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 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/FOG LIGHTS (P.121-122) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123) WINDSHIELD...
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 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/FOG LIGHTS (P.121-122) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123) WINDSHIELD...
Owner's Manual
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... ...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... Lights ...153 Interior Convenience Items ...155 Beverage Holders ...156 Accessory Power Sockets...156 Console Compartment ...157 Sunglasses Holder ...158 Glove Box ...158 Instruments and Controls 2008 TSX 59
... ...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... Lights ...153 Interior Convenience Items ...155 Beverage Holders ...156 Accessory Power Sockets...156 Console Compartment ...157 Sunglasses Holder ...158 Glove Box ...158 Instruments and Controls 2008 TSX 59
Owner's Manual
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Press the INFO button on (see page 121 . Most of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches E. 66 2008 TSX On Canadian models, this indicator comes on the multiinformation display (see page 75 ). It comes on , there is about 2.3 U.S. You will also see a...FUEL LOW'' message on along with other indicators in the fuel gauge. gal (8.6 ) of the time, this indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. When the indicator comes on as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. This indicator is a system message on with...
Press the INFO button on (see page 121 . Most of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches E. 66 2008 TSX On Canadian models, this indicator comes on the multiinformation display (see page 75 ). It comes on , there is about 2.3 U.S. You will also see a...FUEL LOW'' message on along with other indicators in the fuel gauge. gal (8.6 ) of the time, this indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. When the indicator comes on as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. This indicator is a system message on with...
Owner's Manual
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... Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Check DRL System Cruise Control Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Instruments and Controls U.S. The Cruise Control indicator in the high beam headlight's circuit, you will also come on cruise control operation. If you set the cruise control. CONTINUED...
... Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Check DRL System Cruise Control Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Instruments and Controls U.S. The Cruise Control indicator in the high beam headlight's circuit, you will also come on cruise control operation. If you set the cruise control. CONTINUED...
Owner's Manual
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...RELOCK TIMER 30 sec 60 sec 90 sec WITH VEH SPD INTERMITTENT 115 WIPER SETUP (P.117) FRONT WIPER ACTION 117 : Default setting 2008 TSX 89 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Customize Entry CHG SETTING (P.92) Customize Group LIGHTING SETUP (P.106) Customize Menu ...INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER Description Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights stay on after you press the LOCK button twice. A...
...RELOCK TIMER 30 sec 60 sec 90 sec WITH VEH SPD INTERMITTENT 115 WIPER SETUP (P.117) FRONT WIPER ACTION 117 : Default setting 2008 TSX 89 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Customize Entry CHG SETTING (P.92) Customize Group LIGHTING SETUP (P.106) Customize Menu ...INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER Description Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights stay on after you press the LOCK button twice. A...
Owner's Manual
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... Light Dimming Time The interior lights fade out when you press the INFO button, the display changes between ''INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME'' and ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER.'' To make your selection, press the SEL/RESET button. Press the SEL/RESET button. Each time you press the INFO ...wheel. Each time you close all doors. The display changes to ''60 sec.'' To make your selection, press the SEL/RESET button. 106 2008 TSX The display changes as shown above . Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup There are two custom settings in the Lighting ...
... Light Dimming Time The interior lights fade out when you press the INFO button, the display changes between ''INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME'' and ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER.'' To make your selection, press the SEL/RESET button. Press the SEL/RESET button. Each time you press the INFO ...wheel. Each time you close all doors. The display changes to ''60 sec.'' To make your selection, press the SEL/RESET button. 106 2008 TSX The display changes as shown above . Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup There are two custom settings in the Lighting ...
Owner's Manual
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... above . Each time you will see the above display for several seconds, and then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' 108 2008 TSX When your selection. Then press the INFO button to enter your selection is entered, you press the INFO button, the highlighted number changes... button repeatedly until the desired time appears, then press the SEL/RESET button to display ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER'' as shown above . Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer While the multi-information display shows ''LIGHTING SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET ...
... above . Each time you will see the above display for several seconds, and then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' 108 2008 TSX When your selection. Then press the INFO button to enter your selection is entered, you press the INFO button, the highlighted number changes... button repeatedly until the desired time appears, then press the SEL/RESET button to display ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER'' as shown above . Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer While the multi-information display shows ''LIGHTING SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET ...
Owner's Manual
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To exit ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER,'' press the INFO button until you will see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. Instruments and Controls If you fail to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' 2008 TSX 109 The display goes back to enter your selection, you see the above display for ...several seconds, then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display The headlights, parking lights, taillights,...
To exit ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER,'' press the INFO button until you will see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. Instruments and Controls If you fail to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' 2008 TSX 109 The display goes back to enter your selection, you see the above display for ...several seconds, then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display The headlights, parking lights, taillights,...
Owner's Manual
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Refer to the 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 ... 2 MULTI-INFORMATION (P.214) BUTTONS (P.71, 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. 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 ... 2 MULTI-INFORMATION (P.214) BUTTONS (P.71, 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.
Owner's Manual
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...Turn signal 2. Fog lights off 8. The lever will hear a reminder chime when you leave the light switch on and turn . Off 3. Headlights 5. Headlights Turning the switch on the left turn and up to signal a right turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position. CONTINUED... when you release it . Turning the switch to the position turns on 2008 TSX 121 Parking and indicator lights 4. Fog lights on the headlights. High beams 6. Main Menu Table Of Contents Turn Signals and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the left lever to signal a left lever...
...Turn signal 2. Fog lights off 8. The lever will hear a reminder chime when you leave the light switch on and turn . Off 3. Headlights 5. Headlights Turning the switch on the left turn and up to signal a right turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position. CONTINUED... when you release it . Turning the switch to the position turns on 2008 TSX 121 Parking and indicator lights 4. Fog lights on the headlights. High beams 6. Main Menu Table Of Contents Turn Signals and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the left lever to signal a left lever...
Owner's Manual
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... on until you hear a click. This feature activates if you set the parking brake. 122 2008 TSX They remain on again when you turn the ignition switch off, even if you leave the headlight switch in the off or onto high beam. Pull it back to return to the ON (... and release the parking brake. The lights will go off after 10 minutes. If you hold the lever back. Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights, Automatic Lighting Off Feature, Daytime Running Lights High Beams To switch from the ignition switch and closing the driver's door. Daytime Running Lights (...
... on until you hear a click. This feature activates if you set the parking brake. 122 2008 TSX They remain on again when you turn the ignition switch off, even if you leave the headlight switch in the off or onto high beam. Pull it back to return to the ON (... and release the parking brake. The lights will go off after 10 minutes. If you hold the lever back. Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights, Automatic Lighting Off Feature, Daytime Running Lights High Beams To switch from the ignition switch and closing the driver's door. Daytime Running Lights (...
Owner's Manual
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...-information display shows a ''DRL OFF'' message, the daytime running lights are off. If you hear a click will cancel the reduced brightness. 2008 TSX 123 The level of the instrument panel lights. Turning the select/reset knob fully to the right until you see a ''CHECK DRL SYSTEM'' message...on the multiinformation display, there is shown on the multi-information display while you adjust it checked. Follow the procedure in the high beam headlight's circuit. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it . To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you ...
...-information display shows a ''DRL OFF'' message, the daytime running lights are off. If you hear a click will cancel the reduced brightness. 2008 TSX 123 The level of the instrument panel lights. Turning the select/reset knob fully to the right until you see a ''CHECK DRL SYSTEM'' message...on the multiinformation display, there is shown on the multi-information display while you adjust it checked. Follow the procedure in the high beam headlight's circuit. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it . To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you ...
Owner's Manual
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... Memory System, Mirrors Any of Park (A/T), or into reverse (M/T). Shifting out of these actions will go out. Instruments and Controls If desired, you start driving. 2008 TSX 145 Be sure to change the memorized position, the indicator in the memory button will stop the system's automatic seat adjustment: Pressing either memory button... this feature. When it in its memorized position. Press the button again to reduce glare. If you change the seat position after it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you must store it is in the driver's seat position memory.
... Memory System, Mirrors Any of Park (A/T), or into reverse (M/T). Shifting out of these actions will go out. Instruments and Controls If desired, you start driving. 2008 TSX 145 Be sure to change the memorized position, the indicator in the memory button will stop the system's automatic seat adjustment: Pressing either memory button... this feature. When it in its memorized position. Press the button again to reduce glare. If you change the seat position after it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you must store it is in the driver's seat position memory.
Owner's Manual
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...the vehicle, press the LOCK button on the ''SECURITY RELOCK TIMER'' setting) after you the system is set , the horn will cause it . 2008 TSX 205 The security system automatically sets 15 seconds (depending on the remote transmitter within 5 seconds. This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then the system ...the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to break into your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flash if someone attempts to show you lock the doors, hood, and trunk.
...the vehicle, press the LOCK button on the ''SECURITY RELOCK TIMER'' setting) after you the system is set , the horn will cause it . 2008 TSX 205 The security system automatically sets 15 seconds (depending on the remote transmitter within 5 seconds. This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then the system ...the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to break into your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flash if someone attempts to show you lock the doors, hood, and trunk.
Owner's Manual
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... tire pressure monthly. Lights Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. If you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. See page 236 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Owner's Maintenance Checks... tread for wear and foreign objects. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 302 . 288 2008 TSX
... tire pressure monthly. Lights Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. If you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. See page 236 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Owner's Maintenance Checks... tread for wear and foreign objects. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 302 . 288 2008 TSX
Owner's Manual
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... lit. High voltage can cause the bulb to examine or change a low beam headlight bulb yourself. If you should be required. Adjustments should not attempt to overheat and shatter. 302 2008 TSX Replacing a High Beam Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs, one on the glass can remain in the trunk or pull a trailer...
... lit. High voltage can cause the bulb to examine or change a low beam headlight bulb yourself. If you should be required. Adjustments should not attempt to overheat and shatter. 302 2008 TSX Replacing a High Beam Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs, one on the glass can remain in the trunk or pull a trailer...
Owner's Manual
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...electrical connector onto the socket. Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Pull the bulb straight out of the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 304 2008 TSX Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 6. Make sure the bulb is right... side up; Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it in place, and clip the end into the headlight assembly. Insert the socket back ...
...electrical connector onto the socket. Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Pull the bulb straight out of the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 304 2008 TSX Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 6. Make sure the bulb is right... side up; Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it in place, and clip the end into the headlight assembly. Insert the socket back ...
Owner's Manual
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To change the bulb on the driver's side, start the engine, turn counterclockwise. 5. Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it bottoms. Maintenance CONTINUED 2008 TSX 305 Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it one-quarter turn the steering wheel all the way to remove the two holding ...
To change the bulb on the driver's side, start the engine, turn counterclockwise. 5. Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it bottoms. Maintenance CONTINUED 2008 TSX 305 Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it one-quarter turn the steering wheel all the way to remove the two holding ...
Owner's Manual
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Push a new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms, and reinstall the socket into the headlight assembly. Reinstall the light assembly cover. 306 2008 TSX Turn on the center. Open the trunk. 2. Remove the socket by turning it clockwise until it one-quarter turn counterclockwise, and pull the bulb straight ...
Push a new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms, and reinstall the socket into the headlight assembly. Reinstall the light assembly cover. 306 2008 TSX Turn on the center. Open the trunk. 2. Remove the socket by turning it clockwise until it one-quarter turn counterclockwise, and pull the bulb straight ...
Owner's Manual
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... noise of the engine trying to start up and run. Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. Check the condition of the Unexpected 2008 TSX 329 You can hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it must be in Park or neutral. The engine...START (III) position. Turn the ignition switch to determine the problem. You will not operate. See Jump Starting on page 331 . If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all , the battery is probably something wrong with...
... noise of the engine trying to start up and run. Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. Check the condition of the Unexpected 2008 TSX 329 You can hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it must be in Park or neutral. The engine...START (III) position. Turn the ignition switch to determine the problem. You will not operate. See Jump Starting on page 331 . If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all , the battery is probably something wrong with...