2006 Acura TSX mileage

The multi-inf ormation display
consists of two segments: an upper
segment and a lower segment.
In normal display mode, the upper
segment displays trip computer. The
lower segment displays the
odometer, Trip A/B, outside
temperature, and engine oil lif e and
maintenance message.The primary display always shows its
def ault setting, ‘‘INST. MPG’’ (U.S.
models) or ‘‘INST. L/100 km’’
(Canadian models) even if you press
the INFO button. It only changes the
secondary display. You can
customize this setting to your liking
(see page ).
Messages in the trip computer
include:
The upper segment is divided into
two displays; primary and secondary.
After you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, press the INFO
button on the steering wheel or the
INFO knob in the instrument panel.
What you last selected appears on
the secondary display of the trip
computer. Pressing the INFO
button/knob repeatedly changes the
display as shown in the example on
the next page. INST.MPG(U.S.models)/
INST.L/100 km (Canadian
models): Your vehicle’s current
f uel mileage.
AVG. FUEL A/AVG. FUEL B:
Your vehicle’s average fuel
economy since you last reset the
Trip A or Trip B. When you select
Trip B in the lower segment by
pressing the SEL/RESET button
on the steering wheel or select/
reset knob in the instrument panel,
the AVG. FUEL B appears in the
secondary display.101
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INFO KNOB
INFO BUTTON
SECONDARY DISPLAY
LOWER SEGMENT
PRIMARY DISPLAY
UPPER SEGMENT
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Always drive in the highest gear
possible.
Try to maintain a constant speed.
Everytimeyouslowdownand
speed up, your vehicle uses extra
f uel. Use cruise control when
appropriate.
Combine several short trips into
one.
The air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air
ventilation when possible.
Always maintain your vehicle
according to the maintenance
messages given by the multi-
inf ormation display. See
on page
.
an underinf lated tire
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’
which uses more f uel.
The build-up of snow or mud on
your vehicle’s underside adds
weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your f uel
mileage and reduces the chance of
corrosion.
Drive moderately. Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering,
and hard braking use more f uel. 273
For example,
Improving Fuel Economy
Owner’s
Maintenance Checks
Fuel Economy
Bef ore Driving
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If you do not complete the reset
procedure within 30 seconds af ter
selecting the reset mode, the mode
will be canceled automatically.
If you have the required service
perf ormed but do not reset the
display, or reset the display without
perf orming the service, the system
will not show the proper
maintenance intervals. This can lead
to serious mechanical problems
because you will no longer have an
accurate record of when
maintenance is needed.To cancel resetting the oil life,
presstheINFObuttononthe
steering wheel to select
‘‘CANCEL’’ on the display, and
press the SEL/RESET button.
Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as previously described.
If the indicated maintenance service
is not done and the remaining engine
oil lif e reaches 0 %, the multi-
inf ormation display will show the
message ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’
and the maintenance item code(s).
This message is displayed when the
total mileage after the engine oil life
became 0 % is less than 10 miles (f or
U.S. models)/10 km (f or Canadian
models). To cancel the message, press the
INFO button on the steering wheel.
Toseethemessageagain,waitfor
an interval for more than 5 seconds,
and then press the INFO button.
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Also, the percentage ‘‘0 %’’ keeps
blinking on the display.
To cancel the engine oil lif e display,
press the SEL/RESET button to
return to the previous display.If the indicated required service is
not done and the remaining engine
oil lif e becomes 0 %, the multi-
inf ormation display will show a
‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ message,
thetotalmileageaftertheremaining
oillifebecame0%,andthe
maintenance item code(s).
This particular message is displayed
whenthemileageaftertheengineoil
lif e became 0 % is less than 10 miles
(f or U.S. models)/10 km (f or
Canadian models).
After the message in the multi-
inf ormation display is canceled by
pressing the INFO button, the
engine oil lif e display will appear in
the lower segment. You will see a
‘‘SERVICE’’ message along with the
percentage ‘‘0%’’ and the
maintenance item code(s) displayed.
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After the message in the multi-
inf ormation display is canceled by
pressing the INFO button, the
engine oil lif e display will appear in
the lower segment. You will see a
‘‘SERVICE’’ message along with the
maintenance item code(s), and the
total negative mileage af ter the oil
lif e becomes 0 % is displayed.
Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as previously described. This message is displayed when you
drive over 10 miles (f or U.S. models)
or 10 km (f or Canadian models)
after seeing the 0 % message.
The maximum total mileage shown
with this message is ‘‘9999 mile’’ (f or
U.S. models) or ‘‘9999 km’’ (f or
Canadian models).
Also, the total negative mileage
keeps blinking on the display.
To cancel the message, press the
INFO button on the steering wheel.
To see the message again, wait f or
an interval of more than 5 seconds,
and then press the INFO button. This particular message is displayed
when you drive over 10 miles (f or
U.S. models) or 10 km (f or Canadian
models) af ter seeing the 0 %
message.
The maximum total negative mileage
is ‘‘ 9999 mile’’ (f or U.S. models) or
‘‘ 9999 km’’ (f or Canadian models).
To cancel the engine oil lif e display,
press the SEL/RESET button to
return to the previous display.
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U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed at the recommended time
or mileage period to ensure long-
term reliability.
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed. Engine oil level Check every
time you f ill the f uel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See pages
.
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
Your authorized dealer knows your
vehicle best and can provide
competent, ef f icient service.
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Keep all receipts
as proof of completion, and have the
person who does the work f ill out the
maintenance record. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend the use of Acura
parts and f luids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high-
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their perf ormance and durability. 232
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Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards.
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Important Maintenance
Precautions
Maintenance Schedule
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Maintenance Record
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You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s)
completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your
vehicle.
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