2016 Acura ILX remote start

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
■Keyless access remoteUse the keyless access remote to start and
stop the engine, to lock and unlock the doors
and to open the trunk.
■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. 126
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advi ce 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 apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the keyless access system may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the engine using the two-way
keyless access remote.
2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback
* P. 340
Models with two-way keyless access remote
Models without two-way keyless
access remote
Models with two-way keyless access
remote
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
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Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Keyless Access Remo te Signal Strength
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the keyless access remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or starting
the engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being tra nsmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the keyless access remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or co vering the keyless access remote.
■Key Number Tag1Key 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.
1 Low 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 receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
You can remotely check if your vehicle’s doors
are all locked or any are unlocked using the
keyless access remote from extended
distances.
Press the lock button, the Am ber (LEFT) LED blinks once. Then after three seconds
one of the following feedback will come:
• Green (center) comes on: Acknowle dges that the doors are locked.
• Red (right) comes on: Acknowledges that doors are not locked, or any door is not
completely closed.
• Red (right) blinks three times: The remote does not receive the door lock status
from the vehicle.
■Checking Door Lock Status*1 Checking Door Lock Status*
Operate the remote in an open space. If there are
buildings or other obstacl es between your vehicle
and the remote, the remote may not work even
within the operable range. However, the range of
unlock, all doors, and panic functions are the same as
the standard keyless access remote. 2 Customized Features P. 97, 245
When checking the door lock status, you can also
start or stop the engine. 2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback
* P. 340
Red
Green
Amber
Lock Button
* Not available on all models
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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 follo wing when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system with the keyless
access remote.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or keyless access system.
However, the alarm goes off when a door is opened with the key, then the shift
lever is moved out of
(P or the hood is opened before the power mode is set to ON.
■When the security sy stem alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and some exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote tra nsmitter or keyless access remote. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the keyless access re mote in the vehicle can
result in theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the 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.
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133Continued
Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button
■Changing the Power Mode1ENGINE START/STOP Button
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the keyless access
remote is inside the vehicle.
The engine may also run if the keyless access remote
is close to the door or window, even if it is outside the
vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is of f, if the engine is running.
If the keyless access remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message appears on the multi-information
display. 2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 483
Operating RangeVEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in the button is off.
The power to all electrical
components is turned off.
Press the button without the shift
lever in
( P.
Shift to
( P then press the button. Press the button.
Without pressing
the brake pedal ACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on.
Indicator in the button blinks
(from ON to ACCESSORY).
Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
ON
Indicator in the button is on.
All electrical components can be
used.
IndicatorShift to (
P.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button
Controls
Warning buzzers may sound from inside or/
and outside the vehicle to remind you that the
keyless access remote is out of the vehicle. If
the buzzer continues even after the remote is
put back inside, place it to be within its
operational range.
■When the power mode is in ON
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed,
warning buzzers sound from both inside and
outside the vehicle. A warning message on
the multi-information display notifies the
driver inside that the remote is out.
■When the power mode is in
ACCESSORY
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed, a
warning buzzer sounds from outside the
vehicle.
■Keyless Access Remote Reminder1 Keyless Access Remote Reminder
When the keyless access remote is within the
system’s operational range, and the driver’s door is
closed, the warni ng function cancels.
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the vehicle
after the engine has been started, you can no longer
change the ENGINE START/STOP button mode or
restart the engine. Always make sure if the remote is
in your vehicle when you operate the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
Removing the keyless access remote from the vehicle
through a window does not activate the warning
buzzer.
Do not put the keyless access remote on the
dashboard or in the glove box. It may cause the
warning buzzer to go of f. Under some other
conditions that can prevent the vehicle from locating
the remote, the warning buzzer may also go off even
if the remote is within the system’s operational
range.
Models with full color display
Models without full color display
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying SiriusXM ® Radio
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Features
1. Select the SiriusXM® mode.
2 Audio Remote Controls P. 170
2 On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM P. 194
2.Rotate to select a channel from a list, then press .
2. Select a channel using the , icons on the tune mode screen or the preset
numbers ( 1-12 ) on the preset mode screen.
To change the tune mode:
1. Press the MENU button.
2. Rotate to select XM Tune Mode, then press .
3. Rotate to select Channel Mode or Category Mode , then press .
1. Select More.
2. Select XM Tune Mode .
3. Select Channel Mode or Category Mode .
■To Play SiriusXM ® Radio1 Playing SiriusXM ® Radio
In the channel mode, all available channels are
selectable. In the categor y mode, you can select a
channel within a ca tegory (Jazz, Rock, Classical, etc.).
There may be instances when SiriusXM ® Radio does
not broadcast all the data fi elds (artist name, title).
This does not indicate a problem with your audio
system.
SiriusXM ® Radio stations load in ascending order,
which can take about a minute. Once they have
loaded you will be able to scroll up or down to make
your selections.
Tune Start:
When you change a channel, a song being played on
that channel restarts from the beginning with this
function. This can be turned on or off from the Play
Song from Beginning setting. 2 Customized Features
* P. 245
Interface Dial
On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM
Interface Dial
On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM
* Not available on all models
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uuCustomized Features*u
Continued
Features“Trip A” Reset Timing
“Trip B” Reset Timing

Language Selection
Adjust Outside Temp. Display



Forward Collision Warning Distance*
ACC Forward Vehicle Detect Beep*

Turn by Turn Display*
Default
Door Unlock Mode
Keyless Access Light Flash

Interior Light Dimming Time
Headlight Auto Off Timer
Auto Light Sensitivity
Vehicle
Settings
Driver Assist
System
Setup
Keyless Access
Setup
Lighting Setup
Keyless Access Beep
Lane Keeping Assist Suspend Beep*
Blind Spot Info*

Driving
Position Setup
Road Departure Mitigation Setting*ACC Display Speed Unit*
Remote Start System On/Off*
Memory Position Link
Meter Setup
* Not available on all models
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