Radio Acura TSX 2013 User Guide

160Features
Audio Remote ControlsAllows you to operate the audio system while driving.MODE Button
Cycles through the audio modes as follows:
FM1 FM2 AM XM1 XM2 CD AUX
VOL Button
Press : Increases the volume
Press : Decreases the volume
CH Button
• When listening to radio
Press
(+
: Selects the next preset radio station.
Press
(-
: Selects the previous preset radio station.
• When listening to a CD, USB flash drive or iPod ®, or Bluetooth ® audio
Press
(+
: Skips to the next song.
Press
(-
: Goes back to the beginning of the current or previous song.
1 Audio Remote Controls
The CD mode appears only when a CD is loaded.
When in the AUX mode, the following are operable
from the remote controls:•iPod ®/USB flash drive connected to the USB
adapter cable•Bluetooth ® audio (with some phones only)
MODE Button
VOL (Volume)
Button
CH (Channel)
Button

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Features
General Information on the Audio SystemXM® Radio Service1. You need your radio ID ready before registering for subscription.
To see the ID in the display: Turn the selector knob until 0 appears.
2. Have your radio ID and credit card number ready, and either call or visit the XM ®
website to subscribe.
Press the (XM ®) button and stay in this mode for about 30 minutes until the
service is activated. Make sure your vehicle is in an open area with good reception.
LOADING: XM® is loading the audio or program information.
OFF AIR: The channel is not currently broadcasting.
UPDATING: The encryption code is being updated. Channels 0 and 1 still work
normally.
NO SIGNAL: The signal is too weak in the current location.
--------: No such channel exists, the channel is not part of your subscription, or the
artist or title information is unavailable.
ANTENNA: There is a problem with the XM ® antenna. Contact a dealer.■
Subscribing to XM® Radio
■
Receiving XM ® Radio
■
XM ® Radio Display Messages
1 Subscribing to XM ® Radio
Contact Information for XM ® Radio:
US: XM ® Radio at www.siriusxm.com or (800) 852-
9696
Canada: XM ® Canada at www.xmradio.ca , or (877)
209-00791 Receiving XM ® Radio
The XM ® satellites are in orbit over the equator;
therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause
satellite reception interruptions. Satellite signals are
more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you travel from the
equator.
You may experience reception problems under the
following circumstances:•In a location with an obstruction to the south of
your vehicle.•In tunnels•On the lower level of a multi-tiered road•Large items carried on the roof rack

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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications .................................... 304
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).. 308
Engine Number and Transmission Number ...................................... 308
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 309
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 310
Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 311
Warranty Coverages ........................ 313
Authorized Manuals ......................... 315
Client Service Information ............... 316

309
Information
Devices that Emit Radio WavesThe following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in
operation.
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required
standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada
Standard, described below:As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
AcuraLink
Audio System
Bluetooth ® Audio
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Immobilizer System
Remote Transmitter
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
U.S. models

Index
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Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 212
Accessories and Modifications ................ 219
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 129
Active Head Restraints ............................. 122
Additives Coolant .................................................. 240
Engine Oil ............................................... 234
Washer ................................................... 246
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 234
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 124
Front Seats.............................................. 116
Head Restraints ....................................... 118
Headlights .............................................. 247
Mirrors.................................................... 114
Rear Seats ............................................... 123
Steering Wheel ....................................... 113
Temperature ............................................. 78
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 133
Changing the Mode................................ 133
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 134
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 270
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 133
Sensor .................................................... 136
Synchronized Mode ................................ 135
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 133
Air Pressure .............................. 260, 305, 307 Airbags
........................................................ 33
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 39
After a Collision ......................................... 37
Airbag Care ............................................... 47
Event Data Recorder .................................. 19
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 36
Indicator ........................................ 44, 67, 70
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 45
Sensors ...................................................... 33
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 42
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 46
Side Airbags .............................................. 40
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 43
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 143
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 212
Indicator .................................................... 66
Armrest ..................................................... 124
Audio System ............................................ 138
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 142
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 140
Error Messages ........................................ 158
General Information ................................ 161
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 153
Recommended CDs ................................. 162
Recommended Devices ............................ 164
Remote Controls ..................................... 160
Security Code .......................................... 140
Theft Protection ....................................... 140
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 139
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 164
Authorized Manuals ................................. 315 Auto Door Lock/Unlock
.............................. 94
Customize ........................................... 81, 83
Automatic Lighting .................................. 106
Automatic Transmission ........................... 194
Creeping ................................................. 194
Fluid ........................................................ 242
Kickdown ................................................ 194
Operating the Shift Lever................... 13, 196
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 197
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 287
Shifting ................................................... 195
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 140
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 78
Average Speed ........................................... 79
BBattery...................................................... 268
Charging System Indicator................. 65, 290
Jump Starting .......................................... 284
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 268
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 269
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 26
Beverage Holders ..................................... 128
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 156
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ..................... 167
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 59
Brake System ............................................ 210
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 212
Brake Assist System ................................. 213
Fluid ........................................................ 244

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Foot Brake ............................................... 211
Indicator ............................................ 64, 292
Parking Brake .......................................... 210
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 109
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 247
Back-Up Lights......................................... 254
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Lights .......... 253
Fog Lights ................................................ 251
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights..................................................... 252
Headlights ............................................... 247
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 256
Rear License Plate Light............................ 255
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights..................................................... 253
Bulb Specifications ............................ 304, 306
CCarbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 60
Cargo Hooks .............................................. 130
Carrying Cargo .................................. 183, 185
CD Player ................................................... 147
Certification Label .................................... 308
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 247
Charging System Indicator ................. 65, 290
Child Safety ................................................. 48
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 94
Emergency Trunk Opener .......................... 97 Child Seat
.................................................... 48
Booster Seats ............................................ 59
Child Seat for Infants................................. 50
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 51
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 55
Larger Children ......................................... 58
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 50
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 52
Using a Tether ........................................... 57
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 94
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 273
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 271
Client Service Information ....................... 316
Climate Control System ............................ 133
Changing the Mode ................................ 133
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 134
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 270
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 133
Sensors ................................................... 136
Synchronized Mode................................. 135
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 133
Clock ............................................................ 88
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 245
Coat Hook ................................................. 130
Compact Spare Tire .................. 277, 305, 307
Compass .................................................... 179
Console Compartment ............................. 127
Controls ....................................................... 87 Coolant (Engine)
...................................... 240
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 241
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 240
Overheating ............................................ 288
Temperature Gauge .................................. 75
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 194
Cruise Control .......................................... 201
Indicator ................................................... 71
Cup Holders .............................................. 128
Customized Features ................................. 80
DDaytime Running Lights .......................... 107
Dead Battery ............................................ 284
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 134
Detachable Shelf ...................................... 126
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 309
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 105
Rear View Mirror..................................... 114
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 235
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 105
Door Mirrors ............................................. 114
Doors .......................................................... 89
Auto Door Lock ........................................ 94
Auto Door Unlock ..................................... 94
Door and Trunk Open Indicator ........... 25, 68
Keys.......................................................... 89

322Index
Trunk......................................................... 95
Overheating .............................................. 288
PPaddle Shifters (Sequential Shift
Mode) ................................................ 13, 198
Panic Mode ................................................. 99
Parking ...................................................... 214
Parking Brake ............................................ 210
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 64, 292
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 45
Passing Indicators ..................................... 105
Power Windows ........................................ 100
Precautions While Driving ........................ 193
Rain ......................................................... 193
Pregnant Women ....................................... 31
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 277RRadiator..................................................... 241
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 143
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 144
Range .......................................................... 78
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 144
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 311
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ...................................................... 110
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ....................... 123Rearview Mirror (Automatic Dimming)
.. 114
Refueling .................................................. 215
Fuel Gauge............................................ 8, 75
Gasoline .................................. 215, 304, 306
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Regulations ............................... 208, 262, 309
Remote Transmitter ................................... 91
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 269
Bulbs ....................................................... 247
Fuses ....................................................... 294
Tires ........................................................ 265
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 257
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 310
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 77
Retractable Master Keys ............................ 89
Reverse Tilt Mirror .................................... 115
SSafe Driving................................................ 21
Safety Check ............................................... 25
Safety Labels ............................................... 61
Safety Message ........................................... 20
Seat Belts .................................................... 26
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 28
Checking................................................... 32
Fastening .................................................. 29
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 55 Pregnant Women...................................... 31
Reminder .................................................. 27
Warning Indicator ............................... 27, 66
Seat Heaters ............................................. 132
Seats .......................................................... 116
Adjusting ................................................ 116
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 120
Front Seats.............................................. 116
Rear Seats ............................................... 123
Seat Heaters ........................................... 132
Security System .......................................... 98
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 70
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 71
SEL/RESET Knob .......................................... 76
Select Lever ................................ 13, 195, 199
Operation ................................. 13, 196, 199
Releasing ................................................ 287
Won’t Move ........................................... 287
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 52
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 141
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 197
Setting the Clock ........................................ 88
Shift Lever .................................. 13, 195, 199
Shift Position Indicator ............................ 196
Shifting (Transmission) .................... 195, 199
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 30
Side Airbags ............................................... 40
Cutoff System ........................................... 42
Off Indicator ............................................. 42
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 43
Snow Tires ................................................ 267

324Index
Vehicle Identification Number................. 308
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 204
Off Button ............................................... 205
Off Indicator .............................................. 67
System Indicator ........................................ 67
Ventilation ................................................ 133
Viscosity (Oil) ............................. 234, 305, 307
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 204WWarning and Information Messages ......... 72
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ................ 290
Warning Labels ........................................... 61
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ............................................... 313
Watts ................................................. 304, 306
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 264
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ............ 280
Window Washers ...................................... 108
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 246
Switch ..................................................... 108
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 100
Windshield ................................................ 108
Cleaning .................................................. 274
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 134
Washer Fluid............................................ 246
Wiper Blades ........................................... 257
Wipers and Washers ................................ 108
Winter Tires ............................................... 267
Snow Tires ............................................... 267 Tire Chains .............................................. 267
Wipers and Washers ................................. 108
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 257
WMA ................................................. 147, 153
Worn Tires ................................................ 259
XXM® Radio ................................................ 145