2013 Acura TSX low beam

8Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P63)
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®)
System Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
System Indicator Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
Indicator Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
Door and Trunk
Open Indicator
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
Tachometer
Low Fuel Indicator
Security System Alarm Indicator Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Gauges
(P 75)
Multi-Information Display
(P 76)
System Indicators
(P 64)
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators Gear Position Indicator
*
Charging System
Indicator
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
Lights Reminders
Multi-Information DisplaySpeedometer
Fuel Gauge
Temperature Gauge
U.S.CanadaU.S.Canada

9Quick Reference Guide
Controls
(P 87)
Turn Signals
(P105)
Turn Signal Control LeverRight
Left
Lights
(P105)
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers (P108)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring: Long Delay
: Short DelayMIST
OFF
INT : Low speed with intermittent
LO : Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
*
Not available on all models

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Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
System Message
Indicator
●
Comes on along with a beep when
a problem is detected. A system
message on the multi-information
display appears at the same time.
●
While the indicator is on, press the
(information) button to see the
message again.
●
Refer to the Indicators information in this
chapter when a system message appears
on the multi-information display. Take
the appropriate action for the message.
●
The multi-information display does not
return to the normal screen unless the
warning is canceled, or the
button is pressed.
—
Turn Signal
Indicators
●
The turn signal indicators blink
when you operate the turn signal
lever.
●
If you press the hazard warning
button, both indicators and all turn
signals blink at the same time.
●
Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A
turn signal light bulb has blown. Change
the bulb immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs
P. 252, 253
—
High Beam
Indicator
●
Comes on when the high beam
headlights are on.
●
Comes on with reduced brightness
when DRL (daytime running lights)
are on.
—
—
Lights On
Indicator
●
Comes on whenever the light
switch is on, or in AUTO when the
exterior lights are on.
●
If you remove the key from the ignition
switch while the lights are on, a chime
sounds when the driver’s door is opened.
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Controls
Turn Signals
The turn signals can be used when the ignition
switch is in ON
(w
.
Light Switches
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the position of the
ignition switch.■
High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click.
■
Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams.
■
Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
Right Turn
Left Turn
■
Manual Operation
1 Light Switches
If you remove the key from the ignition switch while
the light is on, a chime sounds when the driver’s door
is opened.
Repeatedly turning the headlights on and off reduces
the life of the HID headlight bulbs.
If you sense that the level of the headlights is
abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
High Beams
Flashing the high beams
Low Beams
Turns on parking, side marker,
tail and license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking, side
marker, tail, and license plate
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uFog Lights
Controls
Fog Lights
When the low beam headlights are on, turn
the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.
Daytime Running LightsThe high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following
conditions have been met:
• The ignition switch is in ON
(w
.
• The headlight switch is off, or in .
• The parking brake is released.
The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition
switch will turn off the daytime running lights.
The high beam headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight
switch is turned on.
1 Fog Lights
When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the
instrument panel will be on.
2 Indicators P. 64
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Maintenance
Replacing Light BulbsHeadlight BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove all the engine compartment covers.
2 Engine Compartment Covers
* P. 233
2.Remove the engine coolant reservoir.
High beam headlight:
60 W (HB3)
Low beam headlight:
55 W (H1 for halogen bulb Type)
35 W (D2S for high voltage discharge type)
■
High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk or tow a trailer, have the
aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
The HB3 and H1 types are halogen bulbs.
When replacing a bulb, handle it by its base, and
protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Engine Coolant Reservoir
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder modelsPassenger sideAll models
6-cylinder models
Engine Coolant Reservoir
* Not available on all models

uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHeadlight Bulbs
250Maintenance
High voltage can remain in the circuit for a long period of time after the light is
switched off. Do not attempt to inspect or replace the high voltage discharge type
bulbs yourself. Ask a dealer to inspect and replace low beam headlights.
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the headlight being
replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Remove the holding clips and screws, and
pull the inner fender back.
3. Rotate the cover to the left, and remove.■
Low Beam Headlights
■
Low Beam Headlights
High Voltage Discharge TypesHalogen Types
1Low Beam Headlights
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the
central pin to remove the clip.
Inner Fender
Cover
Screw
Clip

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs
Maintenance
4. Unhook the hook, and pull out the
connector.
5. Remove the old bulb and insert the new
bulb.
6. Put the connector back into the headlight
assembly.
Fog Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, and lower the under cover.
1Low Beam Headlights
Insert the clip wi th the central pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Push until the
pin is flat
Hook Bulb
Connector
Fog Light: 55 W
1
Fog Light Bulbs
NOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
The fog lights are halogen bulbs.
When replacing a bulb, handle it by its plastic case,
and protect the glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Clip
Under Cover