light Acura TSX 2011 Owner's Guide

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Controls
Console Compartment
Pull the handle to open the console
compartment.
To use the console lid as an armrest, slide it
to the desired position while pulling up the
release lever.
You can keep beverage bottles and cans cool
with the air conditioning system.
1. Turn the dial counterclockwise to open the
air vent in the console compartment.
2. Turn on the climate control system and
adjust the temperature to cool.
3. Set the mode control
or
.
The cool air is diverted through the air
vent.
Console Compartment
Use only resealable containers or keep unopened
cans in the console compartment.
Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery and
electrical components in the console compartment.
When the heater begins to divert warm air, the
airflow into the console compartment is shut off.
Close
Open

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Beverage Holders
Front seat beverage holders
Press the raised detent to open the lid. To
close the lid, push it down until it latches. Rear seat beverage holders
Fold the armrest down to use the rear seat
beverage holders.
Beverage Holders NOTICE Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery,
carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.
Be careful when you are using the beverage holders.
Hot liquid can scald you.
Push

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Accessory Power Sockets
There are two accessory power sockets; one
in the console compartment and the other
at the front of the center console. They
can be used when the ignition switch is in
ACCESSORY
I or ON
II
.
Open the cover to use it.
Accessory Power Sockets NOTICE Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120
watts or less (10 amps).
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.

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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


P.1 8 5
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

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Sunglasses Holder
To open the sunglasses holder, push and
release the indent. To close, push it again
until it latches.
You can store eyeglasses and other small
items in this holder.
Sunglasses Holder
Keep the holder closed while driving except when
accessing stored items.
Push

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Seat Heaters
If the ignition switch is in ON
II
. The HI
setting heats the seats faster than the LO
setting.
There is no heater in the passenger's seat-
back due to the side airbag cutoff system.
Seat Heaters
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery
may be weakened, making the engine difficult to
start.
In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously and
does not automatically turn off after a period of
time.
WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis)
or with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
While in HI, the heater cycles on and off. The appropriate indicator will be on while
the seat heater is on. Briefly press the
button on the opposite side to turn the
heater off. The indicator will be off.
When a comfortable temperature is
reached, select LO to keep the seat warm.

Climate Control System
Automatic Climate Control Sensors
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Automatic Climate Control Sensors
The automatic climate control system is
equipped with a sunlight sensor and an
interior temperature sensor. Do not cover or
spill any liquid on them.
Temperature Sensor
Sunlight Sensor

Audio System
USB Adapter Cable
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Features
USB Adapter Cable
1. Unclip the USB connector and loosen the
adapter cable.
2. Connect the iPod
® dock connector or the
USB flash drive to the USB connector.
USB Adapter Cable
Do not leave the iPod t
® or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures
may damage it.
Do not use an extension cable with the USB
tadapter cable.
Do not connect the iPod t
® or USB flash drive using
a hub.
Do not use a device such as a card reader or
thard disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.
We recommend backing up your data before tusing the device in your vehicle.
Displayed messages may vary depending on the tdevice model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod
®,
try reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device.
To reboot, follow the manufacturer's instructions
provided with the iPod
® or visit www.apple.com/
ipod.

General Information on the Audio System
Recommended CDs
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Features
Protecting CDs
Follow these precautions when handling or storing CDs:
Store a CD in its case when it is not being played. t
When wiping a CD, use a soft clean cloth from the center to the outside edge. t
Handle a CD by its edge. Never touch either surface. t
Never insert foreign objects into the CD player. t
Keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat. t
Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the CD. t
Avoid fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip pens on the CD. t
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and damage the audio unit.

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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