Acura 2011 TSX - Manual (Page 224)

Before Performing Maintenance
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Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your
vehicle in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell,
insufficient brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected
by a dealer. (Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep
your warranties in effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for detailed
maintenance and inspection information.
Types of Inspection and Maintenance
Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
Periodic inspections
Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly. •
Automatic Transmission Fluid Î P.242
Check the brake fluid level monthly. •
Brake/Clutch Fluid Î P.244
Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign •
objects.
Checking and Maintaining Tires Î P.259
Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly. •
Replacing Light Bulbs Î P.247
Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. •
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades Î P.257
Inspection and Maintenance
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment
or individuals using parts that are "certified"
to EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure
to perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services
should be performed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
Maintenance Service Items Î P.227
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills and tools, purchase the
service manual.
Authorized Manual Î P.313
If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills
first.
After performing maintenance, update the records
in the separate maintenance booklet.
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