Your Acura CSX’s door ajar message can help you get a door all the way closed when you otherwise wouldn’t notice when it was open. Over the life of the vehicle, it is possible for the door ajar warning to stay on even when the doors are, in fact, not ajar. The door … Read more
Overheating is the worst thing that can happen to your Acura CSX’s transmission. An overheating transmission will drastically shorten its service life. If you suspect that your transmission is overheating, doing something about it now can keep you from an expensive transmission repair later. Low transmission fluid is the number one cause of an overheating … Read more
Your Acura CSX’s TCS light has two functions. The first function is to let you know that the Traction Control System (TCS) has been engaged. When it is actively engaged, it applies the brakes to whatever wheel is losing traction to help you maintain control over your CSX. The second function is to let you … Read more
When you start your Acura CSX, the OBD-II system runs a self diagnostic check on all major systems. If any of these checks fail, you will see a diagnostic warning light on the dash for the corresponding system. When the SRS system fails this check, you’ll see the SRS light. SRS stands for supplemental … Read more
P1457 is a common trouble code in vehicles made by Honda. It is a Honda specific code, which means that it has the same meaning in any vehicle manufactured by Honda (including Acura). P1457 indicates that there is a leakage coming from the EVAP canister system. It is typically caused by an issue with the … Read more
P2646 is a common diagnostic trouble code that affects Acura made vehicles, including the CSX. This code indicates that there is an issue with rocker arm oil pressure switch. The Rocker arm oil pressure switch verifies the correct oil pressure in the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) mechanism, and is often referred to as the … Read more
Your Acura CSX’s cooling system passes antifreeze throughout its engine. The main parts of the system are the thermostat, radiator, water pump, coolant itself, and the hoses. If any of these parts go bad, you may experience radiator a leak. A radiator leak is very common. You should notice the leak directly under your … Read more
One of the most common problems that can happen to a vehicle is a heater core leak. If your Acura CSX has a leaking heater core, it is not a breakdown risk. Although, it is necessary to make sure that the lost coolant is replaced. It can cause damage to the vehicle in other ways, … Read more
One of the most common problems that can occur in the life of a vehicle is a bad starter, that includes the Acura CSX. It is important to determine whether or not it’s a bad starter that is keeping the vehicle from turning over. If your CSX is not starting, don’t assume right away … Read more
P0720 is a generic OBD II trouble code, which means that it has the same meaning for your Acura CSX as it would any other vehicle. It indicates that your CSX’s OSS (Output Shaft Speed Sensor) is reporting a malfunction. It’s typically caused by a bad OSS, or a wiring problem. The OSS works by … Read more