2004 Acura RSX ECU

Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If
it’s not available, you may use a
DEXRON
III automatic
transmission f luid as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
use can affect the shift quality. Have
the transmission f lushed and ref illed
with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is
convenient.
To thoroughly f lush the transmission,
the technician should drain and ref ill
it with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the
vehicle f or a short distance. Do this
three times. Then drain and ref ill the
transmission a f inal time.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
in the transmission.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule. Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
transmission f iller bolt, and caref ully
f eel inside the bolt hole with your
f inger. The f luid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall
the f iller bolt, and tighten it securely.If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
6.
A ut omat ic T ransmission Fluid, Manual T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance
Manual Transmission Fluid
170
Correct level
FILLER BOLT

Insert the new bulb into the hole,
making sure the tabs are in their
slots. Pivot the hold-down wire
back in place, and clip the end into
the slot.
Install the rubber seal and make
sure it is right side up; it is marked
‘‘TOP.’’
Push the electrical connector onto
the tabs of the new bulb. Make
sure it locks in place.
(Passenger’s side)
Install the power steering
reservoir on the bracket.
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pulling the
connector straight back.
Remove the rubber weather seal
by pulling on the tab.
Unclip the end of the hold-down
wire f rom its slot. Pivot it out of
the way, and remove the bulb.
If you need to change a headlight
bulb on the driver’s side, remove
the bolt from the battery hold-
down, and caref ully push the
battery toward the windshield to
obtain enough working space.
Pull the battery back to its original
position, then install the bolt in the
hold-down, and tighten it securely. (Driver’s side)
3.
4. 5.
6.
7.
8.
2.
Lights
Maint enance175
BULB
WEATHER
SEAL
HOLD
DOWN WIRE CONNECTOR
Driver’s side

Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
The f ront parking bulb is next to
the headlight bulb.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Install the new bulb into the
socket.
(Passenger’s side)
Install the power steering
reservoir on the bracket.
(Driver’s side)
Place the battery in its original
position, then install the bolt in the
hold-down, and tighten it securely.
Install the new bulb into the
socket.
3.
4.
5.
1.
2.4.
Replacing a Front Parking Bulb
Lights
Maint enance177
BULB

Tighten the wheel nuts securely in
the same crisscross pattern. Have
the wheel nut torque checked at
the nearest automotive service
f acility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
Put on the spare tire. Put the
wheel nuts back on f inger-tight,
then tighten them in a crisscross
pattern with the wheel wrench
until the wheel is f irmly against
the hub. Do not try to tighten
them f ully.
Lower the vehicle to the ground
and remove the jack.
15.
13.
14.
Changing a Flat T ire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed196
(Except Type-S)
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)

Store the jack in its holder. Turn
the jack’s end bracket clockwise to
raisethejackandlockitinplace.
Screw the adapter into the hole in
the spare tire well.Remove the wheel cover or center
cap and place the flat tire face
down in the spare tire well.
Set the bass speaker inside the
wheel.
Secure the f lat tire with the wing
bolt.
Remove the spacer cone f rom the
wing bolt, turn it over, and put it
back on the bolt.
18.
16.
17. 20.
21.
Type-S only: Type-S only:
19.All except Type-S:
CONT INUED
Changing a Flat T ire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed197
ADAPTER (Type-S only) WING BOLTSPACER
CONE

Store the tool kit.
Store the wheel cover or center
cap in the cargo area. Make sure it
will not get scratched or damaged.Diagnosing why your engine won’t
start f alls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you turn the
key to START (III):
You hear nothing, or almost
nothing. The engine’s starter
motor does not operate at all, or
operates very slowly.
You can hear the starter motor
operating normally, or the starter
motor sounds like it is spinning
f aster than normal, but the engine
does not start up and run. When you turn the ignition switch to
START (III), you do not hear the
normal noise of the engine trying to
start. You may hear a clicking sound
or series of clicks, or nothing at all.
Check these things:
Check the transmission interlock.
If you have a manual transmission,
the clutch pedal must be pushed
all the way to the f loor or the
starter will not operate. With an
automatic transmission, it must be
in Park or Neutral.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Turn on the headlights and check
their brightness. If the headlights
are very dim or don’t light at all,
the battery is discharged. See on page .
Reinstall the f loor mat and spare
tire cover, then close the hatch.
22.
23.
24.
200
Changing a Flat Tire, If the Engine Won’t Start
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
If the Engine Won’t StartNothing Happens or the Starter
Motor Operates Very Slowly
Jump Starting
198
Loose items can fly around the
interior in a crash and could
seriously injure the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
securely before driving.

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No.Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21 25 Condenser f an
Small Light
Interior Light
Cooling Fan
Hazard
FI ECU
Horn, Stop
ABS (F/S)
Back Up
ABS Motor
Rear Demister
Heater Motor
Power Window
Option
Lef t Headlight
Door Lock
Right Headlight
Not Used
Main Fuse Battery
Main Fuse Ignition
Spare Fuse
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed214
UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX

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CONT INUED
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a
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Crash .21
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Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant . 167
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Restraint, Child .29
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Reverse Gear Position . 140
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Rotation, Tire .186
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Saf ety Belts .8, 19
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 234
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Saf ety Features .7
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Airbags .10
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Seat Belts .8
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 46
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Saf ety Messages . ii
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Seat Belts .8, 19
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Additional Information . 19
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .20
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14,19
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Maintenance .21, 180
Reminder Indicator and ................................
Beeper .19, 50
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System Components . 19
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Use During Pregnancy . 17 ...
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14
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Seat Heaters .75
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Seats, Adjusting the . 11,72
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Security System .114
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Serial Number .218
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Service Intervals .159
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Service Manual .236
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Service Station Procedures . 122
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Setting the Clock .113
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 139
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Shif t Lock Release .144
Shif ting .
The Automatic Transmission . 139
The 5-speed and 6-speed .........
Manual Transmissions . 136
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Side Airbags .10, 25
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Cutof f Indicator .27, 50
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Signaling Turns .60
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Snow Tires .187
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Sound System .92
Spare Tire ......................................
Inf lating .192
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Specif ications .221
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Specif ications Charts . 220
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Speed Control .115 ..........
SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 22
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Additional Safety Precautions . 28
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Airbag Service .28
How the Side Airbag Cutof f ......................
Indicator Works .27
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 26
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .22
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 25
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SRS Components .22
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SRS Indicator .26 ,50
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State Emissions Testing . 228
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 66
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Starting the Engine .135
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .135
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With a Dead Battery . 200
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Steam Coming f rom Engine . 202
Steering Wheel ..................................
Adjustment .62
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Anti-theft Column Lock . 65
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Buttons .116
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Stereo Sound System .92
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Storing Your Vehicle .190
Index
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