2013 Acura TSX lock

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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display uMulti-Information Display
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Instrument Panel
*1: Default Setting
*2: Default Setting for automatic transmission
*3: Default Setting for manual transmissionSetup Group Custo
mizable Features Description Selectable settingsDOOR
SETUP
AUTO DOOR LOCK
Changes the setting for the automatic locking
feature.
OFF/ WITH VEH SPD
*1/SHIFT
FROM P (A/T only)
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
Changes the setting for when the doors unlock
automatically.
OFF/DRIVER DOOR With
SHIFT to P
*2 (A/T only)/ ALL
DOORS With SHIFT to P (A/T
only)/ DRIVER DOOR With IGN
OFF
*3/ ALL DOORS With IGN
OFF
DOOR LOCK MODE
Sets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock
on the first push of the remote.
DRIVER DOOR
*1/ ALL DOORS
KEYLESS LOCK
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
LOCK/UNLOCK - The exterior lights flash LOCK (2nd
push) - The beeper sounds
ON
*1/OFF
SECURITY RELOCK
TIMER
Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and
the security system to set after you unlock the
vehicle without opening any door.
90sec /60sec /30sec
*1
DEFAULT ALL
Sets/Cancels all the customized settings as default.
SET/ CANCEL

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 88
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 89
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 91
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 93
Childproof Door Locks ....................... 94
Auto Door Lock/Unlock ...................... 94
Opening and Closing the Trunk......... 95
Security System .................................. 98
Immobilizer System ............................ 98
Security System Alarm ........................ 98
Opening and Closing the Windows ... 100Opening and Closi
ng the Moonroof.. 103
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel Ignition Switch ................................. 104
Turn Signals ..................................... 105
Light Switches.................................. 105
Fog Lights ........................................ 107
Daytime Running Lights ................... 107
Wipers and Washers ........................ 108
Brightness Control ........................... 109
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button........................................ 110Driving Position Memory System
*.... 111
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 113 Adjusting the Mirror
........................ 114
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 114
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 114
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 116
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 116
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 125
Interior Lights .................................. 125
Interior Convenience Items .............. 126
Climate Control System ................... 133
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 133
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 136
* Not available on all models

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Setting the ClockClockYou can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK button.
1. Press the MENU button.
2. Rotate to select CLOCK ADJUST in the
display.
3. Press . CLOCK ADJUST appears.
4. Rotate to select the item you want to
adjust (12/24 hour mode, hour, minute).
Then press .
5. Rotate to make the adjustment.
6. Press to enter your selection. The display
returns to CLOCK ADJUST . Repeat steps 4
to 6 to adjust other items.
7. To enter the selection, Rotate and select
SET , then press .
8. Press the MENU button to go back to the
normal display.■
Adjusting the Time
1 Clock
You can switch the clock display between 24 hours
and 12 hours when in the menu mode.
Selector Knob Icon details
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
To set the time to the nearest hour:
Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock
display begins to blink, then press the
( 3
(Reset)
button.
Depending on the displayed time, the clock sets
forward or backward.
Example:
1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00
The clock is automatically updated through the
navigation system, so the time does not need to be
adjusted.
Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
Menu Button
12/24 Hour Mode
Hour Setting Minute Setting

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors, trunk, and
fuel fill door. You can also use the remote
transmitter to lock and unlock the doors,
trunk, and fuel fill door.
The seat automatically moves to the preset
position when you unlock the door using the
remote transmitter on the master key.
2Driving Position Memory System
* P. 111
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 inside the transmitter
until you hear a click.
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Retractable Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2 Immobilizer System P. 98
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 re mote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
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.
Panic Button Trunk Button
Lock
Button
Release Button Unlock
Button
Models with a driving position system
Release Button
Press* Not available on all models

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uKey Types and Functions
90Controls
Can be used to start and stop the engine, and
lock and unlock driver’s door.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■
Valet Key
1Valet Key
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
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Key Number Tag
1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.

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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■
Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once: uSome exterior lights flash, all the doors,
trunk, and fuel fill door lock, and the
security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push): uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system is set.
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Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once: uSome exterior lights flash twice, and the
driver’s door and fuel fill door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors and the trunk
unlock.
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Using the Remote Transmitter
1Using the Remote Transmitter
Open the door within 30 seconds.
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the unlock button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off
immediately.
2 Interior Lights P. 125
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote transmitter will not work when the key is
in the ignition switch. The remote will not lock the
vehicle when a door is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Battery P. 269
LED
Lock
Button
Unlock
Button

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Fully insert the key and turn it.
If you are using the master key, make sure it is
fully extended.■
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.
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Locking the passenger’s doors
Pull the lock tab rearward and close the door.
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Lockout prevention system
The doors cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and any door is
open.
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Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, all the
other doors, trunk, 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
trunk.
Lock
Unlock
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Locking a Door Without Using a Key
1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door, all the other doors,
trunk, 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 uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
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Locking a door
Pull the lock tab rearward.
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Unlocking a door
Push the lock tab forward.
Press the master door lock switch in as shown
to lock or unlock all doors.
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Using the Lock Tab
1 Using the Lock Tab
When you lock the door using the lock tab on the
driver’s door, all the other doors, trunk, and fuel fill
door lock at the same time.
When you unlock the door using the lock tab on the
driver’s door, only the driver’s door will unlock.
To Unlock
Lock Tab
To Lock■
Using the Master Door Lock Switch
1Using the Master Door Lock Switch
When you lock/unlock the driver’s door using the
master lock switch, all the other doors, trunk, and
fuel fill door lock/unlock at the same time.
Master Door
Lock SwitchTo Unlock
To Lock