Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Acura CSX Base, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Dynamic Route Guidance
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Acura TL, 2010 Acura TL, and 2009 Acura TL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The navigation unit can calculate different routes to a selected destination You have five options:
- Direct Route-Calculate a route that is the most direct
- Easy Route-Calculate a route that minimizes the number of turns needed
- Minimize Freeways-Calculate a route that avoids freeway travel If that is not possible, keep the amount of freeway travel to a minimum This is not selectable (button grayed out) for trips greater than 100 miles
- Minimize Toll Roads-Calculate a route that avoids, or minimizes travel on toll roads This is not selectable (button grayed out) for trips greater than 100 miles
- Maximize Freeways-Calculate a route that uses freeways as much as possible
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
