
−−
Circuit Protected Amps
3IG 50 A
Driver's Side Fuse Box (40 A)
Passenger's Side Light Main 30 A
Driver's Side Fuse Box (60 A)
Driver's Side Light Main 30 A
Main Fan Motor 30 A
−
*1
−
Wiper Motor
*2
30 A
Wiper Motor
*1
Sub Fan Motor*2
30 A
4 Rear Defogger 40 A
5Sub Fan Motor
*1
20 A
−
*2
−
6− −
7− −
8 Heater Motor 40 A
9 Hazard 15 A
Circuit Protected Amps
10 H orn 10 A
11 − −
12 St o p 15 A
13 IG Coil 15 A
14 FI Sub 15 A
15 B a c ku p 10 A
16 Interior Lights 7.5 A
17 FI Main 15 A
18 DBW 15 A
19−
*1
−
Back Up FI ECU
*2
7. 5 A
20 MG Clutch 7.5 A
21Engine Oil Level
*1
7.5 A
Fan RLY
*2
*1: 4-cylinder models
*2: 6 -cylinder models

322Index
Index
X
Wear Indicators (Tire)
..........................................
264
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)
................
280
Windows (Opening and Closing)
...................
10 0
Window Washers
.......................................................
10 8
Adding/Refilling Fluid
............................................
246
Switch
..............................................................................
10 8
Windshield
......................................................................
10 8
Cleaning
.........................................................................
274
Defrosting/Defogging
............................................
13 4
Wipers and Washers
...............................................
10 8
Washer Fluid
...............................................................
246
Wiper Blades
...............................................................
257
Winter Tires
....................................................................
267
Snow Tires
....................................................................
267
Tire Chains
....................................................................
267
Wipers and Washers
................................................
10 8
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades
.........
257
WMA
...........................................................................
147,153
Worn Tires
......................................................................
259
XXM
® Radio
.......................................................................
145