Acura 2009 TSX Owner's Manual page 385

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Automatic Transmission
COVER
3. Put a cloth on the edge of the shift
lock release slot cover. Use a small
flat-tipped screwdriver or metal
fingernail file to carefully pry up
the edge of the cover and remove
it from the slot.
4. Insert the key in the shift lock
release slot.
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SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT
5. Push down on the key while you
press the release button on the
shift lever and move the shift lever
out of Park to neutral.
2009 TSX
6. Remove the key from the shift
lock release slot, then reinstall the
cover. Make sure the notch on the
cover is on the right side. Press
the brake pedal, and restart the
engine.
If you need to use the shift lock
release, it means your vehicle is
developing a problem. Have it
checked by your dealer.