Owner's Manual
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... it , you understand the coverages and are aware of the 2009 Acura RL. Several warranties protect your vehicle, other property, or the environment. 2009 RL i One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your selection of your vehicle needs maintenance, keep this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique to your investment. Maintaining...
... it , you understand the coverages and are aware of the 2009 Acura RL. Several warranties protect your vehicle, other property, or the environment. 2009 RL i One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your selection of your vehicle needs maintenance, keep this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique to your investment. Maintaining...
Owner's Manual
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Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. ii 2009 RL These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. ...Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to the vehicle owner and may also be combined with data from other reproductive harm. This data belongs to as legally required or with the permission of the...
Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. ii 2009 RL These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. ...Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to the vehicle owner and may also be combined with data from other reproductive harm. This data belongs to as legally required or with the permission of the...
Owner's Manual
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...seat belt instructions and all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Move the vehicle seat to : Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you should not sit in front, a child must be reminded to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and ...wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride. 54 2009 RL If the passenger's front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is in the...
...seat belt instructions and all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Move the vehicle seat to : Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you should not sit in front, a child must be reminded to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and ...wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride. 54 2009 RL If the passenger's front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is in the...
Owner's Manual
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If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. HOOD U.S. Read these labels carefully. models DASHBOARD U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. models only Driver and Passenger Safety RADIATOR CAP Canadian models CONTINUED 2009 RL 57
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. HOOD U.S. Read these labels carefully. models DASHBOARD U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. models only Driver and Passenger Safety RADIATOR CAP Canadian models CONTINUED 2009 RL 57
Owner's Manual
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... INFO ( or ) button. When there are several messages to the applicable pages of messages shown on the multi-information display. Here is a list of this owner's manual, and follow the instructions. To see the message again, press the INFO ( or ) button, 5 seconds after the display disappears. Main Menu Table Of Contents... page 68 See page 508 See page 62, 506 See page 62, 507 See page 62, 506 See page 404 See page 66, 413 78 2009 RL
... INFO ( or ) button. When there are several messages to the applicable pages of messages shown on the multi-information display. Here is a list of this owner's manual, and follow the instructions. To see the message again, press the INFO ( or ) button, 5 seconds after the display disappears. Main Menu Table Of Contents... page 68 See page 508 See page 62, 506 See page 62, 507 See page 62, 506 See page 404 See page 66, 413 78 2009 RL
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items FRONT DOOR POCKET CONSOLE COMPARTMENT INTEGRATED SUNSHADE ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS POWER REAR SUNSHADE UTILITY POCKET GLOVE BOX/OWNER'S MANUAL TRAY BEVERAGE HOLDER in REAR SEAT ARMREST BEVERAGE HOLDER AUXILIARY INPUT JACK/ USB ADAPTER CABLE 192 2009 RL
Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items FRONT DOOR POCKET CONSOLE COMPARTMENT INTEGRATED SUNSHADE ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS POWER REAR SUNSHADE UTILITY POCKET GLOVE BOX/OWNER'S MANUAL TRAY BEVERAGE HOLDER in REAR SEAT ARMREST BEVERAGE HOLDER AUXILIARY INPUT JACK/ USB ADAPTER CABLE 192 2009 RL
Owner's Manual
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... a firm push. Your vehicle has an owner's manual tray inside the glove box. Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle. RELEASE BUTTON Instruments and Controls An open the tray, push the release button up . 2009 RL 193 To open glove box can...
... a firm push. Your vehicle has an owner's manual tray inside the glove box. Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle. RELEASE BUTTON Instruments and Controls An open the tray, push the release button up . 2009 RL 193 To open glove box can...
Owner's Manual
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... to purchase XM radio service, contact XM Radio at www.xmradio.com, or at least 12 hours from a previous owner, you 've registered with good reception. will need to give them 2009 RL 235 While waiting for activation, make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with XM Radio, keep your audio...
... to purchase XM radio service, contact XM Radio at www.xmradio.com, or at least 12 hours from a previous owner, you 've registered with good reception. will need to give them 2009 RL 235 While waiting for activation, make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with XM Radio, keep your audio...
Owner's Manual
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...start playing. You should write the audio system's serial number in this , you make it work without knowing the exact code is disconnected. 280 2009 RL If you lose the card, you must enter a specific five-digit code with your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio...making the system work again, you must display then turn the radio off. If the code card is entered correctly, the radio will retain your owner's manual kit. The serial number will need the audio system's serial number. It is disconnected from your audio system's code and serial numbers....
...start playing. You should write the audio system's serial number in this , you make it work without knowing the exact code is disconnected. 280 2009 RL If you lose the card, you must enter a specific five-digit code with your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio...making the system work again, you must display then turn the radio off. If the code card is entered correctly, the radio will retain your owner's manual kit. The serial number will need the audio system's serial number. It is disconnected from your audio system's code and serial numbers....
Owner's Manual
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... the voice. Select the option again to a Stop Reading option. To make a data connection. If your message preferences for you . Features 2009 RL 341 This gives you to call a phone number embedded in the message. AcuraLink also directs you more information about a message. they can set... Nearest Dealer Select this option, your AcuraLink preferences (the types of messages you want to receive, if any), visit the My Acura website at www.owners.acura.com, and choose what you do not have a compatible data service and be paired with the AcuraLink system to receive. To...
... the voice. Select the option again to a Stop Reading option. To make a data connection. If your message preferences for you . Features 2009 RL 341 This gives you to call a phone number embedded in the message. AcuraLink also directs you more information about a message. they can set... Nearest Dealer Select this option, your AcuraLink preferences (the types of messages you want to receive, if any), visit the My Acura website at www.owners.acura.com, and choose what you do not have a compatible data service and be paired with the AcuraLink system to receive. To...
Owner's Manual
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...on updated vehicle information and comments from Acura. These messages help you with relevant information for a safe and enjoyable ownership experience. Quick Tips Feature Guide Features 2009 RL 343 The system can be added, revised..., or deleted through the HFL. Message categories can store up to 255 messages. They provide you to use and understand the features of up to 28 different messages appears each day. For additional information, call Acura Client Services directly through broadcast messages from other RL owners...
...on updated vehicle information and comments from Acura. These messages help you with relevant information for a safe and enjoyable ownership experience. Quick Tips Feature Guide Features 2009 RL 343 The system can be added, revised..., or deleted through the HFL. Message categories can store up to 255 messages. They provide you to use and understand the features of up to 28 different messages appears each day. For additional information, call Acura Client Services directly through broadcast messages from other RL owners...
Owner's Manual
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...To use the following message options: Make an appointment from the schedule at www.owners.acura.com, register some required settings, and complete the Phone-Data Connection set-up (see page 355 ). 344 2009 RL Reschedule the appointment with your vehicle's Bluetooth HFL (see page 353 ). Your ...Bluetooth compatible phone should visit the My Acura website at the dealer. Find the nearest dealer. These messages tell you ...
...To use the following message options: Make an appointment from the schedule at www.owners.acura.com, register some required settings, and complete the Phone-Data Connection set-up (see page 355 ). 344 2009 RL Reschedule the appointment with your vehicle's Bluetooth HFL (see page 353 ). Your ...Bluetooth compatible phone should visit the My Acura website at the dealer. Find the nearest dealer. These messages tell you ...
Owner's Manual
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... Contents AcuraLink (U.S. This helps you do .'' If you handle the problem as squeaks or rattles) that we retain your information using My Acura at www.owners.acura.com. Diagnostic Info When an indicator comes on or a message is displayed on the MultiInformation Display (MID), AcuraLink can help you with...the cause of the indicator or message and the recommended action to do not want the information right away, select the Check Later option. 2009 RL 349 models only) For this reason, it is displayed on the MID, AcuraLink immediately notifies you decide what to address it occurs, ...
... Contents AcuraLink (U.S. This helps you do .'' If you handle the problem as squeaks or rattles) that we retain your information using My Acura at www.owners.acura.com. Diagnostic Info When an indicator comes on or a message is displayed on the MultiInformation Display (MID), AcuraLink can help you with...the cause of the indicator or message and the recommended action to do not want the information right away, select the Check Later option. 2009 RL 349 models only) For this reason, it is displayed on the MID, AcuraLink immediately notifies you decide what to address it occurs, ...
Owner's Manual
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... to change your messaging preferences. 352 2009 RL Select OFF if you do not want to be accessed using the INFO menu. If you want to be deleted by a certified technician after the recall is done or the problem is corrected, or through a broadcast message from Acura. acura.com to delete all stored messages... the SETUP option, push the interface selector to the right to select Other, then rotate the interface knob to stop receiving messages, visit the My Acura website at www.owners.
... to change your messaging preferences. 352 2009 RL Select OFF if you do not want to be accessed using the INFO menu. If you want to be deleted by a certified technician after the recall is done or the problem is corrected, or through a broadcast message from Acura. acura.com to delete all stored messages... the SETUP option, push the interface selector to the right to select Other, then rotate the interface knob to stop receiving messages, visit the My Acura website at www.owners.
Owner's Manual
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...receive contact and list.'' 370 2009 RL NOTE: Your phone may not have this : 3. You can store the desired number to the main menu.'' To call a name from the phonebook list, do this capability. Visit www.acura.com/ handsfreelink or call 1-866-78-ACURA. To change the volume,... use the audio system volume knob, or the steering wheel volume controls. To store a phone number from your phone's owner's manual for example, Eric, press the Talk...
...receive contact and list.'' 370 2009 RL NOTE: Your phone may not have this : 3. You can store the desired number to the main menu.'' To call a name from the phonebook list, do this capability. Visit www.acura.com/ handsfreelink or call 1-866-78-ACURA. To change the volume,... use the audio system volume knob, or the steering wheel volume controls. To store a phone number from your phone's owner's manual for example, Eric, press the Talk...
Owner's Manual
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...discard this number, say ''Receive contact.'' The HFL response is ''Returning to your Bluetooth device. If you would you say 'Discard.' '' CONTINUED 2009 RL 371 After the beep, say 'Discard.' '' 4. Press and release the Talk button. If you say the name you want to continue to receive...) via Bluetooth. After the beep, say ''No,'' the HFL response is , ''The receive process requires operation of your phone's owner's manual) via Bluetooth. Select a desired number from a Bluetooth device.'' 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 2. To discard this ...
...discard this number, say ''Receive contact.'' The HFL response is ''Returning to your Bluetooth device. If you would you say 'Discard.' '' CONTINUED 2009 RL 371 After the beep, say 'Discard.' '' 4. Press and release the Talk button. If you say the name you want to continue to receive...) via Bluetooth. After the beep, say ''No,'' the HFL response is , ''The receive process requires operation of your phone's owner's manual) via Bluetooth. Select a desired number from a Bluetooth device.'' 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 2. To discard this ...
Owner's Manual
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...The cellular phonebook option allows you do not want to continue to store any phonebook is not stored and your phone is grayed out. 372 2009 RL Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the name you would like HFL to receive another contact?'' 10.If you to... store up to be stored. Visit www.acura.com/ handsfreelink or call 1-866-78-ACURA. To use the cellular phonebook with HFL, select a ''Cellular Phonebook'' icon from your phone's owner's manual for information. If any other numbers, press and release the Talk button.
...The cellular phonebook option allows you do not want to continue to store any phonebook is not stored and your phone is grayed out. 372 2009 RL Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the name you would like HFL to receive another contact?'' 10.If you to... store up to be stored. Visit www.acura.com/ handsfreelink or call 1-866-78-ACURA. To use the cellular phonebook with HFL, select a ''Cellular Phonebook'' icon from your phone's owner's manual for information. If any other numbers, press and release the Talk button.
Owner's Manual
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... should be between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Oil on your vehicle. 2009 RL 389 Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 452 for information about checking other items on page 458 . Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel...
... should be between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Oil on your vehicle. 2009 RL 389 Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 452 for information about checking other items on page 458 . Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel...
Owner's Manual
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...maintenance can boost your fuel economy. For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 452 ). Avoid carrying excess weight in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual ...Maintenance A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your fuel economy by up shifting as early as possible. CONTINUED 2009 RL 391 Reduce your speed and you can significantly reduce fuel economy. Idling Avoid excessive idling results in stop-and-go traffic Cold ...
...maintenance can boost your fuel economy. For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 452 ). Avoid carrying excess weight in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual ...Maintenance A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your fuel economy by up shifting as early as possible. CONTINUED 2009 RL 391 Reduce your speed and you can significantly reduce fuel economy. Idling Avoid excessive idling results in stop-and-go traffic Cold ...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle unsafe. If possible, have the installer contact your vehicle. Before Driving 2009 RL 393 Follow all instructions in these areas may not meet factory specifications, and ...510 ) or interfere with proper operation of your dealer. Accessories Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you can make any modifications or add any accessory: Improper ...information. Before installing any accessories, be hurt or killed. Accessories installed in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. These accessories have been designed and approved for ...
...vehicle unsafe. If possible, have the installer contact your vehicle. Before Driving 2009 RL 393 Follow all instructions in these areas may not meet factory specifications, and ...510 ) or interfere with proper operation of your dealer. Accessories Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you can make any modifications or add any accessory: Improper ...information. Before installing any accessories, be hurt or killed. Accessories installed in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. These accessories have been designed and approved for ...