dead battery open trunk Acura ILX Hybrid 2013 Owner's Manual

uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
108Controls
When you carry the keyless access remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors and open the
trunk.
You can lock/unlock the doors within a radius
of about 32 inches (80 cm) of the outside door
handle. You can open the trunk within about
32 inches (80 cm) radius from the trunk
release button.
■Locking the vehicle
Press the door lock button on the front door.
uSome exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors lock; and the
security system sets.■Using the Keyless Access System
Door Lock Button
1Using the Keyless Access System
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead.
2Replacing the Button Battery P. 304
You can customize the door lock mode and keyless
lock acknowledgement setting.
2Customized Features P. 95•Do not leave the keyless access remote in the
vehicle when you get out. Carry it with you.•A person who is not carrying the keyless access
remote can lock/unlock the doors if a person who
is carrying it is within range.•The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the keyless access remote is within range.•If you grip a front door handle wearing gloves, the
door sensor may be slow to respond or may not
respond by unlocking the doors.•The door might not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that the door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.

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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
•The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
•The hood and trunk are closed.
•All doors are locked from outside with the key, remote transmitter or keyless
access system.■When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or remote
transmitter, or you grab either front door handle while carrying the keyless access
remote. The security system indicator goes off at the same time.
■The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
•The horn sounds.
•Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or set the power mode to ON.■Panic Mode
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the trunk with the trunk release or the
emergency trunk opener.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter,
or keyless access system.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
PANIC
Button

358Index
Maintenance (Checking the 12 Volt
Battery) .................................................. 303
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 304
Belts (Seat).................................................. 32
Beverage Holders...................................... 143
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 176
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 189
Booster Seats (For Children)....................... 65
Brake System............................................. 245
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 247
Brake Assist System ................................. 248
Brake System Indicator....................... 71, 338
Fluid ........................................................ 280
Foot Brake ............................................... 246
Indicator ............................................ 71, 338
Parking Brake .......................................... 245
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 131
Bulb Replacement..................................... 282
Back-Up Light Bulbs ................................. 290
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light
and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs ........... 288
Bulb Specifications ................................... 346
Fog Lights ................................................ 284
Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 286
Headlights ............................................... 282
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 291
Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs ............... 287
Rear License Plate Light............................ 291
CCarbon Monoxide Gas............................... 66
Carrying Cargo................................. 221, 223
CD Player................................................... 165
Certification Label.................................... 348
Changing Bulbs........................................ 282
Charge/Assist Gauge.................................. 86
Charging System Indicator................. 72, 336
Child Safety................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks............................. 112
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 117
Child Seat.................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 65
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 61
Larger Children ......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Using a Tether ........................................... 63
Childproof Door Locks............................. 112
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 308
Cleaning the Interior................................ 306
Client Service Information....................... 356
Climate Control System............................ 146
Changing the Mode ................................ 146
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 147
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 305
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 146Sensors ................................................... 149
Synchronized Mode ................................ 148
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 146
Clock......................................................... 104
Coat Hook................................................ 144
Compact Spare Tire (Optional)............... 321
Console Compartment............................. 142
Controls.................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 277
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 278
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 277
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 79
Overheating ............................................ 334
Creep Aid System..................................... 228
Creeping................................................... 230
Cruise Control.......................................... 237
Indicator ................................................... 80
Cup Holders.............................................. 143
Customized Features................................. 95
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 129
Dead Battery............................................ 331
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows................................................. 147
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 349
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 126
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 133
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 273