Acura TSX (2014 year). Manual - part 7

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Security System Alarm

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Setting the security system alarm

The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have 
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK 

 (

0 , and the key has been removed from the 

ignition switch.

• The hood is closed.

• All doors and the tailgate are locked with the remote transmitter.

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When the security system alarm sets

The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the 
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.

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To cancel the security system alarm

The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or 
remote transmitter. The security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.

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The  PA N IC button  on the 

remote transmitter

If you press the PANIC button for 
approximately one second, the following will 
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.

• Some exterior lights flash.

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Canceling panic mode

Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON 

 (

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Panic Mode

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Security System Alarm

Do not set the security system alarm when someone 
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can 
accidentally activate when:

•

Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master 
door lock switch.

•

Opening the tailgate with the power tailgate 
button on the driver’s door.

If the battery goes dead after you have set the 
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off 
once the battery is recharged or replaced.

If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by 
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add another 
device to it.

Model with power tailgate

PANIC

 

Button

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Opening and Closing the Windows

Opening/Closing the Power Windows

The power windows can be opened and closed when the ignition switch is in ON 

 (

w , using the switches on the doors. The driver’s side switches can be used to open 

and close all the windows.

The power window lock button on the driver’s side must be switched off (not 
pushed in, indicator off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than 
the driver’s seat.

When the power window lock button is turned on (pushed in, indicator on), you can 
only operate the driver’s window. Turn the power window lock button on when 
children are in the vehicle.

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Automatic operation

To open: Push the switch down firmly.

To close: Pull the switch up firmly.

The window opens or closes completely. To 
stop the window at any time, push or pull the 
switch briefly.

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Manual operation

To open: Push the switch down lightly, and 
hold it until the desired position is reached.

To close: Pull the switch up lightly, and hold it 
until the desired position is reached.

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Opening/Closing Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function

1

Opening/Closing the Power Windows

The power windows can be operated for up to 10 
minutes after you turn the ignition switch off.
Opening either front door cancels this function.

Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing 
automatically, it will stop closing and reverse 
direction.

The driver’s window auto reverse function is disabled 
when you continuously pull up the switch.

The auto reverse function stops sensing when the 
window is almost closed to ensure that it fully closes.

3 

WARNING

Closing a power window on someone’s 
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers are away from 
the windows before closing them.

On
Off

Indicator

Driver’s 
Window 
Switch

Front Passenger’s Window Switch

Power Window 
Lock Button

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To open: Push the switch down.

To close: Pull the switch up.

Release the switch when the window reaches 
the desired position.

To open: Press the unlock button twice 
within 10 seconds and hold it down for the 
second time. If the windows stop midway, 
repeat the procedure.

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Opening/Closing Windows without 
Auto-Open/Close Function

Close

Open

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Opening Windows and Moonroof 
with the Remote Transmitter

Unlock 
Button

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Opening/Closing the Power Windows

To open: Unlock the driver’s door with the 
key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key to 
the central position, turn the key in the unlock 
direction and hold it there.

To close: Lock the driver’s door with the key. 
Within 10 seconds of returning the key to the 
central position, turn the key in the lock 
direction and hold it there.

Release the key to stop the windows/
moonroof at the desired position. If you want 
further adjustment, repeat the same 
operation.

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Opening/Closing the Windows/Moonroof with the Key

Close

Open

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Opening and Closing the Moonroof

You can only operate the moonroof when the ignition switch is in ON 

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w . Use the 

switch in the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof.

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Automatic operation

To open: Pull the switch back firmly.

To close: Push the switch forward firmly.

The moonroof will automatically open or close 
all the way. To stop the moonroof midway, 
touch the switch briefly.

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Manual operation

To open: Pull the switch back lightly, and 
hold it until the desired position is reached.

To close: Push the switch forward lightly, and 
hold it until the desired position is reached.

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Tilting the moonroof up

To tilt: Push on the center of the 
moonroof switch.

To close: Push the switch forward firmly.

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Opening/Closing the Moonroof

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Opening/Closing the Moonroof

NOTICE

Opening the moonroof in below freezing 
temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice 
can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

The power moonroof can be operated for up to 10 
minutes after you turn the ignition switch off.
Opening either front door cancels this function.

When resistance is detected, the auto reverse 
function causes the moonroof to change directions, 
then stop. Auto reverse stops sensing when the 
moonroof is almost closed to ensure that it fully 
closes.

3 

WARNING

Opening or closing the moonroof on 
someone's hands or fingers can cause 
serious injury.

Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of 
the moonroof before opening or closing it.

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Ignition Switch

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Ignition Switch

You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is 
in 

 (

P 

.

If you open the driver’s door when the key is in LOCK 

 (

0 

 or ACCESSORY 

 (

q 

, a warning buzzer will sound 

to remind you to take the key out.

When this happens, the following messages appear 
on the multi-information display:

•

In LOCK 

 (

0 

: REMOVE KEY.

•

In ACCESSORY 

 (

q 

: REMOVE KEY. The buzzer will 

stop when you take the key out.

If the key won’t turn from LOCK 

 (

0 

 to ACCESSORY 

 

(

q 

, turn the key while moving the steering wheel left 

and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing 
the key to turn.

 

0 

 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this 

position.

 

q 

 ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and 

other accessories in this position.

 

w 

 ON: This is the position when driving.

 

e 

 START: This position is for starting the engine. 

The switch returns to ON 

w 

 when you let go of 

the key.

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Turn Signals

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Turn Signals

The turn signals can be used when the ignition 
switch is in ON 

 (

w .

Light Switches

Rotating the light switch turns the lights on 
and off, regardless of the position of the 
ignition switch.

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High beams

Push the lever forward until you hear a click.

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Low beams

When in high beams, pull the lever back to 
return to low beams.

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Flashing the high beams

Pull the lever back, and release it.

Right Turn

Left Turn

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Manual Operation

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Light Switches

If you remove the key from the ignition switch while 
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s 
door is opened.

Repeatedly turning the headlights on and off reduces 
the life of the HID headlight bulbs.

If you sense that the level of the headlights is 
abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.

Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off 
because it will cause the battery to discharge.

High Beams

Flashing the high beams

Low Beams

Turns on parking, side marker, 
tail and license plate lights

Turns on headlights, parking, side 
marker, tail, and license plate 
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Light Switches

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Automatic lighting control can be used when 
the ignition switch is in ON 

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w .

When you turn the light switch to AUTO, the 
headlights and other exterior lights will switch 
on and off automatically depending on the 
ambient brightness.

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You can change the auto light 

sensitivity  setting.

2 Customized Features P. 79

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Automatic lighting off feature

The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off 15 
seconds after you remove the key, and close the driver’s door.

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 You can change the headlight auto off timer setting.

2 Customized Features P. 79

If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK 

 (

0  with the headlight switch on, but do not 

open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is in the 
AUTO position).

The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. If you unlock 
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the 
driver’s door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.

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Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)

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Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)

We recommend that you turn on the lights manually 
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas 
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.

The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything; 
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not 
work properly.

Adjust the auto light sensitivity as follows:

Setting

The exterior lights come on 

when the ambient light is at

MAX

HIGH

MID

LOW

MIN

Light Sensor

Bright

Dark

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Fog Lights

Fog Lights

When the low beam headlights are on, turn 
the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.

Daytime Running Lights (DRL)

The high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following 
conditions have been met:

• The ignition switch is in ON 

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w .

• The headlight switch is off, or in 

.

• The parking brake is released.

The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition 
switch will turn off the daytime running lights.

The high beam headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight 
switch is turned on.

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Fog Lights

When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the 
instrument panel will be on.

2 Indicators P. 64

Fog Light Switch

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Wipers and Washers

Wipers and Washers

The windshield wipers and washers can be 
used when the ignition switch is in ON 

 (

w .

■

MIST

The wipers run at high speed until you release 
the lever.

■

Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)

Change the wiper switch setting according to 
the amount of rain.

■

Adjusting the delay

Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the 
wiper delay.

■

Washer

Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make 
two or three more sweeps before stopping.

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Windshield Wiper/Washer

1

Wipers and Washers

NOTICE

Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber 
blades will get damaged.

NOTICE

In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the 
windshield, becoming stuck.

Operating the wipers in this condition may damage 
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the 
windshield, then turn the wipers on.

If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are 
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe 
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the 
wipers make a single sweep.

When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation's 
shortest delay setting (   ) and the LO setting 
become the same.

Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.

Intermittent Time 
Adjustment Ring

MIST

Pull to 
use 
washer.

OFF
INT: Low speed with 
intermittent

LO: Low speed wipe

HI: High speed wipe

Long delay

Short delay

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Wipers and Washers

The rear wiper and washer can be used when 
the ignition switch is in ON 

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Wiper switch (OFF, ON)

The wiper operates intermittently after 
completing a few sweeps.

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Washer (

)

Sprays while you rotate the switch to 
this position.

Hold it to activate the wiper and to spray the 
washer. Once released, it stops operating 
after a few more sweeps.

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Operating in reverse

When you shift the transmission to 

 (

R  with the front wiper activated, the rear wiper 

operates automatically as follows even if its switch is off.

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Rear Wiper/Washer

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Wipers and Washers

If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such 
as the build-up of snow, park the vehicle in a safe 
place.

Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and turn the ignition 
switch to ACCESSORY 

 (

q 

 or LOCK 

 (

0 

, then remove 

the obstacle.

The wiper motor is equipped with a breaker that may 
stop motor operation temporarily to prevent an 
overload. Wiper operation will return to normal 
within a few minutes, once the circuit has returned to 
normal.

ON: Intermittent

OFF

Washer

Front Wiper Position

Rear Wiper Operation

INT (Intermittent)

Intermittent

LO (Low speed wipe)
HI (High speed wipe)

Continuous

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Brightness Control

Brightness Control

When the parking lights are turned on and the 
ignition switch is in ON 

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w , you can use the 

brightness control knob to adjust instrument 
panel brightness.

Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.

Dim: Turn the knob to the left.

You will hear a beep when the brightness 
reaches minimum or maximum. The multi-
information display will return to its original 
state several seconds after you adjust the 
brightness.

■

Brightness level indicator

The brightness level is shown on the multi-
information display while you are adjusting it.

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Brightness Control

Instrument panel brightness varies, depending on 
whether the exterior lights are on or off. The 
instrument panel dims to reduce glare when they are 
on.

Pressing either 

 (information) button 

switches the display.

If you turn the knob to the right until the brightness 
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels 
the reduced instrument panel brightness when the 
exterior lights are on.

The brightness can be set differently for when the 
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.

Control Knob

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Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button

Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button

Press the rear defogger and heated door 
mirror button to defog the rear window and 
mirrors when the ignition is in ON 

 (

w .

The rear defogger and heated door mirrors 
automatically switch off after 10-30 minutes 
depending on the outside temperature. 
However, if the outside temperature is 32°F 
(0°C) or below, they do not automatically 
switch off.

1

Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button

NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be 
careful not to damage the heating wires.

It is critical to wipe the window from side to side 
along the defogger heating wires.

This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off 
when the window has been defogged.

Also, do not use the system for a long period when 
the engine is idling. This may weaken the battery, 
making it difficult to start the engine.

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Driving Position Memory System

Driving Position Memory System

You can store two driver’s seat positions with the driving position memory system. 
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter, the seat 
adjusts automatically to one of the two preset positions.

The multi-information display shows you which remote transmitter you used to 
unlock the vehicle when you enter.
• DRIVER 1 transmitter is linked to memory button 

 (

1 .

• DRIVER 2 transmitter is linked to memory button 

 (

2 .

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Driving Position Memory System

Using the multi-information display, you can disable 
the automatic seat adjustment function.

2 Customized Features P. 79

DRIVER 1

DRIVER 2

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Driving Position Memory System

1. Adjust the driver’s seat to the 

desired  position, and turn the ignition 
switch to ON 

 

(

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 .

2. Press the SET button.

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You will hear the beeper, and the 
memory button indicator light will blink.

3. Press memory button 

 (

1  or 

 (

2  within five 

seconds of pressing the SET button.

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Once the seat position has been 
memorized, the indicator light on the 
button you pressed stays on.

1. Move the shift lever to 

 (

P .

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Press a memory button (

 (

1  or 

 (

2 ).

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You will hear the beeper, and the 
indicator light will blink.

The seat will automatically move to the 
memorized position. When it has finished 
moving, you will hear the beeper, and the 
indicator light stays on.

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Storing a Position in Memory

1

Storing a Position in Memory

After you press the SET button, the storing operation 
will be canceled when:

•

You do not press the memory button within five 
seconds.

•

You readjust the seat position before the double-
beep.

•

You turn the ignition switch to any position except 
ON 

 (

w 

.

Memory Button 1

Memory Button 2

Set Button

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Recalling the Stored Position

1

Recalling the Stored Position

The seat will stop moving if you:

•

Press the SET button, or a memory button (

 

(

1 

 or 

 (

2 

).

•

Adjust the seat position.

•

Shift into any position except 

 (

P 

.

Memory Buttons

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Adjusting the Steering Wheel

Adjusting the Steering Wheel

The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you 
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.

1. Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up.

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The steering wheel adjustment lever is 
under the steering column.

2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and 

in or out.

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Make sure you can see the instrument 
panel gauges and indicators.

3. Push the steering wheel adjustment lever 

down to lock the steering wheel in position.

u

After adjusting the position, make sure 
you have securely locked the steering 
wheel in place by trying to move it up, 
down, in, and out.

1

Adjusting the Steering Wheel

Make any steering wheel adjustments before you 
start driving.

3 

WARNING

Adjusting the steering wheel position while 
driving may cause you to lose control of the 
vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the 
vehicle is stopped.

To adjust

To lock

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