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April 17, 2018 Service bulletin

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Acura technical service bulletin BTS180401 for 2005-2012 Acura RL.

Bulletin number
BTS180401
Component
Equipment: electrical: anti-theft devices
Summary
Tech line summary article - Can?t get past this screen when adding keys with the Immobilizer Setup Tool in the i-HDS? "Tester is not communicating with immobilizer unit". Here?s an easy workaround to restore communication. 1. Release the built-in key from the keyless access remote. 2. Remove the ignition switch cover. To do this, just insert the key into the slot in the bottom of the cover, push the key all the way in, then pull out on the cover and the key. 3. Insert the key into the ignition switch, then turn it to ON. 4. Select OK on the i-HDS screen to continue.

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