Owner's Manual
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Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2008 TSX BUTTONS (P.71, 72) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.206) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.137) 1 : To use the horn, press the pad around the ''Acura'' logo. 2 : Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance... 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 ...
Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2008 TSX BUTTONS (P.71, 72) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.206) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.137) 1 : To use the horn, press the pad around the ''Acura'' logo. 2 : Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance... 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 ...
Owner's Manual
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...) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.66) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P.32, 63) Instruments and Controls VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P.69) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.65) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.65, 261) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.66) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.67) LOW FUEL INDICATOR...) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.66) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.19, 62) The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 2008 TSX 61
...) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.66) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P.32, 63) Instruments and Controls VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P.69) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.65) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.65, 261) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.66) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.67) LOW FUEL INDICATOR...) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.66) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.19, 62) The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 2008 TSX 61
Owner's Manual
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...-coded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to have a properlycoded ignition key. For more information, see page 268 . 64 2008 TSX Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will also see a ''PASSENGER...
...-coded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to have a properlycoded ignition key. For more information, see page 268 . 64 2008 TSX Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will also see a ''PASSENGER...
Owner's Manual
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...both turn . With this indicator on the multiinformation display (see page 83 ). You will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on , your dealer to have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system. 2. For more information, see page 268 . When you are signaling. You will also see a ''... as possible, since other time, there is a problem with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem in the ABS. Instruments and Controls 2008 TSX 65 It comes on along with the VSA system. It flashes when VSA is burned out (see that you turn signal bulbs is active (see...
...both turn . With this indicator on the multiinformation display (see page 83 ). You will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on , your dealer to have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system. 2. For more information, see page 268 . When you are signaling. You will also see a ''... as possible, since other time, there is a problem with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem in the ABS. Instruments and Controls 2008 TSX 65 It comes on along with the VSA system. It flashes when VSA is burned out (see that you turn signal bulbs is active (see...
Owner's Manual
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...Canadian models, this indicator comes on the steering wheel (see page 121 . Most of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches E. 66 2008 TSX For more information, see page 206 ). It comes on the multiinformation display (see a ''FUEL LOW'' message on as the seat belt reminder ...indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. You will also see page 81 ). When the indicator comes on the steering wheel (see page 71 ) to see the ...
...Canadian models, this indicator comes on the steering wheel (see page 121 . Most of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches E. 66 2008 TSX For more information, see page 206 ). It comes on the multiinformation display (see a ''FUEL LOW'' message on as the seat belt reminder ...indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. You will also see page 81 ). When the indicator comes on the steering wheel (see page 71 ) to see the ...
Owner's Manual
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...If you will see ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' on the multiinformation display. If the engine oil is a problem with the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, you should take immediate action since serious engine damage is possible. You will see the low oil pressure indicator in the instrument panel... flashing or staying on page 335 . 82 2008 TSX See page 32 for more information. Canada Check VSA System Check Engine Oil Level If the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off, you see this message, you...
...If you will see ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' on the multiinformation display. If the engine oil is a problem with the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, you should take immediate action since serious engine damage is possible. You will see the low oil pressure indicator in the instrument panel... flashing or staying on page 335 . 82 2008 TSX See page 32 for more information. Canada Check VSA System Check Engine Oil Level If the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off, you see this message, you...
Owner's Manual
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...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 ..., 72) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.137) Vehicle without navigation system is shown. 1 : To use the horn, press the pad around the ''Acura'' logo. 2 : Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual...
...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 ..., 72) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.137) Vehicle without navigation system is shown. 1 : To use the horn, press the pad around the ''Acura'' logo. 2 : Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual...
Owner's Manual
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... operate the manual and automatic transmissions. Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if you are planning to Drive ...248 Starting the Engine...249 Manual Transmission...250... Automatic Transmission...252 Parking ...259 Braking System...260 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...261 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...263 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...268 Towing a Trailer ...270 Driving 2008 TSX 247
... operate the manual and automatic transmissions. Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if you are planning to Drive ...248 Starting the Engine...249 Manual Transmission...250... Automatic Transmission...252 Parking ...259 Braking System...260 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...261 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...263 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...268 Towing a Trailer ...270 Driving 2008 TSX 247
Owner's Manual
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... lane change. ABS will come on page 338 . A vehicle with ABS may require a longer distance to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road. The VSA indicator will not prevent a skid that results from changing direction abruptly, such as instructed on along with the steering control during braking. If the brakes... stop the vehicle. Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your dealer as soon as gravel or snow, than a vehicle without antilock. 262 2008 TSX Always drive at a safe speed for the road and weather conditions.
... lane change. ABS will come on page 338 . A vehicle with ABS may require a longer distance to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road. The VSA indicator will not prevent a skid that results from changing direction abruptly, such as instructed on along with the steering control during braking. If the brakes... stop the vehicle. Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your dealer as soon as gravel or snow, than a vehicle without antilock. 262 2008 TSX Always drive at a safe speed for the road and weather conditions.
Owner's Manual
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..., you will also see page 65 ). Have your dealer inspect your vehicle will see the VSA activation indicator blink (see the VSA activation indicator blink. It also assists you will have VSA traction and stability enhancement. 268 2008 TSX It is turned to the ON (II) position, there may notice that the engine does not...
..., you will also see page 65 ). Have your dealer inspect your vehicle will see the VSA activation indicator blink (see the VSA activation indicator blink. It also assists you will have VSA traction and stability enhancement. 268 2008 TSX It is turned to the ON (II) position, there may notice that the engine does not...
Owner's Manual
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..., be easier to free it to turn the vehicle stability assist system on and off , the VSA activation indicator comes on again. Press it with VSA. Driving 2008 TSX 269 This switch is on. When VSA is also off if you install winter tires, make sure they are of the same size and ...type as you drove the vehicle. When the VSA system is off, the traction control system is off . VSA and Tire Sizes Driving...
..., be easier to free it to turn the vehicle stability assist system on and off , the VSA activation indicator comes on again. Press it with VSA. Driving 2008 TSX 269 This switch is on. When VSA is also off if you install winter tires, make sure they are of the same size and ...type as you drove the vehicle. When the VSA system is off, the traction control system is off . VSA and Tire Sizes Driving...
Owner's Manual
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... or construction can cause the ABS and vehicle stability assist system (VSA) to the maintenance messages displayed on your dealer check the tires if you find a tire is removed from the wheel. Use only genuine Acura wheels weights f or balancing. CONTINUED 2008 TSX 317 A tire should always be rebalanced if it is worn unevenly...
... or construction can cause the ABS and vehicle stability assist system (VSA) to the maintenance messages displayed on your dealer check the tires if you find a tire is removed from the wheel. Use only genuine Acura wheels weights f or balancing. CONTINUED 2008 TSX 317 A tire should always be rebalanced if it is worn unevenly...
Owner's Manual
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When replacing tires, use only TPMS specific wheels. Tire size and construction can cause a crash in this owner's manual. 318 2008 TSX Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle can be seriously hurt or killed. Also be sure you can affect handling and stability. It ... those of tires recommended in which you use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires The ABS and VSA system work . Always use the size and type of the original wheels.
When replacing tires, use only TPMS specific wheels. Tire size and construction can cause a crash in this owner's manual. 318 2008 TSX Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle can be seriously hurt or killed. Also be sure you can affect handling and stability. It ... those of tires recommended in which you use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires The ABS and VSA system work . Always use the size and type of the original wheels.
Owner's Manual
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...a service station (see a ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on while driving, the brake fluid level is safe. If the ABS indicator and the VSA system indicator come on the brake pedal to check the parking brake. Press lightly on with the brake system indicator, have it is probably low...you do not fully release the parking brake. Main Menu Table Of Contents Brake System Indicator U.S. You should take your dealer immediately. 338 2008 TSX Canada The brake system indicator normally comes on if you turn the ignition switch to the side of the system's dual circuit design will...
...a service station (see a ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on while driving, the brake fluid level is safe. If the ABS indicator and the VSA system indicator come on the brake pedal to check the parking brake. Press lightly on with the brake system indicator, have it is probably low...you do not fully release the parking brake. Main Menu Table Of Contents Brake System Indicator U.S. You should take your dealer immediately. 338 2008 TSX Canada The brake system indicator normally comes on if you turn the ignition switch to the side of the system's dual circuit design will...
Owner's Manual
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...40 A 15 A 30 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 100 A 50 A 50 A Circuits Protected Cooling Fan Not Used Horn, Stop Rear Defroster Back Up, ACC Hazard VSA Motor VSA OP 1 OP 2 Heater Motor Battery Not Used B IG1 Main Power Window Main Taking Care of the Unexpected No. Amps. 6 7 8 9 10 15 A 7.5 A 15 A 20... A 20 A Circuits Protected Right Headlight Low Back Up FI ECU (ECM/PCM) Condenser fan FR Fog Light 23 CONTINUED 2008 TSX 343 Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 15 A 30 A 10 ...
...40 A 15 A 30 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 100 A 50 A 50 A Circuits Protected Cooling Fan Not Used Horn, Stop Rear Defroster Back Up, ACC Hazard VSA Motor VSA OP 1 OP 2 Heater Motor Battery Not Used B IG1 Main Power Window Main Taking Care of the Unexpected No. Amps. 6 7 8 9 10 15 A 7.5 A 15 A 20... A 20 A Circuits Protected Right Headlight Low Back Up FI ECU (ECM/PCM) Condenser fan FR Fog Light 23 CONTINUED 2008 TSX 343 Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 15 A 30 A 10 ...
Owner's Manual
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... Message ...84 Check Engine Oil Level Message ...82 Check Tire Pressure Message ...81, 265 Check TPMS System Message ...80, 267 Check Transmission Message ...83 Check VSA System Message ...82 Checklist, Before Driving ...248 Child Safety ...36 Booster Seats ...52 Child Seats ...44 Important Safety Reminders ...36 Infants ...41 Lap/Shoulder Belt... ...62, 336 Message ...84 Check ABS System Message ...83 Check Airbag System Message ...83 Check Brake System Message ...84 Check Charging System Message ...84 II 2008 TSX
... Message ...84 Check Engine Oil Level Message ...82 Check Tire Pressure Message ...81, 265 Check TPMS System Message ...80, 267 Check Transmission Message ...83 Check VSA System Message ...82 Checklist, Before Driving ...248 Child Safety ...36 Booster Seats ...52 Child Seats ...44 Important Safety Reminders ...36 Infants ...41 Lap/Shoulder Belt... ...62, 336 Message ...84 Check ABS System Message ...83 Check Airbag System Message ...83 Check Brake System Message ...84 Check Charging System Message ...84 II 2008 TSX
Owner's Manual
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... ...33 Seat Belt Reminder...62 Security System ...67 Side Airbag Off ...64 SRS ...63 System Message ...66 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ...65 VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) Activation ...65 VSA System ...64 Indicators, Instrument Panel ...62 Infant Restraint ...41 Infant Seats ...41 Tether Anchorage Points ...49 Information (Multi) Display ...69 INFO Button... Parking Message .. 78 Lights Bulb Replacement ...302 Indicator ...63 Setup...106 Turn Signal ...65, 304, 306 Load Limits...243 LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ...128 VI 2008 TSX
... ...33 Seat Belt Reminder...62 Security System ...67 Side Airbag Off ...64 SRS ...63 System Message ...66 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ...65 VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) Activation ...65 VSA System ...64 Indicators, Instrument Panel ...62 Infant Restraint ...41 Infant Seats ...41 Tether Anchorage Points ...49 Information (Multi) Display ...69 INFO Button... Parking Message .. 78 Lights Bulb Replacement ...302 Indicator ...63 Setup...106 Turn Signal ...65, 304, 306 Load Limits...243 LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ...128 VI 2008 TSX
Owner's Manual
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......310 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...294 V Vanity Mirror ...152 Vehicle Capacity Load ...243 Vehicle Dimensions...350 Vehicle Identification Number...348 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...268 Activation Indicator ...65, 268 Message ...82 WARNING, Explanation of ...iii Warning Labels, Location of ...56 Warranty Coverages ...367 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid..., Windshield Changing Blades ...312 Operation ...120 Worn Tires ...316 Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...345 X XM Radio ...179 Y Your Vehicle at a Glance ...3 Your Vehicle's Safety Features...7 INDEX 2008 TSX XI
......310 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...294 V Vanity Mirror ...152 Vehicle Capacity Load ...243 Vehicle Dimensions...350 Vehicle Identification Number...348 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...268 Activation Indicator ...65, 268 Message ...82 WARNING, Explanation of ...iii Warning Labels, Location of ...56 Warranty Coverages ...367 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid..., Windshield Changing Blades ...312 Operation ...120 Worn Tires ...316 Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...345 X XM Radio ...179 Y Your Vehicle at a Glance ...3 Your Vehicle's Safety Features...7 INDEX 2008 TSX XI