keyless Acura TLX 2015 Owner's Guide

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uuOpening and Closing the Trunk uUsing the Trunk Release Button
Controls
Using the Trunk Release Button
Push up the release button on the trunk lid
after the doors are unlocked.2 When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 517Even if the trunk is locked, you can open the
trunk if you carry the keyless access remote.
u The beeper will sound.
Using the Remote Transmitter
Press the trunk release button for
approximately one second to unlock and open
the trunk.
1Using the Trunk Release Button•Do not leave the keyless access remote in the
vehicle when you get out. Carry it with you.•Even if you are not carrying the keyless access
remote, you can unlock the trunk while someone
else with the remote is within range.•Do not leave the keyless access remote inside the
trunk and close the lid. The beeper sounds and the
trunk cannot be closed.
Trunk
Release
Button
Trunk
Release
ButtonTrunk
Release
Button

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uuOpening and Closing the Trunk uTrunk Main Switch
Controls
Trunk Main Switch
The trunk main switch disables the trunk
release button on the remote transmitter, the
trunk release button on the trunk lid and
trunk release on the driver side control panel
to protect cargo in the trunk.
1. Make sure the rear seat-back is not folded
down.
2. Turn off the trunk main switch in the glove
box.
3. Lock the glove box.
Emergency Trunk Opener
The trunk release lever allows you to open the
trunk from inside for your safety.
Slide the release lever in the direction of the
arrow.
1Trunk Main Switch
If you need to give the key to someone else, remove
the built-in key from the keyless access remote by
sliding the release knob, and give the remote as a
valet key.
Main Switch
OFFON
1Emergency Trunk Opener
Parents should decide if their children should be
shown how to use this feature.
Lever

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Controls
Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system with the keyless
access remote.Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or keyless access system.
However, the alarm goes off when a door is opened with the key, then the shift
lever
* is moved out of
(P
or the hood is opened before the power mode is set to
ON.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the remote transmitter or keyless access system. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1 Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the keyless access remote in the vehicle can
result in theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models

uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
156Controls
■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 remote
transmitter, or you grab any door handle while carrying the keyless access remote,
or the power mode is set to ON. The security system indicator goes off at the same
time.
1 Security 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.•Moving the shift lever
* out of
(P.
•Opening the hood with the hood release.
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 remote transmitter or
keyless access system.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering WheelENGINE START/STOP Button*1:Canadian models■
Changing the Power Mode
1ENGINE START/STOP Button
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the keyless access
remote is inside the vehicle.
The engine may also run if the keyless access remote
is close to the door or window, even if it is outside the
vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is off, if the engine is running.
If the keyless access remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message appears on the multi-infor mation
display. 2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 496
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON
when you get out.
Operating Range
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in the button is off.
The steering wheel is locked
*1.
The power to all electrical
components is turned off.
Press the button without
the shift lever in
( P.
Without
pressing the
brake pedal ACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on.
Indicator in the button blinks
(from ON to ACCESSORY).
Operate the audio system
and other accessories in this
position.
ON
Indicator in the button is on.
All electrical components can
be used.
Indicator
Indicator
Models with shift lever
Models with electronic
gear selector
Shift to
(P then press the
button. Press the button.
Shift to
(
P.
U.S. models

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button
162Controls
If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the transmission in
(P
and the
power mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automatically goes into the mode similar to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid the battery drain.
When in this mode:
The steering wheel does not lock.
You cannot lock or unlock doors with the remote transmitter or the keyless access
system.
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times to switch the mode to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
If you open the driver’s door when the power mode is set to ACCESSORY, a warning
buzzer sounds.
■
Automatic Power Off
■
Power Mode Reminder
1 Changing the Power Mode
If the power mode does not change from VEHICLE
OFF to ACCESSORY, press the ENGINE START/STOP
button while moving the steering wheel left and
right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing the
mode to change.Canadian models
Canadian models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button
Controls
Warning buzzers may sound from inside or/
and outside the vehicle to remind you that the
keyless access remote is out of the vehicle. If
the buzzer continues even after the remote is
put back inside, place it to be within its
operational range.■When the power mode is in ON
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed,
warning buzzers sound from both inside and
outside the vehicle. A warning message on
the multi-information display notifies the
driver inside that the remote is out.■When the power mode is in
ACCESSORY
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed, a
warning buzzer sounds from outside the
vehicle.
■
Keyless Access Remote Reminder
1 Keyless Access Remote Reminder
When the keyless access remote is within the
system’s operational range, and the driver’s door is
closed, the warning function cancels.
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the vehicle
after the engine has been started, you can no longer
change the ENGINE START/STOP button mode or
restart the engine. Al ways make sure if the remote is
in your vehicle when you operate the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
Removing the keyless access remote from the vehicle
through a window does not activate the warning
buzzer.
Do not put the keyless access remote on the
dashboard or in the glove box. It may cause the
warning buzzer to go off. Under some other
conditions that can prevent the vehicle from locating
the remote, the warning buzzer may also go off even
if the remote is withi n the system’s operational
range.
Models with full color displayModels without full color display

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDriving Position Memory System
Controls
Driving Position Memory SystemYou can store two driver’s seat (except for power lumbar) and door mirror positions
with the driving position memory system.
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter, or keyless
access system, the seat and door mirrors adjust automatically to one of the two
preset positions.
The multi-information display shows you which remote transmitter you used to
unlock the vehicle when you enter.
• DRIVER 1 transmitter is linked to memory button 1.
• DRIVER 2 transmitter is linked to memory button 2.
The driver’s seat moves rearward depending
on the set seating position once you
•Stop the vehicle.
• Put the transmission in
(P
.
• Turn the engine off.
• Then open the driver’s door.
Once the power mode is in the ACCESSORY
position, the driver’s seat moves forward to
the DRIVER 1 or 2 preset position.
1 Driving Position Memory System
Using the audio/information screen or multi-
information display, you can disable the automatic
seat and door mirror adjustment function.
2 Customized Features P. 126, 259
The driver’s seat easy exit feature:•Can be turned ON/OFF. 2Customized Features P. 126
System Operation
The system will not operate if:•The vehicle speed is above 3 mph (5 km/h).•Either memory position button is pressed while the
seat is in motion.•The seat position is adjusted while in operation.•The memory 1 or 2 position is set fully to the rear.
DRIVER 1 DRIVER 2

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Features
“Trip A” Reset Timing“Trip B” Reset Timing

Language Selection
Adjust Outside Temp. Display




Forward Collision Warning Distance
*
ACC Forward Vehicle Detect Beep
*

Turn by Turn Display
*
Default

Door Unlock Mode
Keyless Access Light Flash


Interior Light Dimming TimeHeadlight Auto Off TimerAuto Light Sensitivity
Vehicle
Settings
Meter SetupDriver Assist
System
SetupKeyless Access
SetupLighting Setup
Keyless Access Beep
Lane Keeping Assist Suspend Beep
*
Blind Spot Info
*
Auto Seatbelt Tension
*

Driving
Position Setup
Road Departure Mitigation Setting
*
ACC Display Speed Unit
*
Remote Start System On/Off
*
Memory Position Link
Keyless Access Beep Volume
Auto Engine Idle Stop Guidance Screens
*
* Not available on all models

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uuCustomized Features u
Features


Default

Fixed GuidelineDynamic Guideline


Default
Sound
Source Select Popup
Audio
Settings

Maintenance Reset
Maintenance Info.

Preferred IDS Mode
IDS Setup

Camera
Settings
*1


DefaultCamera
Settings
*2
Fixed GuidelineDynamic Guideline

Rear
Camera

Cross Traffic Monitor
*1: Models without cross traffic monitor
*2: Models with cross traffic monitor


See the Navigation System Manual.
Navi
Settings
Key And Remote Unlock ModeKeyless Lock Answer BackSecurity Relock Timer
Auto Door LockAuto Door Unlock


Door
Setup
Cover Art
*3
Connect Bluetooth Audio Device
*3
Bluetooth Device List
*3
*3: May change depending on your currently
selected source.