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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Acura TSX cars and light trucks from 1990+

Air Bag System Precautions -> Acura -> Arming -> 1990-96 -> 1997-2004
Vehicle: 2004 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

1990-96
  • Disconnect red short connectors and place in holders.
  • Connect air bag module electrical connector.
  • Connect battery cables.
  • Turn ignition switch to On position, SRS lamp should illuminate for six seconds then go out.
  • Turn radio On, when word CODE appears enter 5 digit protection number.
1997-2004
  • Disconnect air bag module electrical connectors.
  • On RSX, TL & TSX models, connect seat belt and seat belt buckle tensioners electrical connectors.
  • On MDX, 3.2CL and 3.2TL models, connect seat belt tensioner electrical c...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Acura TSX cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Acura -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Precautions -> Radio Coded Theft Protection System
Vehicle: 2004 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

Radio Coded Theft Protection System

Anti-theft radios have a coded theft protection circuit. The security code number must be obtained before disconnecting battery, removing radio fuse or ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Acura -> Component Locations -> MDX, RSX, TL, TSX, 3.2CL, 1999-03 3.2TL & 2005-06 RL
Vehicle: 2005 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

On MDX, RSX, TL, TSX, 3.2CL, 1999-03 3.2TL and 20...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Acura TSX cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 Acura TSX V6 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Lift up locking tab on spindle nut then remove nut.
  • Drain transmission fluid, then reinstall drain plug using new washer.
  • Hold stabilizer ball joint pin with hex wrench and remove flange nut then separate from stabilizer link from lower arm.
  • Remove self-locking nut with 12mm dampner fork mounting bolt. and 10mm dampner pinch bolt then remove dampner fork.
  • Remove cotter pin from lower arm ball joint castle nut and remove nut then separate lower ball joint lower ar...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Relearn Procedures -> Less Scan Tool -> With Scan Tool
Vehicle: 2007 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

When replacing the TPMS control unit, use a scan tool to memorize sensor IDs.

Less Scan Tool

After rotating the tires or replacing a tire pressure sensor, drive vehicle for at least 40 seconds at a speed of 15 mph or more. All sensor ID's will be memorized automatically. If replacing a tire pressure sensor, ensure vehicle is at least 10 feet from any tire pressure sensor not installed on vehicle.

After the IDs have been memorized, reduce the pressure in all four tires to less than the recommended specification, then check to see that the four tire indicators come On. After compl...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Acura TSX cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect starter cable and solenoid terminal wire.
  • Remove two mounting bolts and starter motor.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting t...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Acura -> 2004-08 TSX
Vehicle: 2006 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

On 2004-05 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles or 24 months. If the vehicle is operated primarily in urban areas with high concentrations of soot and diesel powered vehicles, replace the filter every 15,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

On 2006-08 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced at Maintenance Minder Indicator Symbol 2. If the vehicle is operated primarily in urban areas with high concentrations of soot and diesel powered vehicles, replace the filter every 15,000 miles. The f...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Acura -> Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Warning Lamp -> 2004-09 TSX
Vehicle: 2008 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

The VSA warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. The lamp monitors the condition of the anti-lock brake system. It will be lit during engine start-up, but should go off when the self-diagnostic system determines that the system is operating properly. If the lamp remains lit, a fault in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. Even though the system is operating properly, the activation indicator may come on if the VSA switch has been manually turned O...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Acura TSX cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2004 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse proc...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Steering Wheel Diagram for 2006 Acura TSX  2.4 L4 GASSteering Wheel Diagram for 2006 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Steering Wheel
  • Airbag Inflator Connector
  • Horn Switch Connector
  • Keyless Transmitter Diagram for 2008 Acura TSX  2.4 L4 GASKeyless Transmitter Diagram for 2008 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Keyless Transmitter
  • Driving Position Memory Switch 1
  • Driving Position Memory Switch 2
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 Acura TSX  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Supplemental Restraint System
  • Supplemental Restraint System Indicator
  • Gauge Control Module
  • 2006 Acura TSX  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • Horn
  • Horn Switch
  • Relay Control Module
  • Select/ Reset/ Information Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECOMMENDED MATERIALS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Seals, Gaskets, Sealants
  • Document: AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver) In-Warranty Exchange/Out-of-Warranty Repair
    Vehicle: 2010 Acura TSX 2.4 L4 GAS

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Acura TSX AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Acura TSX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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