Name: Acura 2010 TSX
Brand: Acura
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2010 TSX

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Service Diagnostic Recorders2
Safety Information3
Table of Contents4
Overview of Contents5
Your Vehicle at a Glance5
Interior Facilities View and Identification6
Your Vehicle at a Glance6
Driver and Passenger Safety8
Important Safety Precautions9
Your Vehicle's Safety Features10
Seat Belts11
Airbags12
Protecting Adults and Teens14
Close and Lock the Doors14
Adjust the Front Seats16
Adjust the Seat-Backs17
Adjust the Head Restraints17
Fasten and Position the Seat Belts18
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position20
Advice for Pregnant Women20
Additional Safety Precautions21
Seat Belt System Components22
Lap/Shoulder Belt23
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners24
Seat Belt Maintenance25
Airbag System Components26
Additional Information about Your Airbags26
How Your Front Airbags Work28
Dual-Stage Airbags29
Dual-Threshold Airbags30
Advanced Airbags30
How Your Side Airbags Work32
Side Airbag Cutoff System33
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work34
How the SRS Indicator Works34
How the Side Airbag off Indicator Works35
How the Passenger Airbag off Indicator Works36
Airbag Service37
Additional Safety Precautions37
Protecting Children - General Guidelines39
All Children Must be Restrained39
All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat40
Infants40
Small Children40
Larger Children40
The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks40
Protecting Children General Guidelines41
If You Must Drive with Several Children42
If a Child Requires Close Attention42
Additional Safety Precautions42
Child Seat Type44
Rear-Facing Child Seat Placement44
Protecting Infants and Small Children44
Protecting Small Children45
Child Seat Placement45
Selecting a Child Seat46
Installing a Child Seat47
Secure the Child in the Child Seat48
Installing a Child Seat with LATCH49
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt51
Installing a Child Seat with a Tether53
Protecting Larger Children54
Checking Seat Belt Fit54
Using a Booster Seat55
When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front56
Physical Size56
Maturity56
Additional Safety Precautions57
Carbon Monoxide Hazard58
Safety Labels59
Instruments and Controls (Indicators, Gauges, Multi-Information Display, Dashboard, and Steering Column)60
Control Locations61
Hood Release Handle (P61
Instrument Panel62
Instrument Panel Indicators63
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator63
Malfunction Indicator Lamp63
Low Oil Pressure Indicator63
Charging System Indicator64
Immobilizer System Indicator64
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator64
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator65
Supplemental Restraint System Indicator65
Side Airbag off Indicator65
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator66
VSA Activation Indicator66
Low Tire Pressure/Tpms Indicator67
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators67
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator68
Door/Trunk Open Indicator68
Lights on Indicator69
High Beam Indicator69
Fog Light Indicator69
Cruise Main Indicator/Cruise Control Indicator69
Low Fuel Indicator70
System Message Indicator70
Security System Indicator70
Gauges71
Fuel Gauge71
Temperature Gauge72
Multi-Information Display73
Normal Display Messages73
Odometer76
Trip Meter76
Outside Temperature77
Trip Computer77
Average Fuel A/B78
Range78
Elapsed Time78
Average Speed78
Engine Oil Life79
Tire Pressure Monitor79
Bluetoot Handsfreelink80
System Messages81
Customized Settings84
Customize Settings87
Meter Setup89
Language Selection90
Adjust Outside Temp. Display91
Trip a Reset with Refuel92
Elapsed Time Reset93
Position Setup95
Memory Position Link96
Lighting Setup97
Interior Light Dimming Time98
Headlight Auto off Timer99
Auto Light Sensitivity100
Door Setup102
Auto Door Lock103
Door Lock Mode104
Keyless Lock Acknowledgment106
Security Relock Timer107
Auto Door Unlock109
Default All111
Controls Near the Steering Wheel112
Windshield Wipers and Washers113
Turn Signals and Headlights114
High Beams114
Headlights115
Automatic Lighting off Feature116
Daytime Running Lights117
Fog Lights, Instrument Panel Brightness118
Instrument Panel Brightness119
Rear Window Defogger120
Hazard Warning Button (P120
Steering Wheel Adjustments121
Keys and Locks122
Retractable Master Key123
Immobilizer System124
Ignition Switch125
Lock (0)125
Accessory (I)125
On (II)125
Start (III)126
Door Locks127
Lockout Prevention128
Childproof Door Locks128
Remote Transmitter129
Panic Button130
Tunk Button130
Recalling a Memorized Driving Position130
Remote Transmitter Care131
Replacing the Transmitter Battery131
Trunk133
Trunk Main Switch134
Emergency Fuel Lid Release134
Emergency Trunk Opener135
Unlocking and Opening the Trunk Manually135
Seats137
Power Seat Adjustments137
Driver’s Lumbar Support138
Head Restraints138
Adjusting the Head Restraint139
Removing the Head Restraint139
Active Head Restraints140
Folding the Rear Seats141
Armrest143
Seat Heaters144
Driving Position Memory System145
Storing a Driving Position in Memory145
Selecting a Memorized Position146
Mirrors148
Adjusting the Power Mirrors148
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror149
Power Mirror Heaters149
Power Windows150
Opening the Windows and Moonroof with the Remote Transmitter152
Opening/Closing the Windows and Moonroof with the Key152
Moonroof154
Parking Brake156
Interior Convenience Items157
Beverage Holders158
Accessory Power Sockets159
Console Compartment159
Glove Box160
Sunglasses Holder161
Sun Visors162
Vanity Mirror162
Driver’s Pocket162
Center Pockets163
Coat Hook163
Interior Lights164
Ceiling Light164
Spotlights164
Courtesy Lights165
Features168
Climate Control System169
Center Display169
Rear Window169
Mirror Button169
Voice Control System170
Using Automatic Climate Control170
Temperature Control170
Dual Button171
To Turn Everything off171
Semi-Automatic Operation172
Fan Control172
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button172
Recirculation Button172
Rear Window Defogger Button173
Mode Control173
Windshield Defroster Button173
Dual Temperature Control174
Climate Control Sensors176
Audio System177
Selector Knob178
Menu Display178
Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models Without Navigation System)179
To Play the Radio180
To Select a Station180
Tune180
Skip/Scan180
Preset181
Auto Select181
Radio Data System (RDS)182
Program Service (PS) Name Display182
Radio Data System (RDS) Category183
RDS Program Search183
RDS Program SCAN184
Adjusting the Sound184
Clock Adjust185
Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)185
Audio System Lighting185
Playing the XM Radio (Models Without Navigation System)186
XM Radio Display Messages189
Playing a Disc (Models Without Navigation System)192
Text Data Display Function194
Skip196
Folder Selection196
To Select Repeat, Random or Scan Mode197
Repeat One TRK198
Random One FLD198
Random in FLD198
Random in Disc198
Scan TRK199
Scan FLD199
To Stop Playing a Disc200
Disc Player Error Messages (Models Without Navigation System)201
Playing an Ipod (Models Without Navigation System)202
Connecting an Ipod204
To Select a File from Ipod Menu206
To Select Repeat or Shuffle Mode207
Shufflt off208
Shuffle All208
Shuffle Album208
Repeat off208
To Stop Playing Your Ipod209
Disconnecting an Ipod209
Ipod Error Messages209
Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models Without Navigation System)211
To Play a USB Flash Memory Device212
Connecting a USB Flash Memory Device214
To Change or Select Files215
To Select a File from Folder and File Lists215
Repeat One FLD217
Random All217
To Stop Playing a USB Flash Memory Device218
Disconnecting a USB Flash Memory Device218
Bluetooth Audio System (Models Without Navigation System)220
To Play Bluetooth Audio Files221
To Change Sound Settings223
To Switch to HFL Mode223
To Turn off the Bluetooth Audio Mode223
Audio System (Models with Navigation System)225
Interface Dial225
Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models with Navigation System)226
Dolby PL (Prologic) II238
Playing the XM Radio (Models with Navigation System)239
Playing Discs (Models with Navigation System)247
Loading Discs in the Changer249
To Play a Disc250
To Change Tracks251
To Choose a Track251
Track Scan252
Disc Scan252
To Select Repeat or Random Mode252
Track Repeat253
Disc Repeat253
Random Play253
To Pause a Disc253
Playing a DVD-A Disc254
Playing an MP3/WMA Disc254
Changing the Folders255
Folder Scan256
Folder Repeat256
Folder Random257
Removing Discs from the Changer257
Disc Changer Error Messages (Models with Navigation System)258
Protecting Your Discs259
Additional Information on Recommended Discs260
Playing an Ipod (Models with Navigation System)262
Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with Navigation System)272
USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages (Models with Navigation System)281
Bluetooth Audio System (Models with Navigation System)282
FM/AM Radio Reception287
FM/AM Radio Frequencies287
Remote Audio Controls289
Auxiliary Input Jack290
Radio Theft Protection291
Setting the Clock292
Adjusting the Clock with MENU Button293
Security System295
Security System296
Compass Operation297
Compass Calibration297
Compass Zone Selection299
Cruise Control301
Changing the Set Speed302
Canceling Cruise Control303
Resuming the Set Speed303
Homelink Universal Transceiver304
Training Homelink304
Bluetooth Handsfreelink - HFL307
Help Features309
How to Use HFL311
Phone Setup314
To Pair a Cell Phone314
To Rename a Paired Phone315
To Delete a Paired Phone315
To Hear the Names of All Paired Phones315
To Hear Which Paired Phone Is Currently Linked316
To Change from the Currently Linked Phone to Another Paired Phone316
To Change the Pairing Code Setting316
To Make a Call Using a Phone Number317
To Make a Call Using a Name in the HFL Phonebook317
To Make a Call from an Imported Phonebook318
Receiving a Call319
Call Waiting319
Transferring a Call320
Muting a Call320
Send Numbers or Names During a Call320
Phonebook321
To Delete a Name322
To List All Names in the Phonebook322
Cellular Phonebook323
Import Cellular Phonebook323
Search Imported Phonebook323
Delete Imported Phonebook325
PIN Number325
To Change the PIN to a New Number326
To Remove a PIN326
System Setup (HFL)327
To Change Your Security Pass Code328
To Select Either Ring Tone or Prompt as Incoming Call Notification328
To Activate or Deactivate the Auto Transfer Function328
To Clear the System (HFL)329
Quick Language Selection329
HFL Limitations330
Acuralink (U.S. Models Only)331
Reading Messages332
Message Options333
Voice334
Call334
Diagnostic Info334
Message Preferences334
Deleting Messages335
Message Categories336
Feature Guide336
Maintenance Minder337
Automated Appointment337
Scheduled Dealer Appointment339
Recall/Campaigns341
Reminder Message343
Acuralink/Message Screen344
Delete Messages344
New Message Notification345
Auto Reading345
Phone-Data Connection345
Connect to the Acura Server346
Rearview Camera and Monitor347
Before Driving (Fuel, Vehicle Break-In, and Cargo Loading)348
Break-In Period349
Fuel Recommendation349
Service Station Procedure350
Refueling350
Tighten Fuel Cap Message352
Opening and Closing the Hood353
Oil Check355
Engine Coolant Check356
Fuel Economy357
Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison357
Fuel Economy Factors358
Calculating Fuel Economy359
Checking Your Fuel Economy359
Accessories and Modifications360
Carrying Cargo362
Load Limits363
Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment365
Carrying Cargo in the Trunk365
Cargo Hooks366
Cargo Net366
Driving (Engine and Transmission Operation)368
Preparing to Drive369
Starting the Engine (4-Cylinder Models)370
Starting the Engine (6-Cylinder Models)371
Check Starting System Message372
Manual Transmission373
Recommended Shift Points374
Engine Speed Limiter374
Reverse Lockout375
Shift Lever Position Indicators376
Shifting376
Automatic Transmission376
Park (P)377
Reverse (R)377
Neutral (N)377
Drive (D)377
S Position (S)378
Shift Lock Release378
Driving with the Paddle Shifters380
Using the Paddle Shifters in the D Position (D-Paddle Shift Mode)380
Using the Paddle Shifters in the S Position (Sequential Shift Mode)382
Starting in Second Gear384
Parking385
Braking System386
Brake Pad Wear Indicators386
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)387
ABS Indicator387
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)389
TPMS System Failure392
Changing a Tire with TPMS393
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ) - Electronic Stability Control (ESC)395
VSA off Switch396
VSA and Tire Sizes396
Towing a Trailer397
Total Trailer Weight397
Tongue Load397
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)398
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)398
Checking Loads398
Towing a Trailer398
Towing Equipment and Accessories399
Hitches399
Safety Chains399
Trailer Brakes399
Trailer Lights400
Additional Towing Equipment400
Pre-Tow Checklist400
Driving Safely with a Trailer401
Towing Speeds and Gears401
Making Turns and Braking402
Driving on Hills402
Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting403
Backing up403
Maintenance404
Maintenance Safety405
Engine Oil Life Display406
Maintenance Minder406
Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items411
Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display411
Important Maintenance Precautions412
Owner’s Maintenance Checks413
Fluid Locations415
Engine Compartment Covers417
Adding Engine Oil418
Recommended Engine Oil418
Synthetic Oil419
Engine Oil Additives419
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter420
Adding Engine Coolant423
Windshield Washers425
Transmission Fluid426
Automatic Transmission426
Transmission Fluid427
Brake and Clutch Fluid430
Timing Belt431
Lights432
Headlight Aiming432
Low Beam Headlight Bulb Replacement432
Replacing a Headlight Bulb432
Low Beam Headlight433
High Beam Headlights434
Replacing a Front Turn Signal/Parking and Side Marker Light Bulb437
Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Fenders)438
Replacing a Back-Up Light Bulb (in Trunk Lid)439
Side Turn Signal Lights440
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs440
Replacing the High-Mount Brake Light441
Replacing a Fog Light Bulb442
Cleaning the Seat Belts444
Floor Mats444
Dust and Pollen Filter445
Exterior Care445
Wiper Blades446
Tires449
Inflation Guidelines449
Recommended Tire Pressures450
High Speed Driving451
Tire Inspection451
Tire Service Life452
Tire Maintenance452
Tire Rotation453
Replacing Tires and Wheels453
Wheel and Tire Specifications454
Winter Driving454
Snow Tires454
Tire Chains455
Wheels455
Checking the Battery456
Vehicle Storage457
Vehicle Storage458
Taking Care of the Unexpected460
Compact Spare Tire461
Changing a Flat Tire462
If the Engine Won’t Start467
Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates very Slowly467
The Starter Operates Normally468
Jump Starting469
If the Engine Overheats472
Readiness Code475
Malfunction Indicator Lamp475
Brake System Indicator476
Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually477
Fuses478
Checking and Replacing Fuses479
Fuse Locations482
Emergency Towing485
Technical Information488
Identification Numbers489
Specifications (4-Cylinder Models)491
Specifications (6-Cylinder Models)494
DOT Tire Quality Grading497
Uniform Tire Quality Grading497
Treadwear497
Traction497
Temperature498
Tire Labeling499
Tire Size499
Tire Identification Number (TIN)500
Glossary of Tire Terminology500
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation501
Emissions Controls503
The Clean Air Act503
Evaporative Emissions Control System503
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery503
Exhaust Emissions Controls504
PGM-FI System504
Ignition Timing Control System504
Three Way Catalytic Converter504
Three Way Catalytic Converter505
Testing of Readiness Codes506
Emissions Testing506
Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. and Canada Only) (Warranty and Contact Information)508
Client Service Information509
Warranty Coverages510
Authorized Manuals (U.S. Only) (How to Order)512
Index513
Service Information Summary523

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Brand	Acura
Model	2010 TSX
Category	Automobile
Language	English