ACURA TLX 2022 Owners Manual

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uuWhen Driving uShifting
Driving
Use the paddle shifters to change betw een 1st and 10th gears without releasing
your hands from the steering wheel. The trans mission will switch to the sequential
mode.
■When the transmi ssion is in (D:
The vehicle will go into th e sequential mode momentarily, and the sequential mode
gear selection indicator will come on.
When the vehicle goes into the sequential mode by
(- paddle shifter and the lower
gear is available, the tran smission properly selects single or double gear change.
Once you start traveling at a constant speed , the sequential mode will automatically
switch off, and the sequential mode gear selection indicator will go off.
Hold the
(+ paddle shifter for two seconds or push the button to return to
normal drive.
■When the transmi ssion is in (S:
The vehicle will go into th e sequential mode, and the M (sequential mode) indicator
and sequential mode gear selection indicator will come on.
If the vehicle speed increases and the engi ne speed reaches near the tachometer’s
red zone, the transmission automatically shifts up to the next gear.
You can cancel this mode by holding the
(+ paddle shifter for two seconds or push
the button.
When the sequential mode is cancel ed, the sequential mode indicator and
sequential mode gear selection indicator turn off.
■Sequential Mode1 Sequential Mode
The sequential mode may be canceled if the Dynamic
Mode is changed to another dynamic mode.
D/S
D/S
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■Sequential Mode Operation1Sequential Mode Operation
Each paddle shif t operation makes a single or double
gear change.
To change gears continuously, release the paddle
shifter before pulling it again for the next gear.
If the sequential mode gear selection indicator blinks
when you try to shift up or down, this means your
vehicle speed is not in its allowable gear range or the
protection of transmissi on system is necessary.
Slightly accelerate to shift up and decelerate to shift
down while the indi cator is blinking.
When the transmission is in
( S and SPORT ,
SPORT+*, or INDIVIDUAL mode, to prioritize the
engine performance enhanc ement, the transmission
may not allow for shifting up while the engine speed
is low.
Sequential Mode Gear
Selection Indicator
Downshifting when pulling
the paddle shifter.
(Changes to a lower gear)Upshifting when pulling
the paddle shifter.
(Changes to a higher gear)
Paddle Shifter
(Shift down) Paddle Shifter
(Shift up)
* Not available on all models
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Integrated Dynamics System
Modifies the dynamic character of the vehicle. There are four or five modes to select
from: COMFORT , NORMAL , SPORT , SPORT+*, and INDIVIDUAL .
Turn the Dynamic Mode switch to select COMFORT, NORMAL , SPORT or
SPORT+
*. Press the button to select INDIVIDUAL. The mode you have selected
appears on the audio/information screen.
1 Integrated Dynamics System
The mode may not be able to be change when:
•The vehicle is turning
•The VSA ® system is activating
•There is a problem with the engine, transmission,
the brake system, the VSA ®, the EPS, the Active
Damper System
*, and the SH-AWD ®*
* Not available on all models
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Driving
■Selecting the Dynamic Mode
INDIVIDUAL Setting screen
2 P. 396 COMFORT
mode
NORMAL mode
SPORT mode
Changing modes
alters the screen on
the multi-
information display.
Currently selected
mode is displayed in
the right bottom.
Audio/Information Screen
Button
INDIVIDUAL
mode
Turn
Currently
selected mode
Press and hold
Press the or button on
the True Touchpad Interface
2
P. 210
SPORT+ mode*
Dynamic Mode
Switch
Push
Turn and hold
* Not available on all models
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■Mode descriptions
Each mode has been crafted for different driv ing styles according to the following chart.
*1:Interior accent light only available if equipped. Interior accent light changes with Dynamic Mode only when Accent Light Theme is
set to Dynamic Mode .
2Customized Features P. 302
2 Lighting area of the accent light P. 395
ModeFunctionAccent Light Color*1
COMFORTMaximizes driver comfort through decreased steering effort and reduced ride
firmness (if Active Damper System is equipped)Blue
NORMALBalanced response for everyday useWhite
SPORTEnhances vehicle response through increased steering effort, heightened
throttle response, modified active sound control, and more responsive ride
and/or handling (if Active Damper System and/or SH-AWD ® is equipped)
When in SPORT, the Auto Idle Stop System w ill stay disabled regardless of
the Auto Idle Stop OFF button
2Auto Idle Stop P. 398
Red
SPORT+
Further enhances vehicle response for performance driving through
increased steering effort, maximized throttle response, maximum emotional
engine sound with active sound control, maximized ride and handling using
Active Damper System and SH-AWD ®, and enhanced control for Agile
Handling Assist, VSA ®, and Traction Control.Red
INDIVIDUALEach category can be customized separate ly to suit the driver’s preference
2Customizing the INDIVIDUAL Settings P. 396
Blue, white, or red
2Customizing the INDIVIDUAL
Settings P. 396
3.0 L engine models
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■Next start-up mode
The mode for the next start-up is saved according to the following chart. Each keyless remote has its own mode saved.
*1:Interior accent light only available if equipped. Interior accent light changes with Dynamic Mode only when Accent Light Theme is
set to Dynamic Mode .
2Customized Features P. 302
2 Lighting area of the accent light P. 395
Last Dynamic ModeNext Dynamic ModeWelcome Accent Light Color*1
COMFORTCOMFORTBlue
NORMAL, SPORT, or SPORT+*NORMALWhite
INDIVIDUAL (via COMFORT )COMFORTBlue
INDIVIDUAL (via NORMAL , SPORT , or
SPORT+*)
NORMALWhite
* Not available on all models
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■Lighting area of the accent light
Interior accent light only available if equipped. Interior accent light changes with
Dynamic Mode only when Accent Light Theme is set to Dynamic Mode .
2Customized Features P. 302
Lighting Area of the Accent Light
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Driving
You can customize the INDIVIDUAL settings linked to your current keyless remote . Each keyless remote has its own settings.
1. Push and hold the button to enter INDIVIDUAL mode and open the INDIVIDUAL settings.
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2.Drag to highlight the setting category icon and click the A-zone touchpad to display the setting screen.
3. Drag to highlight the desired setting and click the A-zone touchpad to change the setting.
u Press the button to return to INDIVIDUAL settings screen.
u Press the button to return to the audio/information screen.
2True Touchpad Interface P. 211
■Customizing the INDIVIDUAL Settings
Swipe to highlight the
setting category icon and
click the A-zone touchpad
INDIVIDUAL Setting screen When Engine is selected
Button
Current setting
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*1:Interior accent light only available if equipped. Interior accent light changes with Dynamic Mode only when Accent Light Theme is
set to Dynamic Mode .
2Customized Features P. 302
2 Lighting area of the accent light P. 395
CategoryDescription
EngineSelect COMFORT , NORMAL , or SPORT for the engine throttle response and transmission shift response
SteeringSelect COMFORT , NORMAL , or SPORT for the steering effort
SuspensionSelect COMFORT , NORMAL , or SPORT for ride and/or handling:●The suspension stiffness with the Ac tive Damper System (if equipped)●The power distribution to the wheels with SH-AWD ® (if equipped)
Idle StopSet the Auto Idle Stop system to Enabled or Disabled. While Idle Stop is Disabled in INDIVIDUAL mode,
the Auto Idle Stop System will stay disabl ed regardless of the Auto Idle Stop OFF button
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Lighting*1Set the interior accent lighting. COMFORT for blue, NORMAL for white, and SPORT for red
Reset to DefaultEngine , Steering , Suspension and Lighting is set to Normal, and Idle Stop is set to Enabled
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Driving
Auto Idle Stop
To help maximize fuel econ omy, the engine automatica lly stops when the vehicle
comes to a stop, depending on environmen tal and vehicle operating conditions. The
indicator (green) comes on at this time.
The environmental and vehicle conditions that
impact Auto Idle Stop system operation are
varied.
2Auto Idle Stop Activates When: P. 401, 402
The engine then restarts once the vehicle is
about to move again, and the indicator
(green) goes off.
2 The Engine Automatically Restarts When:
P. 403
1 Auto Idle Stop
The 12-volt battery insta lled in this vehicle is
specifically designed for a m odel with Auto Idle Stop.
Using a 12-volt battery other than this specified type
may shorten the 12-volt ba ttery life, and prevent
Auto Idle Stop from activati ng. If you need to replace
the 12-volt battery, make sure to select the specified
type. Ask a dealer for more details.
Auto Idle Stop
Indicator (Green)
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