Acura 2011 TSX - Manual (Page 67)

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
• Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON II , and
goes off either when the engine
starts or after several seconds
if the engine is not started. If
"readiness codes" have not been
set, it blinks five times before it
goes off.
• Comes on if there is a problem
with the emissions control system.
• Blinks when a misfire in the
engine's cylinders is detected.
• Readiness codes are part of the on
board diagnostics for the emissions
control systems.
 Î Readiness Codes P.309
• Comes on during driving - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer.
• Blinks during driving - Stop in a safe
place where there are no flammable
objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes
or more, and wait for it to cool down.
Then, take the vehicle to a dealer.
 Î If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks P.291
Charging System
Indicator
• Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON II , and
goes off when the engine starts.
• Comes on when the battery is not
charging.
• Comes on during driving - Turn off
the climate control system and rear
defogger in order to reduce electricity
consumption.
 Î If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On P.290
Transmission
Indicator
(Shift position
indicator )*
• Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
II , then goes off.
• Blinks if the transmission system
has a problem.
• Blinks during driving - Avoid
sudden starts and acceleration and
have the vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
* Not available on all models
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