2011 Acura TSX door lock

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
104Controls
0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.
I ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
II ON: This is the position when driving.

III
START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON
II when you let go of
the key.
Ignition Switch
Ignition Switch Manual transmission models
Automatic transmission models You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is
in
P.
All models If you open the driver's door when the key is in
LOCK
0 or ACCESSORY
I , a warning buzzer will
sound to remind you to take the key out.
When this happens, the following messages appear
on the multi-information display:
In LOCK
t
0 : "REMOVE KEY."
In ACCESSORY
t
I : "REMOVE KEY" The buzzer
will stop when you take the key out.
If the key won't turn from LOCK
0 to ACCESSORY
I, turn the key while moving the steering wheel
left and right. The steering wheel will unlock,
allowing the key to turn.
WARNING
Removing the key from the ignition switch
locks the steering. If you do this while the
vehicle is in motion, you can lose control
of the vehicle.
Only remove the key from the ignition
switch when parked.

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Light Switches
106Controls
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
II
.
When you turn the light switch to
AUTO
,
the headlights and other exterior lights will
switch on and off automatically depending
on the ambient brightness.
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark
areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not
work properly.Light SensorYou can change the AUTO light sensitivity and
automatic lighting off timer setting using the multi-
information display.
Customization Procedure


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Automatic lighting off feature
The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off
within 15 seconds after you remove the key and close the driver's door.
If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK
0 with the headlight switch on, but do
not open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is
in the
AUTO
position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver's door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Driving Position Memory System*
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Controls
Driving Position Memory System
Using the multi-information display, you can disable
the automatic seat adjustment function.
Customization Procedure


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You can cancel the driving position memory link
and customized settings. Press and hold the LOCK
and UNLOCK buttons at the same time. The LED in
the remote transmitter blinks twice and the default
settings are restored.
To turn the memory position link settings back on,
repeat this procedure. The LED will blink once.
Driving Position Memory System
*
You can store two driver's seat positions with the driving position memory system.
When you unlock and open the driver's door with a remote transmitter, the seat
adjusts automatically to one of the two preset positions.
The multi-information display shows you which remote transmitter you used to
unlock the vehicle when you enter.
Driver 1 transmitter is linked to memory button 1. t
Driver 2 transmitter is linked to memory button 2. t
* Not available on all models
Driver 1 Driver 2

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Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Controls
Interior Lights
ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed. Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following
situations:
When any of the doors are opened. t
You unlock the driver's door. t
You remove the key from the ignition t
switch. OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position, the interior lights
fade out and go off about 30 seconds after the
doors are closed.
The lights go off after 30 seconds in the following
situations:
When you unlock the driver's door but do not topen it.
When you remove the key from the ignition tswitch but do not open a door.
You can change the interior lights dimming time.
Customized Features


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The interior lights go off immediately in the
following situations:
When you lock the driver's door.
tWhen you close the driver's door with the key in tthe ignition switch.
When you turn the ignition switch to ON t
II.
If you leave any of the doors open without the key
in the ignition switch, the interior lights go off after
about 15 minutes.
Interior Light Switches Map Lights
The map lights can be turned on and off by
pressing the lenses.
Map Lights
When the ceiling light switch is in the door activated
position and any door is open, the map light will
not go off when you press the lens.
FrontRear
On
On
Door Activated PositionDoor Activated Position
Off
Off

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.

Before Driving
Driving Preparation
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Driving
Do not pile items higher than the seat height. t
They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor t
mat. An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere 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. t They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk. t
Locking/Unlocking the Door from Inside

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Adjust your seating position properly. t
Adjusting the head restraint, too.
Adjusting the Seats

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Adjusting the Head Restraints


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Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving. t
Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
Adjusting the Mirrors

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Steering Wheel Adjustments


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Interior ChecksStore or secure all items on board properly. t
Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
Maximum Load Limit

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Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and typically
does not need to be adjusted. However, if you
regularly carry heavy items in the trunk or tow a
trailer, have the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by
a qualified technician.

Refueling
How to Refuel
216Driving
How to Refuel
1. Stop your vehicle with the service station
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the
rear.
2. Turn off the engine.
3. Unlock the driver's door using the master
door lock switch.
The fuel fill door on the outer side of
the vehicle will unlock.
How to Refuel
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and
explosive. You can be burned or seriously
injured when handling fuel.
Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, t
and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors. t
Wipe up spills immediately. t
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having
met "TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline" standards at the retail location. This fuel
is guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of
metallic additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful
metallic additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and
emission control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information
on gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit My Acura at owners.acura.com In
Canada, visit www.acura.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more
information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 liters)
To L o c k
To UnlockMaster Door Lock Switch

Refueling
How to Refuel
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Driving
How to RefuelUse the master door lock switch to unlock the fuel
fill door.
The vehicle doors and fuel fill door automatically
relock if the remote unlock function is used. This
can be deactivated by briefly opening then closing
the driver's door. NOTICE The fuel fill door and its latching mechanism can be
permanently damaged if the fuel fill door is forced
closed when the driver's door is locked.
The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space
in the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a
result of changes in air temperature.
If the fuel nozzle keeps turning off when the tank
is not full, there may be a problem with the pump's
fuel vapor recovery system. Try filling at another
pump. If this does not fix the problem, consult a
dealer.
Do not continue to add fuel after the nozzle has
automatically stopped. Additional fuel can exceed
the full tank capacity.
6. Place the fuel fill cap in the holder.
7. Insert the filler nozzle fully.
When the tank is full, the fuel nozzle will
click off automatically. This leaves space
in the fuel tank in case the fuel expands
with a change in the temperature.
8. After filling, replace the fuel fill cap,
tightening it until you hear it click at least
once. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
4. Press the area indicated by the arrow to
release the fuel fill door. You will hear a
click
5. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear
a release of air, wait until this stops, then
turn the knob slowly to open the fuel fill
cap.
Fuel Fill Door
Press
Cap
Holder
Cap