Key Types And Functions - Acura MDX Owner's Manual

Locking and Unlocking the Doors

Key Types and Functions

This vehicle comes with the following keys:
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Built-in Key
Built-in Key
Release Knob
Use the keys to turn on and off the power
system, and to lock and unlock all the doors
and tailgate. You can also use the keyless
access system to lock and unlock all the doors
and tailgate.
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the keyless access remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push the built-in key into the
keyless access remote until it clicks.
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
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Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the
keys:
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Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
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Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
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Keep the keys away from liquids, dust and sand.
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Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the power
system may not activate, and the keyless access
system may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely turn the power system on using the
two-way keyless access remote.
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