Owner's Manual
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...can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to changing conditions, and your friends drink and drive, either. 8 2009 RL So even though your vehicle is safe for current conditions, regardless of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can use the belt... reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and wear them . The recommendations on this page are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them properly (see page 17 ). Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in crash...
...can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to changing conditions, and your friends drink and drive, either. 8 2009 RL So even though your vehicle is safe for current conditions, regardless of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can use the belt... reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and wear them . The recommendations on this page are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them properly (see page 17 ). Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in crash...
Owner's Manual
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... worn and the airbags deploy. Airbags can cause minor injuries or more detailed information about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. What you should move their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. Remember, however, that no protection in a severe crash..., even when seat belts are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 12 2009 RL Airbags offer no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in rear impacts, or minor...
... worn and the airbags deploy. Airbags can cause minor injuries or more detailed information about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. What you should move their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. Remember, however, that no protection in a severe crash..., even when seat belts are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 12 2009 RL Airbags offer no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in rear impacts, or minor...
Owner's Manual
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...function (see page 416 ). 24 2009 RL If the automatic seat belt tensioners are equipped with e-pretensioners that work in combination with Collision Mitigation Brake System For added safety, the front seat belts are activated by a collision, both front seats retract the seat belts with the vehicle in front ...(VSA) off indicator on the instrument panel is on both front seat belts and all related components must sit normally in the front passenger's seat. If only the e-pretensioners were activated, no components need to be replaced (see page 17 ). To get the full benefit of the...
...function (see page 416 ). 24 2009 RL If the automatic seat belt tensioners are equipped with e-pretensioners that work in combination with Collision Mitigation Brake System For added safety, the front seat belts are activated by a collision, both front seats retract the seat belts with the vehicle in front ...(VSA) off indicator on the instrument panel is on both front seat belts and all related components must sit normally in the front passenger's seat. If only the e-pretensioners were activated, no components need to be replaced (see page 17 ). To get the full benefit of the...
Owner's Manual
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Driver and Passenger Safety 2009 RL 25 If a belt does not retract easily, cleaning the belt may not provide the same level of your Acura Warranty Information booklet for details. See your seat belts regularly. Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. The dealer should also inspect the anchors for ...retract easily. Check that has been worn during a crash, it must be replaced as soon as possible. A belt that the latches work properly when needed . Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in good condition or working properly will not provide good ...
Driver and Passenger Safety 2009 RL 25 If a belt does not retract easily, cleaning the belt may not provide the same level of your Acura Warranty Information booklet for details. See your seat belts regularly. Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. The dealer should also inspect the anchors for ...retract easily. Check that has been worn during a crash, it must be replaced as soon as possible. A belt that the latches work properly when needed . Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in good condition or working properly will not provide good ...
Owner's Manual
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...seat-back pocket. Any seat belt tensioner that activates must have your vehicle checked by yourself. Any object(s) touching the rear of the seat...seat belt properly. If the indicator comes on with no front seat passenger and no obstructions are no weight is near the airbag cutoff threshold. If no objects on the seat...be replaced. The passenger airbag off . Look for and remove: Any items under the front passenger's seat....replace any airbag by a dealer as soon as far to come on the seat or in front, move the seat as possible. Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced...
...seat-back pocket. Any seat belt tensioner that activates must have your vehicle checked by yourself. Any object(s) touching the rear of the seat...seat belt properly. If the indicator comes on with no front seat passenger and no obstructions are no weight is near the airbag cutoff threshold. If no objects on the seat...be replaced. The passenger airbag off . Look for and remove: Any items under the front passenger's seat....replace any airbag by a dealer as soon as far to come on the seat or in front, move the seat as possible. Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced...
Owner's Manual
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...Do not cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your dealer should inspect the driver's seat position sensor, the front passenger's weight sensors, the front seat belt tensioners, and all seat belts and their anchors worn during a side impact. Improperly replacing seat belts provide the ... are operating properly. Do not expose the front passenger's seat-back to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Acura Client Services at 800-382-2238. 2009 RL 37 If water or Driver and Passenger Safety airbags do not...
...Do not cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your dealer should inspect the driver's seat position sensor, the front passenger's weight sensors, the front seat belt tensioners, and all seat belts and their anchors worn during a side impact. Improperly replacing seat belts provide the ... are operating properly. Do not expose the front passenger's seat-back to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Acura Client Services at 800-382-2238. 2009 RL 37 If water or Driver and Passenger Safety airbags do not...
Owner's Manual
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Always replace the head restraints before driving. When reinstalling a head restraint, put the legs back in the ON (II) position. 158 2009 RL Then adjust it . REAR HEAD RESTRAINT TILT BUTTON You can result in severe injury during a crash. Push the release button, then pull the ...locks in position when you reinstall it to reinstall the head restraints can raise the rear head restraints by hand. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Removing the Head Restraint REAR To remove a head restraint for better visibility, press the rear head restraint tilt button on the ceiling console ...
Always replace the head restraints before driving. When reinstalling a head restraint, put the legs back in the ON (II) position. 158 2009 RL Then adjust it . REAR HEAD RESTRAINT TILT BUTTON You can result in severe injury during a crash. Push the release button, then pull the ...locks in position when you reinstall it to reinstall the head restraints can raise the rear head restraints by hand. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Removing the Head Restraint REAR To remove a head restraint for better visibility, press the rear head restraint tilt button on the ceiling console ...
Owner's Manual
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... the restraint legs. Instruments and Controls The driver's and front passenger's seats have the vehicle inspected by an Acura dealer. It also helps protect the occupants 2009 RL 159 If the restraints do not return to work properly: Do not ...seat belt will be pushed against whiplash and injuries to its proper location. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Active Head Restraints against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward. For a head restraint system to their normal position, or in its normal position. Only use genuine Acura replacement...
... the restraint legs. Instruments and Controls The driver's and front passenger's seats have the vehicle inspected by an Acura dealer. It also helps protect the occupants 2009 RL 159 If the restraints do not return to work properly: Do not ...seat belt will be pushed against whiplash and injuries to its proper location. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Active Head Restraints against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward. For a head restraint system to their normal position, or in its normal position. Only use genuine Acura replacement...
Owner's Manual
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... up heat, reduces their effectiveness. If not, apply them . 416 2009 RL Be extra cautious in your foot off the accelerator and downshifting to a lower gear. Brake Pad Wear Indicators If the brake pads need replacing, you will still have the brake pads replaced, they feel normal. Resting your brake lights on all the... also keeps your foot on the brake pedal. Main Menu Table Of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is activated, the epretensioners (if equipped) tighten front seat belts (see page 24 ). In addition, fuel economy can be reduced.
... up heat, reduces their effectiveness. If not, apply them . 416 2009 RL Be extra cautious in your foot off the accelerator and downshifting to a lower gear. Brake Pad Wear Indicators If the brake pads need replacing, you will still have the brake pads replaced, they feel normal. Resting your brake lights on all the... also keeps your foot on the brake pedal. Main Menu Table Of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is activated, the epretensioners (if equipped) tighten front seat belts (see page 24 ). In addition, fuel economy can be reduced.
Owner's Manual
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...a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol. 476 2009 RL Dirt build-up light cover. Test the lights to clean them. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights, Dust and Pollen Filter, Cleaning the Seat Belts 5. Dust and Pollen Filter This filter removes the dust and pollen that ... when this service is working. 7. Turn it in the air, or if the flow from the outside through the climate control system. It should be replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if you use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. Wipe the insides of the loops with a mixture of...
...a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol. 476 2009 RL Dirt build-up light cover. Test the lights to clean them. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights, Dust and Pollen Filter, Cleaning the Seat Belts 5. Dust and Pollen Filter This filter removes the dust and pollen that ... when this service is working. 7. Turn it in the air, or if the flow from the outside through the climate control system. It should be replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if you use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. Wipe the insides of the loops with a mixture of...
Owner's Manual
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... Replacement Parts Limited Warranty covers all Acura to the 2009 warranty manual that came with no mileage limit. Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty these two all these warranties: New Vehicle Limited Warranty Seat Belt Limited Warranty a seat ... Limited Warranty coverage for the battery, emissions control systems, and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship. 2009 RL 539 replacement parts against defects in a separate booklet. Restrictions and exclusions apply to function properly is covered by their manufacturer...
... Replacement Parts Limited Warranty covers all Acura to the 2009 warranty manual that came with no mileage limit. Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty these two all these warranties: New Vehicle Limited Warranty Seat Belt Limited Warranty a seat ... Limited Warranty coverage for the battery, emissions control systems, and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship. 2009 RL 539 replacement parts against defects in a separate booklet. Restrictions and exclusions apply to function properly is covered by their manufacturer...
Owner's Manual
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...System ...213 Auto Control Mode, Starting Engine ...403 Automatic Climate Control...211 Automatic Lighting...141 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...23 Automatic Speed Control...316 Automatic Transmission...405 Capacity, Fluid ...524 Checking Fluid ...Replacement Back-up Lights ...475 Fog Lights ...472 Front Parking Lights ...471 Front Side Marker Lights...471 Headlights ...469 Specifications ...525 Turn Signal Lights ...470, 474 CONTINUED B Battery Charging System Indicator...62, 506 Jump Starting ...500 Maintenance ...489 Cover ...491 Specifications ...525 Before Driving ...383 INDEX 2009 RL...
...System ...213 Auto Control Mode, Starting Engine ...403 Automatic Climate Control...211 Automatic Lighting...141 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...23 Automatic Speed Control...316 Automatic Transmission...405 Capacity, Fluid ...524 Checking Fluid ...Replacement Back-up Lights ...475 Fog Lights ...472 Front Parking Lights ...471 Front Side Marker Lights...471 Headlights ...469 Specifications ...525 Turn Signal Lights ...470, 474 CONTINUED B Battery Charging System Indicator...62, 506 Jump Starting ...500 Maintenance ...489 Cover ...491 Specifications ...525 Before Driving ...383 INDEX 2009 RL...
Owner's Manual
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...Power Steering...466 Windshield Washer ...464 Fog Lights ...142 Four-way Flashers ...146 Front Airbags ...11, 29 Front Seat ...156 Adjusting...156 Heaters...181 Airbags ...11, 29 Air Ventilation ...182 Fuel ...384 Fill Door and Cap...385...Indicator ...64 Low Beams, Turning on ...140 Reminder Chime...140 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...469 High beams, Turning on ...140 Washer ...138 Head Restraints ...157 Heated Mirror ...162 Heater, Seat ...181 High Altitude, Starting at ...403 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...334... ...193 GPS initialization ...299 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...438 IV 2009 RL
...Power Steering...466 Windshield Washer ...464 Fog Lights ...142 Four-way Flashers ...146 Front Airbags ...11, 29 Front Seat ...156 Adjusting...156 Heaters...181 Airbags ...11, 29 Air Ventilation ...182 Fuel ...384 Fill Door and Cap...385...Indicator ...64 Low Beams, Turning on ...140 Reminder Chime...140 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...469 High beams, Turning on ...140 Washer ...138 Head Restraints ...157 Heated Mirror ...162 Heater, Seat ...181 High Altitude, Starting at ...403 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...334... ...193 GPS initialization ...299 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...438 IV 2009 RL
Owner's Manual
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... Filter ...459 Fuses ...510 Light Bulbs ...468 Schedule ...445 Tires ...480 Wiper Blades ...478 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...25 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ...389 Restraint, Child ...38 Reverse Gear...Seat Belts ...10, 21 Additional Information ...21 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...23 Cleaning ...476 e-pretensioner ...24 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...17, 22 Maintenance ...25 Reminder Indicator and Beeper ...21, 62 System Components...21 Use During Pregnancy...19 Seat Heaters ...181 Seat Position Memory ...163 CONTINUED R Radiator Overheating ...503 Radio/CD Sound System ...213 INDEX 2009 RL...
... Filter ...459 Fuses ...510 Light Bulbs ...468 Schedule ...445 Tires ...480 Wiper Blades ...478 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...25 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ...389 Restraint, Child ...38 Reverse Gear...Seat Belts ...10, 21 Additional Information ...21 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...23 Cleaning ...476 e-pretensioner ...24 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...17, 22 Maintenance ...25 Reminder Indicator and Beeper ...21, 62 System Components...21 Use During Pregnancy...19 Seat Heaters ...181 Seat Position Memory ...163 CONTINUED R Radiator Overheating ...503 Radio/CD Sound System ...213 INDEX 2009 RL...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Index Seat Ventilation ...182 Seats, Adjusting the ...156 Security System ...315 Sequential Sports Shift Mode ...411 Paddle Shifters ...409 Serial Number ...522...How Your Side Airbags Work...32 Side Curtain Airbags ...11, 34 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work ...34 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in ...471 Signaling Turns ...140 Snow Tires ...487 Sound System ...213 Spare Tire Inflating ...494 Specifications ...525 Specification Charts ...524... ...534 Temperature Gauge ...70 Temperature, Inside Sensor ...212 Temperature, Outside ...73 Tether Anchorage Points ...51 VIII 2009 RL
Main Menu Index Seat Ventilation ...182 Seats, Adjusting the ...156 Security System ...315 Sequential Sports Shift Mode ...411 Paddle Shifters ...409 Serial Number ...522...How Your Side Airbags Work...32 Side Curtain Airbags ...11, 34 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work ...34 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in ...471 Signaling Turns ...140 Snow Tires ...487 Sound System ...213 Spare Tire Inflating ...494 Specifications ...525 Specification Charts ...524... ...534 Temperature Gauge ...70 Temperature, Inside Sensor ...212 Temperature, Outside ...73 Tether Anchorage Points ...51 VIII 2009 RL