tailgate Acura TSX 2014 Owner's Guide

96
uu Opening and Closing the Tailgate u Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate *
Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate *
The power tailgate can be operated by pressing the power tailgate button on the
remote transmitter, pressing the power tail gate switch on the driver’s door, or
pressing the button on the tailgate.
■The power tailgate can be opened when:
• The tailgate is fully closed.
• The shift lever is in
(P
.
• Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter for about
one second.
u I
f you have changed the power tailgate keyless open mode setting to when
unlocked, you need to unlock the tailgat e before you press the tailgate button
to open it.
2 Customized Features P. 79
■The power tailgate can be closed when:
• The tailgate is fully open.
• The shift lever is in
(P
.
• Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter for about
one second.
1Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate *
The power tailgate may not open or close under the
following conditions:
•You start the engine while the tailgate is
automatically opening or closing.
•The vehicle is parked on a steep hill.•The vehicle is swayed in a strong wind.•The tailgate or the roof is covered with snow or ice.
If you close the power tailgate when all the doors are
locked, the power tailgate locks automatically.
If you replace the battery or the power tailgate fuse
while the tailgate is open, the power tailgate may be
disabled. The power tailgate resumes once you
manually close the tailgate.
Installing aftermarket components other than
genuine Acura accessories on the power tailgate may
prevent it from fully opening or closing.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully open before you
get your luggage in and out.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully closed before
you start the vehicle.
The beeper sounds when you turn the ignition switch
to ON
(w
, and move the shift lever out of the (P

position while the power tailgate is still open, or
closing.
* Not available on all models
14 ACURA TSX 5D-31TL76300.book 96 ページ ２０１３年６月１７日　月曜日　午後３時２１分
QRG
Index
ControlsTOC
2014 TSX Sport Wagon

Continued97
uu Opening and Closing the Tailgate u Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate *
To open or close the power tailgate, do
the following:
■If the power tailgate keyless open
mode is in ANYTIME
Press and hold the tailg at
e button for about
one second.
■If the power tailgate keyless open
mode is in WHEN UNLOCKED
Press the unlock button twice and unlock all
doors and the tailgate first. Then, press and
hold the tailgate button for about one second.
The beeper sounds and some exterior
light flash.
To reverse direction whil e the power tailgate is
in operation, press the button again. The
beeper sounds three times and the tailgate
reverses direction.
■Remote Transmitter1Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate *
If the power tailgate meets resistance while opening
or closing, the auto reve rse feature reverses the
direction. Three beeps sound.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
tailgate is almost closed to make sure that it fully
closes.
Do not touch the sensors located on both sides of the
tailgate. The power tailgate does not close if you
touch either sensor when you are trying to close the
tailgate.
Be careful not to scratch the sensors with a sharp
object. If scratched, they can be damaged, and the
power tailgate closing feature malfunctions.
1 Remote Transmitter
You can change the condition for opening the power
tailgate with the multi-information display.
2 Customized Features P. 79
Tailgate
Button
* Not available on all models
14 ACURA TSX 5D-31TL76300.book 97 ページ ２０１３年６月１７日　月曜日　午後３時２１分
QRG
Index
ControlsTOC
2014 TSX Sport Wagon

uu Opening and Closing the Tailgate u Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate *
98
To open or close the power tailgate, press the
tailgate button in the driver’s door for about
one second. The beeper sounds and some
exterior lights flash.
To reverse direction while the power tailgate is
in operation, press the button again. The
beeper sounds three times and the tailgate
reverses direction.
Press the button on the tailgate to close the
power tailgate.
If you press the button again while the
power tailgate is closing, it stops and
reverses direction.
■Power Tailgate Button
Power Tailg ate Button
■Power Tailgate Close Button1Power Tailgate Close Button
If you pull the tailgate open handle while the tailgate
is automatically opening or closing, the power
tailgate operation stops. Use caution if the tailgate
stops in the middle of either operation. It may
suddenly swing up or down.
Power Tailgate
Close Button
14 ACURA TSX 5D-31TL76300.book 98 ページ ２０１３年６月１７日　月曜日　午後３時２１分
QRG
Index
ControlsTOC
2014 TSX Sport Wagon

99
uu Opening and Closing the Tailgate u Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate *
If you manually close the power ta ilgate, it latches automatically.
The power tailgate fail-safe mode detects if there is an extra load on the tailgate (for
example, it is covered with snow). If an extra load is detected, the tailgate opens
completely then lowers to the closed position.
■Auto-Closer
■Power Tailgate Fail-Safe Mode
1Auto-Closer
The auto-closer feature does not activate if you pull
the tailgate open handle wh ile the power tailgate is
closing.
Do not put any force on the tailgate while the power
tailgate is latching.
Keep your hands away fro m the tailgate when you
manually close the tailg ate and let it latch
automatically. It is dange rous to put your hands
around the tailgate as it starts to latch itself.
1 Power Tailgate Fail-Safe Mode
If you try to manually close the power tailgate
immediately after it fully opens, the power tailgate
fail-safe mode may activate.
Once the power tailgate fail-safe mode activates,
wait until the power tailgate fully closes. Keep away
from the power tailgate when it is in motion.
If the power tailgate fail -safe mode constantly
activates, consult at a dealer.
14 ACURA TSX 5D-31TL76300.book 99 ページ ２０１３年６月１７日　月曜日　午後３時２１分
QRG
Index
ControlsTOC
2014 TSX Sport Wagon

100
Security System
Immobilizer System
The 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 follow ing when inserting the key into the ignition switch:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the
ignition switch.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the doors, tailgate, or hood are opened
without the key, or remote transmitter. It also activates if you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w after locking the doors with the remote transmitter.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, an d all 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.
1Immobilizer System
NOTICELeaving 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.
1 Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
14 ACURA TSX 5D-31TL76300.book 100 ページ ２０１３年６月１７日　月曜日　午後３時２１分
QRG
Index
ControlsTOC
2014 TSX Sport Wagon

101
uu Security System u Security System Alarm
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically se ts when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0
, and the key has b een removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are loc ked with the remote transmitter.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or
remote transmitter. The security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
■The PANIC button on the
remote transmitter
If you press the PANIC button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the igniti on switch to ON
(w
.
■Panic Mode
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security sy stem 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 master
door lock switch.
•Opening the tailgate with the power tailgate
button on the driver’s door.
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 th is system or add another
device to it.Model with power tailgate
PANIC
Button
14 ACURA TSX 5D-31TL76300.book 101 ページ ２０１３年６月１７日　月曜日　午後３時２１分
QRG
Index
ControlsTOC
2014 TSX Sport Wagon

126
uu Adjusting the Seats u Rear Seats
Rear Seats
1. Unlatch the detachable anchor from the
anchor buckle and store the detachable
anchor in the retractor housing.
2. Pull the re
lease lever and fold down the
seat-back.
If the rear head restraints get caught on the
front seat-backs, remove the head restraints.
2 Removing and Reinstalling the Head
Restraints P. 122
■Folding Down the Rear Seats1Folding Down the Rear Seats
The rear seat-backs can be folded down to
accommodate bulkier it ems in the cargo area.
Never drive with a seat-back folded down and the
tailgate open. 2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 61
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, ma ke 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.
2 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator P. 46
Anchor Buckle
Lever
14 ACURA TSX 5D-31TL76300.book 126 ページ ２０１３年６月１７日　月曜日　午後３時２１分
QRG
Index
ControlsTOC
2014 TSX Sport Wagon

129
uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Lights
■ON
The light comes on when you open the
tailgate, and goes off when closed.
■OFF
The light stays off with or without opening
the tailgate.
■Cargo Area Light
On Off
14 ACURA TSX 5D-31TL76300.book 129 ページ ２０１３年６月１７日　月曜日　午後３時２１分
QRG
Index
ControlsTOC
2014 TSX Sport Wagon

Continued191
uu Before Driving u Driving Preparation

• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2 Maximum Load Limit P. 193
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be th rown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An obj
ect or unsecured floor mat can inte rfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driv ing and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock a ll doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 91
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2 Adjusting the Seats P. 119
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 121
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 117
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 116
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo ar ea or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
14 ACURA TSX 5D-31TL76300.book 191 ページ ２０１３年６月１７日　月曜日　午後３時２１分
QRG
Index
DrivingTOC
2014 TSX Sport Wagon

277
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire .... 278
Tools .................................................. 286
If a Tire Goes Flat .............................. 287
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 287
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 293
Jump Starting .................................... 294
Shift Lever Do es Not Move.............. 296
Overheating ...................................... 297
How to Handle Overheating ............. 297Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
299
Comes On......................................
If the Charging System Indicator
299
Comes On .....................................
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks ....................300If the Brake System Indicator Comes On ..301If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) 301System Indicator Comes On ................If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS
302
Indicator Comes On or Blinks.......... Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 303
Circuit Protected and Amps for Each
Fuse............................................ 305
307
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........
Emergency Towing ........................... 308
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel .......................................... 309
Fill Door
When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate ...................................................310
14 ACURA TSX 5D-31TL76300.book 277 ページ ２０１３年６月１７日　月曜日　午後３時２１分
QRG
Index
2014 TSX Sport Wagon