2006 Acura TSX coolant temperature

This shows how much f uel you
have. It may show slightly more
or less than the actual amount.
The needle returns to the
bottom after you turn off the
ignition.
This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
operation, the pointer should rise to
about the middle of the gauge. In
severe driving conditions, such as
very hot weather or a long period of
uphill driving, the pointer may rise to
the upper zone. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull saf ely to the side of
the road. See page f or
instructions and precautions on
checking the engine’s cooling
system.
321
Gauges
Temperature Gauge Fuel Gauge
68
TACHOMETER
SPEEDOMETER
FUEL GAUGE
TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
U.S. Model is shown. INFO KNOB
SELECT/RESET KNOB
Avoid driving with an extremely low
f uel level. Running out of f uel could
cause the engine to misf ire, damaging
the catalytic converter.
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: Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and line (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission fluid Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle
speeds or trailer towing results in higher
transmission and transfer temperatures. This
requires transmission and transfer fluid changes
more frequently than recommended by the
maintenance minder. If you regularly drive your
vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
and transfer fluid changed at 60,000 miles (100,000
km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). (For A/T
only.)
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
A
B
Symbol
Symbol
1
2
3
4
5
1
1
If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12 months
after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the center
column on page .
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. Independent of the maintenance messages in the multi-information
display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
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If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (seeon page ).
If your vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indicationmaybethetemperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming f rom under the hood. The reading of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in neutral
(M/T) or Park (A/T), and set the
parking brake. Turn of f all
accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning indicators.If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge reading comes down to the
midpoint, then continue driving.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
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2. 3.
4.
5.
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Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
321
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
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Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
If you do not f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the reading
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge or lower
bef ore checking the radiator.
Start the engine, and set the
temperature to maximum heat
(climate control to AUTO at
‘‘ ’’). Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
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8.
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11.
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Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
322
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Capacities Chart .338
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .56
...............................
Carrying Cargo .23
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
.........................................
CD Care .194
...................................
CD Changer .185
.......................
CD Error Message .193
...............................
Center Pocket .155
........................
Certif ication Label .336
............................................
Chains .308
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .313
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .280
......................................
When to .266
...
Charging System Indicator . 62,324
.......................................
Message .83
........
Check ABS System Message . 82
....
Check Airbag System Message . 82
.....
Check Brake System Message . 83
Check Charging System .......................................
Message .83
.......
Check DRL System Message . 84
Check Emission System .......................................
Message .83 Check Engine Oil Level
.......................................
Message .81
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 240
......
Check Transmission Message . 82
........
Check VSA System Message . 81
.....................................
Child Saf ety .37
..............................
Booster Seats .53
...................................
Child Seats .45
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 37
..........................................
Inf ants .42
..........................
Larger Children .52
.........................................
LATCH .47
.........................
Risk with Airbag .38
.............................
Small Children .43
.........................................
Tethers .50
......
Where Should a Child Sit . 38
................
Childproof Door Locks . 129
.......................................
Child Seats .37
...........
Lower Anchorage Points . 47
..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 50
..............
Climate Control Sensors . 169
.........................
Clock, Setting the .202
...................................
Clutch Fluid .289
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 241
......................
Compact Spare Tire .312
.................
Console Compartment . 157.................
Consumer Inf ormation . 350
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 59
Coolant ........................................
Adding .283
....................................
Checking .232
.........................
Proper Solution .233
...................
Temperature Gauge . 68
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .344
................
Cruise Control Message . 84
............
Cruise Control Operation . 204
............
Cruise Main Indicator . 66,204
...................................
Cup Holders .156
.............
Customer Service Of f ice . 350
.......................
Customized Settings .85
...............
Door · Window Setup . 109
...........................
Lighting Setup .105
.................................
Meter Setup .92
...........................
Position Setup .103
........................
Setting to Default .89
...............................
Wiper Setup .116
Index
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DANGER, Explanation of .ii
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Dashboard .4,60
..............
Daytime Running Lights .121
........................................
Def ault All .89
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .352
..............
Def ogger, Rear Window .123
....................................
Dimensions .338
.............
Dimming the Headlights .120
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission .285
..................................
Engine Oil .232
........................
Directional Signals .120
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .252
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .281
Doors ............
Locking and Unlocking .128
..................
Lockout Prevention .129
...................
And Trunk Open .13,78
......................
Power Door Lock .128
.......................
Door Lock Mode .110
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading .341
Downshif ting,6-speed Manual
.............................
Transmission .242
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety .7 ..........................................
Driver ID .85
...........................................
Driving .239
....................................
Economy .233
Driving Position ........................
Memory System .142
..........
Dual Temperature Control .167
..................
Dust and Pollen Filter .300
..............................
Economy, Fuel .233
...........
Elap. Time Reset Condition .99
............
Emergencies on the Road .311
.............
Battery, Jump Starting .319
...........
Brake System Indicator .326
................
Changing a Flat Tire .313
.....
Charging System Indicator .324
..................
Checking the Fuses .330
.......
Hazard Warning Flashers .123
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .323
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .324
...
Manually Closing Moonroof .326
..................
Overheated Engine .321
.......................................
Towing .328
.........................
Emergency Brake .151
....................
Emergency Flashers .123......................
Emergency Towing .328
..........
Emergency Trank Opener .136
.......................
Emissions Controls .344
.............
Emissions Testing, State .347
Engine
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge .68
.........................
If It Won’t Start .317
Malf unction Indicator ......................................
Lamp .324
.........................
Oil Lif e Display .266
..............
Oil Pressure Indicator .323
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use .278
...............................
Overheating .321
............................
Specif ications .339
....................
Speed Limiter .243,249
.......................................
Starting .241
Engine Speed Limiter .............................................
A/T .243
............................................
M/T .249
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline .228
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls .344
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .56
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .19
Index
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Fan, Interior .164
.............
Fasten Seat Belt Message . 78
.........................................
Features .159
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 229
Filter .........................
Dust and Pollen .300
...............................................
Oil .280
...........
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 123
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 313
.....................................
Floor Mats .299
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 285
..........................................
Brake .288
.........................................
Clutch .289
..............
Manual Transmission . 287
..........................
Power Steering .289
..................
Windshield Washer . 282
.....................................
Fog Lights .121
.........................
Folding Rear Seat .140
........................
Four-way Flashers .123
..................................
Front Airbags .28
.......................
Front Wiper Action .116
.................................................
Fuel .228
...............................
Cap Message .79 ......................
Fill Door and Cap .229
...........................................
Gauge .68
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .66
..............................
Low Message .80
................
Octane Requirement . 228
........................
Tank, Filling the .229
........................
Tighten Fuel Cap .80
.....................
Fuses, Checking the .330
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 233
.........................................
Gasoline .228
...........................................
Gauge .68
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .66
................
Octane Requirement . 228
........................
Tank, Filling the .229
................
Gas Station Procedures . 229
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 68
...............................................
Fuel .68
...............................
Speedometer .68
.................................
Tachometer .68
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) .258 Gearshif t Lever Positions
..........
Automatic Transmission . 244
..............
Manual Transmission . 242
......................................
Glove Box .158
.............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 291
........................
Hands Free Link .211
............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 123
.....................................
Headlights .120
........................................
Aiming .291
............
Automatic Lighting Off . 121
.........................
Auto Of f Timer .107
.........
Daytime Running Lights . 121
..................
High Beam Indicator . 66
..........
Low Beams, Turning on . 120
.......................
Reminder Chime .120
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 291
.................................
Turning on .120
............................
Head Restraints .139
...............................
Heated Mirror .146
...................................
Heated Seat .137
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High Altitude, Starting at . 241
HomeLink Universal ................................
Transceiver .207
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .127
Locks
.....
Anti-thef t Steering Column .127
........................
Childproof Door .129
............................
Fuel Fill Door .229
..................................
Glove Box .158
..................
Lockout Prevention .129
...............................
Power Door .128
.........................................
Trunk .135
........................
Low Coolant Level .232
.........................
Low Fuel Indicator .66
...
Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a .242
...........
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .62
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart .338
..........................
Luggage, Storing .236
..................................
Maintenance .263
...
Owner Maintenance Checks .273
................................
Main Items .274
........................................
Minder .266
........................................
Record .275
..........................................
Saf ety .264
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .62,324
...................
Manual Transmission .342 ........
Manual Transmission Fluid .287
...........
Memory, Driving Position .142
.................
Memory Position Link .103
..........................
Messages, System .76
...............................
Meters, Gauges .68
........................
Mirrors, Adjusting .146
.................................
Modif ications .235
.......................................
Moonroof .150
......................
Closing Manually .327
...................................
Operation .150
.............
Multi-Inf ormation Display . 69
...................
Neutral Gear Position . 245
..................
New Vehicle Break-in . 228
.....................
Normal Shif t Speeds .243
...................
NOTICE, Explanation of . i
...............
Numbers, Identif ication . 336............
Panel Brightness Control . 122
........................
Park Gear Position .245
...............................
Parking Brake .151
Parking Brake and Brake System ...................................
Indicator .63
.......................................
Message .83
...............................
Parking Lights .120
..
Parking Over Things that Burn . 346
..................................
Parking Tips .251
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 228
.........................................
Odometer .68
Oil ........................
Change, How to .280 ......................
Change, When to .266
......................
Checking Engine .232
..............
Pressure Indicator . 62,323
......................
Pressure Message .81
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .279
.........
ON (Ignition Key Position) . 127
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .344
............................
Outside Mirrors .146
.....................
Outside Temperature .73
....................
Overheating, Engine .321
.......
Owner Maintenance Checks . 273
Index
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