2005 Acura TSX towing

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However, if the brake pedal does not
f eel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will f eel the brake
pedal go down much f arther bef ore
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
If this indicator comes on while
driving, the brake f luid level is
probably low in the reservoir. Press
lightly on the brake pedal to see if it
f eels normal. If it does, check the
brake f luid level the next time you
stop at a service station (see page ). If the f luid level is low, take
the vehicle to your dealer and have
the brake system inspected f or leaks
or worn brake pads. If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and caref ully. Slow down by shif ting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is saf e. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (see
on page ).
If the ABS indicator comes on with
this indicator, have the vehicle
inspected by your Acura dealer
immediately. 252
212 Emergency
Towing
Brake System Indicator
250
U.S. indicator shown BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

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If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
an organization. Never tow your
vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is
very dangerous.
Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle.
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the tires (f ront or rear) and lif t
them of f the ground. The other two
tires remain on the ground. If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do the f ollowing:
Release the parking brake.
Shif t the transmission to Neutral.
Release the parking brake.
Start the engine.
ShifttoD,thentoN.
Turn of f the engine.
Manual Transmission
Automatic Transmission:
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
This is the best way to trans-
port your vehicle.
T his is
an acceptable way to tow your
vehicle.
Emergency T owing
252
Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.

With the f ront wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h).If you decide to tow your vehicle
with all f our wheels on the ground,
make sure you use a properly-
designed and attached tow bar.
Prepare the vehicle for towing as
described above, and leave the
ignition switch in Accessory (I) so
the steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure the radio and any items
plugged into the accessory power
socket are turned of f so they do not
rundownthebattery.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
f ront spoiler, remove it bef ore
towing so it is not damaged.
Emergency T owing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
253
The steering system can be damaged if
the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I), and
make sure the steering wheel turns
f reely bef ore you begin towing.
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight.

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Child Seats .30
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Lower Anchorage Points . 39
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Tether Anchorage Points . 43
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Climate Control Sensors . 111
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Clock, Setting the .141
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Clutch Fluid .213
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 167
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Compact Spare .236
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Console Compartment . 97
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Consumer Inf ormation . 274
Coolant ........................................
Adding .207
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Checking .158
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Proper Solution .207
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Temperature Gauge . 61
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .268
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Cruise Control Operation . 143
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Customer Service Of f ice . 277
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .4, 52
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Daytime Running Lights . 68
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 276................
Def ogger, Rear Window . 69
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Dimensions .262
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Dimming the Headlights . 66
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 209
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Engine Oil .157
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Directional Signals .66
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 178
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Disposal of Used Oil .205
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 74
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 265
Downshif ting, 5-speed Manual
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Transmission .168
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 7
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Driving .165
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Economy .159
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Dual Temperature Control . 109
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 223
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Economy, Fuel .159
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Emergencies on the Road . 235
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Battery, Jump Starting . 243
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Brake System Indicator . 250................
Changing a Flat Tire . 237
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Charging System Indicator . 248
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Checking the Fuses . 254
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 247
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 248
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Manually Closing Moonroof . 251
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Overheated Engine . 245
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Emergency Brake .93
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Emergency Flashers .69
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Emergency Towing .252
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Emissions Controls .268
Engine ....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 61
Malf unction Indicator ......................................
Lamp .248
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 247
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 202
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Overheating .245
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Specif ications .262
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Speed Limiter . 169,174
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Starting .167
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Engine Speed Limiter . 169,174
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 268
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Exhaust Fumes .48
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
Index
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CONT INUED
Unexpected, Taking Care..........................................
of the .235
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 265
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Unleaded Gasoline .152
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Upholstery Cleaning .223
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 205..................................
Vanity Mirror .94
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 163
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Vehicle Dimensions .262
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 260
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) ....................................
System .181
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VSA Activation Indicator . 181
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VSA Of f Switch .182
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VSA System Indicator . 181
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Vehicle Storage .233
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VIN .260
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Viscosity, Oil .203
Three Way Catalytic
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Converter .270
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Temperature Gauge .61
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Tether Anchorage Points . 43
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 270
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Time, Setting the .141
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Tire Chains .231
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 237
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Tire Labeling .267
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Tires .226
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Air Pressure .227
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Checking Wear .228
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Compact Spare .236
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 265
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Inf lation .226
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Inspection .228
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Replacing .229
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Rotating .229
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Snow .230
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Specif ications .264
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Tools, Tire Changing . 237
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .183
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Emergency Wrecker . 252Transmission
Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .209
Checking Fluid Level, ...................................
Manual .211
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Fluid Selection . 210,211,212
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Identif ication Number . 260
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Shif ting the Automatic . 170
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Shif ting the Manual . 168
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Treadwear .265
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Trip Meter .61
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Trunk .80
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Emergency Opener .81
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Main Switch .81
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Opening the .80
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Open Monitor Light . 56
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Turn Signals .66
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WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 49
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Warranty Coverages .275
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level . 206
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Operation .65
Index
U V
W
INDEX
VII

Wheels...............
Adjusting the Steering . 70
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Alignment and Balance . 228
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Compact Spare .236
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Wrench .237
Windows ..................
Operating the Power . 89
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Rear, Def ogger .69
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning .65
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Washers .65
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .224
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Operation .65
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Worn Tires .228
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 252
Index
VIII