2006 Acura TSX immobilizer

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .60
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Instrument Panel .61
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Instrument Panel Indicators .62
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Gauges .68
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Multi-Inf ormation Display .69
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel .118
Windshield Wipers and .....................................
Washers .119
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Turn Signal and Headlights .120
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Fog Lights .121
Automatic Lighting Off .......................................
Feature .121
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Daytime Running Lights .121
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Instrument Panel Brightness .122
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Hazard Warning .123
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Rear Window Def ogger .123
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Steering Wheel Adjustment .124
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Keys and Locks .125
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Immobilizer System .126
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Ignition Switch .127
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Door Locks .128
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Childproof Door Locks .129
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Remote Transmitter .130
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Trunk .135
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Emergency Trunk Opener .136 ...................
Trunk Main Switch .136
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Seat Heaters .137
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Seats .138
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Power Seat Adjustment .138
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Driver’s Lumbar Support .138
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Head Restraints .139
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Folding Rear Seat .140
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .142
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Mirrors .145
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 146
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Power Mirror Heaters . 146
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Power Windows .147
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Moonroof .150
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Parking Brake .151
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Sun Visor .152
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Vanity Mirror .152
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Interior Lights .153
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Interior Convenience Items . 155
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Beverage Holders .156
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Accessory Power Sockets . 156
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Console Compartment . 157
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Sunglasses Holder .158
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Glove Box .158
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
FOG LIGHT
INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM INDICATOR
MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
CHARGING
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT
REMINDER
INDICATOR
SECURITY INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATORPARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
SYSTEM
MESSAGE
INDICATOR (P.64)
(P.66)
(P.69)
(P.62)
(P.67)
(P.67)(P.62)
(P.62) (P.66)(P.62)
(P.64)
(P.63)(P.63)
(P.66)
(P.66)
(P.65)
(P.65)
(P.66)
(P.64)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
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This indicator reminds you that the
exterior lights are on. It comes on
when the light switch is in either theor position. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
(I) or the LOCK (0) position without
turning of f the light switch, this
indicator will remain on. A reminder
chime will also sound when you open
the driver’s door. This indicator comes on f or a f ew
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. It will
then go of f if you have a properly-
coded ignition key. If it is not a
properly-coded key, the indicator will
blink and the engine will not start
(see page ).
This indicator also blinks several
times when you turn the ignition
switch f rom the ON (II) position to
the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)
position.
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. If it comes on at any
other time, it indicates that the
passenger’s side airbag has
automatically shut of f . You will also
see a ‘‘PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG
OFF’’ message in the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).
For more inf ormation, see page .
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Side Airbag Of f Indicator
Lights On Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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U.S. Canada
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These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
immobilizer system. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.Protect the keys f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity. Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle. The valet key works
only in the ignition and the door
locks. You can keep the trunk
release handle, rear seat trunk
access, and glove box locked when
you leave your vehicle and the valet
key at a parking f acility. Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Use
only Acura-approved key blanks.
The keys do not contain batteries.
Do not try to take them apart.
Your vehicle also comes with two
remote transmitters; see pagef or an explanation of how to
operation. 130
Remote Transmitter
Keys and Locks
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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KEY
NUMBER
TAG VALET KEY
(LIGHT GREY)
MASTER
KEY
(BLACK)
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If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle undrivable.
If you lose your key and you cannot
start the engine, contact your dealer.
The immobilizer system protects
your vehicle f rom thef t. If an
improperly-coded key (or other
device) is used, the engine will not
start.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, the immobilizer
system indicator should come on f or
a f ew seconds, then go of f . If the
indicator starts to blink, it means the
system does not recognize the
coding of the key. Turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK (0) position,
remove the key, reinsert it, and turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position again.
The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object (i.e. key
f ob) is near the ignition switch when
you insert the key.As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thef ollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmf ul interf erence, and(2) this device must accept anyinterf erence received, includinginterf erence that may cause undesiredoperation.
Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f orcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the f ollowing twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may causeundesired operation of the device.
Immobilizer System
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Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn of f all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.If the engine fails to start, press
the accelerator pedal all the way
downandholdittherewhile
starting to clear flooding. Return
to step 5 if the engine does not
start.
Push the clutch pedal down all the
way.
Make sure the shif t lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal. Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in the START (III)
position f or more than15seconds
at a time. If the engine does not
start right away, pause for at least
10 seconds bef ore trying again.
If the engine does not start within
15 seconds, or starts but stalls
right away, repeat step4with the
accelerator pedal pressed halfway
down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
so the engine does not race.
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4.
5.6.
Manual transmission:
Automatic transmission:
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Starting the Engine
Driving
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The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
T he immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page .
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In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even f aster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position, but the engine does not run.Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the low f uel indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
f uel pump. Check all the f uses
(see page ).
If youfindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualif ied technician to f ind
the problem. See on page .
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Ref er to on page .
Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page ).
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If theEngineWon’tStart
T he Starter Operates Normally
Emergency
Towing
Starting the
Engine
318
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CONT INUED
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Jacking up the Vehicle .314
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Jack, Tire .313
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Jump Starting .319
Keyless Lock ....................
Acknowledgement .112
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Keys .125
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Label, Certif ication .336
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Lane Change, Signaling .120
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Language Selection .93
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Lap/Shoulder Belts .22
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .291
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Indicator .61
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Parking .297
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Turn Signal .65,293,295
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Load Limits .257
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Hood, Opening and Closing the .230
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Horn .5,118
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Hydraulic Clutch .289
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle .336
Ignition
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Keys .125
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Switch .127
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Timing Control System .345
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Immobilizer System .126
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Important Safety Precautions .8
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Indicators .61
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .66
Brake (Parking and Brake
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System) .63
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Charging System .62
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Cruise Main .66
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .66
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High Beam .66
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Key (Immobilizer System) .64
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Low Fuel .66
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Low Oil Pressure .62
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Passenger Airbag Of f .35 ..........................
Security System .67
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Side Airbag Of f .64
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SRS .63
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System Message .67
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .65
VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................................
Activation .65
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VSA System .65
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Indicators, Instrument Panel .62
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Inf ant Restraint .42
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Inf ant Seats .42
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Tether Anchorage Points .50
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INFO Button .70
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INFO Knob .70
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Inf lation, Proper Tire .303
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Inside Mirror .145
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Inspection, Tire .305
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Installing a Child Seat .46
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Tether Anchorage Points .50
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Using LATCH .47
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Instrument Panel .61
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Instrument Panel Brightness .122
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Interior Lights .153
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Interior Light Dimming Time .105
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Introduction .i
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