Owner's Manual
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...properly restrained. Control Your Speed Excessive speed is equipped with every additional drink. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see pages 38 55 ). Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions..., regardless of such problems, check your friends drink and drive, either. 8 2009 RL Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is your vehicle is a major factor in a back seat, not the front seat. Restrain All ...
...properly restrained. Control Your Speed Excessive speed is equipped with every additional drink. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see pages 38 55 ). Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions..., regardless of such problems, check your friends drink and drive, either. 8 2009 RL Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is your vehicle is a major factor in a back seat, not the front seat. Restrain All ...
Owner's Manual
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Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped. 2009 RL 61 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62, 506) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.64) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.... SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P.34, 63) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.62, 507) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62, 506) SH-AWD INDICATOR (P.66) LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR (P.67, 429) The U.S. instrument panel is shown.
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped. 2009 RL 61 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62, 506) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.64) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.... SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P.34, 63) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.62, 507) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62, 506) SH-AWD INDICATOR (P.66) LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR (P.67, 429) The U.S. instrument panel is shown.
Owner's Manual
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... page 79 ). Canada Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on after you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. Instruments and Controls 2009 RL 63 This indicator will also alert you will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on at any other time, it can damage the rear...
... page 79 ). Canada Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on after you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. Instruments and Controls 2009 RL 63 This indicator will also alert you will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on at any other time, it can damage the rear...
Owner's Manual
Page 70
... 79 ). This indicator has two functions: 1. If it indicates that one or more tires are significantly low on pressure. 2009 RL 67 If two or more of a flat tire, have your vehicle's tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service. Check the tire pressure monitor on the multiinformation display (see page 431 ). You will also see a ''CHECK...
... 79 ). This indicator has two functions: 1. If it indicates that one or more tires are significantly low on pressure. 2009 RL 67 If two or more of a flat tire, have your vehicle's tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service. Check the tire pressure monitor on the multiinformation display (see page 431 ). You will also see a ''CHECK...
Owner's Manual
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...see page 413 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor Tire Pressure Monitor Bluetooth HandsFreeLink U.S. If one or more information, see page 429 . When the tire pressure monitor is being delivered to the correct pressure. You can receive or make phone calls ...from your cell phone through your vehicle's Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) system without touching your cell phone. 76 2009 RL For more tires are low, inflate them to each tire in this monitor. You can see the pressure of each wheel.
...see page 413 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor Tire Pressure Monitor Bluetooth HandsFreeLink U.S. If one or more information, see page 429 . When the tire pressure monitor is being delivered to the correct pressure. You can receive or make phone calls ...from your cell phone through your vehicle's Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) system without touching your cell phone. 76 2009 RL For more tires are low, inflate them to each tire in this monitor. You can see the pressure of each wheel.
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Parking Brake Driving the vehicle with the parking brake on. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is fully released with your foot. To release the parking brake, push on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is put into gear with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes, axles, and tires. Instruments and Controls PARKING BRAKE PEDAL To apply the parking brake, push the parking brake pedal down with the engine running (see page 63 ). 2009 RL 191 The parking brake indicator on the pedal again.
Main Menu Table Of Contents Parking Brake Driving the vehicle with the parking brake on. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is fully released with your foot. To release the parking brake, push on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is put into gear with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes, axles, and tires. Instruments and Controls PARKING BRAKE PEDAL To apply the parking brake, push the parking brake pedal down with the engine running (see page 63 ). 2009 RL 191 The parking brake indicator on the pedal again.
Owner's Manual
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... is activated. Driving on . When the ABS or VSA is detected, or the tires are skidding. If ACC is cancelled by any other time, there is erased, and you must enter it again (see page 324 ). If it checked. ... the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Main Menu Table Of Contents Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Automatic ACC Cancellation When ACC is on. 330 2009 RL When the VSA indicator comes on a mountainous road, or driving off road for 3 seconds. Any of you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or...
... is activated. Driving on . When the ABS or VSA is detected, or the tires are skidding. If ACC is cancelled by any other time, there is erased, and you must enter it again (see page 324 ). If it checked. ... the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Main Menu Table Of Contents Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Automatic ACC Cancellation When ACC is on. 330 2009 RL When the VSA indicator comes on a mountainous road, or driving off road for 3 seconds. Any of you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or...
Owner's Manual
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... are more efficient when warmed up) Driving with a heavy load or the air conditioner running Improperly inflated tires Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Poor maintenance can boost your fuel...speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). Always maintain your vehicle according to increased drag. Maintain proper tire inflation An underinflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy. Always drive in 0 miles per gallon. Main ...shifting as early as possible. Reduce your fuel economy. CONTINUED 2009 RL 391
... are more efficient when warmed up) Driving with a heavy load or the air conditioner running Improperly inflated tires Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Poor maintenance can boost your fuel...speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). Always maintain your vehicle according to increased drag. Maintain proper tire inflation An underinflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy. Always drive in 0 miles per gallon. Main ...shifting as early as possible. Reduce your fuel economy. CONTINUED 2009 RL 391
Owner's Manual
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...covered by warranty. Accessories Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you to read the ...'s computer controlled systems, such as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. Do not install accessories on your vehicle, they may...lights, or interfere with proper operation of your vehicle. Although non-Acura accessories may fit on the side pillars or across the rear windows... Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Acura accessories, can be sure to personalize your vehicle. Before installing any accessory...
...covered by warranty. Accessories Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you to read the ...'s computer controlled systems, such as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. Do not install accessories on your vehicle, they may...lights, or interfere with proper operation of your vehicle. Although non-Acura accessories may fit on the side pillars or across the rear windows... Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Acura accessories, can be sure to personalize your vehicle. Before installing any accessory...
Owner's Manual
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...Here are a universal design, can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Non-Acura wheels, because they are some examples: Lowering the vehicle with a nonAcura suspension kit that significantly reduces ground ..., consult your vehicle's safety systems could make the systems ineffective. Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your dealer. 394 2009 RL Raising your vehicle's handling, stability, and reliability. Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications...
...Here are a universal design, can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Non-Acura wheels, because they are some examples: Lowering the vehicle with a nonAcura suspension kit that significantly reduces ground ..., consult your vehicle's safety systems could make the systems ineffective. Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your dealer. 394 2009 RL Raising your vehicle's handling, stability, and reliability. Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications...
Owner's Manual
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... cargo, be sure to carry longer items. However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: Glove box Front door and seat-back... trunk pass-through allows you to read the following pages. Before Driving CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET CENTER POCKET TRUNK SEAT-BACK POCKETS GLOVE BOX 2009 RL 395
... cargo, be sure to carry longer items. However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: Glove box Front door and seat-back... trunk pass-through allows you to read the following pages. Before Driving CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET CENTER POCKET TRUNK SEAT-BACK POCKETS GLOVE BOX 2009 RL 395
Owner's Manual
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... weight of the driver and passengers from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. and there will be hurt or killed. See Tire And Loading Information label attached to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle will be towing a trailer... cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you are towing a trailer. 396 2009 RL Steps for your vehicle is 650 lbs. (1,400 750 (5 150) = 650 lbs.) (5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on ...
... weight of the driver and passengers from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. and there will be hurt or killed. See Tire And Loading Information label attached to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle will be towing a trailer... cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you are towing a trailer. 396 2009 RL Steps for your vehicle is 650 lbs. (1,400 750 (5 150) = 650 lbs.) (5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on ...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle, the braking system, the Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS), and facts you need if you are planning to Drive ...402 Starting ... (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, the braking system, the Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS), and facts you need if you are planning to Drive ...402 Starting ... (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 ...
Owner's Manual
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... 5. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 17 ). 10.When you may be carrying are clean and unobstructed. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your seat belt. Visually check the... tires. Check the seat adjustment (see page 156 ). 6. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside mirrors (see page 148 ). 402 2009 RL Check that any items you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in...
... 5. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 17 ). 10.When you may be carrying are clean and unobstructed. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your seat belt. Visually check the... tires. Check the seat adjustment (see page 156 ). 6. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside mirrors (see page 148 ). 402 2009 RL Check that any items you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in...
Owner's Manual
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... good condition (see Carrying Cargo on page 395 ), and do not make sure the tire pressures are the correct size and in the rear or from modifications to the suspension. Driving 2009 RL 421 The tires are two examples: Your vehicle is normal and not a cause f or concern. Do... not overload your vehicle (see Tires on the multiinf ormation display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake...
... good condition (see Carrying Cargo on page 395 ), and do not make sure the tire pressures are the correct size and in the rear or from modifications to the suspension. Driving 2009 RL 421 The tires are two examples: Your vehicle is normal and not a cause f or concern. Do... not overload your vehicle (see Tires on the multiinf ormation display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake...
Owner's Manual
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...panel comes on, and a CHECK CMBS SYSTEM message appears on the multi-information display for about 5 seconds. Driving 2009 RL 423 Driving your vehicle with the parking brake applied. An abnormal tire condition is turned on if it was on the front grille. Automatic Shut Off Any of the conditions below can... cause the CMBS to the ON (II) position, the CMBS is detected (wrong tire size, flat tire, etc.). When the system shuts off, the CMBS indicator in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.). A dirty emblem on previously.
...panel comes on, and a CHECK CMBS SYSTEM message appears on the multi-information display for about 5 seconds. Driving 2009 RL 423 Driving your vehicle with the parking brake applied. An abnormal tire condition is turned on if it was on the front grille. Automatic Shut Off Any of the conditions below can... cause the CMBS to the ON (II) position, the CMBS is detected (wrong tire size, flat tire, etc.). When the system shuts off, the CMBS indicator in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.). A dirty emblem on previously.
Owner's Manual
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... indicator may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Refer to come on. Each tire has its own pressure sensor. Or, if you check and fill your tires is significantly underinflated. CONTINUED Driving 2009 RL 429 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your vehicle is equipped with the TPMS, this indicator...
... indicator may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Refer to come on. Each tire has its own pressure sensor. Or, if you check and fill your tires is significantly underinflated. CONTINUED Driving 2009 RL 429 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your vehicle is equipped with the TPMS, this indicator...
Owner's Manual
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Replace the indicated flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator stays on again. You will have your tires serviced by your dealer as soon as specified on . Have the flat tire repaired by your dealer or a qualified technician. 430 2009 RL If you think you will also see... page 495 ). the system cannot monitor the spare tire pressure. If used, you can safely drive a short distance to a ...
Replace the indicated flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator stays on again. You will have your tires serviced by your dealer as soon as specified on . Have the flat tire repaired by your dealer or a qualified technician. 430 2009 RL If you think you will also see... page 495 ). the system cannot monitor the spare tire pressure. If used, you can safely drive a short distance to a ...
Owner's Manual
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...information display (see page 76 ). CONTINUED 2009 RL 431 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tire Pressure Monitor VEHICLE ICON Driving When all tire pressures are normal, the multi-information display will show a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message. You will also see ...one or more low pressure tire positions blinking in the display (see page 79 ), and the tire pressure readings will show ''TIRE PRESSURE OK SYSTEM FUNCTION NORMAL.'' When any of the tires has low pressure, the multi-information display shows a ''TIRE PRESSURE ERROR SYSTEM FUNCTION ...
...information display (see page 76 ). CONTINUED 2009 RL 431 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tire Pressure Monitor VEHICLE ICON Driving When all tire pressures are normal, the multi-information display will show a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message. You will also see ...one or more low pressure tire positions blinking in the display (see page 79 ), and the tire pressure readings will show ''TIRE PRESSURE OK SYSTEM FUNCTION NORMAL.'' When any of the tires has low pressure, the multi-information display shows a ''TIRE PRESSURE ERROR SYSTEM FUNCTION ...
Owner's Manual
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...while driving, the pressure reading cannot be checked by pressing the SEL/ RESET button while the multiinformation display shows the tire pressure monitor. When cruise control is functioning normally, you can see page 429 ). models) or kPa (Canadian models) by the..., the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator on the instrument panel also comes on (see the tire pressure readings of each tire in psi (U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator and the low tire position on the multi-information display. 432 2009 RL
...while driving, the pressure reading cannot be checked by pressing the SEL/ RESET button while the multiinformation display shows the tire pressure monitor. When cruise control is functioning normally, you can see page 429 ). models) or kPa (Canadian models) by the..., the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator on the instrument panel also comes on (see the tire pressure readings of each tire in psi (U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator and the low tire position on the multi-information display. 432 2009 RL