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Acura RSX 2006 User Manual

Acura RSX 2006
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2006 RSX
Owner’s Manual
(Unlinked)
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due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year. This
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© 2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. P/N 31S6M640

Table of Contents

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Acura RSX 2006 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAcura
ModelRSX 2006
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Owner's Identification

Introduction

A Few Words About Safety

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Seat Belts

Explains the vehicle's seat belt system, including indicators and beepers.

Why Wear Seat Belts

Details the effectiveness of seat belts as the primary safety device for adults and children.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Highlights key safety recommendations for safe vehicle operation.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Details features that protect occupants during a crash, including the safety cage and crush zones.

Protecting Adults and Teens

Provides instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, and teenagers.

Fasten and Position the Seat Belts

Details how to correctly fasten and position seat belts for maximum protection.

Maintain a Proper Sitting Position

Explains the importance of maintaining an upright posture for safety during driving.

Advice for Pregnant Women

Provides specific safety advice for pregnant women driving or riding in a vehicle.

Additional Safety Precautions

Lists specific safety measures and warnings related to airbags and seat belts.

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Seat Belt System Components

Details the components of the seat belt system, including tensioners and indicators.

Lap/Shoulder Belt

Explains how to fasten and position the lap/shoulder belt correctly.

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Airbag System Components

Lists the components of the airbag system, including sensors and control units.

How Your Front Airbags Work

Explains the operation of front airbags, including dual-stage and dual-threshold deployment.

How Your Side Airbags Work

Describes the function and operation of side airbags and the cutoff system.

How the SRS Indicator Works

Explains the meaning of the SRS indicator and when to have the system checked.

How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works

Details the function of the side airbag off indicator and what it signifies.

Protecting Children - General Guidelines

All Children Must Be Restrained

Emphasizes the legal requirement and safety necessity of restraining all children in vehicles.

Infants and Small Children

Stresses the importance of using approved child seats for infants and small children.

Larger Children

Explains restraint needs for larger children using seat belts and booster seats.

Protecting Children - General Guidelines

All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat

Recommends that children of all ages and sizes are safer when restrained in a back seat.

The Passenger’s Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks

Warns about the hazards of front airbags to children due to their size and inflation force.

Small Children

Details risks for small children in forward-facing seats due to airbag inflation force.

Larger Children

Explains risks for larger children who have outgrown child seats.

Protecting Children - Additional Safety Precautions

Protecting Infants and Small Children

Protecting Infants

Provides guidance on properly restraining infants in rear-facing child seats.

Rear-facing Child Seat Placement

Details the correct placement for rear-facing child seats in the back seat.

Protecting Infants and Small Children

Protecting Small Children

Offers recommendations for restraining small children in forward-facing child seats.

Child Seat Placement

Explains the hazards of placing forward-facing child seats in the front seat.

Protecting Infants and Small Children

Selecting a Child Seat

Guides the selection of child seats based on safety standards, fit, and child size.

LATCH Anchorage System

Explains the LATCH system for child seat installation and recommends LATCH-compatible seats.

Installing a Child Seat

Properly secure the child seat to the vehicle

Details the first step of securing the child seat using a seat belt or LATCH system.

Make sure the child seat is firmly secured

Explains how to verify the child seat's security by pushing and pulling it.

Secure the child in the child seat

Describes how to properly strap the child into the seat according to manufacturer instructions.

Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat with LATCH

Provides instructions for installing child seats using the LATCH system.

Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat

Details steps 4-8 for installing child seats, including tether strap routing and security checks.

Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt

Explains how to install child seats using the vehicle's seat belts and activate lockable retractors.

Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat with a Tether

Provides instructions for securing child seats using a tether anchorage point for added security.

Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat

Details final steps for securing child seats, including tether strap routing and final checks.

Protecting Larger Children

Checking Seat Belt Fit

Provides a guide to determine if a lap/shoulder belt fits a child properly.

Using a Booster Seat

Explains when and how to use booster seats for children who have outgrown child seats.

Protecting Larger Children

When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front

Discusses physical size and maturity factors that determine if a child can safely ride in front.

Protecting Larger Children

Additional Safety Precautions

Lists specific safety measures and warnings for protecting larger children.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Safety Labels

Instruments and Controls

Control Locations

Illustrates and names the locations of various vehicle controls.

Instrument Panel Overview

Describes the layout of the instrument panel, including indicators and gauges.

Gauges

Details the operation and function of the vehicle's gauges, including odometer and trip meters.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Identifies and explains controls located on or near the steering wheel.

Windshield Wipers and Washers

Explains the operation of windshield wipers, washers, and rear window defogger.

Turn Signal and Headlights

Describes how to operate turn signals, headlights, and daytime running lights.

Instrument Panel Controls

Covers adjusting instrument panel brightness and operating hazard lights and rear defogger.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Provides instructions for adjusting the steering wheel for optimal driving position and safety.

Keys, Locks, and Immobilizer

Explains the function of keys, door locks, immobilizer system, and ignition switch.

Door and Hatch Operation

Provides instructions for operating door locks, power locks, and the hatch.

Remote Transmitter

Details the operation and care of the remote transmitter.

Seat Adjustments and Features

Covers seat adjustments, seat heaters, and rear seat access/folding.

Cargo Area Cover

Provides instructions on how to remove and install the cargo area cover.

Power Windows

Explains the operation of power windows, including auto and manual modes.

Moonroof and Mirrors

Covers moonroof operation, mirror adjustments, and heated mirror functions.

Parking Brake

Explains how to apply and release the parking brake and its related indicator.

Interior Convenience Items

Details various interior convenience items like holders, sockets, compartment, and lights.

Features

Vents, Heating, and A/C

Explains the operation of the climate control system for heating, cooling, and ventilation.

Audio System Operation

Details radio, CD player, CD changer, and tape player functions and operation.

Theft Protection and Security System

Details anti-theft audio system code entry and security system functions.

Cruise Control

Covers the operation of cruise control, including setting speed, changing speed, and canceling.

Before Driving

General Precautions

Provides precautions for driving and handling the vehicle, especially regarding ground clearance and inclines.

Break-in Period and Fuel Recommendation

Details break-in procedures and recommended gasoline types for optimal performance and longevity.

Service Station Procedures

Explains refueling procedures and how to open/close the hood.

Fluid Checks and Maintenance

Provides instructions for checking engine oil, coolant, washer fluid, and transmission fluids.

Accessories and Modifications

Warns about the impact of modifications and accessories on vehicle safety and performance.

Carrying Cargo

Provides guidelines for safely storing and carrying cargo, including load limits.

Driving

Preparing to Drive

Lists daily checks and adjustments to perform before driving the vehicle.

Starting the Engine

Provides instructions for starting the engine under various conditions, including cold weather and dead batteries.

Manual Transmissions

Explains how to operate the manual transmission, including shifting and reverse lockout.

Automatic Transmission

Details the operation of the automatic transmission, including shift positions and SportShift mode.

Parking

Provides guidance on parking the vehicle safely, including parking brake use and tips.

Braking System

Explains the braking system design, pad wear indicators, and ABS operation.

Towing a Trailer

Covers load limits, towing equipment, safety chains, trailer brakes, and safe towing practices.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Details essential safety precautions and potential hazards when performing vehicle maintenance.

Maintenance Schedule

Provides schedules for normal and severe driving conditions, and explains which schedule to follow.

Fluid Locations

Illustrates the locations of various fluid reservoirs for engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, etc.

Engine Oil

Provides instructions for adding engine oil, including recommended oil types and viscosity.

Engine Coolant

Explains how to check and add engine coolant, and provides warnings about handling hot coolant.

Transmission Fluids

Covers automatic and manual transmission fluid checks and types.

Brake Fluid and Clutch Fluid

Details how to check brake fluid and clutch fluid levels and types.

Drive Belts

Explains how to inspect drive belts and their auto-tensioner indicator.

Power Steering Fluid

Provides instructions for checking and adding power steering fluid, with warnings about leaks.

Lights

Covers headlight aiming, and procedures for replacing various exterior and interior light bulbs.

Tires

Provides information on tire inflation, inspection, maintenance, rotation, and replacement.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Compact Spare Tire

Provides instructions for using the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement.

Changing a Flat Tire

Details the step-by-step procedure for safely changing a flat tire.

If the Engine Won’t Start

Guides troubleshooting for engine starting issues, including common causes and checks.

Jump Starting

Provides instructions and safety precautions for jump starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

If the Engine Overheats

Explains what to do if the engine overheats, including safety warnings and procedures.

Indicator Lights

Explains the meaning of low oil pressure, charging system, and malfunction indicator lamps.

Brake System Indicator

Describes the brake system indicator light and what to do if it illuminates.

Closing the Moonroof

Provides instructions for manually closing the moonroof if the electric motor fails.

Fuses

Explains how to check and replace fuses, including fuse box locations and replacement procedures.

Emergency Towing

Details procedures and precautions for towing the vehicle safely, including flat-bed and wheel-lift methods.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Shows locations of vehicle identification numbers like VIN, engine, and transmission numbers.

Specifications

Lists vehicle dimensions, weights, capacities, engine details, and tire specifications.

DOT Tire Quality Grading

Explains U.S. DOT grading for tire treadwear, traction, and temperature performance.

Emissions Controls

Describes the vehicle's emissions control systems: crankcase, evaporative, PGM-FI, and exhaust systems.

State Emissions Testing

Provides guidance on preparing the vehicle for state emissions testing and setting readiness codes.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Relations Information

Provides contact information for Acura Customer Relations and details on information to provide when contacting them.

Warranty Coverages

Outlines the various warranties covering the new vehicle, accessories, and replacement parts.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

Instructs owners on how to report vehicle defects to NHTSA and Acura.

Authorized Manuals

Provides information on purchasing factory-authorized service manuals for the vehicle.

Service Information Summary

Gasoline

Specifies recommended gasoline types, octane ratings, and fuel tank capacity.

Recommended Engine Oil

Details recommended engine oil types, viscosity grades, and oil change capacities.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Specifies recommended automatic transmission fluid types and capacities.

Manual Transmission Fluid

Specifies recommended manual transmission fluid types and capacities.

Power Steering Fluid

Specifies recommended power steering fluid types.

Brake Fluid

Specifies recommended brake fluid types and capacities.

Tire Pressure

Lists recommended cold tire pressures for front, rear, and spare tires.

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