Display Guide: 2019 ACURA TLX Touch Screen Explained
In a 2019 Acura TLX, the Multi-Information Display (MID) lets you see different kinds of information and change settings for your car. Most of the time, the controls on the steering wheel or dashboard can be used to change the MID’s screens or modes. To change the screen on a 2019 Acura TLX, follow the steps. Find the MID settings on the dashboard or steering wheel. Most of the time, these are buttons or switches with icons that say things like “Display,” “Info,” or “Directions.” Press the right button or switch to get to the menu for the display or to switch between different display modes. Move through the choices by pressing the buttons or using the arrow keys.
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Gauges and Multi-Information Display
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators. They are displayed when the power mode is ON.
Speedometer
Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h.
Tachometer
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Fuel Gauge
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Temperature Gauge
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
Fuel Gauge
You should refuel when the needle approaches E . Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from the fuel gauge reading.
Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperature gauge pointer in the upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull safely to the side of the road and allow engine temperature to return to normal.
Multi-Information Display
The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator, and other gauges. It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful information.
Switching the Display
Main displays Roll the right selector wheel to change the display. 
Lower displays Press the TRIP button to change the display. 
Odometer
Shows the total number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) that your vehicle has accumulated.
Trip Meter
Shows the total number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since the last reset. Meters A and B can be used to measure two separate trips.
Resetting a trip meter
To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the TRIP button. The trip meter is reset to 0.0.
Outside Temperature
Shows the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada).
Adjusting the outside temperature display
Adjust the temperature reading up to ± 5°F (U.S.) or ± 3°C (Canada) if the temperature reading seems incorrect.
Average Fuel Economy
Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg (U.S.) or l/100 km (Canada). The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is also reset.
Trip Meter
Switch between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the TRIP button.
Outside Temperature
The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Road heat and exhaust from another vehicle can affect the temperature reading when your vehicle speed is less than 19 mph (30 km/h). It may take several minutes for the display to be updated after the temperature reading has stabilized. Use the multi-information display’s customized features to correct the temperature.
Average Fuel Economy You can change when to reset the average fuel economy.
Instant Fuel Economy
Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg (U.S.) or l/100 km (Canada).
Range
Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy of your previous trips.
Elapsed Time
Shows the time elapsed since Trip A or Trip B was reset.
Average Speed
Shows the average speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada) since Trip A or Trip B was reset.
Turn-by-Turn Directions
Shows you turn-by-turn driving directions to your destination linked with the navigation system.
Elapsed Time
You can change when to reset the elapsed time.
Average Speed
You can change when to reset the average speed.
Turn-by-Turn Directions
The multi-information display shows a compass when the route guidance is not used. You can select whether the turn-by-turn display comes on or not during the route guidance.
Engine Oil Life and Maintenance Items
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM.
Tire Pressure Monitor
Shows each tire’s pressure.
Current Mode for Integrated Dynamics System
Shows the current mode for the Integrated dynamics system.
SH-AWD® Torque Distribution Monitor*
The indicators on the display show the amount of torque being transferred to the right front, left front, right rear, and left rear wheels.
Customized Features
Use the multi-information display to customize certain features.
How to customize
Select the Vehicle Settings screen by rolling the right selector wheel while the power mode is ON, and the vehicle is at a complete stop. Push the right selector wheel. 
Customized Features
To customize other features, roll the right selector wheel. Customization is possible when you see the driver’s ID (Driver 1 or Driver 2) on the screen. The driver’s ID indicates which remote transmitter you have used to unlock the driver’s door. The customized settings are recalled every time you unlock the driver’s door with that remote. Put the transmission into (P before you attempt to change any customized setting. Customizing is also available from the information screen. You cannot have Vehicle Settings displayed on the multi-information display while the information screen shows the same menu.
Customization flow
Roll the right selector wheel to select Vehicle Settings and push the right selector wheel.
List of customizable options
| Forward Collision | Changes at which distance CMBSTM alerts. | Long/Normal*1/Short | |
| Warning Distance | |||
| ACC Forward Vehicle Detect Beep | Causes the system to beep when the system detects a vehicle, or when the vehicle goes out of the ACC with LSF range. | On/Off*1 | |
| Driver Assist | ACC Display Speed Unit | Changes the speed unit for ACC with LSF on the multi-information display. | mph*1/km/h (U.S.) mph/km/h*1 (Canada) |
| System | |||
| Setup | Road Departure | Changes the setting for the road departure mitigation | Normal*1/Wide/Warning |
| Mitigation Setting | system. | Only | |
| Lane Keeping Assist | This causes the system to beep when the LKAS is suspended. | On/Off*1 | |
| Suspend Beep | |||
| Blind Spot Info* | Changes the setting for the blind spot information. | Audible And Visual Alert*1/Visual Alert/Off |
Example of customization settings
The steps for changing the “Trip A” Reset Timing setting to When Refueled are shown below. The default setting for “Trip A” Reset Timing is Manually Reset. 
- Roll the right selector wheel to select Vehicle Settings, then push the right selector wheel.
- Roll the right selector wheel until Meter Setup appears on the display.
- Push the right selector wheel.
- Language Selection appears first on the display.
- Roll the right selector wheel until “Trip A” Reset Timing appears on the display, then push the right selector wheel.
- The display switches to the customization setup screen, where you can select When Refueled, IGN Off, Manually Reset, or Exit.
- The display switches to the customization setup screen, where you can select When Refueled, IGN Off, Manually Reset, or Exit.
- Roll the right selector wheel and select When Refueled, then push the right selector wheel.
- The When Refueled Setup screen appears, and then the display returns to the customization menu screen.
- The When Refueled Setup screen appears, and then the display returns to the customization menu screen.
- Roll the right selector wheel until Exit appears on the display, then push the right selector wheel.
- Repeat Step 6 until you return to the normal screen.
FAQs
The 2019 Acura TLX has a display switch on the steering wheel that lets you change between screens. To go from one information screen to the next, just press the button.
The 2019 Acura TLX’s Multi-Information Display shows information like gas mileage, trip information, navigation routes, audio system details, and more. All of this is designed to make driving more enjoyable.
Yes, you can change the way the screen looks to see information that fits your wants and preferences. You can change how the information shown in your 2019 Acura TLX looks by using the settings menu, which you can get to through the display switch.
To reset trip data, use the display switch to get to the right trip screen, then press and hold the reset button until the trip data is reset. This means that your 2019 ACURA TLX can start over with your trip information new.
Yes, the Multi-Information Display instantly changes how bright it is based on the lighting conditions. This way, you can drive safely in your 2019 Acura TLX both during the day and at night.
Yes, the Multi-Information Display can show new call and message alerts. This way, you can stay in touch while driving your 2019 Acura TLX and keep your eyes on the road.
The audio source button on the steering wheel lets you switch between audio sources like the radio, Bluetooth, USB, and an external input. The Multi-Information Display in your 2019 Acura TLX makes this easy.
Yes, the navigation screen in your 2019 ACURA TLX does show real-time traffic information. This will help you plan your route more quickly by giving you the latest information on traffic conditions.
To get to the settings menu on your 2019 ACURA TLX, press the settings button on the display switch. Then, use the control buttons to change the different display settings to suit your needs.
Yes, you can control alerts and messages in your 2019 ACURA TLX by going to the settings menu and choosing which ones to show or not show.
Yes, the 2019 Acura TLX’s Multi-Information Display lets you see and keep an eye on your tire pressure information in real time thanks to the tire pressure tracking system.
The display switch has navigation buttons that let you easily switch between menus and settings shown on the Multi-Information Display. This makes it simple to get to and manage different functions in your 2019 ACURA TLX.
Yes, you can change the language choices in your 2019 ACURA TLX through the settings menu. This lets you choose the language you want the screen to show.
Yes, the Multi-Information Display can show maintenance reminders like when to change the oil, rotate the tires, and other service alerts. This will help you keep track of your 2019 ACURA TLX maintenance plan.
Your registered ACURA dealership can tell you about software updates for the Multi-Information Display that are out there. This will make sure that your system has the newest features and improvements for your 2019 ACURA TLX.
Useful Links
View Full PDF: ACURA TLX 2019 User Manual| Auto User Guide
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