2006 Acura RSX fuel

The f ollowing pages give more
detailed inf ormation on how to take
care of your tires and what to do
when they need to be replaced.Keeping the tires properly inf lated
provides the best combination of
handling, tread lif e, and riding
comf ort.
Underinf lated tires wear unevenly,
adversely affect handling and fuel
economy, and are more likely to
fail from being overheated.
Overinf lated tires can make your
vehicleridemoreharshly,are
more prone to damage f rom road
hazards, and wear unevenly.
To saf ely operate your vehicle, your
tires must be the proper type and
size, in good condition with adequate
tread, and correctly inf lated.
We recommend that you visually
check your tires every day. If you
think a tire might be low, check it
immediately with a tire gauge.
Use a gauge to measure the air
pressure in each tire at least once a
month. Even tires that are in good
condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf /cm ) per
month. Remember to check the
sparetireatthesametime.
Check the air pressures when the
tires are cold. This means the
vehicle has been parked f or at least 3
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6
km). Add or release air, if needed, to
match the recommended cold tire
pressures on the next page.
Inf lation Guidelines
Tires
194
Using tires that are excessively
worn or improperly inflated can
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding tire
inflation and maintenance.

If the indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may f eel no dif f erence in
your vehicle’s perf ormance, it can
reduce your f uel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
operation may cause serious damage. If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn of f as you
continue driving, have the vehicle
checked by your dealer as soon as
possible.
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics f or the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.If the battery in your vehicle has
been disconnected or gone dead,
these codes are erased. It takes at
least three days of driving under
various conditions to set the codes
again.
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition to the ON (II) position,
without starting the engine. The
malf unction indicator lamp will come
on f or 20 seconds. If it then goes of f ,
the readiness codes are set. If it
blinks five times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle for a state
emissions test until the readiness
codes are set. Ref er to
for more
inf ormation (see page ).
If you have recently ref ueled your
vehicle, the indicator could come on
because of a loose or missing f uel f ill
cap. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
FUEL CAP’’ message on the
odometer display. Tighten the cap
until it clicks at least once.
Tightening the cap will not turn the
indicator turn of f immediately; it
takes at least three days of normal
driving.
238
Readiness Codes
State
Emissions T esting
Malf unction Indicator L amp
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
217
If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your vehicle’s emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs may
not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.

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Circuits Protected
Amps.
No.
No. Circuits Protected
Amps.
Daytime Running Lights
SRS
Power Mirror
Bass Speaker
Heated Seats
Fuel Pump
Accessory Power Socket
Turn Signal
Front Wiper
Not Used
Front Passenger’s Power Window
Driver’s Power Window
Not Used
Not Used
7.5A
10A
10A
20A
20A
15A
15A
7.5A 20A
20A
20A
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11 Ignition Coil
Laf Heater
Daytime Running Lights
Rear Accessory Power Socket
ACG (IG)
Not Used
Power Window Relay
Moonroof
Radio
Rear Wiper
Gauge panel
ABS
15A
20A
10A
10A
7.5A 20A
7.5A 10A
7.5A
7.5A 1:
2:
3:
Canadian models only
U. S. models only
Type-S only1
3
1
1 2
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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INTERIOR FUSE BOX

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Specif ications
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Dimensions
Weights Air Conditioning
Capacities
Engine 172.4 in (4,380 mm)
67.9 in (1,725 mm)
54.9 in (1,394 mm)
HFC-134a (R-134a)
17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) SP-10
13.2 US gal (50
)
1.35 US gal (5.1
)
101.2 in (2,570 mm)
58.5 in (1,486 mm)
58.5 in (1,486 mm)
3.39 x 3.39 in (86.0 x 86.0 mm) 121.9 cu-in (1,998 cm
)
9.8 : 1
11.0 : 1 1.32 US gal (5.0
)
1.69 US gal (6.4
)
1.66 US gal (6.3)
4.4 US qt (4.2
)
5.0 US qt (4.7)
4.2 US qt (4.0)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
5.6 US qt (5.3)
6.1 US qt (5.8)
0.16 US gal (0.6
)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb. Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plug Water cooled 4-stroke
DOHC i-VTEC in line,
4-cylinder gasoline engine.
IZFR6K11
IFR7G-11KS
SKJ20DR-M11
SK22PR-M11S Approx.
1:
2:
3:
4:
Front
Rear
ChangeManual
Automatic
Total Manual
Automatic
Change Including filter
Without filter
Total
RSX and Premium models
Type-S
1:
2:
RSX and Premium models
Type-S
NGK
DENSO
1
21
2
1
2 1
4
2
3
2
3
2
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Dipstick..........
Automatic Transmission .179
..................................
Engine Oil .137
..........................
Directional Signals .61
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .158
.......................................
Disc Care .121
..........................
Disc Changer .99,115
............................................
Care .121
.............................
Operation .99,115
Disc Changer Error .............................
Message .101,119
.........
Disc Player Error Message .100
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .177
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking .67
.........
Power Door/Hatch Locks .67
........
DOT Tire Quality Grading .232
Downshif ting, 5-speed and 6-speed
.............
Manual Transmissions .148
.....................................
Drive Belts .182
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety .7
...........................................
Driving .145
....................................
Economy .138..............................
Economy, Fuel .138
Emergencies ............................
Jump Starting .212
.......................................
Towing .225
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers .62
............
Emergencies on the Road .203
.............
Battery, Jump Starting .212
...........
Brake System Indicator .218
................
Changing a Flat Tire .205
.....
Charging System Indicator .216
..................
Checking the Fuses .220
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .216
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .217
...
Manually Closing Moonroof .219
..................
Overheated Engine .214
......................
Emergency Flashers .62
......................
Emergency Towing .225
.......................
Emissions Controls .235
.............
Emissions Testing, State .238
Engine
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge .58
.................................
Drive Belts .182
......
Engine Speed Limiter .149,155 Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp .53,217
........
Oil Pressure Indicator .53,216
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use .174
...............................
Overheating .214
............................
Specif ications .230
.......................................
Starting .147
...................
Engine, .210
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls .235
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .45
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .17
.....................................
Fan, Interior .88
...........................................
Features .87
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank .134
Filters
...............................................
Oil .175
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning .62
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a .205
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission .179
if it won’t start
Index
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 184
................................................
Hatch .68
.................................
Opening the .68
..............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 62
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .184
.......
Daytime Running Lights . 61
..................
High Beam Indicator . 54
........................
Reminder Beeper .61 ........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 184
...................................
Turning on .61
.....................................
Heater, Seat .74
.......................
Heating and Cooling .88
.............
High Altitude, Starting at . 147
.................
High-Low Beam Switch . 61
..............
High-mount Brake Light . 189
.......................
Hood, Opening the .135
..................................................
Horn .59
...........................
Hydraulic Clutch .181
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 228
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .64
...........................................
Switch .66
............
Timing Control System . 236
........................
Immobilizer System .65
.........
Important Safety Precautions . 8
Indicators .......
ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 53,159
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .53, 218
................
Charging System . 53,216
.............................
Cruise Control .54
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 138.........................................
Gasoline .133
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator . 55
...........................................
Gauge .58
................
Octane Requirement . 133
........................
Tank, Filling the .134
................
Gas Station Procedures . 134
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 58
...............................................
Fuel .58
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 151
5-speed and 6-speed Manual
.......................
Transmissions .148
........................................
Glove Box .84
Fluids
..........................................
Brake .181
.........................................
Clutch .182
..............
Manual Transmission . 181
..........................
Power Steering .183
..................
Windshield Washer . 179
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .123
...........................
Folding Rear Seat .73
..........................
Four-way Flashers .62
............................
Front Airbags .11, 22
Front Seat ......................................
Adjusting .71
.........................................
Heaters .74
...................................
Airbags .11, 22
.................................................
Fuel .133
......................
Fill Door and Cap .134
...........................................
Gauge .58
................
Octane Requirement . 133
........................
Reserve Indicator .54
........................
Tank, Filling the .134
.....................
Fuses, Checking the .220
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Keys .64
.................
Jacking up the Vehicle .206
.......................................
Jack, Tire .206
................................
Jump Starting .212
..................................
Maintenance .165
...
Owner Maintenance Checks .168
........................................
Record .171
......................
Required Indicator .55
..........................................
Saf ety .166
.............................
Schedule .167-170
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .53,217
...................
Manual Transmission .148
................................
Shif ting the .148
...............................
Meters, Gauges .57
..........................
Mirrors, Adjusting .79
...............
Modif ying Your Vehicle .139
....................................
Door-open .54
DRL (Daytime Running ..................................
Lights) .55
...................................
High Beam .54
........
Key (Immobilizer System) .54
......................................
Low Fuel .55
................
Low Oil Pressure .53,216
...........................
Side Airbag Of f .52
...............................................
SRS .52
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .54
..............................
Washer Level .55
.........
Indicators, Instrument Panel .52
...............................
Inf ant Restraint .32
Inf ant Seats .........................................
LATCH .36
...........................
Lower Anchors .36
..........
Tether Anchorage Points .40
...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire .195
...................................
Inside Mirror .79
.............................
Inspection, Tire .196
............................
Instrument Panel .51
........
Instrument Panel Brightness .62
..........
Instrument Panel Indicators .52
.................................
Interior Lights .86
........................................
Introduction .i.......................
Label, Certif ication .228
.................
Lane Change, Signaling .61
..................
Lap/Shoulder Belts .15,19
...........
LATCH Anchorage System .36
Lights
....................
Bulb Replacement .184
.....................................
Load Limit .142
......
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .66
Locks
.......
Anti-thef t Steering Column .66
............................
Fuel Fill Door .134
....................................
Glove Box .84
............................................
Hatch .68
..............
Power Door and Hatch .67 ........................
Low Coolant Level .137
.........................
Low Fuel Indicator .55
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .53,216
.................................
Lower Anchor .36
...
Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a .148
Lubricant Specif ications
..................................
Chart .230,231
..............
Luggage, .141
.....
Luggage Cover (Cargo Cover) .75
Storing (Cargo)
Index
J
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INDEX
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Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:Power Steering Fluid:
Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Recommended Engine Oil: Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Manual Transmission Fluid:
13.2 US gal (50
)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of
87or higher.
Premium unleaded gasoline,
pump octane number of 91or
higher. Acura Precision Crafted Power
Steering Fluid preferred, or
another brand of power steering
fluid as a temporary replacement.
Do not use ATF (see page ).
Acura Precision Crafted Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT
3preferred,
oraDOT3orDOT4brakefluidas
a temporary replacement (see
page ).
31 psi ( 220kPa , 2.2kgf/cm
)
Rear: 31
psi ( 220kPa , 2.2kgf/cm
)
Front:
API Premium grade detergent oil.
SAE5W-20
SAE 5W-30
Oil change capacity (including
filter): 4.4 US qt ( 4.2
)
5.0 US qt ( 4.7
) Acura Precision Crafted ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid)
preferred, or a DEXRON
III ATF
as a temporary replacement (see
page ).
Acura Precision Crafted Manual
Transmission Fluid preferred, or
an SAE 10W-30 or10W-40 motor
oil as a temporary replacement
(see page ).
Capacity (including differential):
1.6 US qt ( 1.5
)
(All except Type S)
(Type S) (All except Type-S)
(Type-S)
Except Type-S:
Type-S: 181183
179
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