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4Opening the Power Tailgate from Inside the VehiclePOWER TAILGATEThere are multiple ways to operate the power tailgate.Opening the Power Tailgate Using the Remote Transmitter• Press and hold the tailgate
button until a beep sounds.
The tailgate begins to open.
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To close the tailgate, press thebutton again at any time.
In ANYTIME mode: Press and
hold the tailgate button for
about one second to unlock
and open the tailgate. In WHEN UNLOCKED
mode:
Press the unlock button twice
to unlock all doors and the
tailgate. Then press and hold
the tailgate button for about
one second.
The vehicle must be off with the remote in operating range. The vehicle must be in Park (P) with all doors unlocked.
Make sure the power tailgate keyless open mode is set to your preference using
the MID. See your Owner’s Manual for instructions, or see page 8
for an example
of how to change a setting.
Two-Way Keyless System RemoteStarting the EngineStopping the EngineREMOTE ENGINE STARTStart your vehicle’s engine and adjust the interior temperature using the two-way
keyless access remote before you enter the vehicle. Available with Advance Package.*
*Also available as an accessory. See your authorized Acura dealer.
ENGINE button
LOCK button
Press and hold ENGINE. The red LED stays solid for one second.
The engine will stop if it has been running for more than 10 minutes or any door is
opened without using the remote or keyless access. See your Owner’s Manual for
more conditions and information.
Operating range:
approximately 328 feet
Amber LED
Green LEDRed LED
Press LOCK, then press and hold ENGINE. The
amber LED blinks, and the green LED stays solid for
one second when the engine starts. You can repeat
this once at any time within 10 minutes of the
initial remote start for a 10-minute extension.
While remote engine start is on:
• The climate control system can warm or cool the
interior, depending on the ambient temperature.
• The security system remains on.
• Exterior lights and accessories remain off.
To start driving after you enter the vehicle, depress
the brake pedal and press ENGINE START/STOP
(see page 3).
Only use remote engine
start when the vehicle
is outdoors or in a well-
ventilated area.
If the red LED is
blinking, the remote
cannot communicate
with the vehicle or it is
out of range.
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