Owner's Manual
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Canadian models only Refer to the navigation system manual. 2009 RL 5 If equipped. Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.409) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.140, 142) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.422) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.436) ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.145) HEADLIGHT...
Canadian models only Refer to the navigation system manual. 2009 RL 5 If equipped. Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.409) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.140, 142) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.422) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.436) ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.145) HEADLIGHT...
Owner's Manual
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... any action on your passengers during a crash. Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks...
... any action on your passengers during a crash. Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks...
Owner's Manual
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... SEAT BELT'' or ''FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT'' message on the multiinformation display (see pages 31 and 32 ). Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 2009 RL 21 The front seat belts are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is fastened, the beeper will sound and the indicator will stop ...flashing but remain on models with collision mitigation brake system (CMBS), seat belt e-pretensioners. The seat belt system includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you turn the ignition...
... SEAT BELT'' or ''FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT'' message on the multiinformation display (see pages 31 and 32 ). Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 2009 RL 21 The front seat belts are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is fastened, the beeper will sound and the indicator will stop ...flashing but remain on models with collision mitigation brake system (CMBS), seat belt e-pretensioners. The seat belt system includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you turn the ignition...
Owner's Manual
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... the weight sensor detects a child in the front passenger's seat. If a collision with the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS) (see page 419 ) and the brake pedal assist function (see page 416 ). 24 2009 RL If only the e-pretensioners were activated, no components need to alert the driver of the approaching vehicle. Main Menu...
... the weight sensor detects a child in the front passenger's seat. If a collision with the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS) (see page 419 ) and the brake pedal assist function (see page 416 ). 24 2009 RL If only the e-pretensioners were activated, no components need to alert the driver of the approaching vehicle. Main Menu...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (1) (8) (2) (10) (5) (1) Driver's Airbag (2) Front Passenger's Airbag (3) (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners/ Seat Belt e-pretensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (5) (7) Front Passenger's Seat Weight Sensors (8) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (9) Side Impact Sensors (First) (10) Occupant Detection System (ODS) Sensors (9) (7) (9) (6) (4) 2009 RL (4) : On models with CMBS 26
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (1) (8) (2) (10) (5) (1) Driver's Airbag (2) Front Passenger's Airbag (3) (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners/ Seat Belt e-pretensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (5) (7) Front Passenger's Seat Weight Sensors (8) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (9) Side Impact Sensors (First) (10) Occupant Detection System (ODS) Sensors (9) (7) (9) (6) (4) 2009 RL (4) : On models with CMBS 26
Owner's Manual
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The driver's airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is stored in the dashboard. CONTINUED : On models with CMBS 2009 RL 27 Driver and Passenger Safety (12) (11) (13) (11) e-pretensioner Control Unit (12) Front Impact Sensors (13) Side Impact Sensors (Second) (14) Rear Safing Sensor (...
The driver's airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is stored in the dashboard. CONTINUED : On models with CMBS 2009 RL 27 Driver and Passenger Safety (12) (11) (13) (11) e-pretensioner Control Unit (12) Front Impact Sensors (13) Side Impact Sensors (Second) (14) Rear Safing Sensor (...
Owner's Manual
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... electronic system that monitors the distance of an infant or small child), the passenger's front airbag will inflate with CMBS, seat belt e-pretensioners (see page 31 ). If the seat is in a crash. 28 2009 RL Automatic front seat belt tensioners (see page 24 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags...
... electronic system that monitors the distance of an infant or small child), the passenger's front airbag will inflate with CMBS, seat belt e-pretensioners (see page 31 ). If the seat is in a crash. 28 2009 RL Automatic front seat belt tensioners (see page 24 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags...
Owner's Manual
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...on or flashes on and off . In a moderate to severe side impact, sensors will inflate even if there are no occupants on models with CMBS, seat belt e-pretensioners. To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags, occupants should have the system checked by your airbags, seat ...belt tensioners, and, on that side of the vehicle. 34 2009 RL How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts you turn the ignition switch to instantly inflate the side curtain airbag and activate the seat...
...on or flashes on and off . In a moderate to severe side impact, sensors will inflate even if there are no occupants on models with CMBS, seat belt e-pretensioners. To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags, occupants should have the system checked by your airbags, seat ...belt tensioners, and, on that side of the vehicle. 34 2009 RL How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts you turn the ignition switch to instantly inflate the side curtain airbag and activate the seat...
Owner's Manual
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Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped. 2009 RL 61 instrument panel is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62, 506)... OFF INDICATOR (P.35, 63) ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED POWER STEERING SYSTEM (ECPS) INDICATOR (P.68) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63, 508) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) INDICATOR (P.69) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.66) ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) INDICATOR (P.69, 144) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.21, 62) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM...
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped. 2009 RL 61 instrument panel is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62, 506)... OFF INDICATOR (P.35, 63) ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED POWER STEERING SYSTEM (ECPS) INDICATOR (P.68) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63, 508) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) INDICATOR (P.69) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.66) ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) INDICATOR (P.69, 144) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.21, 62) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM...
Owner's Manual
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...information display. you will also see a ''CHECK ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see a ''CHECK CMBS SYSTEM'' message on , the CMBS is a problem with the AFS system; You will also see page 144 . It comes on when the security system is a... problem with the CMBS. SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Instruments and Controls This indicator comes on as a 2009 RL 69 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) Indicator If equipped...
...information display. you will also see a ''CHECK ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see a ''CHECK CMBS SYSTEM'' message on , the CMBS is a problem with the AFS system; You will also see page 144 . It comes on when the security system is a... problem with the CMBS. SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Instruments and Controls This indicator comes on as a 2009 RL 69 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) Indicator If equipped...
Owner's Manual
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Canadian models only On models with navigation system, refer to the navigation system manual. If equipped. 136 2009 RL Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.146) WINDSHIELD WIPER/ WASHER (P.137) HAZARD ... (P.181)/ FRONT SEAT HEATER AND SEAT VENTILATION BUTTONS (P.182) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.409) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P.140, 142) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) OFF SWITCH 4 (P.422) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.436) ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH 4 (P.145) HEADLIGHT WASHER ...
Canadian models only On models with navigation system, refer to the navigation system manual. If equipped. 136 2009 RL Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.146) WINDSHIELD WIPER/ WASHER (P.137) HAZARD ... (P.181)/ FRONT SEAT HEATER AND SEAT VENTILATION BUTTONS (P.182) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.409) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P.140, 142) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) OFF SWITCH 4 (P.422) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.436) ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH 4 (P.145) HEADLIGHT WASHER ...
Owner's Manual
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... page 420 . The radar sensor for ACC is shared with the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS). MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY ACC INDICATOR RES/ACCEL BUTTON ACC BUTTON SET/DECEL BUTTON Features DISTANCE BUTTON CANCEL BUTTON 2009 RL 319 For more information on the steering wheel, and the ACC functions of the multi-information display...
... page 420 . The radar sensor for ACC is shared with the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS). MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY ACC INDICATOR RES/ACCEL BUTTON ACC BUTTON SET/DECEL BUTTON Features DISTANCE BUTTON CANCEL BUTTON 2009 RL 319 For more information on the steering wheel, and the ACC functions of the multi-information display...
Owner's Manual
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...All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System ...413 Parking ...415 Braking System...416 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...417 Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) ...419 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...429 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...435 Towing a... Trailer ...437 Towing Your Vehicle ...442 Driving 2009 RL 401 It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. Main Menu...
...All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System ...413 Parking ...415 Braking System...416 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...417 Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) ...419 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...429 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...435 Towing a... Trailer ...437 Towing Your Vehicle ...442 Driving 2009 RL 401 It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. Main Menu...
Owner's Manual
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...engine compartment, an indicator on the instrument panel, seat belt e-pretensioners on the front seats, and an on/off switch on . The CMBS does not activate if the speed difference between the two vehicles is a possibility of your vehicle hitting the vehicle in the front grille ...can sense a vehicle ahead of what the CMBS can assist you . When the CMBS activates, the brake lights also come on the dashboard. 2009 RL 419 Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Overview If equipped The collision mitigation brake system (CMBS) can do: When your speed is ...
...engine compartment, an indicator on the instrument panel, seat belt e-pretensioners on the front seats, and an on/off switch on . The CMBS does not activate if the speed difference between the two vehicles is a possibility of your vehicle hitting the vehicle in the front grille ...can sense a vehicle ahead of what the CMBS can assist you . When the CMBS activates, the brake lights also come on the dashboard. 2009 RL 419 Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Overview If equipped The collision mitigation brake system (CMBS) can do: When your speed is ...
Owner's Manual
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..., or you put a sticker on it with mud, dirt, dead leaves, wet snow, etc., or if you may cause the system to malfunction. 420 2009 RL Do not tamper with these parts receives a strong impact, turn off the system by a dealer. If the front grille ever needs to impact the radar...radar sensor is covered with water or a mild detergent. If the radar sensor cover is located under the Acura emblem in the front grille. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Radar Sensor BOLTS (Do not tamper) Do not allow anything to be removed, take your vehicle checked ...
..., or you put a sticker on it with mud, dirt, dead leaves, wet snow, etc., or if you may cause the system to malfunction. 420 2009 RL Do not tamper with these parts receives a strong impact, turn off the system by a dealer. If the front grille ever needs to impact the radar...radar sensor is covered with water or a mild detergent. If the radar sensor cover is located under the Acura emblem in the front grille. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Radar Sensor BOLTS (Do not tamper) Do not allow anything to be removed, take your vehicle checked ...
Owner's Manual
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...). Always make any modifications to the suspension (see page 480 ), and that driving on a road with a f ew or no vehicles could cause a CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR message to the suspension. This means that the tires are not correctly maintained. This is tilted because of a heavy load in good condition... (see Tires on , the radar sensor constantly scans f or vehicles ahead of you. Driving 2009 RL 421 Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) The radar sensor may not always scan as intended.
...). Always make any modifications to the suspension (see page 480 ), and that driving on a road with a f ew or no vehicles could cause a CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR message to the suspension. This means that the tires are not correctly maintained. This is tilted because of a heavy load in good condition... (see Tires on , the radar sensor constantly scans f or vehicles ahead of you. Driving 2009 RL 421 Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) The radar sensor may not always scan as intended.
Owner's Manual
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...the multi-information display. If these alarms come on the multi-information display. To turn the CMBS off, press the CMBS OFF switch on , press the switch again for about 1 second. 422 2009 RL When you with an audible and a visual alarm. To turn the system back on the ...dashboard for about 1 second. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Collision Alarm CMBS OFF Switch CMBS OFF SWITCH If the system senses a likely ...
...the multi-information display. If these alarms come on the multi-information display. To turn the CMBS off, press the CMBS OFF switch on , press the switch again for about 1 second. 422 2009 RL When you with an audible and a visual alarm. To turn the system back on the ...dashboard for about 1 second. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Collision Alarm CMBS OFF Switch CMBS OFF SWITCH If the system senses a likely ...
Owner's Manual
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... conditions below can cause the CMBS to the ON (II) position, the CMBS is detected (wrong tire size, flat tire, etc.). Driving your vehicle in the instrument panel comes on, and a CHECK CMBS SYSTEM message appears on the front grille. Driving 2009 RL 423 Driving your vehicle with... the parking brake applied. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) When you turn the ignition switch to shut off. ...
... conditions below can cause the CMBS to the ON (II) position, the CMBS is detected (wrong tire size, flat tire, etc.). Driving your vehicle in the instrument panel comes on, and a CHECK CMBS SYSTEM message appears on the front grille. Driving 2009 RL 423 Driving your vehicle with... the parking brake applied. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) When you turn the ignition switch to shut off. ...
Owner's Manual
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...on and stays on when you turn the CMBS off . This indicator comes on for several seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the CMBS indicator should come on for about 1 second. 424 2009 RL When you manually turn the CMBS back on, make sure the vehicle is ...stopped and the ignition switch is a problem with the CMBS. If the indicator comes on at any other time and a...
...on and stays on when you turn the CMBS off . This indicator comes on for several seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the CMBS indicator should come on for about 1 second. 424 2009 RL When you manually turn the CMBS back on, make sure the vehicle is ...stopped and the ignition switch is a problem with the CMBS. If the indicator comes on at any other time and a...
Owner's Manual
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... between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is a motorcycle or other small vehicle. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Limitations The CMBS may not activate under some conditions. The vehicle ahead of you is too short. Driving in front of you at high speed. A vehicle cuts...
... between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is a motorcycle or other small vehicle. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Limitations The CMBS may not activate under some conditions. The vehicle ahead of you is too short. Driving in front of you at high speed. A vehicle cuts...