2011 Acura TSX door lock

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the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of the TSX. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
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represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
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features.
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were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor
Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change
specifications or design at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation.
Safe Driving P. 2 1For Safe Driving P. 22 Seat Belts P. 26 Airbags P. 33 Instrument Panel P. 6 3Indicators P. 64 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 75 Controls P. 8 7Setting the Clock P. 88 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 89
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 103
Adjusting the Seats P. 116 Features P. 13 7Audio System P. 138 Audio System Basic Operation P. 141
General Information on the Audio System P. 161 Driving P. 1 8 1Before Driving P. 182 Towing a Trailer P. 187
Refueling P. 215 Fuel Economy P. 218 Maintenance P. 2 2 1Before Performing Maintenance P. 222 Maintenance Minder™ P. 225
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 257
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 270 Handling the Unexpected P. 2 7 5Tools P. 276 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 277
Overheating P. 288 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 290
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 299 Information P. 3 0 1Specifications P. 302 Identification Numbers P. 306
Emissions Testing P. 309 Warranty Coverages P. 311

4Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
Driving Position Memory System Buttons
*
P.111
Door Mirror Controls
P.114
Driver's Front Airbag
P.36
Rearview Mirror
P.114
Passenger's Front Airbag
P.36
Passenger Side Fuse Box
P.296
Parking Brake
P.210
Glove Box
P.126
Accessory Power Socket
P.129
Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission
P.194

Manual Transmission
P.199
Trunk Release
P.95
Hood Release Handle
P.231
Driver Side Fuse Box
P.295
Power Window Switches
P.100
Power Door Lock Master Switch
(Unlocking Fuel Fill Door)
P.93
Driver’s Pocket

6Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
Headlights
P.105, 247
Front Turn Signal/Parking/
Side Marker Lights
P.105, 252
Door Mirrors
P.114
Side Turn Signal Lights
P.105, 253
Maintenance Under the Hood
P.229
Windshield Wipers
P.108, 257
Door Lock/Unlock Control
P.91
Fog Lights
P.107, 251
Tires
P.259, 277
Opening/Closing the Trunk
P.95
Trunk Release Switch
P.96
Emergency Trunk Release Lever
P.97
Brake/Taillights
P.253
Rear Turn Signal Lights
P.253
Rear Side Marker Lights
P.253
Back-Up Lights
P.254
How to Refuel
P.216
Rearview Camera
*
See Navigation System Manual
High-Mount Brake Light
P.256

8Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
P.63
Lights On IndicatorHigh Beam IndicatorFog Light Indicator
Temperature
Gauge
Fuel Gauge Speedometer
Tachometer
Low Fuel
Indicator
Security System Alarm
Indicator Multi-Information Display
Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Gear Position Indicator
*
Gauges

P.75
Multi-Information Display

P.76
System Indicators

P.64
Lights Reminders
System IndicatorsSystem Indicators
VSA
® OFF Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
IndicatorsElectric Power
Steering (EPS)
IndicatorMalfunction
Indicator LampLow Oil Pressure
IndicatorCharging System
IndicatorAnti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
IndicatorVehicle Stability
Assist (VSA
®) System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
IndicatorImmobilizer System
IndicatorSupplemental
Restraint System
IndicatorLow Tire Pressure/
TPMS IndicatorDoor and Trunk
Open IndicatorCruise Main IndicatorCruise Control
IndicatorSystem Message
Indicator Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator
U. S.Canada
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
U. S.Canada

10Quick Reference Guide
Trunk ReleaseSelector
Switch
Adjustment SwitchIndicator
Main Switch
Window
Switch
Steering Wheel

P.113
To adjust, pull the adjustment lever
towards you, adjust to the desired position,
then lock the lever back in place.Tr u n k

P.95
Push the trunk release on the driver's
door, or on the remote transmitter.
With the doors unlocked, press the trunk
release switch on the trunk lid to open it.
Door Mirrors

P.114
With the ignition switch in ON
, move
the selector switch to L or R.
Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to adjust the mirror. Place the selector switch in the R
position to use the reverse tilt door
mirror feature.
Power Windows

P.100
With the ignition switch in ON
, open
and close the power windows.
If the main switch is in the OFF position,
each passenger's window can be opened
and closed with its own switch. If the main switch is in the ON position
(indicator is on), each passenger's window
switch is disabled.

14Quick Reference Guide
VSA
® OFF Button

P.205
The vehicle stability assist (VSA
®)
system helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
VSA
® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
To turn VSA
® on or off, press and hold the
button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control

P.201
Cruise control allows you to maintain a set
speed without keeping your foot on the
accelerator pedal. To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press DECEL/SET when the
vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h).Tire Pressure Monitoring
System ( TPMS)

P.206
TPMS monitors tire pressure. TPMS is turned on automatically every
time you start the engine.
Refueling
P.215
Fuel recommendation:
4-cylinder models

Premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
number 91 or higher recommended
6-cylinder models

Premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
number 91 or higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 L)

Unlock the driver's door. Press on the edge of the
fuel fill door to make it
pop up slightly. Turn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the cap. Place the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door. After refueling, screw the
cap back on until it clicks
at least once.

17Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If
The ignition switch does not
turn from
to
. Why?t The steering wheel may be locked.
Try to turn the steering wheel left and
t
right while turning the ignition key.
The ignition switch does
not turn from
to
and I
cannot remove the key. Why?
The shift lever should be moved to
P
.
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when applying
the brakes?
This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate
a problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal.
Never pump the brake pedal.
The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?
Check if the childproof lock is in the
LOCK position. If so, open the rear
door with the outside door handle.
To cancel this function, push the
lever to the UNLOCK position.
Why do the doors lock after
I unlocked the doors using a
remote transmitter?
If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.

For Safe Driving
Your Vehicle's Safety Features
25Safe Driving
Safety CheckList
For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items
each time before you drive.
After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors are closed and locked. t
Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an
outsider from unexpectedly opening a door.
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from Inside

P. 9 3
Adjust your seat to a position suitable for driving. Be sure the front seats are t
adjusted as far to the rear as possible while allowing the driver to control the
vehicle. Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or fatal injury in a
crash.
Adjusting the Seats

P.11 6
Adjust head restraints to the proper position. Head restraints are most effective t
when the center of the head restraint aligns with the center of your head. Taller
persons should adjust their head restraint to the highest position.
Adjusting the Head Restraints

P.11 8
Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Confirm that t
any passengers are properly belted as well.
Fastening a Seat Belt

P. 2 9
Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to a child’s age, t
height and weight.
Child Safety

P. 4 8
Safety CheckList
If the door and trunk open indicator is on, a door
and/or the trunk is not completely closed. Close all
doors and the trunk tightly until the indicator goes
off.
Door and Trunk Open indicator


P. 6 8