light Acura TSX 2011 Owner's Guide

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

Opening and Closing the Windows
100Controls
Opening/Closing the Power WindowsThe power windows can be opened and closed when the ignition switch is in ON II
, using the switches on the doors. The driver's side switch can be used to open
and close all of the windows.
The main switch on the driver's side must be switched off (not pushed in, indicator
off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than the driver's seat.
When the main switch is turned on (pushed in, indicator on), you can only operate
the windows from the driver's seat. Turn the main switch on when children are in
the vehicle.
Opening/Closing the Power Windows
WARNING
Closing a power window on someone's
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from
the windows before closing them.
Opening/Closing Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function
The power windows can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you turn the ignition switch off.
Opening either front door cancels this function.
Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing
automatically, it will stop closing and reverse
direction.
The driver’s window auto reverse function is
disabled when you continuously pull up the switch.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when
the window is almost closed to ensure that it fully
closes.
Automatic operation
To o p e n : Push the switch down firmly
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To
stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch briefly. Manual operation
To open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the window reaches
the desired position.
ONOFF
Main Switch
Driver’s Window Switch
Indicator
Front Passenger’sWindow Switch

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Continued
Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Turn Signals
Light Switches
Turn Signals
The turn signals can be used when the
ignition switch is in ON
II
.
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the position of the
ignition switch.
High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click. Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams. Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
Manual Operation
Light Switches
If you remove the key from the ignition switch while
the light is on, a chime sounds when the driver’s
door is opened.
When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in
the instrument panel will be on.
Indicators


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Repeatedly turning the headlights on and off
reduces the life of the HID headlight bulbs.
If you sense that the level of the headlights is
abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
Light Switches
Right Turn
Left Turn
High Beams
Low BeamsFlashing the
high beams
Turns on side marker, tail and
license plate lights Turns on headlights, parking,
side marker, tail, and license
plate lights

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Light Switches
106Controls
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
II
.
When you turn the light switch to
AUTO
,
the headlights and other exterior lights will
switch on and off automatically depending
on the ambient brightness.
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark
areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not
work properly.Light SensorYou can change the AUTO light sensitivity and
automatic lighting off timer setting using the multi-
information display.
Customization Procedure


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Automatic lighting off feature
The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off
within 15 seconds after you remove the key and close the driver's door.
If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK
0 with the headlight switch on, but do
not open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is
in the
AUTO
position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver's door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Fog Lights
107
Controls
Fog Lights
When the low beam headlights are on, turn
the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.
Fog Lights
When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the
instrument panel will be on.
They go off when the headlights turn off, or when
the daytime running lights are on.
Indicators


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Daytime Running LightsThe high beam headlights and indicator come on slightly dimmer than normal.
The ignition switch is in ON t
II
.
The headlight switch is off, or in t
.
The parking brake is released. t
The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition
switch will turn off the daytime running lights.
The high beam headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight
switch is turned on.
Fog Light Switch

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Brightness Control
109
Controls
Brightness Control
When the parking lights are turned on and
the ignition switch is in ON
II
, you can
use the brightness control knob to adjust
instrument panel brightness.
Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear the beeper when the brightness
reaches minimum or maximum. The multi-
information display will return to its original
state several seconds after you adjust the
brightness.
Brightness level indicator
The brightness level is shown on the multi-
information display while you are adjusting it.
As the brightness level increases to the right,
the instrument panel gets brighter.
Brightness Control
Instrument panel brightness varies, depending
on whether the exterior lights are on or off. The
instrument panel dims to reduce glare when they
are on.
Pressing either
(information) button
switches the display.
If you turn the knob to the right until the brightness
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels
the reduced instrument panel brightness when the
parking lights are on.
The brightness can be set differently for when the
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
Control Knob

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Driving Position Memory System*
112Controls
1. Adjust the driver's seat to the desired
position, and turn the ignition switch to
ON
II
.
2. Press the SET button.
You will hear the beeper, and the
memory button indicator light will blink.
3. Press memory button
1
or
2
within five
seconds of pressing the SET button.
Once the seat position has been
memorized, the indicator light on the
button you pressed stays on.
Storing a Position in Memory
Automatic transmission models 1. Move the shift lever to
P
.
All models 2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Press a memory button (
1
or
2
).
You will hear the beeper, and the
indicator light will blink.
The seat will automatically move to the
memorized position. When it has finished
moving, you will hear the beeper, and the
indicator light stays on.
Recalling the Stored Position
Storing a Position in Memory
After you press the SET button, the storing
operation will be canceled when:
You do not press the memory button within five tseconds.
You readjust the seat position before the double- tbeep.
You turn the ignition switch to any position texcept ON
II.
Recalling the Stored Position
The seat will stop moving if you:
Press the SET button, or a memory button ( t
1 or
2).
Adjust the seat position.
t Automatic transmission models Shift into any position except t
P.
Manual transmission models Release the parking brake. t
Memory Button 1
Memory Button 2
Set ButtonMemory Buttons

Adjusting the Mirror
114Controls
Interior Rearview MirrorAdjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.
When driving after dark, the automatic
dimming rearview mirror reduces the glare
from headlights behind you. Press the AUTO
button to turn this function on and off.
When activated, the AUTO indicator comes
on.
Adjusting the Mirror
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
Adjusting the Seat Positions


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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
The auto dimming function cancels when the shift
position is in R.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
You can adjust the door mirrors when the
ignition switch is in ON
II
.
Mirror position adjustment
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the
switch to the center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press
the switch left, right, up, or down to move
the mirror.
Door Mirrors
Indicator Sensor
Auto Button
Adjustment Switch
Selector Switch

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Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Controls
Interior Lights
ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed. Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following
situations:
When any of the doors are opened. t
You unlock the driver's door. t
You remove the key from the ignition t
switch. OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position, the interior lights
fade out and go off about 30 seconds after the
doors are closed.
The lights go off after 30 seconds in the following
situations:
When you unlock the driver's door but do not topen it.
When you remove the key from the ignition tswitch but do not open a door.
You can change the interior lights dimming time.
Customized Features


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The interior lights go off immediately in the
following situations:
When you lock the driver's door.
tWhen you close the driver's door with the key in tthe ignition switch.
When you turn the ignition switch to ON t
II.
If you leave any of the doors open without the key
in the ignition switch, the interior lights go off after
about 15 minutes.
Interior Light Switches Map Lights
The map lights can be turned on and off by
pressing the lenses.
Map Lights
When the ceiling light switch is in the door activated
position and any door is open, the map light will
not go off when you press the lens.
FrontRear
On
On
Door Activated PositionDoor Activated Position
Off
Off

Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items
126Controls
Interior Convenience Items
Glove Box
Pull the handle to open the glove box. You
can lock the glove box with the master key.
Glove Box
The glove box light comes on when the parking
lights are on.
WARNING
An open glove box can cause serious
injury to your passenger in a crash, even if
the passenger is wearing the seat belt.
Always keep the glove box closed while
driving.
Detachable shelf
The shelf in the glove box is detachable.
To remove it, disengage the tabs.
ShelfGlove Box
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