2012 Acura TL BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

System Description: Notes

The keyless access system consists of the keyless access control unit, the power control unit, the engine start/stop switch, the remote slot control unit, the electric steering lock, the remote slot, the door outer handle touch sensors/door lock switches, the LF (low frequency) antennas, the RF (radio frequency) unit, the keyless access indicator, the keyless buzzer, the keyless access system mode switch, and the remote. The function of the system is to allow the driver keyless entry into the vehicle along with starting the engine without an ignition key.

Fig 1: Identifying Remote
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