2010 Acura TSX transmission

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 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 comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
The pointer 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.).
You will also see a ‘‘WATER TEMP
HOT’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see 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.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in neutral
(manual) or Park (automatic), and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning lights.
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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Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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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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If this 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 you have recently ref ueled your
vehicle, the indicator coming on
could be due to a loose or missing
f uel f ill cap. Tighten the cap until it
clicks at least once. Tightening the
cap will not turn the indicator of f
immediately; it can take several days
of normal driving. To check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch 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 f ive times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle f or an emissions
test until the readiness codes are set.
Refer to
for
more information (see page ).
If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn of f as you
continue driving, have your vehicle
checked by the dealer as soon as
possible. If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, the malf unction
indicator lamp may also come on
with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ).
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 notset, the test cannot be completed.
If the battery in your vehicle has
been disconnected or gone dead,
thesecodesmaybeerased.Itcan
take several days of driving under
various conditions to set the codes
again.
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Emissions T esting
Readiness Code
Malf unction Indicator L amp
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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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If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck. Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle: If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
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).
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the f ront tires and lif t them of f
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground. Start the engine.
Release the parking brake. Shif t to D position and hold f or 5
seconds, then to N.
Turn of f the engine.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock. Shif t the transmission to neutral.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Release the parking brake.
Manual transmission:
Automatic transmission:
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
T his is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
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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.
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The engine number is stamped into
the f ront of the engine block.
The transmission number is on a
label on top of the transmission. You can see the engine number
through the window on the f ront
bulkhead cover.
6-cylinder models
Identif ication Numbers
Technical Inf ormation
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MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBERENGINE NUMBER
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER
ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
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Specif ications (4-cylinder Models)
488
Capacities
Dimensions
Capacities Air Conditioning
Seating Capacities Weights 1.64 US gal (6.2
)
1.61 US gal (6.1)
185.6 in (4,715 mm)
72.4 in (1,840 mm)
56.7 in (1,440 mm)
2.19 US gal (8.3
)
2.17 US gal (8.2)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
4.0 US qt (3.8
)
5.4 US qt (5.1
)
2.0 US qt (1.9)
2.1 US qt (2.0)
2.6 US qt (2.5)
6.9 US qt (6.5)
4.8 US qt (4.5
)
2.6 US qt (2.5)
0.196 US gal (0.74
)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Manual trans-
mission fluid
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
62.2 in (1,580 mm) 62.2 in (1,580 mm)
106.5 in (2,705 mm)
Fuel tank Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type Total
Front
Rear Gross vehicle weight rating 18.5 US gal (70
)
SP-10
15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) HFC-134a (R-134a) 3 2
5
See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb. 56.7 in (1,439 mm)
Approx.
Front
Rear
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2:Change
Manual
Automatic
Total Manual
Automatic
Change Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Models
Canada Models
: Canadian TSX
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Specif ications (6-cylinder Models)
Technical Inf ormation
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Dimensions
Capacities
Weights
Seating Capacities
Air Conditioning
Capacities 185.6 in (4,715 mm)
72.4 in (1,840 mm)
56.7 in (1,440 mm)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
106.5 in (2,705 mm)
62.24 in (1,580.8 mm)
62.27 in (1,581.6 mm) 1.74 US gal (6.6)
2.27 US gal (8.6)
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir 4.5 US qt (4.3
)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
3.5 US qt (3.3)
7.9 US qt (7.5)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 0.196 US gal (0.74
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Total
Front
Rear 5
2
3
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) SP-10
Fuel tank 18.5 US gal (70
)
Approx.
Front
Rear
1:
2:Change
Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Models
Canada Models
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The exhaust emissions controls
includethreeorfoursystems:
PGM-FI, ignition timing control,
exhaust gas recirculation (6-cylinder
models), and three way catalytic
converter. These systems work
together to control the engine’s
combustion and minimize the
amount of HC, CO, and NOx that
come out the tailpipe. The exhaust
emissions control systems are
separate f rom the crankcase and
evaporative emissions control
systems.
The PGM-FI system uses sequential
multiport f uel injection. It has three
subsystems: air intake, engine
control, and f uel control. The
powertrain control module (PCM) in
automatic transmission vehicles or
the engine control module (ECM) in
manual transmission vehicles uses
various sensors to determine howmuch air is going into the engine. It
then controls how much f uel to inject
under all operating conditions.
This system constantly adjusts the
ignition timing, reducing the amount
of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
system takes some of the exhaust
gas and routes it back into the intake
manif old. Adding exhaust gas to the
air/f uel mixture reduces the amount
of NOx produced when the f uel is
burned.
The emissions control systems are
covered by warranties separate from
the rest of your vehicle. Read your
warranty manual for more informa-
tion. The three way catalytic converter is
in the exhaust system. Through
chemical reactions, it converts HC,
CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen
(N ), and water vapor.
The emissions control systems are
designed and certif ied to work
together in reducing emissions to
levels that comply with the Clean Air
Act. To make sure the emissions
remain low, you should use only new
Acura replacement parts or their
equivalent f or repairs. Using lower
quality parts may increase the
emissions f rom your vehicle.
6-cylinder models
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Exhaust Emissions Controls
Replacement Parts
Emissions Cont rols
PGM-FI SystemIgnit ion T iming Cont rol Syst em
Exhaust Gas Recirculat ion (EGR)Syst em Three Way Catalytic ConverterTechnical Inf ormation
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AAC .210, 271
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Accessories .357
ACCESSORY ............
(Ignition Key Position) . 122
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 156
................
Active Head Restraints . 137
................
AcuraLink
(U.S. only) . 328
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 416
...........................
Advanced Airbags .27
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9, 23
..........
Airbag System Components . 23
..............
Air Conditioning System . 166
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Usage .167
.......
Air Pressure, Tires . 447,490,493
......................................
Antif reeze .420
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .62, 384
...................................
Operation .384
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 288
Anti-thef t Steering Column ............................................
Lock .122
................................
Audio System .174
Auto Door Locking/ ..........................
Unlocking .100, 106 ...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 21
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 298
..............
Automatic Transmission . 373
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Capacity, Fluid . 488, 491
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Paddle Shif ters .377
.......................................
Shif ting .373
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .373
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 374
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 375
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .287
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .61, 471
............................
Jump Starting .466
..............................
Maintenance .453
....................
Specif ications .489, 492
..............................
Bef ore Driving .345
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Belts,Seat .8,19
.........................
Beverage Holders .155
...................
Audio . 217,279
........
HandsFreeLink
. 304
..................................
Booster Seats .52 Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 384
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 346
....................
Bulb Replacement .435
...........................................
Fluid .427
.......................................
Parking .153
.................
System Indicator . 61,473
........................
Wear Indicators .383
.............................
Braking System .383
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 346
Brightness Control, ...............................
Instruments .115
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .436
..............................
Brake Lights .435
.................................
Fog Lights .439
................
Front Parking Lights . 434
.................................
Headlights .429
.........
High-mount Brake Light . 438
........................
Rear Lights .435, 436
....................
Specif ications .489, 492
............
Turn Signal Lights . 434,435
......................
Bulbs, Halogen .429, 439
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