ECU Acura TSX 2011 Owner's Guide

Security System
98Controls
Immobilizer 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 inserting the key into the ignition switch.
Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch. t
Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object. t
Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition t
switch.
Immobilizer System NOTICE Leaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition 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. Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the doors, trunk, or hood are opened
without the key, or remote transmitter. It also activates if you turn the ignition
switch to ON
II
after locking the doors with the remote transmitter.
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 key, or remote transmitter. The system, along with
the horn and flashing lights, are deactivated.

Security System
Security System Alarm
99Controls
Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
The ignition switch is in LOCK t
0
, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
The hood is closed. t
All doors are locked. t
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. The security system indicator goes off at the same time.
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 or the tmaster door lock switch.
Opening the trunk with the release button on the tdriver's door 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 or remote
transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur:
The horn sounds. t
Some exterior lights flash for about 30 t
seconds.
Panic Mode Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
II
.
Panic
Button

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
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Controls
Adjusting the Steering WheelThe steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that
you can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
1. Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever
up.
The steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and
in or out. Make sure you can see the instrument
panel gauges and indicators.
3. Push the steering wheel adjustment
lever down to lock the steering wheel in
position. After adjusting the position, make sure
you have securely locked the steering
wheel in place by trying to move it up,
down, in, and out.
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you
start driving.
WARNING
Adjusting the steering wheel position
while driving may cause you to lose
control of the vehicle and be seriously
injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the
vehicle is stopped.
To lock
Lever To a d j u s t

Adjusting the Seats
Adjusting the Seat Positions
122Controls
Active Head Restraints
The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. In a rear
impact, an occupant properly secured by a seat belt will be pushed against the
seat-back and the head restraint will move forward. This reduces the distance
between the restraint and the occupant’s head, which helps reduce the likelihood
of whiplash and injuries to the neck and upper spine.
Active Head Restraints
In order for the active head restraints to operate
properly:
Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or tfrom the restraint legs.
Do not place any object between an occupant tand the seat-back.
Install each restraint in its proper location. tAfter a collision, the activated restraint should
return to its normal position. If the restraint does
not return to its normal position, or in the event of
a severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by a
dealer.

Adjusting the Seats
Rear Seats
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Controls
Rear Seats
Folding Down the Rear Seats
2. Pull the release lever in the trunk to release
the lock.
Folding Down the Rear Seats
The rear seat-backs can be folded down to
accommodate bulkier items in the trunk.
Never drive with a seat-back folded down and the
trunk lid open.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard


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To lock a seat-back upright, push it backwards until
it locks.
When returning a seat-back to it’s original position,
push it firmly back. Also, make sure all rear shoulder
belts are positioned in front of the seat-back, and
the center shoulder belt is re-positioned in the
guide.
Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press
against the front passenger seat, as this can cause
the weight sensors in the front passenger seat to
work improperly.
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator


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Also make sure all items in the trunk or items
extending through the opening into the rear
seats are properly secured. Loose items can fly
forward if you have to brake hard.
1. Remove the center shoulder belt from the
guide.3. Fold the seat-back down.
If the rear head restraints get caught on the
front seat-backs, remove the head restraints.
Removing and Reinstalling the Head
Restrants P.119
Guide
Center Shoulder BeltRelease Lever

Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items
130Controls
Coat Hooks
The coat hooks are not designed for large or heavy
items. Cargo Hooks
Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk,
placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far
forward as possible.
Maximum Load Limit


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Coat Hooks
There are coat hooks on the rear left and
right grab handles. Pull them down to use
them.
Cargo Hooks
The cargo hooks in the trunk can be used to
install a net for securing items.
Hooks

Audio System
Auxiliary Input Jack
140Features
Auxiliary Input JackUse the jack in the console compartment to connect standard audio devices.
1. Open the AUX cover.
2. Connect a standard audio device to the
input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo
miniplug.

The audio system automatically switches
to the AUX mode.
Auxiliary Input Jack
To switch the mode, press any of the audio mode
buttons. You can return to the AUX mode by
pressing the AUX button.
You cannot use the auxiliary input jack if you
replace the audio system.
Audio System Theft ProtectionThe audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such
as when the battery is disconnected or goes dead.
Entering the audio security code
"ENTER CODE" appears on the display when the power is reconnected.
1. Turn on the audio system.
2. Enter the audio security code using the preset buttons. If you enter an incorrect
digit, continue to the last digit, then try again. If you do not enter the code
correctly after 10 tries, you need to visit a dealer to have the system reset.
Audio System Theft Protection
Find the audio system's security code and serial
number on the radio code card.
Do not store the card in your vehicle. If you lose the
radio code card, you must obtain the information
from a dealer.

164Features
General Information on the Audio System
Compatible iPod
® and USB Flash Drives
Compatible iPod
® and USB Flash Drives
iPod
® Model Compatibility
USB Flash DrivesUse a recommended USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher. t
Some digital audio players may not be compatible. t
Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with security lockout) may not work. t
Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display. t
Some versions of MP3, WMA, or A AC formats may be unsupported. t
Files on the USB flash drive are played in their stored
order. This order may be different from the order
displayed on your PC or device. USB Flash Drives iPod
® Model Compatibility
This system may not work with all software versions
of these devices.
Model
iPod classic
® (80/160G)
iPod classic ® (120G)
iPod
® with video (iPod
® 5th generation)
iPod nano ®
iPod nano
® 2nd generation
iPod nano ® 3rd generation
iPod nano ® 4th generation
iPod nano ® 5th generation
iPod touch
®
iPod touch
® 2nd generation

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Features
The HomeLink
® Universal Transceiver can be programmed to operate up to three
remote controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or
home security systems.
Important Safety Precautions
Refer to the safety information that comes with your garage door opener to test
that the safety features are functioning properly. If you do not have the safety
information, contact the manufacturer.
Before programming HomeLink, make sure that people and objects are out of the
way of the garage or gate to prevent potential injury or damage.
When programming a garage door opener, park just outside the garage door's
path.
If you have not trained any of the buttons in
HomeLink before, you should erase any
previously learned codes. To do this:
Press and hold the two outside buttons for t
about 20 seconds, until the red indicator
blinks. Release the buttons, and proceed
to step 1.
If you are training the second or third t
button, go directly to step 1.
HomeLink
® Universal Transceiver
HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson
Controls., Inc.
Before programming HomeLink to operate a garage
door opener, confirm that the opener has an
external entrapment protection system, such as an
"electronic eye," or other safety and reverse stop
features. If it does not, HomeLink may not be able
to operate it.
Training HomeLinkHomeLink
® Universal Transceiver
Red Indicator

170Features
Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®
HFL Menus
"Phonebook"
"Store""Edit""Delete"
"Receive contact"
*
"List"
"Security"
"Change passcode""Call notification""Auto transfer"
"Clear"
"Change language"
*
"Tu t o r i a l"
"Hands-free help""System setup"
Switch the system language between English and French.
Hear a tutorial for general rules on using the system.
Hear a list of available commands and additional information describing each command. Store a phonebook entry.
Edit the number of an existing phonebook entry.
Delete a phonebook entry.
Hear a list of all stored phonebook entries.
Transfer contacts from your phone to HFL.
Change your security passcode.
Set how you want to be notified of an incoming call.
Set to automatically transfer calls from your phone to HFL when you
enter the vehicle. Apply a security passcode to the system that must be input at each
key cycle to access the system.
Clear the system of all paired phones, phonebook entries, and
security passcode.
* Not available on all models