2006 Acura TSX VSA

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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
MOONROOF
SWITCH HEADLIGHTS/FOG LIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROL BUTTONS
MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONSCRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
LEVER REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.124) (P.70,72)(P.204)
(P.123) (P.123)
(P.119)
(P.122)
Vehicle without navigation system is shown. (P.150) (P.200)
(P.137)
HORN
HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS/
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
(P.212)
(P.120-121)
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) OFF
SWITCH (P.256)
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
FOG LIGHT
INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM INDICATOR
MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
CHARGING
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT
REMINDER
INDICATOR
SECURITY INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATORPARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
SYSTEM
MESSAGE
INDICATOR (P.64)
(P.66)
(P.69)
(P.62)
(P.67)
(P.67)(P.62)
(P.62) (P.66)(P.62)
(P.64)
(P.63)(P.63)
(P.66)
(P.66)
(P.65)
(P.65)
(P.66)
(P.64)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
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This indicator has three f unctions.Itcomesonasareminderthatyou
have turned off the vehicle
stability assist (VSA) system.
It flashes when VSA is active (see
page ). The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the indicator does not
blink or blinks rapidly, it usually
means one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see page ). Replace
the bulb as soon as possible, since
other drivers cannot see that you are
signaling.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signals blink. All
turn signals on the outside of the
vehicle should f lash.
It comes on along with the VSA
system indicator if there is a
problem with the VSA system.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA
SYSTEM’’ message in the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.
If itcomesonandstaysonatany
other time, or it does not come on
when you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, there is a
problem with the VSA system. You
will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA
SYSTEM’’ message in the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).
Take your vehicle to a dealer to have
it checked. Without VSA, your
vehicle still has normal driving ability,
but will not have VSA traction and
stability enhancement. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. For more inf ormation, see
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA ) System Indicator
VSA Activation Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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This indicator comes on when there
is a system message in the multi-
inf ormation display. Press the INFO
button on the steering wheel (see
page ) to see the message (see
page ).
Most of the time, this indicator
comes on along with other indicators
in the instrument panel such as the
seat belt reminder indicator, SRS
indicator, VSA system indicator, etc.This indicator comes on when the
security system is set. For more
inf ormation, see page .
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Security System Indicator
System Message
Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
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If the passenger’s side airbag has
automatically shut of f , you will see
‘‘PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’
in the multi-inf ormation display. See
page f or more inf ormation.If there is a problem with the vehicle
stability assist (VSA) system, you
will see ‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ in
the multi-information display. If you
see this message, have the VSA
system checked by your dealer (see
page ).If the engine oil is very low or has
lost pressure, you will see ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ in the multi-
inf ormation display. You will also see
the low oil pressure indicator in the
instrument panel f lashing or staying
on. If you see this message, you
should take immediate action since
serious engine damage is possible.
Follow the procedure on page .
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Multi-Inf ormation Display
Passenger Side A irbag Of f Check Engine Oil L evel
Check VSA Syst em
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROL BUTTONS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
HEADLIGHTS/FOG LIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT LEVER
MOONROOF
SWITCH
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
(P.200)
(P.150)
(P.124)(P.70,72) (P.204)
(P.123) (P.123)(P.119)
(P.137)
HANDSFREE LINK BUTTONS/
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS HORN
(P.120- 121) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
(P.122)
(P.212)
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) OFF
SWITCH
(P.256)
Vehicle without navigation system is shown.
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Preparing to Drive .240
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Starting the Engine .241
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Manual Transmission .242
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Recommended Shif t Points .242
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Engine Speed Limiter .243
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Reverse Lockout .243
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Automatic Transmission .244
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .244
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Shif ting .244
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Sequential SportShif t Mode .246
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Engine Speed Limiter .249
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Shif t Lock Release .249
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Parking .251
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Parking Tips .251
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Braking System .252
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Brake System Design .252
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Brake Wear Indicators .252
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) .253
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) ....................................
System .255
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VSA OFF Switch .256
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VSA and Tire Sizes .256
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Towing a Trailer .257
This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
manual and automatic transmissions.
It also includes important
information on parking your vehicle,
the braking system, the vehicle
stability assist (VSA) system, and
f acts you need if you are planning to
tow a trailer.
Driving
Driving
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on loose or
uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock. Slow down, and allow a greater
distance between vehicles under
those conditions.
It only helps with the
steering control during braking.
such as trying to take a
corner too f ast or making a sudden
lane change. Always drive at a safe
speed f or the road and weather
conditions.
Always steer moderately
when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road. The VSA indicator will come on
alongwiththeABSindicator.
Test your brakes as instructed on
page . If the brakes f eel normal,
drive slowly and have your vehicle
repaired by your dealer as soon as
possible. Avoid sudden hard braking
which could cause the rear wheels to
lock up and possibly lead to a loss of
control.
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
A vehicle with A BS may require a
longer distance to stop
A BS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the
vehicle.
A BS will not prevent a skid that
results f rom changing direction
abruptly,
A BS cannot prevent a loss of
stability.Import ant Saf et y Reminders
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