When everything is closed and locked, the only inputs that are grounded, and have 0 volts, are the driver's door
lock knob switch (LOCK position), and the integrated audio-HVAC display module. In other words, all of the
other switches are open, and have about 10 volts, including the key cylinder switches. The security indicator in
the gauge control module begins to flash immediately after the vehicle is completely closed and locked, and 15
seconds later, the security system arms and the security indicator flashes on for a shorter amount of time than
before. If the security indicator does not flash, the system is not arming. A beep sounds and parking lights flash
to confirm the security alarm system is armed if the LOCK button is pressed a second time within 5 seconds.
If one of the switches is misadjusted or shorted internally, or there is a short in the circuit, the security system
will not arm. As long as the control unit continues to receive a ground signal (0 volts), it senses that the vehicle
is not closed and locked, and the system will not arm. A switch that is slightly misadjusted can cause the alarm
to sound for no apparent reason. In this case, a significant change in outside air temperature, the vibration of a
passing truck, or someone bumping into the vehicle could cause the alarm to sound. There is no glass breakage
or motion detector feature.
If anything is opened or improperly unlocked after the system is armed, the control unit receives a ground signal
from that switch, and the 10 volts reference drops to 0 volts. If the integrated audio-HVAC display unit is
disconnected, the input loses its ground, and the input voltage goes to 10 volts. The system sounds the alarm
when any of these occur:
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A door or the trunk is forced open
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A door is unlocked without using the key or the remote transmitter
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The hood is opened
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The audio-HVAC display unit is disconnected
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The remote panic is operated
When the system sounds the alarm, the horns sound and the exterior lights flash for 2 minutes. The alarm can be
stopped at any time by unlocking the driver's door with the key or by pressing any button on the remote
transmitter.
PANIC MODE
The panic mode sounds the alarm in order to attract attention. When the PANIC button on the remote
transmitter is pressed and held for 2 seconds, the alarm sounds and the exterior lights flash for about 20
seconds.
The panic mode can be cancelled at anytime by pressing any button on the remote transmitter or by turning the
ignition switch ON (II). The panic mode will not function if the ignition switch is ON (II).
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
The keyless entry system is integrated with the MICS. The multiplex integrated control unit (MICU) receives
LOCK, UNLOCK and PANIC signals from the door multiplex control unit (keyless receiver).
The keyless entry system allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle with the remote transmitter. When you
press the LOCK button, all doors lock. When you press the UNLOCK button once, only the driver's door
2004 Acura TSX
2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Keyless Entry/Security Alarm System - TSX