lock Acura TLX 2015 Owner's Guide

uuGauges and Multi- Information Display uMulti-Information Display
126Instrument Panel
Use the multi-information display to customize certain features.■How to customize
Select the Vehicle Settings screen by rolling the right selector wheel while the
power mode is in ON, and the vehicle is at a complete stop.
Push the right selector wheel.■
Customized Features
1 Customized Features
To customize other features, roll the right selector
wheel.
2 List of customizable options P. 129
2 Example of customization settings P. 134
Customization is possible when you see the driver’s
ID ( Driver 1 or Driver 2) on the screen.
The driver’s ID indicates which remote transmitter
you have used to unlock the driver’s door. The
customized settings are recalled every time you
unlock the driver’s door with that remote.
Change to
( P before you attempt to change any
customized setting.
Customizing is also available from the audio/
information screen.
You cannot have Vehicle Settings displayed on the
multi-information display while the audio/
information screen shows the same menu. 2 Customized Features P. 259
Right Selector Wheel
Roll : Changes the
customize menus and
items.
Push : Enters the selected
item.
Multi-information Display: Goes to Vehicle Settings.
Models without
full color display
Models with full
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■Customization flow
Roll the right selector wheel to select Vehicle Settings and push the right selector wheel.Vehicle Settings
“Trip A” Reset Timing
Language SelectionAdjust Outside Temp. DisplayMemory Position LinkDoor Unlock ModeKeyless Access Light Flash
Driver Assist System Setup
Meter Setup
Driving Position SetupKeyless Access Setup
“Trip B” Reset Timing
Turn by Turn Display
*
Forward Collision Warning Distance
*
ACC Forward Vehicle Detect Beep
*
Push
PushPush
Lane Keeping Assist Suspend Beep
*
Blind Spot Info
*
Seat Position Movement At Entry/Exit
Auto Seat Belt Tension
*
Roll
Keyless Access Beep
Push
Roll
PushPush
RollRollRoll
RollRollRoll
ACC Display Speed Unit
*
Road Departure Mitigation Setting
*
Remote Start System On/Off
*
Keyless Access Beep Volume
Auto Idle Stop Guidance Screens
*
Roll
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Exit
Door Setup
Maintenance Info.
Default AllLighting Setup
Key And Remote Unlock Mode
Auto Door Lock
Auto Door Unlock
Keyless Lock Answer BackSecurity Relock Timer
Interior Light Dimming Time
Headlight Auto Off Timer
Auto Light Sensitivity
PushPush
RollRoll
Roll
IDS Setup
Push
Preferred IDS Mode
Push
Push
Maintenance Reset
RollRoll
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*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable SettingsDriving
Position
Setup
Memory Position Link
Turns the driving position memory system on and
off.
On
*1/
Off
Seat Position Movement
At Entry/Exit
Depending on the set seating position the driver seat
may move forward or rearward when entering/
exiting the vehicle.
On
*1/Off
Auto Seat Belt Tension
*
Turns the auto seatbelt tension setting for the seat
belt e-pretensioner on and off.
On
*1/Off
Keyless
Access
Setup Door Unlock Mode
Changes which doors unlock when you grab the
driver’s door handle. Driver Door Only
*1/
All Doors
Keyless Access Beep
Volume Changes the beep volume.
High
*1/Low
Keyless Access Light
Flash Causes some exterior lights to flash when you
unlock/lock the doors.
On
*1/
Off
Keyless Access Beep Causes the beeper to sound when you unlock/lock
the doors. On*1/
Off
Remote Start System On/
Off
*
Turns the remote engine start feature on and off. On
*1/Off
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*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable SettingsLighting
Setup
Interior Light Dimming
Time
Changes the length of time the interior lights stay on
after you close the doors.
60sec
/30sec
*1/15sec
Headlight Auto Off
Timer
Changes the length of time the exterior lights stay
on after you close the driver’s door.
60sec /30sec /15sec
*1/ 0sec
Auto Light Sensitivity
Changes the timing for the headlights to come on.
Max /High /Mid
*1/Low/ Min
Door Setup Auto Door Lock
Changes the setting for when the doors
automatically lock. With Vehicle Speed
*1/
Shift
From P /Off
Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for when the doors
automatically unlock. All Doors When Driver’s
Door Opens
*1/
All Doors
When Shifted To Park /All
Doors When Ignition
Switched Off/Off
Key And Remote Unlock
Mode Sets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock
on the first operation of the remote or built-in key.
Driver Door*1/ All Doors
Keyless Lock Answer
Back LOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash.
LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds.
On
*1/
Off
Security Relock Timer Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and
the security system to set after you unlock the
vehicle without opening any door.
90sec
/60sec /30sec
*1

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 138
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 139
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength ......................................... 141
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 142
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 148
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 150
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 151
Opening and Closing the Trunk....... 152
Security System ................................ 155
Immobilizer System .......................... 155 Security System Alarm...................... 155
Opening and Closing the Windows
.... 158Opening and Closing the Moonroof
....... 160
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 161
Turn Signals ..................................... 164
Light Switches.................................. 165
Fog Lights
*...................................... 168
Daytime Running Lights ................... 168
Wipers and Washers ........................ 169
Brightness Control ........................... 172
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror .......... 173
Driving Position Memory System ...... 174 Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 176
Adjusting the Mirrors ....................... 177
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 177
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 178
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 180
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 180
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 187
Interior Lights .................................. 187
Interior Convenience Items .............. 189
Climate Control System ................... 199
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 199
Automatic Climate Control Sensors......207
* Not available on all models

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ClockAdjusting the ClockYou can also adjust the time manually in the audio/information screen, with the
power mode in ON.■Using the Settings menu on the audio/information screen1.Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate to select System Settings, then
press .
u Repeat the procedure to select Clock
Adjustment .
3. Rotate to change hour, then press .
4. Rotate to change minute, then press
.■
Adjusting the Time
1Adjusting the Clock
These indications are used to show how to operate
the interface dial.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
You can customize the clock display to show the 12
hour clock or 24 hour clock.
2 Customized Features P. 259
You can turn the clock display in the audio/
information screen on and off. 2 Customized Features P. 259
The clock is automatically updated through the
navigation system, so the time does not need to be
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:■Keyless access remoteUse the keyless access remote to start and
stop the engine, and to lock and unlock all the
doors and trunk. You can also use the keyless
access system to lock and unlock the doors
and trunk.■
Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2 Immobilizer System P. 155
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apa rt except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the keyless access system may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the engine using the two-way
keyless access remote. 2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback
* P. 325
Models with two-way keyless access remote
Models without two-way keyless
access remoteModels with two-way keyless
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Controls
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the keyless access remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while
sliding the release knob. To reinstall the built-
in key, push the built-in key into the keyless
access remote until it clicks.
Built-in Key Release KnobModels without two-way keyless
access remoteModels with two-way keyless
access remoteBuilt-in Key Release Knob

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal StrengthThe vehicle transmits radio waves to locate the keyless access remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or starting
the engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being transmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the keyless access remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, cell phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the keyless access remote.■
Key Number Tag
1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.1Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
Communication between the keyless access remote
and the vehicle consumes the keyless access remote’s
battery.
The keyless access remote battery lasts about two
years. This changes by how often you use the remote.
The battery is consumed whenever the keyless access
remote is receiving strong radio waves. Avoid placing
it near electrica l appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.