2011 Acura TSX Owner's Manual

Opening and Closing the Trunk
Using the Remote Transmitter
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Using the Remote Transmitter
Press the trunk release button for
approximately one second to unlock and
open the trunk.
Using the Remote Transmitter
When the driver's door is locked:
The trunk will lock when it is closed.
When the driver's door is unlocked:
The trunk will not lock when it is closed.
When the ignition switch is in any position except
LOCK
0
, you cannot open the trunk using the
trunk release button on the remote transmitter.
Push up the release switch on the trunk lid
after the doors are unlocked.
Using the Trunk Release SwitchTrunk
Button
Release
Switch

Opening and Closing the Trunk
Trunk Main Switch
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Trunk Main Switch
Trunk Main Switch
If you need to give the key to someone else, give
them the valet key.
The trunk release button on the remote transmitter
is always enabled, even when the trunk main switch
is off.
The trunk main switch disables the trunk
opener on the driver's side and the trunk
release button on the trunk lid to protect
luggage in the trunk.
1. Make sure the rear seat-backs are not
folded down.
2. Turn off the trunk main switch in the glove
box.
3. Lock the glove box.
Emergency Trunk Opener
The trunk release lever allows you to open
the trunk from inside for your safety.
Slide the release lever in the direction of the
arrow.
Emergency Trunk Opener
Parents should decide if their children should be
shown how to use this feature.
ONOFF
Main Switch
Lever

Security System
98Controls
Immobilizer SystemThe 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 following when inserting the key into the ignition switch.
Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch. t
Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object. t
Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition t
switch.
Immobilizer System NOTICE Leaving 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. Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the doors, trunk, or hood are opened
without the key, or remote transmitter. It also activates if you turn the ignition
switch to ON
II
after locking the doors with the remote transmitter.
When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and all of 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.

Security System
Security System Alarm
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Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
The ignition switch is in LOCK t
0
, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
The hood is closed. t
All doors are locked. t
When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set. To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or
remote transmitter. The security system indicator goes off at the same time.
Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system 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 tmaster door lock switch.
Opening the trunk with the release button on the tdriver's door or the emergency trunk opener.

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 this system or add another
device to it.
The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur:
The horn sounds. t
Some exterior lights flash for about 30 t
seconds.
Panic Mode Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
II
.
Panic
Button

Opening and Closing the Windows
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Opening/Closing the Power WindowsThe power windows can be opened and closed when the ignition switch is in ON II
, using the switches on the doors. The driver's side switch can be used to open
and close all of the windows.
The main switch on the driver's side must be switched off (not pushed in, indicator
off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than the driver's seat.
When the main switch is turned on (pushed in, indicator on), you can only operate
the windows from the driver's seat. Turn the main switch on when children are in
the vehicle.
Opening/Closing the Power Windows
WARNING
Closing a power window on someone's
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from
the windows before closing them.
Opening/Closing Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function
The power windows can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you turn the ignition switch off.
Opening either front door cancels this function.
Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing
automatically, it will stop closing and reverse
direction.
The driver’s window auto reverse function is
disabled when you continuously pull up the switch.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when
the window is almost closed to ensure that it fully
closes.
Automatic operation
To o p e n : Push the switch down firmly
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To
stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch briefly. Manual operation
To open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the window reaches
the desired position.
ONOFF
Main Switch
Driver’s Window Switch
Indicator
Front Passenger’sWindow Switch

Opening and Closing the Windows
Opening/Closing the Power Windows
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Continued
Controls
Opening/Closing Windows without Auto-Open/Close Function Opening Windows and Moonroof with the Remote
Tra n s m i t t e r
To o p e n : Press the UNLOCK button twice
within 10 seconds and hold it down for the
second time. If the windows stop midway,
repeat the procedure.
Opening Windows and Moonroof with the Remote Transmitter
You cannot operate the power windows with the
remote transmitter when the key is in the ignition
switch.
To open: Push the switch down.
To close: Pull the switch up.
Release the switch when the window reaches
the desired position.
Unlock
Button
Close
Open

Opening and Closing the Windows
Opening/Closing the Power Windows
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Opening/Closing the Windows/Moonroof with the Key
To open: Unlock the driver's door with the
key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key
to the central position, turn the key in the
unlock direction and hold it there.
To close: Lock the driver's door with the key.
Within 10 seconds of returning the key to
the central position, turn the key in the lock
direction and hold it there.
Release the key to stop the windows/
moonroof at the desired position. If you
want further adjustment, repeat the same
operation.
Opening/Closing the Windows/Moonroof with the Key
You cannot close the power windows with the key
when the door is open.
Close
Open

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Opening and Closing the Moonroof
Controls
Opening/Closing the Moonroof
You can only operate the moonroof when the ignition switch is in ON
II
. Use the
switch in the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof.
Automatic operation
To open: Pull the switch back firmly, then
release.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly,
then release.
The moonroof will automatically open or
close all the way. To stop the moonroof
midway, touch the switch briefly. Manual operation
To open: Pull the switch back, and hold it
until the desired position is reached.
To close: Push the switch forward, and hold
it until the desired position is reached. Tilting the moonroof up
To tilt: Push on the center of the moonroof
switch.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly,
then release.
WARNING
Opening or closing the moonroof on
someone's hands or fingers can cause
serious injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers are clear
of the moonroof before opening or
closing it. Opening/Closing the Moonroof NOTICE Opening the moonroof in below freezing
temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice
can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
The power moonroof can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you turn the ignition switch off.
Opening either front door cancels this function.
When resistance is detected, the auto reverse
function causes the moonroof to change directions,
then stop. Auto reverse stops sensing when the
moonroof is almost closed to ensure that it fully
closes. Make sure that all objects, including fingers,
are clear of the moonroof.