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To change a high beam headlight
bulb, remove the electrical
connector from the bulb by
pushing on the tab and pulling the
connector down.

Remove the bulb by turning it one-
quarter turn counterclockwise.

Insert the new bulb into the hole
and turn it one-quarter turn clock-
wise to lock it in place.

Push the electrical connector back
onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way.

Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.

Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.

Lights

Replacing a Front Turn Signal
Bulb

Replacing a High Beam Headlight
Bulb

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Summary of Contents for 2005 RSX

Page 1: ...tures Before Driving 119 What gasoline to use how to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 133 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park pl...

Page 2: ...r Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever Owner s Identification POUR CLIENTS CAN...

Page 3: ...questions and concerns Several warranties protect your new vehicle Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities As you read t...

Page 4: ...this important safety information in a variety of forms including on the vehicle preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words or These signal words mean such as Important Safety Rem...

Page 5: ...CH LOCK SWITCH POWER WINDOW SWITCHES HEATING COOLING CONTROLS AUDIO SYSTEM SHIFT LEVER FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 67 INDICATORS GAUGES MIRROR CONTROLS P 122 P 123 P 136 139 P 92 P 88...

Page 6: ...Your Vehicle at a Glance Your Vehicle at a Glance 5 TILT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER CRUISE CONTROL MOONROOF HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS HAZARD W...

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Page 8: ...s 22 Airbag System Components 22 How Your Front Airbags Work 23 How Your Side Airbags Work 25 How the SRS Indicator Works 26 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 27 Airbag Service 27 Additional Saf...

Page 9: ...ers always wear your seat belts and wear them properly see page Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat not the front seat Infants and small children should be restrai...

Page 10: ...ge around the passenger compartment front and rear crush zones a collapsible steering column and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a crash CONTINUED Your Vehicle s Safety Features Driver...

Page 11: ...and smaller children must be properly restrained in child seats Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash even though your vehicle has airbags In add...

Page 12: ...sk of serious injury Always wear your seat belt and make sure you wear it properly Your vehicle has a Supplemental Restraint System SRS with front airbags to help protect the heads and chests of the d...

Page 13: ...e steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle A front passenger should move their seat as far back from the dashboard as possible The rest of this section gives more detailed...

Page 14: ...ent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop Your vehicle has a door monitor indicator on the instrument panel to indicate when a specific door is not tightly closed Lockin...

Page 15: ...ock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position See page for how to adjust the front seats Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright position leaving ample space between your...

Page 16: ...ies in a crash See page for how to adjust the seat backs Reclining a seat back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant s chest reduces the protective capability of t...

Page 17: ...ted their seats and put on seat belts it is very important that they continue to sit upright well back in their seats with their feet on the floor until the vehicle is parked and the engine is off Sit...

Page 18: ...nant the best way to protect yourself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips In ad...

Page 19: ...opelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder pa...

Page 20: ...seat belts in all positions except the driver s have an additional locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat see page If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out t...

Page 21: ...in place The tensioners are designed to activate primarily in frontal collisions and they should activate in any collision severe enough to cause front airbag inflation When the tensioners are activat...

Page 22: ...ed by your dealer A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash For information on how to clean your seat belts see page The dealer should...

Page 23: ...electrical system is disconnected in a crash An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you that the passenger s side airbag has been turned off see page Sensors that can detect whether a child...

Page 24: ...en if the severity of a collision is at the margin or threshold that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy In such cases the seat belt will provide sufficient protection and the supplement...

Page 25: ...ill ignite simultaneously to provide the quickest and greatest protection In a crash one stage will ignite first then the second stage will ignite a split second later This provides longer airbag infl...

Page 26: ...in their seats To reduce the risk of injury from an inflating side airbag your vehicle has an automatic cutoff system for the passenger s side airbag Although Acura does not encourage children to ride...

Page 27: ...flashes on and off while you drive If the Side Airbag Off Indicator comes on see page have the passenger sit upright Once the passenger is out of the airbag s deployment path the system will turn the...

Page 28: ...properly replacing or covering front seat back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a side impact This indicator alerts you that the passenger s side airbag has been automaticall...

Page 29: ...he number of child deaths and injuries every U S state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle see pages see pages 44 41 32 33 prope...

Page 30: ...the passenger s front airbag is quite large and it can inflate with enough force to cause very serious injuries If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill o...

Page 31: ...If you ever have to carry a group of children and a child must ride in front Place the largest child in the front seat provided the child is large enough to wear the lap shoulder belt properly see pa...

Page 32: ...illegal in most states and Canadian provinces and can be very hazardous For example infants and small children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke A child left alone with the key in...

Page 33: ...d during a frontal collision A rear facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the back seat but not in the front If the passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the ch...

Page 34: ...the front If it is necessary to put a forward facing child seat in the front move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible be sure the child seat is firmly secured to the vehicle and the child...

Page 35: ...ng positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH a LATCH compatible child seat can be installed using a seat belt Whatever type of seat you choose to provide proper protection a child seat should mee...

Page 36: ...side movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat s effectiveness If the child seat is not secure try installing it in a different seating position or use a different style of child...

Page 37: ...nchors Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors Place the child seat on the vehicle seat then attach the seat to th...

Page 38: ...e fit Route the tether strap over the top of the seat back making sure the strap is not twisted Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchor then tighten the strap as instructed by the child seat...

Page 39: ...owly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops then let the belt feed back into the retractor After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be able...

Page 40: ...sing one of the anchorage points Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is firmly secured during normal driving maneuvers If the child seat is not secure unlatch...

Page 41: ...age point After properly securing the child seat see page route the tether strap over the seat back Attach the tether strap hook to the anchor making sure the strap is not twisted Tighten the strap ac...

Page 42: ...lap shoulder belt The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed and important precautions for a child who must sit in fro...

Page 43: ...ter seat until they reach a given age or weight e g 6 years or 60 lbs Be sure to check current laws in the state or states where you intend to drive Booster seats can be high back or low back Whicheve...

Page 44: ...ough for the lap shoulder belt to properly fit see page If the seat belt does not fit properly with or without the child sitting on a booster seat the child should not sit in front To safely ride in f...

Page 45: ...vices intended to improve a child s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash Protecting Larger Child...

Page 46: ...open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running even in an unconfined area adjust the heating and cooling sys...

Page 47: ...They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your dealer for a replacement U S models only Safet...

Page 48: ...U S models Canadian models U S models Canadian models Safety Labels Driver and Passenger Safety 47 SUN VISOR DOORJAMB...

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Page 50: ...Washers 60 Turn Signal and Headlights 61 Instrument Panel Brightness 62 Hazard Warning Button 62 Rear Window Defogger 62 Steering Wheel Adjustment 63 Keys and Locks 64 Immobilizer System 65 Ignition S...

Page 51: ...WINDOW SWITCHES FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE MIRROR CONTROLS GAUGES HEATING COOLING CONTROLS AUDIO SYSTEM SHIFT LEVER HOOD RELEASE HANDLE DOOR AND HATCH LOCK SWITCH INDICATORS P 67 P 88 P 92 P 136 139 P 123...

Page 52: ...W OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR P 54 ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR P 53 P 54 P 54 P 56 P 55...

Page 53: ...ion This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags This indicator will also alert you to a...

Page 54: ...everely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running For more information see page See page This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition sw...

Page 55: ...When you press on the Hazard Warning button both turn signal indicators blink All turn signals on the outside of the vehicle should flash This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights For mor...

Page 56: ...that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance Refer to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages and For the first 8 000 miles 12 800 km after th...

Page 57: ...ecurity system If you exceed 10 000 miles 16 000 km without having the scheduled maintenance performed this indicator will remain on as a constant reminder Your dealer will reset this indicator after...

Page 58: ...nada driven since you last reset it There are two trip meters Trip A and Trip B The odometer and the two trip meters use the same display Switch between these displays and the odometer by pressing the...

Page 59: ...in the odometer trip meter display after you start the engine Turn the engine off and confirm the fuel cap is installed If it is loosen the cap then retighten it at least 3 clicks When you restart th...

Page 60: ...e steering wheel Controls Near the Steering Wheel Instruments and Controls 59 WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS TILT ADJUSTMENT MOONROOF REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER CRUISE CONTROL INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS HAZARD...

Page 61: ...nge to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph 20 km h Push the right lever up or down to select a position MIST OFF INT Intermittent LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield Washers Th...

Page 62: ...e lever back lightly then release it The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back Push down on the left lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn To signal a lane cha...

Page 63: ...y traffic or if your vehicle is disabled The rear window defogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The indicator in the button comes on...

Page 64: ...it points to your chest not toward your face Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in position Make sure you have securely locke...

Page 65: ...eys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged Protect the keys from direct sunlight high temperature a...

Page 66: ...this system or add other devices to it Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle undriveable If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine contact your dealer As required by...

Page 67: ...lso be in park If the front wheels are turned the anti theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key You can operate the audi...

Page 68: ...you turn and hold it both doors and the hatch unlock Both doors and the hatch unlock when you use the key in the passenger s door Each door has a lock tab at the top of the door When you push down th...

Page 69: ...will not lock or unlock when the battery is disconnected See page for cargo loading and weight limit information Keep the hatch closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the hatch and to pre...

Page 70: ...button once to unlock the driver s door Push it twice to unlock the passenger s door and the hatch Some exterior lights will flash each time you press the button The interior lights will come on when...

Page 71: ...C rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may ca...

Page 72: ...stments before you start driving To adjust the seat forward and backward pull up on the bar under the seat cushion s front edge Then try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To chang...

Page 73: ...he right side of the seat back forward or backward Keep moving the lever forward or backward until you find a suitable position To get into the back seat pull up on the seat back adjustment lever U S...

Page 74: ...t back firmly against its latch Tug on the seat back to make sure it is latched Do not put any heavy items on the seat back when it is folded Make sure all items in the cargo area are secured Loose it...

Page 75: ...le hard to start Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters The ignition switch must be in the ON II position to use them Push the heater switch to turn the power on or off The indicators will co...

Page 76: ...m Open the hatch Push up on the sides of the cargo area cover to release the cover from the hooks Pull down on the cover to remove the mounting pins from the holes in the hatch lining 1 2 3 CONTINUED...

Page 77: ...anel To avoid damaging the cargo cover remove the cover if the cargo goes above that line Do not place items on the cargo area cover or stack objects higher than the top of the back seat They could bl...

Page 78: ...the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the window unintentionally Turn the ignition switch to ON II to raise or lower either window To open the window push the switch down and hold...

Page 79: ...or installing the fuse Start the engine Push down and hold the driver s window switch until the window is fully open Pull and hold the driver s window switch to close the window completely then hold...

Page 80: ...The inside mirror has day and night positions The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position CONTINUED U...

Page 81: ...ent switch so you can t move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost With the ignition switch in the ON II position turn on t...

Page 82: ...on and lower the lever The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released see page 53 Parking Brake Instruments and Controls 81 NOTICE PARKING BRAKE...

Page 83: ...Interior Convenience Items 82 COAT HOOK ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET CONSOLE COMPARTMENT BEVERAGE HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDERS...

Page 84: ...use either power socket pull up the cover These sockets are intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps To power an accessory the ignition switch must...

Page 85: ...box with the master key The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel indicators are on U S Canada All models Premium and Type S models only Interior Convenience Items Console Compartmen...

Page 86: ...vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor pull up the cover To use this coat hook rotate the hook down Close it with a firm push Interior Convenience Items Vanity Mirror Coat Hook Instruments and Con...

Page 87: ...e position switch In the OFF position the light does not come on In the center position the ceiling light comes on when you open either door After the doors are closed tightly the light dims slightly...

Page 88: ...ment in all weather conditions The standard audio system has many features This section de scribes those features and how to use them Vents Heating and A C 88 Playing the Radio 92 Radio Reception 96 P...

Page 89: ...Vents Heating and A C 88 TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL...

Page 90: ...ou can use it to defog the windows quickly in cool or damp weather Used in combination with the heater it also makes the interior warm and dry To heat or cool the interior faster select Recirculation...

Page 91: ...p Switch to Fresh Air mode as soon as the interior reaches a comfortable temperature or the outside smoky dusty condi tion clears You can manually select the fan speed by turning the fan speed control...

Page 92: ...rom the wind shield and side defroster vents The main air flow is directed to the windshield for faster defrost ing or defogging To defrost or defog more quickly turn the temperature control dial to m...

Page 93: ...EEK SKIP BAR PRESET BUTTONS TUNE MODE KNOB STEREO INDICATOR SCAN INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON TUNE MODE KNOB PRESET BUTTONS SCAN INDICATOR STEREO INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON F...

Page 94: ...y or left to tune to a lower frequency The SEEK function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal To activate it press the or side of the bar or buttons t...

Page 95: ...tions you preset you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area Press the A SEL button A SEL will flash in the display and the system will go into scan mode for several seconds...

Page 96: ...out 5 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode Use the TRE BAS modes to adjust the tone to your liking These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker BAL adjusts the side to...

Page 97: ...ventually the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station s signal Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on a f...

Page 98: ...can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a...

Page 99: ...BUTTON TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR REPEAT INDICATOR DOLBY INDICATOR PLAY BUTTON PROG BUTTON REW BUTTON CD BUTTON DOLBY BUTTON TAPE BUTTON TAPE EJECT BUTTON FF BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS CD TAPE BUTTON AM FM BU...

Page 100: ...rn the player off press the PWR VOL knob or turn off the ignition The tape will remain in the drive When you turn the system back on the tape will begin playing where it left off To switch to the radi...

Page 101: ...d tape in the player Store tapes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture Never place tapes where they will be exposed to direct sunlight high heat or high humidity If a tape is exposed t...

Page 102: ...UTTON CD SLOT REPEAT INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR SEEK SKIP BAR LOAD BUTTON CD SLOT CD EJECT BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS REPEAT BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR RANDOM INDICATOR CD BUTTON FM BUTTON AM BUTTO...

Page 103: ...on again to turn it off Pressing either of the SKIP buttons also turns off the repeat feature This feature plays the tracks in random order To activate Random Play press and release the RDM button You...

Page 104: ...t CD has loaded The system will begin playing the last CD loaded If you stop loading CDs before all six positions are filled and you do not press the Load button the system will wait for 10 seconds th...

Page 105: ...mpty position the CD Loaded indicator is off and press the preset button for that position 1 to 6 The system will stop playing the current CD and start the loading sequence It will then play the CD ju...

Page 106: ...sing either of the SKIP buttons also turns off the repeat feature This feature when activated plays the tracks within a CD in random order rather than in the order they are recorded on the CD To activ...

Page 107: ...To remove a different CD from the changer first select it with the appropriate preset button When that CD begins playing press the eject button If you press the Eject button while listening to the rad...

Page 108: ...inding that slot empty try to load the CD in the next slot Load the desired CDs in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit A CD changer...

Page 109: ...r to the outside edge A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the re cording surface of the CD causing skipping or...

Page 110: ...the EJECT button and pull out the CD Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD Check the CD for damage...

Page 111: ...zine eject button and pull it out check for an error message and insert the magazine again If the message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out consult your dealer Insert CD Press th...

Page 112: ...t to the right If you cannot clear the error message take your vehicle to your dealer Solution Disc changer malfunction High temperature Disc changer malfunction Consult your dealer Will disappear whe...

Page 113: ...ppens you will see in the frequency display the next time you turn on the system Use the preset buttons to enter the five digit code The code is located on the radio code card included in your Owner s...

Page 114: ...You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed time is before the half hour pressing and holding the CLOCK button then pressing the R RESET button sets the clock back to the previo...

Page 115: ...ystem indicator starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself Once the security system is set opening either door without using the key or the remote transmitter or the hood wil...

Page 116: ...eavy rain or bad weather Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40 km h Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch The indicator in the switch will come on 1 2 CONTINUED U S Canada All mo...

Page 117: ...indicator on the instrument panel will come back on You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways Press and hold the RESUME accel button When you reach the desired cruising speed releas...

Page 118: ...button Even with the cruise control turned on you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing After completing the pass take your foot off the accelerator pedal The vehicle will return...

Page 119: ...or tap the brake or clutch pedal the system remembers the previously set cruising speed To return to that speed accelerate to above 25 mph 40 km h and then press and release the RESUME accel button T...

Page 120: ...section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first General Precautions 120 Break in Period 121 Fuel Recommendation 121 Service S...

Page 121: ...ld damage the suspension and underbody by bottoming out Going too fast over parking lot speed bumps can also cause damage Curbs and steep inclines could damage the front and rear bumpers Low curbs tha...

Page 122: ...asoline with a pump octane number of 86 or higher Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent heavy metallic rapping noise that can lead to engine damage Your vehicle is designed to operate...

Page 123: ...our vehicle s fuel vapor recovery system The system helps keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere Consult your dealer Park with the driver s side of the vehicle closest to the service station...

Page 124: ...vehicle and set the parking brake Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard The hood will pop up slightly Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood jus...

Page 125: ...od from the hole Put the support rod back into its holding clip Lower the hood to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then let it drop Make sure it is securely latched If the hood latch handle moves s...

Page 126: ...iator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see on page for information on adding the proper coolant Remove the dipstick orange loop Wipe the dipstick...

Page 127: ...lling resistance which uses fuel The build up of snow or mud on your vehicle s underside adds weight and rolling resistance Frequent cleaning helps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of corrosio...

Page 128: ...powered audio systems should not interfere with your vehicle s computer controlled systems such as your airbags and anti lock brakes Before installing any accessory Make sure the accessory does not ob...

Page 129: ...sal design can cause excessive stress on suspension components Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your vehicle s anti lock brakes and other systems Removing parts f...

Page 130: ...ng too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability stopping distance and tires and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following p...

Page 131: ...t of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 100 lbs 45 kg 700 600 4 150 100 lbs 325 280 4 70 45 kg Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle The weight may n...

Page 132: ...of the back seat They could block your view and be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the hatch exhaust gas can enter the pa...

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Page 134: ...It also includes important information on parking your vehicle the braking system and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer Preparing to Drive 134 Starting the Engine 135 Manual Transmis...

Page 135: ...sure the doors and the hatch are securely closed and locked When you start the engine check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel see page Check that the hood is fully closed Fasten your s...

Page 136: ...step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down If the engine starts release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race If the engine still does not start press the accelerat...

Page 137: ...rse with the vehicle moving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won t g...

Page 138: ...miter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone Before downshifting make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer s red zone Shif...

Page 139: ...shift to Reverse With the clutch pedal still pressed start the engine The 6 speed manual transmission has an electric lockout so you cannot accidentally shift from Fifth to Reverse instead of Sixth wh...

Page 140: ...ou turn the ignition switch to ON II If it flashes at any time in any shift position it indicates a possible problem in the transmission Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by a...

Page 141: ...ry to stop briefly with the engine idling Shift to the Park position if you need to leave your vehicle for any reason Press on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from Neutral to anoth...

Page 142: ...each time you push forward on the shift lever the transmission will shift to a higher gear Pull back on the lever to downshift The number of the gear selected is displayed on the instrument panel see...

Page 143: ...t to first gear when the vehicle speed is under 6 mph 10 km h If you try to manually downshift at a speed that would cause the engine to exceed the redline in a lower gear the transmission will not do...

Page 144: ...lay Starting out in second gear will help to reduce wheelspin in deep snow or on a slippery surface If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engine speed will enter into the tachome...

Page 145: ...or a metal fingernail file carefully pry on the edge of the cover Insert the key in the Shift Lock Release slot Push down on the key while you move the shift lever out of Park to Neutral Remove the k...

Page 146: ...cline If your vehicle has an automatic transmission set the parking brake before you put the transmission in Park This keeps the vehicle from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in th...

Page 147: ...the brake pads replaced they will screech all the time It is normal for the brakes to occasionally squeal or squeak when you apply them Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels A p...

Page 148: ...n The brakes still work like a conventional system but without anti lock You should have the dealer inspect your vehicle as soon as possible If the ABS indicator comes on while driving test the brakes...

Page 149: ...rmance It can also damage the engine and drivetrain The weight that the tongue of a fully loaded trailer puts on the hitch should be approximately 10 percent of the total trailer weight Too much tongu...

Page 150: ...ale Using a suitable scale or a special tongue load gauge check the tongue load the first time you set up a towing combination a fully loaded vehicle and trailer then recheck the tongue load whenever...

Page 151: ...he trailer to turn corners easily but do not let the chains drag on the ground If you choose electric brakes be sure they are electrically actuated Do not attempt to tap into your vehicle s hydraulic...

Page 152: ...ow Drive slower than normal in all driving situations and obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers If you have an automatic transmission use D position when towing a trailer on level roads...

Page 153: ...g off reduce speed and if necessary pull to the side of the road to let the engine cool If the automatic transmission shifts frequently while going up a hill shift to D Crosswinds and air turbulence c...

Page 154: ...tasks on your vehicle you may want to purchase the Service Manual See page for information on how to obtain a copy or see your dealer Maintenance Safety 154 Maintenance Schedule 155 Maintenance Recor...

Page 155: ...le hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task All service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a certified...

Page 156: ...top and go traffic and or parked with the engine idling Driving on muddy dusty or de iced roads If you only drive under a severe condition you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule...

Page 157: ...heck the fluid level monthly See page Tires Check the tire pressure monthly Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects See page U S Vehicles According to state and federal regulations failure to p...

Page 158: ...r c co om me es s f fi ir rs st t 120 192 130 208 140 224 150 240 Every 3 years independent of mileage Every 160 000 miles 256 000 km 110 176 Replace at 120 000 miles 192 000 km or 6 years then every...

Page 159: ...Clean every 15 000 miles 24 000 km and replace every 30 000 miles 48 000 km Use normal schedule except in dusty condition O Or r e ev ve er ry y 1 1 y ye ea ar r w wh hi ic ch he ev ve er r c co om m...

Page 160: ...ure or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date 72 000 km 80 000 km 88 000 km 96 000 km or 3 years 104 000 km 112 000 km 120 000 km 128 000...

Page 161: ...m 144 000 km 152 000 km 160 000 km or 5 years 168 000 km 176 000 km 184 000 km 192 000 km or 6 years Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km D...

Page 162: ...P Black cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP BRAKE FLUID Gray cap Manual Transmission only CLUTCH FLUID Gray cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop WAS...

Page 163: ...on top of the valve cover Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so you do not spill Clean up any spills immediately Spilled oil could damage components in the engine compartment Install the engine oil...

Page 164: ...off You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil it displays the API Certification Seal and it is the proper weight You must follow the oil an...

Page 165: ...ed oil Engine oil change capacity including filter Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain A special wrench available from your dealer is required Put a new washer on the drain bolt then...

Page 166: ...d non silicate coolant as a temporary replacement Make sure it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines Continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion causing the coo...

Page 167: ...or engine components Pour coolant into the reserve tank Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks Put the cap on the reserve tank Put the radiator cap on and tighten it fully Pour the coolant...

Page 168: ...This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather When you refill the reservoir clean the edges of the windshield wiper blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth...

Page 169: ...he lower mark remove the fill plug and add fluid to bring it to the upper mark Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill Clean up any spill immediately it could damage components in the...

Page 170: ...5 is not compatible with your vehicle s braking system and can cause extensive damage The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below...

Page 171: ...should be in the proper range It should be checked according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule If the indicator is not within the proper range have the drive belt re...

Page 172: ...uid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible Always use Honda Power Steering Fluid You may use another power steering fluid as an emergency replacement but have the power ste...

Page 173: ...ct the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects If you touch the glass clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth If you need to change the low beam headlight bulb on the driver s side...

Page 174: ...sure it locks in place Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb Install the neck of the windshield washer reservoir on the bracket Then remove the bolt from the battery hold down and carefully pus...

Page 175: ...er turn clock wise to lock it in place Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb Make sure it is on all the way Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb Remove the socket from the headlight...

Page 176: ...counterclockwise Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it i...

Page 177: ...uarter turn counterclockwise Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise t...

Page 178: ...orking Reinstall the high mount brake light cover Open the hatch Remove the high mount brake light cover by pivoting it toward the back of the vehicle Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn...

Page 179: ...ht assembly cover Make sure it locks in place Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn coun...

Page 180: ...mat make sure to re anchor it when you put it back in your vehicle This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the outside through the heating and cooling system If you use an aft...

Page 181: ...you find these signs or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used To replace a blade front or rear Raise the wiper arm off the windshield or rear window Disconnect the blade assembly from the...

Page 182: ...he back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock...

Page 183: ...mend that you visually check your tires every day If you think a tire might be low check it immediately with a tire gauge Use a gauge to measure the air pressure in each tire at least once a month Eve...

Page 184: ...ed you should look closely for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure The following charts show the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal driving conditions and speeds The compact spare...

Page 185: ...e tire Replace the tire if you find either of these conditions Cuts splits or cracks in the side of the tire Replace the tire if you can see fabric or cord Excessive tread wear For convenience the rec...

Page 186: ...ur dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while driving A tire should always be rebalanced if it is removed from the wheel When you have new tires installed make sure they are balan...

Page 187: ...that is not possible or necessary replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle s handling See page for information about DOT Tire Q...

Page 188: ...only SAE Class S cable type traction devices with rubber chain tensioners on the front tires Use traction devices only when required by driving conditions or local laws Make sure they are the correct...

Page 189: ...icle s battery is disconnected or goes dead your driver s power window loses its calibration and must be reprogrammed see page and your audio system will disable itself The next time you turn on the r...

Page 190: ...front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and hatch seals Also apply a body wax...

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Page 192: ...going again If not you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 192 Changing a Flat Tire 193 If the Engine Won t Start 198 Jump Starting 200 If the Engine Overheat...

Page 193: ...ss traction on some road sur faces Use greater caution while driving Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare tire Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle unless it is the same make...

Page 194: ...wing a trailer unhitch the trailer Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire Open the hatch Pull...

Page 195: ...he wiring harness going to the speaker Take the spare tire out of its well Turn the jack s end counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack Loosen each wheel nut 1 2 turn with the wheel nut wren...

Page 196: ...ace the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface facing up Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully...

Page 197: ...he wheel nuts to Put on the spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on finger tight then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub Do not try...

Page 198: ...er cap and place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well Set the bass speaker inside the wheel Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt turn it over and...

Page 199: ...king sound or series of clicks or nothing at all Check these things Check the transmission interlock If you have a manual transmission the clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to the floor or the s...

Page 200: ...ee page Are you using the proper starting procedure Refer to on page Do you have fuel Check the fuel gauge the low fuel indicator may not be working There may be an electrical problem such as no power...

Page 201: ...ble to the positive terminal on your battery Connect the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery Turn off all the electrical accessories heater A C audio system lights etc Put the tr...

Page 202: ...battery is in another vehicle have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle The numbers in the illustration show you the order to connect the jumper cables Start your vehicle If the...

Page 203: ...ge comes down to the midpoint then continue driving If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark turn off the engine If your vehicle overheats you should take immediate action The only indication ma...

Page 204: ...mark the engine needs repair see on page If the temperature stays normal check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank If it has gone down add coolant to the MAX mark Put the cap back on tight...

Page 205: ...10 seconds turn off the engine There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving see on page If the charging system indicator comes on brightly when the engine is...

Page 206: ...cs for the emissions systems In some states part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set If they are not set the test cannot be completed If your vehicle battery has been disconne...

Page 207: ...see on page If you must drive the vehicle a short distance in this condition drive slowly and carefully The brake system indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II and as a...

Page 208: ...ill does not operate you can close the moonroof manually Check the fuse for the moonroof motor see page If the fuse is blown replace it with one of the same or lower rating Remove the wrench Reinstall...

Page 209: ...lown fuse Determine from the chart on pages and or the diagram on the fuse box lid which fuse or fuses control that device Check those fuses first but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown...

Page 210: ...driver Check the smaller fuses in the under hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by pulling out each fuse with the fuse puller provided in the interior fuse box Look for a burned w...

Page 211: ...fixing the problem and you do not have a spare fuse take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily such as the c...

Page 212: ...Used Not Used 7 5A 10A 10A 20A 20A 15A 15A 7 5A 20A 20A 20A 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Ignition Coil Laf Heater Daytime Running Lights Rear Accessory Power Socke...

Page 213: ...A 40 A 40 A 30 A 20 A 15 A 20 A 100 A 40 A Condenser fan Small Light Interior Light Cooling Fan Hazard FI ECU ECM PCM Horn Stop ABS F S Back Up ABS Motor Rear Demister Heater Motor Power Window Optio...

Page 214: ...t the engine Shift the transmission to Neutral Release the parking brake If due to damage your vehicle must be towed with the front wheels on the ground do the following Automatic Transmission Manual...

Page 215: ...tion switch in the Accessory I position so the steering wheel does not lock Make sure the radio and any electrical accessories are turned off so they do not run down the battery Emergency Towing 214 N...

Page 216: ...les 220 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 220 Treadwear 220 Traction 220 Temperature 221 Tire Labeling 222 Emissions Controls 223 The Clean Air Act 223 Crankcase Emissions Control System 223 Evaporative Em...

Page 217: ...ng your vehicle The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certificati...

Page 218: ...is stamped into the engine block The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission Identification Numbers Technical Information 217 ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER AUTOMATIC TR...

Page 219: ...tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attach...

Page 220: ...lights Ceiling light Cargo area light Spotlights Glove box light 60 psi 420 kPa 4 20 kgf cm 31 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm 31 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm T125 70D16 96M T135 70D15 99M Capacity 12 V 36 AH 5 HR...

Page 221: ...are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C...

Page 222: ...e C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on th...

Page 223: ...tire meets all requirements of the U S Department of Transportation Manufacturer s identification mark Tire type code Date of manufacture Whenever tires are replaced they should be replaced with tire...

Page 224: ...n the engine s crankcase from going into the atmosphere The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold They are then drawn into the engine and burn...

Page 225: ...us sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate f...

Page 226: ...e materials that come near it Park your vehicle away from high grass dry leaves or other flamma bles A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s...

Page 227: ...rator pedal start the engine and let it idle for 20 seconds Keep the vehicle in Park automatic transmission or Neutral manual transmission Increase the engine speed to 2 000 rpm and hold it there unti...

Page 228: ...Customer Relations Information 228 Warranty Coverages 229 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 230 Authorized Manuals 231 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 227...

Page 229: ...problem Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you Canadian Owners Acura dealership personnel are trained professionals They should be able to answer all your questions If you encounter a problem...

Page 230: ...an Acura dealer provides coverage for as long as the pur chaser of the muffler owns the vehicle Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties Please read the 2005 Acura Warranty Informatio...

Page 231: ...the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information ab...

Page 232: ...2 05 Acura RSX Service Manual 2002 05 Acura RSX Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2002 05 Acura RSX Body Repair Manual 2005 Acura RSX Owner s Manual 2005 Acura RSX Maintenance Journal 2005 Acura RSX Q...

Page 233: ...er or company name and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent For purchases outside U S A please write to the address shown below for a quotation P O BOX 07280 DETR...

Page 234: ...ransmission 139 Capacity Fluid 219 Checking Fluid Level 167 Shifting 139 Shift Lever Position Indicator 139 Shift Lever Positions 139 Shift Lock Release 144 Battery Charging System Indicator 53 204 Ju...

Page 235: ...harging System Indicator 53 204 Checklist Before Driving 134 Child Safety 28 Booster Seats 42 Child Seats 32 Important Safety Reminders 28 Infants 32 Larger Children 41 LATCH 36 Risks with Airbags 29...

Page 236: ...Indicator Lamp 205 Manually Closing Moonroof 207 Overheated Engine 202 Emergency Flashers 62 Emergency Towing 213 Emissions Controls 223 Emissions Testing State 226 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 58...

Page 237: ...62 Headlights Aiming 172 Daytime Running Lights 61 High Beam Indicator 54 Reminder Beeper 61 Replacing Halogen Bulbs 172 Turning on 61 Heater Seat 74 Heating and Cooling 88 High Altitude Starting at 1...

Page 238: ...66 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 66 Fuel Fill Door 122 Glove Box 84 Hatch 68 Power Door and Hatch 67 Low Coolant Level 125 Low Fuel Indicator 54 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 53 204 Lower Anchor 36 L...

Page 239: ...ter 57 Odometer Trip 57 Oil Change How to 163 Change When to 157 Checking Engine 125 Pressure Indicator 53 204 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart 162 163 ON Ignition Key Position 66 Onboard Refueling Va...

Page 240: ...ting the Clock 113 Shift Lever Position Indicators 139 Shift Lock Release 144 Shifting The Automatic Transmission 139 The 5 speed and 6 speed Manual Transmissions 136 Side Airbags 11 25 Off Indicator...

Page 241: ...uge 58 Temperature Inside Sensor 91 Tether Anchorage Points 40 Theft Protection 112 Three Way Catalytic Converter 225 Tilt the Steering Wheel 63 Time Setting the 113 Tire Chains 187 Tire How to Change...

Page 242: ...l 167 Indicator 55 Operation 60 Wheels Adjusting the Steering 63 Alignment and Balance 185 Compact Spare 192 Wrench 195 Windows Operating the Power 77 Rear Defogger 62 Windshield Cleaning 60 Defroster...

Page 243: ...Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement Do not use ATF see page Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid...

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