Owner's Manual
Page 75
... track of two different distances. Each trip meter works independently, so you refuel your vehicle has been driven. This meter shows the number of miles or kilometers indicated. It is illegal under U.S. When you reset Trip A, average fuel economy A is reset at the same time when you ...can set Trip A, average fuel economy A, and average speed to ''0.0''. 72 2009 RL To reset a trip meter, display it . ODOMETER TRIP METER The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle (see page 99 ). Main Menu Table Of...
... track of two different distances. Each trip meter works independently, so you refuel your vehicle has been driven. This meter shows the number of miles or kilometers indicated. It is illegal under U.S. When you reset Trip A, average fuel economy A is reset at the same time when you ...can set Trip A, average fuel economy A, and average speed to ''0.0''. 72 2009 RL To reset a trip meter, display it . ODOMETER TRIP METER The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle (see page 99 ). Main Menu Table Of...
Owner's Manual
Page 78
...multiinformation display (see page 99 ). MPG (U.S. L/100km (Canadian models) This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in miles per hour (km/h) for U.S. This distance is reset. You can customize the average speed reset condition on the fuel... the engine, INST. models)/INST. AVERAGE SPEED This shows the average speed you received over the last several miles(U.S.) or kilometers (Canada), so it . Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Trip Computer Along with ...travel on the multiinformation display (see page 101 ). Instruments and Controls 2009 RL 75
...multiinformation display (see page 99 ). MPG (U.S. L/100km (Canadian models) This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in miles per hour (km/h) for U.S. This distance is reset. You can customize the average speed reset condition on the fuel... the engine, INST. models)/INST. AVERAGE SPEED This shows the average speed you received over the last several miles(U.S.) or kilometers (Canada), so it . Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Trip Computer Along with ...travel on the multiinformation display (see page 101 ). Instruments and Controls 2009 RL 75
Owner's Manual
Page 292
...from the average fuel economy over the last several miles, so it will vary with an icon indicate...calendar feature allows you the current fuel economy in miles per gallon since the display was last reset. Average Fuel Shows the estimated distance... you the average speed in miles per gallon. These values are estimates only. CONTINUED Shows the ... Calendar Shows the instantaneous fuel economy in miles per hour since the display was last reset. When you the average fuel economy in miles per gallon. Average Speed Shows you can...
...from the average fuel economy over the last several miles, so it will vary with an icon indicate...calendar feature allows you the current fuel economy in miles per gallon since the display was last reset. Average Fuel Shows the estimated distance... you the average speed in miles per gallon. These values are estimates only. CONTINUED Shows the ... Calendar Shows the instantaneous fuel economy in miles per hour since the display was last reset. When you the average fuel economy in miles per gallon. Average Speed Shows you can...
Owner's Manual
Page 387
... this octane grade is available, the use of gasoline that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. Avoid hard braking for service. 384 2009 RL You should also follow these additives may be used temporarily. The long-term use of 91 or higher. If this period: Avoid full-throttle...in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). The use of 87 or higher may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on premium unleaded gasoline ...
... this octane grade is available, the use of gasoline that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. Avoid hard braking for service. 384 2009 RL You should also follow these additives may be used temporarily. The long-term use of 91 or higher. If this period: Avoid full-throttle...in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). The use of 87 or higher may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on premium unleaded gasoline ...
Owner's Manual
Page 393
...economy for comparison when buying a vehicle. For more information on EPA fuel cost data) divided by the combined fuel economy. A range of miles per gallon (based on fuel economy ratings and factors that affect fuel economy, visit www. fueleconomy.gov (Canada: Visit www. Fuel economy is... MPG Represents a mixture of rural and interstate driving, in free-flowing traffic. Therefore, it is also provided. vehicles.gc.ca) 390 2009 RL The scale represents the range of estimates to the right are a useful tool for other vehicles in light traffic. It varies based on driving...
...economy for comparison when buying a vehicle. For more information on EPA fuel cost data) divided by the combined fuel economy. A range of miles per gallon (based on fuel economy ratings and factors that affect fuel economy, visit www. fueleconomy.gov (Canada: Visit www. Fuel economy is... MPG Represents a mixture of rural and interstate driving, in free-flowing traffic. Therefore, it is also provided. vehicles.gc.ca) 390 2009 RL The scale represents the range of estimates to the right are a useful tool for other vehicles in light traffic. It varies based on driving...
Owner's Manual
Page 394
... vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Reduce your vehicle's fuel economy: Aggressive driving (hard acceleration and braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in 0 miles per gallon. Before Driving Rapid Drive moderately acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying... traffic Cold engine operation (engines are also big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). CONTINUED 2009 RL 391
... vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Reduce your vehicle's fuel economy: Aggressive driving (hard acceleration and braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in 0 miles per gallon. Before Driving Rapid Drive moderately acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying... traffic Cold engine operation (engines are also big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). CONTINUED 2009 RL 391
Owner's Manual
Page 395
Fuel economy may improve over the first several short trips into one . Plan and combine trips Combine several thousand miles. 1) Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off. 2) Reset trip counter to zero. 3) Record the total gallons (liters) needed ...actual fuel economy. A warmed-up engine is the recommended source of the simple calculations above. 392 2009 RL Calculating Fuel Economy Measuring Techniques Checking Your Fuel Economy Miles driven Gallons of fuel Miles per Gallon 100 Liter Kilometers L per 100 km Direct calculation is more fuel. Main Menu Table ...
Fuel economy may improve over the first several short trips into one . Plan and combine trips Combine several thousand miles. 1) Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off. 2) Reset trip counter to zero. 3) Record the total gallons (liters) needed ...actual fuel economy. A warmed-up engine is the recommended source of the simple calculations above. 392 2009 RL Calculating Fuel Economy Measuring Techniques Checking Your Fuel Economy Miles driven Gallons of fuel Miles per Gallon 100 Liter Kilometers L per 100 km Direct calculation is more fuel. Main Menu Table ...
Owner's Manual
Page 433
... sensor mounted inside the tire behind the valve stem. This indicator and the warning message on again. You will go off, after several miles (kilometers) driving, this indicator begins to continue driving, replace the tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator stays...Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Although your tire pressure is monitored, you have your tires serviced by your dealer or a qualified technician. 430 2009 RL Replace the indicated flat tire with TPMS If you must use a puncture-repairing agent in the owner's manual (see page 495 ). You...
... sensor mounted inside the tire behind the valve stem. This indicator and the warning message on again. You will go off, after several miles (kilometers) driving, this indicator begins to continue driving, replace the tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator stays...Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Although your tire pressure is monitored, you have your tires serviced by your dealer or a qualified technician. 430 2009 RL Replace the indicated flat tire with TPMS If you must use a puncture-repairing agent in the owner's manual (see page 495 ). You...
Owner's Manual
Page 437
... to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this happens, you restart the vehicle with Part 15 of the device. 434 2009 RL Changes or modifications not expressly approved by pressing the VSA OFF switch (see page 436 ). Operation is subject to operate the equipment. Operation is turned.../TPMS indicator comes on, or the multiinformation display shows a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message, the VSA system automatically turns on the multi-information display after several miles (kilometers) driving.
... to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this happens, you restart the vehicle with Part 15 of the device. 434 2009 RL Changes or modifications not expressly approved by pressing the VSA OFF switch (see page 436 ). Operation is subject to operate the equipment. Operation is turned.../TPMS indicator comes on, or the multiinformation display shows a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message, the VSA system automatically turns on the multi-information display after several miles (kilometers) driving.
Owner's Manual
Page 452
This message is displayed when the total mileage is less than 10 miles (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0%. CONTINUED 2009 RL 449 Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to select the engine oil life minder. The message ''...
This message is displayed when the total mileage is less than 10 miles (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0%. CONTINUED 2009 RL 449 Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to select the engine oil life minder. The message ''...
Owner's Manual
Page 453
... total mileage shown with this message is displayed when you drive over 10 miles (for U.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0% reaches 10 miles (for U.S. Press the or button to reset the display as previously described.... U.S. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to see the message again. The message will show a ''SERVICE PAST DUE'' message, the total mileage after the remaining oil life became 0%, and the maintenance item code(s). 450 2009 RL...
... total mileage shown with this message is displayed when you drive over 10 miles (for U.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0% reaches 10 miles (for U.S. Press the or button to reset the display as previously described.... U.S. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to see the message again. The message will show a ''SERVICE PAST DUE'' message, the total mileage after the remaining oil life became 0%, and the maintenance item code(s). 450 2009 RL...
Owner's Manual
Page 454
... maintenance item code and the total negative mileage after seeing 0%. models) or '' 9999 km'' (for U.S. CONTINUED 2009 RL 451 Maintenance U.S. Important Maintenance Precautions If you drive over 10 miles (for Canadian models). CANADA TOTAL PAST DUE MILEAGE When you press the SEL/RESET button to serious mechanical problems because... an accurate record of the multi-information display. models) or 10 km (for U.S. The maximum total negative mileage is '' 9999 mile'' (for Canadian models) after the oil life became 0 percent, will not show the proper maintenance intervals.
... maintenance item code and the total negative mileage after seeing 0%. models) or '' 9999 km'' (for U.S. CONTINUED 2009 RL 451 Maintenance U.S. Important Maintenance Precautions If you drive over 10 miles (for Canadian models). CANADA TOTAL PAST DUE MILEAGE When you press the SEL/RESET button to serious mechanical problems because... an accurate record of the multi-information display. models) or 10 km (for U.S. The maximum total negative mileage is '' 9999 mile'' (for Canadian models) after the oil life became 0 percent, will not show the proper maintenance intervals.
Owner's Manual
Page 456
... after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 452. CONTINUED 2009 RL 453 Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil Replace engine oil and...
... after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 452. CONTINUED 2009 RL 453 Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil Replace engine oil and...
Owner's Manual
Page 457
... trailer towing results in higher transmission and transfer temperatures. Maintenance Minder 3 4 5 454 2009 RL Replace spark plugs Replace timing belt and inspect water pump If you regularly drive your vehicle under 20°F, 29°C), replace every 60,000 mile (U.S.)/ 100,000 km (Canada). Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol 1 2 Maintenance...
... trailer towing results in higher transmission and transfer temperatures. Maintenance Minder 3 4 5 454 2009 RL Replace spark plugs Replace timing belt and inspect water pump If you regularly drive your vehicle under 20°F, 29°C), replace every 60,000 mile (U.S.)/ 100,000 km (Canada). Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol 1 2 Maintenance...
Owner's Manual
Page 470
Timing Belt The timing belt should be replaced at 60,000 miles (100,000 km) if you regularly drive your vehicle in the engine compartment. In very low temperatures (under 20°F, 29°C). You may use Acura Power Steering Fluid. If you do not spill any spill immediately... in the system. Main Menu Table Of Contents Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you frequently tow a trailer. 2009 RL 467 Clean up any . A low power steering fluid level can damage the power steering pump. Maintenance Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef ...
Timing Belt The timing belt should be replaced at 60,000 miles (100,000 km) if you regularly drive your vehicle in the engine compartment. In very low temperatures (under 20°F, 29°C). You may use Acura Power Steering Fluid. If you do not spill any spill immediately... in the system. Main Menu Table Of Contents Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you frequently tow a trailer. 2009 RL 467 Clean up any . A low power steering fluid level can damage the power steering pump. Maintenance Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef ...
Owner's Manual
Page 479
... cause the belts to clean them. Wipe the insides of mild soap and warm water to retract slowly. It should be replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if you use the vehicle. Dirt build-up light cover. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights, Dust and Pollen Filter, Cleaning the... 5. Let the belts air-dry before you drive primarily in urban areas that is brought in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol. 476 2009 RL Have your seat belts get dirty, use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. Test the lights to lock it in place. 6. Do not use a soft brush...
... cause the belts to clean them. Wipe the insides of mild soap and warm water to retract slowly. It should be replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if you use the vehicle. Dirt build-up light cover. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights, Dust and Pollen Filter, Cleaning the... 5. Let the belts air-dry before you drive primarily in urban areas that is brought in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol. 476 2009 RL Have your seat belts get dirty, use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. Test the lights to lock it in place. 6. Do not use a soft brush...
Owner's Manual
Page 484
... or driven less than the cold reading. This means the vehicle has been parked for several miles (kilometers)], you visually check your tires every day. If you check the pressure when the tires...are cold. The tires will make it easier for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure. Maintenance 2009 RL 481 Check the pressure in good condition may lose one to two psi (10 to 20 kPa,...spare tire at least once a month. While tubeless tires have some ability to 0.4 kgf/cm ) higher than 1 mile (1.6 km). This is due to a tire problem and not due to tell if a pressure loss is normal;...
... or driven less than the cold reading. This means the vehicle has been parked for several miles (kilometers)], you visually check your tires every day. If you check the pressure when the tires...are cold. The tires will make it easier for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure. Maintenance 2009 RL 481 Check the pressure in good condition may lose one to two psi (10 to 20 kPa,...spare tire at least once a month. While tubeless tires have some ability to 0.4 kgf/cm ) higher than 1 mile (1.6 km). This is due to a tire problem and not due to tell if a pressure loss is normal;...
Owner's Manual
Page 497
... same size and design tire, mounted on your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it is not designed for mounting a regular tire. 494 2009 RL After several miles (kilometers) driving with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator stays on again. TREAD WEAR INDICATOR INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Replace the tire...
... same size and design tire, mounted on your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it is not designed for mounting a regular tire. 494 2009 RL After several miles (kilometers) driving with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator stays on again. TREAD WEAR INDICATOR INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Replace the tire...