Acura TSX Second generation (CU2) (2009 - 2010)



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Second generation (CU2) of Acura TSX has been in production since 2009 by 2010.

In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Second generation (CU2) is longer than the previous generation by 2.1 inches , is wider by 3 inches , is lower by 0.7 inches. The weight of the car has increased by 143 lbs.

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Acura TSX Second generation (CU2) dimensions and specs


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Second generation (CU2)
Body style Sedan, Wagon
Engine options K24Z3, 2.4L I-4, 201 HP, 172 lb/ft
J35Z6, 3.5L V-6, 280 HP, 254 lb/ft
Length 185.6 - 186.2 in
Width 72.4 - 72.5 in
Height 56.6 - 56.7 in
Wheelbase 106.4 - 106.6 in
Curb weight 3400 - 3680 lbs
Number of doors 4
Seating capacity 5
Front hip room 55.60 in
Rear hip room 54.20 in
Front Headroom 37.60 in
Rear Headroom 37.00 in
Front shoulder room 57.80 in
Rear shoulder room 56.10 in
Fuel tank capacity 18.50 gal
MPG (City/Highway) 18 - 20/27 - 28
Payload capacity 850 lb
Towing capacity 1000 lbs
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph 6.6 - 7.1 sec
¼ mile time 14.8 - 15.6 sec

Acura TSX Common Problems generations


Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Acura TSX Second generation (CU2) production period from 2009 to 2010 drivers have reported 141 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, SERVICE BRAKES.
Model Year Complaints
2010 TSX
55
2009 TSX
86

Problem Category Number of Problems
AIR BAGS
on the afternoon of june 19th i arrived at my destination put the vehicle in park and was sitting in...
40
~ 172267 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
my 2009 acura tsx needs brakes at 25 000 miles when on average brakes should be changed at 50 000.
21
~ 21898 miles
SERVICE BRAKES
i took my 2010 acura tsx in for periodic maintenance (a-1). i was advised by the service representative that my...
15
~ 49454 miles
ENGINE
2010 acura tsx. consumer writes in regards to check engine light and vsa light issues. *smd the dealer found the...
13
~ 72905 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2010 acura tsx. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was...
12
~ 30371 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
this is a 2009 acura tsx. while driving there is a rattle-type sound that comes from the engine. took the...
7
~ 1914 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE
windshield side trim assembly part number acura part no.: 73162-tl2-305za become loose. it can cause serious accident and/or injuries to...
6
~ 40488 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
this tsx has had three different door lock actuators go out. passenger door at 30k mikes driver door at 45k...
6
~ 12718 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
it was approximately 8:00 am conditions were clear and the temperature was 51 degrees. i was at a full stop...
6
~ 1634 miles
POWER TRAIN
brake pedal is freezing. why is this not a recall!? it was a cold morning (3 degrees f). i warmed...
5
~ 50140 miles
STEERING
my husband and i purchased a 2010 acura tsx with approximately 50 miles on the odometer. when the vehicle reached...
5
~ 47670 miles
WHEELS
passenger side rear wheel lower control arm b bolt fell off. the bottom of that wheel was jutting out while...
4
~ 35200 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
the speed did not go down quickly when i broke. i gassed a little bit then did brake 2-4 seconds
3
~ 94359 miles
EQUIPMENT
the speakers in technology package are getting fried these speakers are used to give information about navigation and voice commands...
3
~ 8267 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
my 2010 acura tsx has less than 23 000 miles and it has not been involved in any accidents. recently...
3
~ 19795 miles
VISIBILITY
when it rains the drivers' side windshield wiper drags back water onto the windshield right in my line of sight....
3
~ 6843 miles
TIRES
michelin pilot hx mxm4 came installed on my 2010 acura tsx. at 220 miles tire developed a bubble and at...
3
~ 22540 miles
SEAT BELTS
i bought a 2010 acura in april of 2010. through out the summer there would be times when i would...
3
~ 5133 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
haze over light...
2
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
in slippery conditions such as rain if you need to accelerate the traction control cuts power practically completely so if...
2
~ 89000 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES
michelin pilot hx mxm4 came installed on my 2010 acura tsx. at 220 miles tire developed a bubble and at...
2
~ 3810 miles
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE
noise coming from 2009 acura tax rearend driverside. piping noise can be heard when stopping and accelerating. there is a...
2
~ 7150 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
engine pinging/knocking noise. tried the highest octane gasoline from various gas stations between 8/2008 to current (4/1/09). currently vehicle at...
2
~ 5000 miles
STRUCTURE
bought car new may 2008 manual 6 speed. have had many repairs:brakes x4 antenna driver's seat molding air bags...
1
~ 136000 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY
while driving to work on route 80 in paterson nj on 8/5/13 i heard a loud pop that sounded like...
1
~ 75000 miles
SUSPENSION
passenger side rear wheel lower control arm b bolt fell off. the bottom of that wheel was jutting out while...
1
~ 23900 miles
ALLEGED COUNTERFEIT AIR BAG > AIR BAGS
recieved a email about an air bag that was recently purchase that the air bag may be a counterfeit from
1
~ 51938 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
fast burning of oil. ...
1
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS
driver air bag did not deploy during the high speed impact on passenger side. three of four air bags did
1
~ 20800 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION
my husband and i purchased a 2010 acura tsx with approximately 50 miles on the odometer. when the vehicle reached...
1
~ 350 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY
2010 acura tsx. consumer writes in regards to check engine light and vsa light issues. *smd the dealer found the...
1
WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION
2010 acura tsx. consumer writes in regards to check engine light and vsa light issues. *smd the dealer found the...
1
SEAT HEATER/COOLER > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS
2010 acura tsx. consumer writes in regards to check engine light and vsa light issues. *smd the dealer found the...
1
PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
tl* the contact owns a 2009 acura tsx. he states that while braking he heard screeching and grinding noises.this has...
1
~ 13353 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
ran into bear while traveling down route 58 east boydnton va air bag of driver did not deploy but air
1
~ 15410 miles

How to improve the appearance of your Acura TSX and to make it look younger?


Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Acura TSX to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.

However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.

Body kits

  • Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Protector Body Kit with Adjustable 10'-13' Support Splitter Rod Compatible with Honda Accord Civic, Volkswagen MK5 MK6 MK7, Black w/Red

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    • 10 pieces super bright 3W each eagle eye LED lights (30W total)
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Fender flares

  • EZ Flares – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 1-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...

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  • EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 2-Inch Fender Flares

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    • MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip,Bumper Shield Retainer Clip Assortment 6506007AA 68039280-AA 6030441 for Jeep Wrangler Chrysler Ford GMC [60 Pcs] + Bonus Fastener Remover

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    • 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
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  • Xotic Tech Carbon Fiber Style Car Wheel Eyebrow Arch Trim Lips Strip Fender Flare Protector Universal

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    • 4 pieces of Carbon Fiber Texture Car Wheel Eyebrow Protector Arch Trim.
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  • Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Flare Moulding Clips - Compatible with: Chrysler, Jeep - Wrangler, Liberty - Replaces OEM #: 55157055-AA, 55157065-AA, 68039280-AA

    Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...

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  • 50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim Fastener, Fender Flare Retainer Clips Compatible with 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, RAV4, Tacoma - Replace OEM: 75495-35010 75397-35010

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Rims

  • All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips for Curb Rash Prevention – Universal Fit (Black)

    All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...

    • Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
    • 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
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  • TOUREN TR60 3260 Wheel 17X7.5 5X100/5X114.3 Offset 42 Full Matte Black

    TOUREN TR60 3260 Wheel 17X7.5 5X100/5X11...

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  • VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Luminous Skull Tire Air Valves Stem Caps,Night Glow Luminous Wheels Cap Tire Valve Stem,Tire Valve Caps Wheel Rim Dust Cover for Car Truck Motorcycles SUVs (Red)

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  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(BLACK)

    Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...

    • If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
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  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(silver)

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    • If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
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  • OE Wheels LLC 17 inch Rim Fits Acura TL Wheel AC04 17x8 Silver Wheel Hollander 71762

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    • Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 8543646
    • Lifetime structural, one year face finish warranty.
    • Center cap included, factory center cap will interchange
    • Lugs/Bolts/Locks/TPMS are NOT Included.
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Compatible, Click "See more product details"...

Coilovers

  • MOSTPLUS Full Coilovers Struts Compatible for 2008-2012 Honda Accord/2009-2014 Acura TSX Shock Absorber Assembly (Set of 4)

    MOSTPLUS Full Coilovers Struts Compatibl...

    • [Application] --- Compatible with 2009-2014 Acura TSX; Compatible with 2008-2012 Honda Accord. [ NOTE: These Coilovers Strut will "Lowering your car" about 5~10CM, DOES NOT keep to Original Ride Height ]
    • [Spring Rate] --- Front:...
  • Rev9 R9-HS2-038_2 Hyper-Street II Coilover Suspension Lowering Kit, Mono-Tube Shock w/ 32 Click Rebound Setting, Full Length Adjustable, compatible with Acura TSX (CU) 2009-14

    Rev9 R9-HS2-038_2 Hyper-Street II Coilov...

    • Compatible With Acura TSX (CU) 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
    • Spring Rate: Front - 8 kg/mm (448 lbs/inch) | Rear - 6 kg/mm (336 lbs/inch) // Top Mount: Yes, Standard Top Mount | Yes,...
  • Rev9 R9-HPX-1123_2 Hyper-Street ONE Coilover Lowering Kit, Adjustable, Compatible With Acura TSX (CU) 2009-14

    Rev9 R9-HPX-1123_2 Hyper-Street ONE Coil...

    • Compatible With Acura TSX (CU) 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
    • Spring Rate: Front - 10 kg/mm (560 lbs/inch) | Rear - 6 kg/mm (336 lbs/inch) // Damping Levels: 16 Levels // Top Mount: Front...
  • Godspeed MMX2530-A MAXX Coilovers Suspsension Lowering Kit, 40 Levels Damping, Full Adjustable

    Godspeed MMX2530-A MAXX Coilovers Suspse...

    • Compatible With Acura TSX (CU) 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014; Spring Rate (F/R): 14 kg/mm (784 lbs/inch)/8 kg/mm (448 lbs/inch)
    • Top Mount(Front): Yes, Standard Top Mount /// Top Mount(Rear): Yes, Standard Top Mount
    • Lowers...
  • Godspeed MSS0230-A compatible with Acura TSX (CU) 2009-14 MonoSS Coilovers Suspension Lowering Kit

    Godspeed MSS0230-A compatible with Acura...

    • Compatible With Acura TSX (CU) 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
    • Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 10 kg/mm/6 kg/mm; Damping Levels: 16 Rebound Force Levels
    • 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 16 Levels of Damping Adjustment...
  • Ksport Coilovers Suspension Kit CHD231-KP | Compatible with 08-12 Honda Accord - Kontrol Pro Adjustable Coilovers | Lowers Vehicle & Increases Handling Shock Absorber |

    Ksport Coilovers Suspension Kit CHD231-K...

    • 36-WAY ADJUSTABLE DAMPING - All Ksport coilovers offer 36 levels of damping which allow you the ability to perfectly dial in your coilover kit. Set damping to full soft for a nice comfortable cruising setting...

Decals

  • 24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker Large Funny Bandage Vinyl Decal for Car Truck Vehicle Window Funny Decals Automotive Decals

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  • 3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal, 2PCS 3.8' X 0.6' Patriotic Stars Stripe USA Flag Car Stickers for Laptop/Car/Truck/Window/Bumper

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  • 8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals Reflective Car Stickers Automotive Decals Hash Stripe Stickers for 18-21 Inch Wheels Tire Rim Safety Decoration Accessories (Red)

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Acura TSX specs
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Performance

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Exterior

Wheels
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Bulbs
Dimensions
Ground clearance
Weight
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Interior

Steering wheel
Speakers size
Upgrades

Maintenance

Towing Capacity
Oil Capacity
Wipers size
Fuses
Gas tank size
Battery size
Safety ratings
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