2008 Acura TSX Owner's Manual - Page 206

Main Menu Table Of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle's audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, you must enter a specific digit code using the preset buttons (icon on vehicle's with navigation system). Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from specific digits, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible. You should have received a card that lists your audio system code number and serial number. It is best to store this card in a safe place at home. In addition, you should write the audio system's serial number in this owner's manual. If you lose the card, you must obtain the code number from a dealer. To do this, you will need the system's serial number. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ''CODE'' on the frequency display the next time you turn on the system. Use the preset buttons (icons on vehicles with navigation system) to enter the fivedigit code. The code is on the radio code card included in your owner's manual kit. When it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing. If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over; complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. You have 10 tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in 10 attempts, you must then leave the system on for 1 hour before trying again. If the code card is lost, a dealer can access your code with your radio's serial number. To access the serial number, turn the radio on. It must display ''CODE'', then turn the radio off. Push the preset 1, preset 6, and power buttons at the same time, then quickly release. You will have to store your favorite stations on each side of the preset buttons (1 6) after the system begins working. Your original settings were lost when power was disconnected. Features 2008 TSX 203