2022 ACURA ILX immobilizer

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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P71)
System Indicators
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator Vehicle Stability Assist
TM
(VSA ®) System Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM
(VSA ®) OFF Indicator
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
Indicator
Gauges (P92)/Multi-Information Display (P93)/System Indicators (P72)
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator Keyless Access System
Indicator Blind spot information
System Indicator
*
Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM (CMBSTM) Indicator
Road Departure Mitigation
(RDM) IndicatorFog Light Indicator*
Temperature
Gauge Security System
Alarm IndicatorFuel Gauge
Tachometer
Multi-Information Display
Speedometer
Shift Lever Position Indicator M (sequential mode) Indicator/
Gear Position Indicator
System Indicators
Lane Keeping Assist
System ( LKAS) Indicator
Adaptive Cruise Control
(
ACC ) Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System ( ABS)
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator (Red) Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
Auto High-Beam
Indicator
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uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you set the
power mode to ON, then goes off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer system
cannot recognize the key
information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK),
then select the ON mode again.
●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked
by a dealer.
●Do not attempt to alter this system or add
other devices to it. Electrical problems can
occur.
—
Security System
Alarm Indicator
●Blinks when the Security System
Alarm has been set.
2 Security System Alarm P. 132—
Keyless Access
System Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON, then
goes off.
●Comes on as soon as a problem is
detected in the keyless access system
or keyless starting system.
●Stays on constantly or does not come
on at all - Have your vehicle checked by a
dealer.
Indicator
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 110
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key .................................................. 112
Low Keyless Remote Signal Strength ... 114
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 115
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 124
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 126
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 127
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 128
Security System ................................ 132
Immobilizer System .......................... 132
Security System Alarm ...................... 132 Windows
........................................... 135Moonroof............................................. 138Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 139
Turn Signals ..................................... 142
Light Switches.................................. 143
Fog Lights
*...................................... 146
Daytime Running Lights ................... 146
Auto High-Beam .............................. 147
Wipers and Washers ........................ 150
Brightness Control ........................... 152
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..153
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 153 Driving Position Memory System
*.... 154
Mirrors ............................................... 156
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 156
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 157
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 158
Front Seats ...................................... 158
Interior Convenience Items .............. 168
Interior Lights .................................. 168
Storage Items .................................. 170
Other Interior Convenience Items..... 173
Climate Control System ................... 175
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 175
Automatic Climate Control Sensors......178
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key
This vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors and to open
the trunk.1Key
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 132
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the
keys:
•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, dust and sand.
•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 remote transmitter 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 remote. 2 Remote Engine Start
* P. 434
Models with two-way keyless remote
Models without two-way keyless
remote
Models with two-way keyless remote
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
This system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from starting the
engine.
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 vehi cle’s immobilizer system near the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic devices, such as televisions
and audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates wh en the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not activate if th e trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or keyless access system.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the
transmission is taken 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.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattendedM
Do not alter the system or add other devices to itM
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperableM
1 Security System Alarm
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
The security system alarm continues for a maximum
of two minutes until the security system alarm
deactivates.
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Put the transmission into
(P.
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
■Stopping the Engine
1Starting the Engine
Bring the keyless remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the batte ry in the keyless
remote is weak. 2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
P. 588
The engine may not start if the keyless remote is
subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 30 seconds
before starting the engine again.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly c oded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled. 2 Immobilizer System P. 132
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 588
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 139
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights do not come on at all
2Battery P. 551●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 600
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 432
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 132
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 92
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 602
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 603
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 590
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Index
G
Gasoline (Fuel)Economy ................................................. 513
Gauge ....................................................... 92
Information ............................................. 510
Instant Fuel Economy ................................. 97
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Refueling ................................................. 510
Gauges ......................................................... 92
Gear Position Indicator ............................... 73
Glass (care) ................................................ 559
Glove Box .................................................. 170
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 563
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)....................... 345, 374
Auto Answer ........................................... 391
Automatic Import of Cellular
Phonebook and Call History ........... 361, 393
Automatic Transferring .................... 359, 391
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 359
Displaying Messages ........................ 370, 411
HFL Buttons ..................................... 345, 374
HFL Menus ...................................... 347, 377
HFL Status Display............................ 346, 375
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 346, 376
Making a Call .................................. 364, 402
Options During a Call ...................... 368, 408
Phone Setup .................................... 352, 382
Phonebook Phonetic M odification ........... 397 Receiving a Call ............................... 367, 407
Receiving a Text Message ........................ 369
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 409
Ring Tone................................................ 392
Roadside Assistance ................................ 415
Selecting a Text/E-mail Message
Account ................................................ 410
Speed Dial ....................................... 362, 394
Text Message .................................. 357, 369
To Clear the System ................................ 360
To Create a Security PIN .................. 358, 389
To Set Up a Text Message Notice Option................................................... 357
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message
Option................................................... 387
Use Contact Photo .................................. 392
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 242
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 6
Head Restraints ........................................ 162
Headlights ................................................. 143
Auto High-Beam System.......................... 147
Automatic Operation............................... 144
Dimming ......................................... 143, 146
Operating................................................ 143
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 174
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 345, 374
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 78
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 436
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 342
Honda App License Agreement .............. 296
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Identification Numbers............................ 608
Engine and Transmission ......................... 608
Vehicle Identification............................... 608
Illumination Control ................................ 152
Knob ...................................................... 152
Immobilizer System .................................. 132
Indicator ................................................... 79
Indicators .................................................... 72
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).... 80, 81, 466
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 75
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 78
Blind spot information System ........... 83, 446
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 72
Brake System (Red) ........................... 72, 598
Charging System............................... 74, 596
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .......................................... 83, 84
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 76, 598
Fog Light .................................................. 78
Gear Position ............................................ 73
High Beam ................................................ 78
Immobilizer System ................................... 79
Keyless Access System............................... 79
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 82, 484
Lights On .................................................. 78
Low Fuel ................................................... 75
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 73, 596
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS .... 77, 448, 450, 599
Maintenance Minder............................... 519
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