2011 Acura TSX seat adjustment

2Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
System Indicators
P.64
Gauges
P.75
Multi-Information Display
P.76
Navigation System
*
See Navigation System Manual
Audio System
P.138
Climate Control System
P.133
Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror Button
P.110

(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®)
System OFF) Button
P.205
Ignition Switch
P.104
Steering Wheel Adjustments
P.113
Seat Heater Switches
P.132

Seat Belts
Fastening a Seat Belt
30Safe Driving
Lap belt
as low as
possible
3. Position the lap part of the belt as low
as possible across your hips, then pull up
on the shoulder part of the belt so the
lap part fits snugly. This lets your strong
pelvic bones take the force of a crash and
reduces the chance of internal injuries.
4. If necessary, pull up on the belt again to
remove any slack, then check that the belt
rests across the center of your chest and
over your shoulder. This spreads the forces
of a crash over the strongest bones in your
upper body.
Fastening a Seat Belt
To release the belt, push the red PRESS button
then guide the belt by hand until it has retracted
completely.
When exiting the vehicle, be sure the belt is out of
the way and will not get closed in the door.
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor
The front seats have adjustable shoulder anchors to accommodate taller and
shorter occupants.
1. Move the anchor up and down while
holding the release button.
2. Position the anchor so that the belt rests
across the center of your chest and over
your shoulder.
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor
The shoulder anchor height can be adjusted to four
levels. If the belt contacts your neck, lower the
height one level at a time.
After an adjustment, make sure that the shoulder
anchor position is secure.
WARNING
Improperly positioning the seat belts can
cause serious injury or death in a crash.
Make sure all seat belts are properly
positioned before driving.
Push

Child Safety
Protecting Child Passengers
49Safe Driving
Protecting Child Passengers
To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle
and allow the seat belt to wind up all the way.
To remind you of the passenger's front airbag
hazards and child safety, your vehicle has warning
labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the
front visors. Please read and follow the instructions
on these labels.
Safety Labels


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Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrained in an t
approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either the lap
belt portion of the lap/shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system.
Never hold a child on your lap because it is impossible to protect them in the t
event of a collision.
Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child. During a crash, the belt would t
likely press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.
Never let two children use the same seat belt. Both children could be very t
seriously injured in a crash.
Do not allow children to operate the doors, windows or seat adjustments. t
Do not leave children in the vehicle unattended, especially in hot weather t
when the inside of the vehicle can get hot enough to kill them. They could also
activate vehicle controls causing it to move unexpectedly.
WARNING
Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or
wrap one around their neck can
result in serious injury or death.

Instruct children not to play with any seat
belt and make sure any unused
seat belt a child can reach is buckled, fully
retracted, and locked.

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


P. 8 0
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

Adjusting the Mirror
114Controls
Interior Rearview MirrorAdjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.
When driving after dark, the automatic
dimming rearview mirror reduces the glare
from headlights behind you. Press the AUTO
button to turn this function on and off.
When activated, the AUTO indicator comes
on.
Adjusting the Mirror
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
Adjusting the Seat Positions


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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
The auto dimming function cancels when the shift
position is in R.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
You can adjust the door mirrors when the
ignition switch is in ON
II
.
Mirror position adjustment
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the
switch to the center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press
the switch left, right, up, or down to move
the mirror.
Door Mirrors
Indicator Sensor
Auto Button
Adjustment Switch
Selector Switch

Adjusting the Seats
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Adjusting the Seat Positions

 
 




Adjust the driver's seat as far back as possible
while allowing you to maintain full control of
the vehicle. You should be able to sit upright,
well back in the seat and be able to
adequately press the pedals without leaning
forward, and grip the steering wheel
comfortably. The passenger's seat should be
adjusted in a similar manner, so that it is as
far back from the front airbag in the
dashboard as possible.
Adjusting the Seats
The National Highway Traffice Safety Administration
and Transport Canada recommend that drivers
allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center
of the steering wheel and the chest.
Always make seat adjustments before driving.
WARNING
Sitting too close to a front airbag can
result in serious injury or death if the
front airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the front
airbags as possible while maintaining
control of the vehicle.
Horizontal Position
Adjustment
Height Adjustment
(Driver's seat only)
Driver's seat is shownSeat-back Angle
Adjustment

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

P. 9 3
Adjust your seating position properly. t
Adjusting the head restraint, too.
Adjusting the Seats

P.11 6
Adjusting the Head Restraints


P.11 8
Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving. t
Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
Adjusting the Mirrors

P.114
Steering Wheel Adjustments


P.113
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

P.1 8 5
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.