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2008 TSX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard and steering column) ...59 ® Features (climate control,audio,steering wheel,security,cruise control,HomeLink ,and other convenience items) ...159 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...231 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...247 ...
2008 TSX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard and steering column) ...59 ® Features (climate control,audio,steering wheel,security,cruise control,HomeLink ,and other convenience items) ...159 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...231 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...247 ...
Owner's Manual
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... to the main controls in this manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to protect children with child restraints. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use , how to breakin your vehicle to the fuel pump. 2 2008 TSX Main Menu Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to contact us for any reason. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information...
... to the main controls in this manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to protect children with child restraints. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use , how to breakin your vehicle to the fuel pump. 2 2008 TSX Main Menu Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to contact us for any reason. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information...
Owner's Manual
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... Vehicle at a Glance DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 26) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.143) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.146) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.129) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.147) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.234) TRUNK RELEASE LEVER (P.135) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE LEVER (P.233) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.62) GAUGES(P.68) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 33) Your Vehicle at a Glance AUDIO SYSTEM (P.170) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.130) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.160) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.252) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.250) Vehicle without navigation system is shown. PARKING BRAKE...
... Vehicle at a Glance DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 26) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.143) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.146) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.129) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.147) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.234) TRUNK RELEASE LEVER (P.135) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE LEVER (P.233) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.62) GAUGES(P.68) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 33) Your Vehicle at a Glance AUDIO SYSTEM (P.170) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.130) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.160) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.252) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.250) Vehicle without navigation system is shown. PARKING BRAKE...
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... Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/FOG LIGHTS (P.121-122) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.120) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.33) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.124) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.124) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.202) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.150) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.269) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS/ HORN 1 VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 2 (P.214) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.125) MULTI-INFORMATION Vehicle without navigation system is shown. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2008 TSX
... Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/FOG LIGHTS (P.121-122) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.120) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.33) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.124) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.124) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.202) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.150) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.269) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS/ HORN 1 VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 2 (P.214) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.125) MULTI-INFORMATION Vehicle without navigation system is shown. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2008 TSX
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..., then pull up on the belt again to remove any slack, then check that the belt is securely latched. Check that the belt rests across your shoulder, you need to make sure the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can cause serious injury or death in a crash. Driver and Passenger Safety Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injuries in...
..., then pull up on the belt again to remove any slack, then check that the belt is securely latched. Check that the belt rests across your shoulder, you need to make sure the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can cause serious injury or death in a crash. Driver and Passenger Safety Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injuries in...
Owner's Manual
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... front seat, the airbag will not come on. Driver and Passenger Safety 2008 TSX 29 Moving the front seat forcibly back against the folded rear seat. If the weight sensors detect there is hooked to be off. Also, make sure the floor mat behind it is turned off, a ''passenger airbag off . Hanging heavy items on the seat or floor behind the front passenger's seat is no passenger in the center of the dashboard comes...
... front seat, the airbag will not come on. Driver and Passenger Safety 2008 TSX 29 Moving the front seat forcibly back against the folded rear seat. If the weight sensors detect there is hooked to be off. Also, make sure the floor mat behind it is turned off, a ''passenger airbag off . Hanging heavy items on the seat or floor behind the front passenger's seat is no passenger in the center of the dashboard comes...
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... of your vehicle. Control Locations ...60 Instrument Panel ...61 Instrument Panel Indicators ...62 Gauges ...68 Multi-Information Display ...69 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...119 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...120 Turn Signals and Headlights ...121 Fog Lights ...122 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...122 Daytime Running Lights...122 Instrument Panel Brightness ...123 Hazard Warning Button ...124 Rear Window Defogger ...124 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...125 Keys and Locks...126 Immobilizer System...127 Ignition Switch ...128 Door Locks ...129 Childproof Door Locks ...130 Remote Transmitter...
... of your vehicle. Control Locations ...60 Instrument Panel ...61 Instrument Panel Indicators ...62 Gauges ...68 Multi-Information Display ...69 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...119 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...120 Turn Signals and Headlights ...121 Fog Lights ...122 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...122 Daytime Running Lights...122 Instrument Panel Brightness ...123 Hazard Warning Button ...124 Rear Window Defogger ...124 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...125 Keys and Locks...126 Immobilizer System...127 Ignition Switch ...128 Door Locks ...129 Childproof Door Locks ...130 Remote Transmitter...
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..., press the SEL/RESET button. 106 2008 TSX You can change the time that the interior lights fade out. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup There are two custom settings in the Lighting Setup: INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER While the ''LIGHTING SETUP'' is displayed, press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Press the SEL/RESET button.
..., press the SEL/RESET button. 106 2008 TSX You can change the time that the interior lights fade out. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup There are two custom settings in the Lighting Setup: INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER While the ''LIGHTING SETUP'' is displayed, press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Press the SEL/RESET button.
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... navigation system manual. 2008 TSX 119 Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.121-122) HORN 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P.120) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.33) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.124) Instruments and Controls REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.202) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.150) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.269) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.206) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.124) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.125) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS/ VOICE CONTROL...
... navigation system manual. 2008 TSX 119 Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.121-122) HORN 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P.120) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.33) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.124) Instruments and Controls REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.202) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.150) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.269) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.206) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.124) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.125) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS/ VOICE CONTROL...
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... page 108 ). This feature activates if you turn the ignition switch to the headlight switch. They remain on , but do not open and close the driver's door. If you remove the key from the ignition switch with reduced brightness when you leave the headlight switch in the off by turning the switch next to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. You can change this 15 second...
... page 108 ). This feature activates if you turn the ignition switch to the headlight switch. They remain on , but do not open and close the driver's door. If you remove the key from the ignition switch with reduced brightness when you leave the headlight switch in the off by turning the switch next to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. You can change this 15 second...
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... audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in Park before you to turn the key, you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I ) You can remove the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. To turn off the beeper. Removing the key from the ignition switch. ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. START...
... audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in Park before you to turn the key, you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I ) You can remove the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. To turn off the beeper. Removing the key from the ignition switch. ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. START...
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... a power window on the window switch briefly. Keep the MAIN switch off when you release the switch. MAIN SWITCH DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH Instruments and Controls Turn the ignition switch to stop when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally. To close the window, pull the switch up , push down on the window switch briefly. CONTINUED 2008 TSX 147 Main Menu Table Of Contents Power Windows AUTO To...
... a power window on the window switch briefly. Keep the MAIN switch off when you release the switch. MAIN SWITCH DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH Instruments and Controls Turn the ignition switch to stop when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally. To close the window, pull the switch up , push down on the window switch briefly. CONTINUED 2008 TSX 147 Main Menu Table Of Contents Power Windows AUTO To...
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If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver's window fuse is removed, the AUTO function may be reset after you can raise or lower the windows. 148 2008 TSX You must turn off the ignition switch. Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. Start the engine. Opening either front door cancels...
If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver's window fuse is removed, the AUTO function may be reset after you can raise or lower the windows. 148 2008 TSX You must turn off the ignition switch. Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. Start the engine. Opening either front door cancels...
Owner's Manual
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... where you plan to your vehicle's electrical system and affect your vehicle warranty. Many states and Canadian provinces require special outside mirrors when towing a trailer. Check with federal, state, province, and local regulations. Improper equipment or installation can cause damage to tow, and use only equipment designed for your vehicle. Driving 2008 TSX 273 Since lighting and wiring vary by trailer type and brand, you , or...
... where you plan to your vehicle's electrical system and affect your vehicle warranty. Many states and Canadian provinces require special outside mirrors when towing a trailer. Check with federal, state, province, and local regulations. Improper equipment or installation can cause damage to tow, and use only equipment designed for your vehicle. Driving 2008 TSX 273 Since lighting and wiring vary by trailer type and brand, you , or...
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.... Driving 2008 TSX 275 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer The added weight, length, and height of a trailer will take time to practice driving maneuvers before heading for the open road, and follow the guidelines below. For your speed, and shift down and stop when facing uphill, use D position when towing a trailer on Hills If you have an automatic transmission, use the foot brake or parking brake...
.... Driving 2008 TSX 275 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer The added weight, length, and height of a trailer will take time to practice driving maneuvers before heading for the open road, and follow the guidelines below. For your speed, and shift down and stop when facing uphill, use D position when towing a trailer on Hills If you have an automatic transmission, use the foot brake or parking brake...
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... not work properly. 2008 TSX 311 It should be used with front passenger's seat weight sensors. If you drive primarily in the air, or if the flow from the outside through the climate control system. Do not put it can be replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if you use a non-Acura floor mat, make sure to the floor mat anchors. Rear passenger's floor Maintenance Make sure the rear floor mats are...
... not work properly. 2008 TSX 311 It should be used with front passenger's seat weight sensors. If you drive primarily in the air, or if the flow from the outside through the climate control system. Do not put it can be replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if you use a non-Acura floor mat, make sure to the floor mat anchors. Rear passenger's floor Maintenance Make sure the rear floor mats are...
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..., 6-speed Manual Transmission ...250 Driver and Passenger Safety ...5 Driver's ID ...86 Driving ...247 Economy ...237 Driving Position Memory System...143 DRL, Check System Message ...85 Dual Temperature Control ...167 Dust and Pollen Filter ...311 D DANGER, Explanation of ...iii Dashboard ...3, 60 Daytime Running Lights...122 Default All...90 Defects, Reporting Safety...368 Defogger, Rear Window ...124 Dimensions ...350 Dimming the Headlights ...121 Dipstick Automatic Transmission .. 297, 298 Engine Oil ...236 Directional Signals...121 Disc Brake Wear...
..., 6-speed Manual Transmission ...250 Driver and Passenger Safety ...5 Driver's ID ...86 Driving ...247 Economy ...237 Driving Position Memory System...143 DRL, Check System Message ...85 Dual Temperature Control ...167 Dust and Pollen Filter ...311 D DANGER, Explanation of ...iii Dashboard ...3, 60 Daytime Running Lights...122 Default All...90 Defects, Reporting Safety...368 Defogger, Rear Window ...124 Dimensions ...350 Dimming the Headlights ...121 Dipstick Automatic Transmission .. 297, 298 Engine Oil ...236 Directional Signals...121 Disc Brake Wear...
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... Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...17 Filter Dust and Pollen ...311 Oil ...293 Flashers, Hazard Warning...124 Flat Tire, Changing a ...325 Floor Mats ...310 Fluids Automatic Transmission...297 Brake ...300 Clutch ...301 Manual Transmission ...299 Power Steering...301 Washer Fluid Low Message...81 Windshield Washer ...296 Fog Lights ...122 Indicator ...66 Folding Rear Seat ...141 Four-way Flashers ...124 Front Airbags ...26 Front Wiper Action...117 F Fan, Interior...164 Fasten Seat Belt Message ...78 Features ...159 Filling the Fuel Tank ...233 IV 2008 TSX
... Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...17 Filter Dust and Pollen ...311 Oil ...293 Flashers, Hazard Warning...124 Flat Tire, Changing a ...325 Floor Mats ...310 Fluids Automatic Transmission...297 Brake ...300 Clutch ...301 Manual Transmission ...299 Power Steering...301 Washer Fluid Low Message...81 Windshield Washer ...296 Fog Lights ...122 Indicator ...66 Folding Rear Seat ...141 Four-way Flashers ...124 Front Airbags ...26 Front Wiper Action...117 F Fan, Interior...164 Fasten Seat Belt Message ...78 Features ...159 Filling the Fuel Tank ...233 IV 2008 TSX
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... Auto Off Timer ...108 Daytime Running Lights ...122 Fog Lights ...122 High Beam Indicator ...66 Lights On Indicator ...63 Low Beams, Turning on ...121 Reminder Chime...121 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...302 G Gas Mileage, Improving...238 Gasoline ...232 Gauge ...68 Low Fuel Indicator ...66 Low Fuel Message ...81 Octane Requirement ...232 Tank, Filling the...233 Gas Station Procedures...233 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...68 Fuel ...68 I Identification Number, Vehicle...348 Ignition Keys...126 Switch ...128 Timing Control...
... Auto Off Timer ...108 Daytime Running Lights ...122 Fog Lights ...122 High Beam Indicator ...66 Lights On Indicator ...63 Low Beams, Turning on ...121 Reminder Chime...121 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...302 G Gas Mileage, Improving...238 Gasoline ...232 Gauge ...68 Low Fuel Indicator ...66 Low Fuel Message ...81 Octane Requirement ...232 Tank, Filling the...233 Gas Station Procedures...233 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...68 Fuel ...68 I Identification Number, Vehicle...348 Ignition Keys...126 Switch ...128 Timing Control...
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... Airbags Work...30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work...31 SRS Components ...23 SRS Service...34 SRS Indicator...32, 63 Message ...83 START (Ignition Key Position) ...128 Starting the Engine...249 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...249 With a Dead Battery ...331 Steam Coming from Engine ...333 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...125 Anti-theft Column Lock ...128 Storing Your Vehicle ...321 Sun Visor...152 Sunglasses Holder ...158 CONTINUED INDEX 2008 TSX...
... Airbags Work...30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work...31 SRS Components ...23 SRS Service...34 SRS Indicator...32, 63 Message ...83 START (Ignition Key Position) ...128 Starting the Engine...249 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...249 With a Dead Battery ...331 Steam Coming from Engine ...333 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...125 Anti-theft Column Lock ...128 Storing Your Vehicle ...321 Sun Visor...152 Sunglasses Holder ...158 CONTINUED INDEX 2008 TSX...
