2011 Acura TSX ECU

Adjusting the Seats
Rear Seats
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Controls
Rear Seats
Folding Down the Rear Seats
2. Pull the release lever in the trunk to release
the lock.
Folding Down the Rear Seats
The rear seat-backs can be folded down to
accommodate bulkier items in the trunk.
Never drive with a seat-back folded down and the
trunk lid open.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard


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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, make 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.
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Also make sure all items in the trunk or items
extending through the opening into the rear
seats are properly secured. Loose items can fly
forward if you have to brake hard.
1. Remove the center shoulder belt from the
guide.3. Fold the seat-back down.
If the rear head restraints get caught on the
front seat-backs, remove the head restraints.
Removing and Reinstalling the Head
Restrants P.119
Guide
Center Shoulder BeltRelease Lever

Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items
130Controls
Coat Hooks
The coat hooks are not designed for large or heavy
items. Cargo Hooks
Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk,
placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far
forward as possible.
Maximum Load Limit


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Coat Hooks
There are coat hooks on the rear left and
right grab handles. Pull them down to use
them.
Cargo Hooks
The cargo hooks in the trunk can be used to
install a net for securing items.
Hooks

Audio System
Auxiliary Input Jack
140Features
Auxiliary Input JackUse the jack in the console compartment to connect standard audio devices.
1. Open the AUX cover.
2. Connect a standard audio device to the
input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo
miniplug.

The audio system automatically switches
to the AUX mode.
Auxiliary Input Jack
To switch the mode, press any of the audio mode
buttons. You can return to the AUX mode by
pressing the AUX button.
You cannot use the auxiliary input jack if you
replace the audio system.
Audio System Theft ProtectionThe audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such
as when the battery is disconnected or goes dead.
Entering the audio security code
"ENTER CODE" appears on the display when the power is reconnected.
1. Turn on the audio system.
2. Enter the audio security code using the preset buttons. If you enter an incorrect
digit, continue to the last digit, then try again. If you do not enter the code
correctly after 10 tries, you need to visit a dealer to have the system reset.
Audio System Theft Protection
Find the audio system's security code and serial
number on the radio code card.
Do not store the card in your vehicle. If you lose the
radio code card, you must obtain the information
from a dealer.

164Features
General Information on the Audio System
Compatible iPod
® and USB Flash Drives
Compatible iPod
® and USB Flash Drives
iPod
® Model Compatibility
USB Flash DrivesUse a recommended USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher. t
Some digital audio players may not be compatible. t
Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with security lockout) may not work. t
Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display. t
Some versions of MP3, WMA, or A AC formats may be unsupported. t
Files on the USB flash drive are played in their stored
order. This order may be different from the order
displayed on your PC or device. USB Flash Drives iPod
® Model Compatibility
This system may not work with all software versions
of these devices.
Model
iPod classic
® (80/160G)
iPod classic ® (120G)
iPod
® with video (iPod
® 5th generation)
iPod nano ®
iPod nano
® 2nd generation
iPod nano ® 3rd generation
iPod nano ® 4th generation
iPod nano ® 5th generation
iPod touch
®
iPod touch
® 2nd generation

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Features
The HomeLink
® Universal Transceiver can be programmed to operate up to three
remote controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or
home security systems.
Important Safety Precautions
Refer to the safety information that comes with your garage door opener to test
that the safety features are functioning properly. If you do not have the safety
information, contact the manufacturer.
Before programming HomeLink, make sure that people and objects are out of the
way of the garage or gate to prevent potential injury or damage.
When programming a garage door opener, park just outside the garage door's
path.
If you have not trained any of the buttons in
HomeLink before, you should erase any
previously learned codes. To do this:
Press and hold the two outside buttons for t
about 20 seconds, until the red indicator
blinks. Release the buttons, and proceed
to step 1.
If you are training the second or third t
button, go directly to step 1.
HomeLink
® Universal Transceiver
HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson
Controls., Inc.
Before programming HomeLink to operate a garage
door opener, confirm that the opener has an
external entrapment protection system, such as an
"electronic eye," or other safety and reverse stop
features. If it does not, HomeLink may not be able
to operate it.
Training HomeLinkHomeLink
® Universal Transceiver
Red Indicator

170Features
Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®
HFL Menus
"Phonebook"
"Store""Edit""Delete"
"Receive contact"
*
"List"
"Security"
"Change passcode""Call notification""Auto transfer"
"Clear"
"Change language"
*
"Tu t o r i a l"
"Hands-free help""System setup"
Switch the system language between English and French.
Hear a tutorial for general rules on using the system.
Hear a list of available commands and additional information describing each command. Store a phonebook entry.
Edit the number of an existing phonebook entry.
Delete a phonebook entry.
Hear a list of all stored phonebook entries.
Transfer contacts from your phone to HFL.
Change your security passcode.
Set how you want to be notified of an incoming call.
Set to automatically transfer calls from your phone to HFL when you
enter the vehicle. Apply a security passcode to the system that must be input at each
key cycle to access the system.
Clear the system of all paired phones, phonebook entries, and
security passcode.
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Features
Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®
HFL Menus
System Setup
This command group allows you to change or customize HFL basic settings.
To set a four-digit passcode to lock the HFL system for security
1. Say "System Setup."
2. Say "Security."
3. Follow the HFL prompts and say the four-digit number of your choice.
4. Follow the HFL prompts and confirm the number. To change the security passcode
1. Say "System Setup."
2. Say "Change Passcode" after the prompts.
3. Say the new four-digit passcode after the HFL prompts.
4. Follow the HFL prompts. To select a ring tone or a prompt as the incoming call notification
1. Say "System Setup."
2. Say "Call Notification" after the prompts.
3. Say "Ring Tone" or "Prompt" after the prompts. For no audible notification, say
"O f f."
System SetupPress the
button before a command.
Once a passcode is set, you are required to enter
the passcode with every new key cycle to use HFL.
If you forget the code, go to your dealer to have the
passcode reset. You can also cancel the
passcode by clearing all the data stored in the HFL
system.
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The default setting of the incoming notification is a
ring tone.

Before Driving
182Driving
Driving PreparationCheck the following items before you start driving.
Exterior ChecksMake sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior t
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
Remove any frost, snow, or ice. Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field
of vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened. When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the
wheel or wheel components.
Make sure the hood is securely closed. t If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
Make sure the tires are in good condition. t Check air pressures, check for damage and excessive wear.
Checking and Maintaining Tires

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Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle. t
There are blind spots from the inside.

Exterior Checks NOTICE When doors are frozen shut, use warm water
around the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try
to force them open, as this can damage the rubber
trim around the doors. When done, wipe dry to
avoid further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert key if the water freezes
in the hole.