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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display uMulti-Information Display
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Instrument Panel
■Customization flow
Press the / button to select Keyless Memory SettingsTM and press the SEL/RESET button.34
SEL/RESETCHG SETTING
DEFAULT ALL
EXIT
ACC SETUP*
EXITSECURITY RELOCK TIMER
TRIP COMPUTER TRIP A INFO RESET
ADJUST ALARM VOLUME
AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION
KEYLESS START GUIDANCE SCREENS*
LANGUAGE SELECTION
ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY
MEMORY POSITION LINK
AUTO TILT AND TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL
DOOR UNLOCK MODE
KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH
KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP
INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME
HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER
AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY
AUTO DOOR LOCK
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE
KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT
PRE-RUNNING CAR DETECT BEEP
ACC DISPLAY SPEED UNIT
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METER SETUP
POSITION SETUP
KEYLESS ACCESS SETUP*
LIGHTING SETUP
DOOR/WINDOW SETUP
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
SEL/RESET
* Not available on all models

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock.............................. 102
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Function s .................. 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 106
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength*...................................... 110Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 111
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 112
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 113
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 114
Security System ................................ 120
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 123
Opening and Closing the Panoramic
Glass Roof ........................................ 126
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ............................... 127
Ignition Switch ................................. 127
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 128
Turn Signals ..................................... 131
Light Switches.................................. 131
Fog Lights ........................................ 133
Daytime Running Lights ................... 133
Wipers and Washers ........................ 134
Brightness Control ........................... 136
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button........................................ 137
Driving Position Memory System ...... 138
Adjusting the Steeri ng Wheel .......... 140
Adjusting the Mirrors ....................... 141
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 143
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items ................................................ 151
Interior Lights .................................. 151
Interior Convenience Items .............. 153
Climate Con trol System................... 163
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 163
Synchronized Mode ......................... 165
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 166
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors, tailgate, and
fuel fill door. You can also use the remote
transmitter or keyless access system
* to lock
and unlock all the doors, tailgate, and fuel fill
door.
The seat automatically moves to the preset
position when you unlock the door using the
remote transmitter or keyless access system
*.2 Driving Position Memory System P. 138
■Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2 Immobilizer System P. 120
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apa rt except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remo te transmitter or keyless
access system may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Retractable
Master Key*Keyless Access
Remote*
* Not available on all models

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uKey Types and Functions
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Controls
■Retractable master keys*
The master key folds up inside the remote
transmitter.
1. Press the release button to release the key
out from the transmitter.
u Make sure to fully extend the key.
2. To close the key, press the release button
then push the key in side the transmitter
until you hear a click.
■Keyless access remote*
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors and the tailgate when the keyless access
remote battery becomes weak and the power
door lock/unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while
pressing the release butto n. To reinstall the
built-in key, push the bu ilt-in key into the
keyless access remote until it clicks.
1 Retractable master keys*
If the key is not fully extended, the immobilizer
system may not work properly, and the engine may
not start.
Avoid contact with the key whenever it extends or
retracts.Release Button
Press
Built-in Key Release Button
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Fully insert the key and turn it.
■Locking the driver’s door
Pull the lock tab rearward
a or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.
■Locking the passenger’s doors
Pull the lock tab rearward and close the door.
■Lockout prevention system
The doors and the tailgate cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch*1, or
the keyless access remote is in side the vehicle, and any door or the tailgate is open.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ig nition switch.
■Locking/Unlocking th e Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, all of the
other doors, tailgate, and fuel fill door lock at the
same time. When unlocking, the driver’s door and
fuel fill door unlock first. Turn the key a second time
within a few seconds to unlock the remaining doors
and the tailgate.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2 Customized Features P. 94
If you are using the retrac table key, make sure it is
fully extended.
LockUnlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1 Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door, all the other doors,
the tailgate, and fuel fill door lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in
the vehicle.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength*
Controls
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength*
The vehicle transmits radio waves to locate the keyless access remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, unlocking the tailgate, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors or unlocking the tailgate or
starting the engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being trans mitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the keyless access remote together with telecommunications
equipment, notebook computers, mob ile phones, or wireless machines.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the keyless access remote.1Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength*
Communication between the keyless access remote
and the vehicle consumes the keyless access remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on regularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the keyless access
remote is receiving strong radio waves. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
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uuOpening and Closing the Tailgate uOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate
Controls
Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate
The power tailgate can be operated by pressing the power tailgate button on the
remote transmitter, pressing the power tail gate button in the instrument panel, or
pressing the button on the tailgate.
■The power tailgate can be opened when:
• The tailgate is fully closed.
• The shift lever is in
P.
• Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter for about one
second.
■The power tailgate can be closed when:
• The tailgate is fully open.
• The shift lever is in
P.
• Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter for about one
second.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
1 Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate
The power tailgate may not open or close under the
following conditions:
•You start the engine while the tailgate is
automatically opening or closing.
•The vehicle is parked on a steep hill.•The vehicle is swayed in a strong wind.•The tailgate or the roof is covered with snow or ice.
If you close the power tailg ate when all the doors are
locked, the power tailgate locks automatically.
If you replace the battery or the power tailgate fuse
while the tailgate is open, the power tailgate may be
disabled. The power tailgate resumes once you
manually close the tailgate.
Installing aftermarket components other than
genuine Acura accessories on the power tailgate may
prevent it from fully opening or closing.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully open before you
get your luggage in and out.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully closed before
you start the vehicle.
The beeper sounds when you turn the ignition switch
to ON
(w*1, and move the shift lever out of the (P
position while the power tailgate is still open, or
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The 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 inserti ng the key into the ignition switch or
selecting the ACCESSORY mode with an ENGINE START/STOP button
*:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the doors, tailgate, or hood are opened
without the key, remote transmitt er or keyless access remote*.
■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, remo te transmitter or keyless access system*. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICELeaving 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.
1 Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models