lock Acura TSX 2012 Owner's Guide

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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Fog Light Indicator
●
Comes on when the fog lights are
on.
—
—
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
, then goes off.
●
Comes on when the passenger
side airbag system is automatically
shut off.
●
It does not mean there is a problem with
your side airbags.
●
Comes on when nobody is sitting in
the passenger seat - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.
●
Comes on when someone is sitting in
the seat - Have the passenger sit
properly.
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●
Comes on briefly when you turn
the ignition switch to ON
(w
, then
goes off.
●
Comes on if the immobilizer
system cannot recognize the key
information.
●
Blinks - You cannot start the engine.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
, pull
the key out, and then insert the key and
turn it to ON
(w
again.
●
Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.
●
Do not attempt to alter this system or
add other devices to it. Electrical
problems can occur.
—
U.S.Canada
U.S.Canada

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Instrument Panel
Message
Condition
Explanation
●
Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.
●
Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE
PAST DUE follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 226
●
Appears when you open the driver’s door while the
ignition key is in ACCESSORY
(q
.
●
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
, then remove the
key.
●
Appears when the ignition key is turned to
ACCESSORY
(q
from ON
(w
. (The driver’s door is
closed.)
—
●
Appears when you open the driver’s door while the
ignition key is in LOCK
(0
.
●
Remove the key from the ignition switch.

uuGauges and Multi-Information DisplayuMulti-Information Display
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Use the multi-information display to customize certain features.■
How to customize
Press and hold the button for a few seconds while the ignition switch is in
ON (w
.
■
Customized Features
1Customized Features
To customize other features, press the
button.
2List of customizable options P. 82
2Example for customization settings P. 84
Customization is possible when you see the driver’s
ID (DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2) on the CHG setting
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.
When you customize settings:
Shift to
(P
Set the parking brakeAutomatic transmission modelsManual transmission models
Button:
Changes the customize
menus and items
Multi-Information
Display:
Goes to customize
settings.
SEL/RESET button:
Enters the selected
item

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■
Customization flow
CHG SETTING Press and hold the button.DEFAULT ALLEXIT
METER SETUPPOSITION SETUPLIGHTING SETUPDOOR SETUP
ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY
LANGUAGE SELECTIONELAPSED TIME RESET
TRIP A RESET with REFUEL
MEMORY POSITION LINK
*
INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIMEAUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY
HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER
AUTO DOOR LOCKSECURITY RELOCK TIMER
AUTO DOOR UNLOCKDOOR LOCK MODEKEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT
SEL/RESET
Press and hold the button.
EXIT
SEL/RESETSEL/RESETSEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
* Not available on all models

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*1: Default Setting
*2: Default Setting for automatic transmission
*3: Default Setting for manual transmissionSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settingsDOOR SETUP
AUTO DOOR LOCK
Changes the setting for the automatic locking
feature.
OFF/ WITH VEH SPD
*1/
SHIFT FROM
(P
(A/T only)
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
Changes the setting for when the doors unlock
automatically.
OFF/DRIVER DOOR With SHIFT
to
(P
*2 (A/T only)/
ALL DOORS With SHIFT to
(P

(A/T only)/
DRIVER DOOR With IGN OFF*3/
ALL DOORS With IGN OFF
DOOR LOCK MODE
Sets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock
on the first push of the remote.
DRIVER DOOR
*1/ALL DOORS
KEYLESS LOCK
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
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
DEFAULT ALL
Sets/Cancels all the customized settings as default.
SET/CANCEL

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 88
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 89
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ............................................ 91
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................... 93
Childproof Door Locks ....................... 94
Auto Door Lock/Unlock ...................... 94
Opening and Closing the Trunk......... 95
Security System.................................. 98
Immobilizer System ............................ 98
Security System Alarm ........................ 98
Opening and Closing the Windows... 100Opening and Closing the Moonroof.. 103
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch ................................. 104
Turn Signals ..................................... 105
Light Switches.................................. 105
Fog Lights ........................................ 107
Daytime Running Lights ................... 107
Wipers and Washers ........................ 108
Brightness Control ........................... 109
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button........................................ 110Driving Position Memory System
*.... 111
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 113Adjusting the Mirror........................ 114
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 114
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 114
Adjusting the Seats.......................... 116
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 116
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items................................................ 125
Interior Lights .................................. 125
Interior Convenience Items .............. 126
Climate Control System................... 133
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 133
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 136
* Not available on all models

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Setting the ClockClockYou can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK button.
1.Press the MENU button.
2.Rotate to select CLOCK ADJUST in the
display.
3.Press . CLOCK ADJUST appears.
4.Rotate to select the item you want to
adjust (12/24 hour mode, hour, minute).
Then press .
5.Rotate to make the adjustment.
6.Press to enter your selection. The display
returns to CLOCK ADJUST. Repeat steps 4
to 6 to adjust other items.
7.To enter the selection, Rotate and select
SET, then press .
8.Press the MENU button to go back to the
normal display.■
Adjusting the Time
1Clock
You can switch the clock display between 24 hours
and 12 hours when in the menu mode.
Selector Knob Icon details
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
To set the time to the nearest hour:
Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock
display begins to blink, then press the
(3
(Reset)
button.
Depending on the displayed time, the clock sets
forward or backward.
Example:
1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00
The clock is automatically updated through the
navigation system, so the time does not need to be
adjusted.
Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
Menu Button
12/24 Hour Mode
Hour Setting
Minute Setting

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Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors, trunk, and
fuel fill door. You can also use the remote
transmitter to lock and unlock the doors,
trunk, and fuel fill door.
The seat automatically moves to the preset
position when you unlock the door using the
remote transmitter on the master key.
2Driving Position Memory System P. 111
The master key folds up inside the remote
transmitter.
1.Press the release button to release the key
out from the transmitter.
uMake sure to fully extend the key.
2.To close the key, press the release button
then push the key inside the transmitter
until you hear a click.
■
Retractable Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2Immobilizer System P. 98
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 apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
If the key is not fully extended, the immobilizer
system may not work properly, and the engine may
not start.
Avoid contact with the key whenever it extends or
retracts.
Panic Button Trunk Button
Lock
Button
Release ButtonUnlock
Button
Models with a driving position system
Release Button
Press

uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuKey Types and Functions
90Controls
Can be used to start and stop the engine, and
lock and unlock driver’s door.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■
Valet Key
1Valet Key
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
■
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.

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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■
Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights will flash, all the
doors, trunk, and fuel fill door will lock,
and the security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system is set.
■
Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights will flash twice, and
the driver’s door and fuel fill door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors and the trunk
unlock.
■
Using the Remote Transmitter
1Using the Remote Transmitter
Open the door within 30 seconds.
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the unlock button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off
immediately.
2Interior Lights P. 125
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote transmitter will not work when the key is
in the ignition switch. The remote will not lock the
vehicle when a door is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead.
2Replacing the Battery P. 269
LED
Lock
Button Unlock
Button