2011 Acura TSX key

Before Driving
182Driving
Driving PreparationCheck the following items before you start driving.
Exterior ChecksMake sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior t
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
Remove any frost, snow, or ice. Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field
of vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened. When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the
wheel or wheel components.
Make sure the hood is securely closed. t If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
Make sure the tires are in good condition. t Check air pressures, check for damage and excessive wear.
Checking and Maintaining Tires

P. 2 5 9
Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle. t
There are blind spots from the inside.

Exterior Checks NOTICE When doors are frozen shut, use warm water
around the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try
to force them open, as this can damage the rubber
trim around the doors. When done, wipe dry to
avoid further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert key if the water freezes
in the hole.

192Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
3. Turn the ignition switch to START III

without depressing the accelerator pedal.
Starting the Engine
Do not hold the key in START
III
for more than 15
seconds.
If the engine does not start right away, wait for at
tleast 10 seconds before trying again.
If the engine starts, but then immediately stops, twait at least 10 seconds before repeating step 3
while gently depressing the accelerator pedal.
Release the accelerator pedal once the engine
starts.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is
used, the engine's fuel system is disabled
Immobilizer System


P. 9 8
Starting to Drive
Automatic transmission models 1. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check
that the brake system indicator has gone off.
Parking Brake

P. 2 1 0
2. Put the shift lever in D
. Select R
when reversing.
3. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to
pull away.

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Driving
When Driving
Shifting
Change the shift position in accordance with your driving need.
Shift lever positions
Shifting
You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK
0 and
remove the key unless the shift lever is in
P.
The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in
N
while the engine is cold.
Depress the brake pedal firmly and, when necessary,
apply the parking brake.
Auomatic transmission models Shifting
Park
Used when parking or starting the
engine
Reverse
Used when backing up
Neutral
Used when idling
Drive
Used for:
Normal driving (gears change t
between 1st and 5th automatically)
Temporarily driving in the sequential t
mode
Drive (S)
Used for:
Automatically changing gears t
between 1st and 4th (4th gear is
used only at high speed)
Driving in the sequential mode t
P
R
N
D
S

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Remote Transmitter Care
Maintenance
Replacing the Battery NOTICE An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the
environment. Always confirm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
Replacing the BatteryIf the indicator does not come on when the button is pushed, replace the battery.
Battery type: CR1616
1. Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips-
head screwdriver. Push a button to pry
open the transmitter.2. Open the keypad.
Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver
with a cloth to prevent scratching the
transmitter.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
Keypad
Screw
Battery

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Shift Lever Does Not Move
Handling the Unexpected
Automatic transmission models Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of P
position.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver and remove the cover of
the shift lock release slot.
Put the tip of the flat-tip screwdriver
into the slot and remove it as shown in
the image.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release
slot.
5. While pushing on the key, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift
lever into N
.
The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
Releasing the Lock
Cover
Slot
Release Button
Shift Lock Release Slot

Fuses
Fuse Locations
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Handling the Unexpected
Driver Side Fuse Box
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse Locations
Fuse locations are shown on the label on the side
panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and
label number.
Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected Amps
1− −
2 Seat Memory (7.5 A)
3 Washer 15 A
4 Wiper 10 A
5 Meter 7.5 A
6 ABS/ VSA 7.5 A
7ACG 15 A
8STS
*1
(7.5 A)
Star ter DIAG
*2
9 Fuel Pump 20 A
10 VB SOL* (10 A)
11 SRS 10 A
12 O D S 7. 5 A
Circuit Protected Amps
13−
*1
(7.5 A)
STS
*2
14 − −
15 Daytime Running Lights 7.5 A
16 A /C 7.5 A
17 Accessory, Key, Lock 7.5 A
18 Acces s or y 7.5 A
19 Driver's Power Seat Sliding (20 A)
20 Moonroof (20 A)
21 Driver's Power Seat Reclining (20 A)
22Rear Driver's Side Power
Window20 A
23Front Accessory Power
Socket20 A
24 Driver's Power Window 20 A
Circuit Protected Amps
25 Driver's Side Door Lock 15 A
26 Left Front Fog Light (10 A)
27Left Side Small Lights
(Exterior)10 A
28 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
29 TPMS 10 A
30 Left Headlight Low Beam 15 A
31 − −
32 Engine Oil Level
*
(7.5 A)
*1: 4-cylinder models
*2: 6 -cylinder models
* Not available on all modelsFuse Label

When You Cannot Open the Trunk
300Handling the Unexpected
What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk
If you cannot open the trunk, use the following procedure.
1. Remove the rear outer head restraint on
the rear left side, and open the tether
anchor point cover.
2. Insert the key into the cylinder and turn
the key to the right.
What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have
the vehicle checked.
Tether Anchor Point Cover

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Index
C to D
Index
Parking Brake
..............................................................
210
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)
......
10 9
Bulb Replacement
.....................................................
247
Back-Up Lights
..........................................................
254
Brake, Taillight, Rear Turn Light and
Rear Side Marker Lights
......................................
253
Fog Lights
......................................................................
251
Front Turn/Parking/Side Marker Lights
.........
252
Headlights
.....................................................................
247
High-Mount Brake Light
......................................
256
License Plate
................................................................
255
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights
.............................................................................
253
Bulb Specifications
.........................................
302,304
CCarbon Monoxide Hazard
.....................................
60
Cargo Hooks
..................................................................
13 0
Carrying Cargo
...................................................
183,185
Certification Label
...................................................
306
CD Player
..........................................................................
147
Changing Bulbs
............................................................
247
Charging System Indicator
..........................
65,290
Child Proof Door Locks
............................................
94
Child Safety
......................................................................
48
Emergency Trunk Opener
......................................
97
Child Seat
...........................................................................
48
Booster Seats
................................................................
59
Child Proof Door Locks
............................................
94
Child Seat for Infants
................................................
50Child Seat for Small Children
................................
51
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt
........................................................................
55
Larger Children
............................................................
58
Rear Facing Child Seat
.............................................
50
Selecting a Child Seat
..............................................
52
Using Tether
...................................................................
57
Cleaning the Exterior
..............................................
273
Cleaning the Interior
...............................................
271
Client Service Information
..................................
314
Climate Control System
.........................................
133
Changing the Mode
................................................
133
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ..13 4
Dust and Pollen Filter
..............................................
270
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode
............................
133
Sensors
............................................................................
13 6
Synchronized Mode
.................................................
135
Using Automatic Climate Control
...................
133
Clock
......................................................................................
88
Clutch Fluid
.....................................................................
245
Coat Hooks
......................................................................
13 0
Compact Spare Tire
..............................
277,303,305
Compass
............................................................................
17 9
Console Compartment
...........................................
127
Controls
...............................................................................
87
Coolant (Engine)
........................................................
240
Adding to the Radiator
..........................................
241
Adding to the Reserve Tank
..............................
240
Overheating
................................................................
288
Temperature Gauge
..................................................
75
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)
.............
19 4
Cruise Control
...............................................................
201
Indicator
............................................................................
71
Cup Holder
......................................................................
128
Customized Features
.................................................
80
DDaytime Running Lights
.......................................
107
Dead Battery
................................................................
284
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows
........................................................................
13 4
Detachable Shelf
........................................................
126
Dimming
Headlights
.....................................................................
105
Rear View Mirror
.......................................................
114
Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................................
235
Directional Signals (Turn Signals)
..................
105
Door Mirrors
..................................................................
114
Doors
.....................................................................................
89
Auto Door Lock
...........................................................
94
Auto Door Unlock
......................................................
94
Door and Trunk Open Indicator
..................
25,68
Keys
....................................................................................
89
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from Inside
....
93
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
Outside
............................................................................
91
Lockout Prevention System
...................................
92
DOT Tire Quality Grading
....................................
262
Driving
................................................................................
181
Automatic Transmission
........................................
19 4
Braking
............................................................................
210