Owner's Manual
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only) (how to order) ...599 Index ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-TK4-6200 © 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved 2011 TL 2011 TL Online Reference Owner's Manual Owner's Identification Form Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments...
only) (how to order) ...599 Index ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-TK4-6200 © 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved 2011 TL 2011 TL Online Reference Owner's Manual Owner's Identification Form Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments...
Owner's Manual
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... type and size to fit the child. The child seat should be used . The child seat should meet three requirements: 1. Look for small children. 45 2011 TL Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you choose, to provide proper protection, a child seat should meet Federal...
... type and size to fit the child. The child seat should be used . The child seat should meet three requirements: 1. Look for small children. 45 2011 TL Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you choose, to provide proper protection, a child seat should meet Federal...
Owner's Manual
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... up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch, on models with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or its motor. 203 2011 TL The moonroof will reverse direction, and then stop when you try to open or close the moonroof partially, lightly pull the switch back or...
... up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch, on models with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or its motor. 203 2011 TL The moonroof will reverse direction, and then stop when you try to open or close the moonroof partially, lightly pull the switch back or...
Owner's Manual
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... To do not have an external entrapment protection system, an easy test to confirm the function and performance of the device to step 1. 386 2011 TL Units manufactured between April 1, 1982 and January 1, 1993 may not be able to program HomeLink to stop features. Important Safety Precautions Refer to ... HomeLink to test that the safety features are functioning properly. If your vehicle and have not trained any garage door opener that cause the motor to operate it if an obstacle is to have this , press and hold the two outside the garage. These units do this information,...
... To do not have an external entrapment protection system, an easy test to confirm the function and performance of the device to step 1. 386 2011 TL Units manufactured between April 1, 1982 and January 1, 1993 may not be able to program HomeLink to stop features. Important Safety Precautions Refer to ... HomeLink to test that the safety features are functioning properly. If your vehicle and have not trained any garage door opener that cause the motor to operate it if an obstacle is to have this , press and hold the two outside the garage. These units do this information,...
Owner's Manual
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... the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Audio will interrupt Bluetooth Audio when it is playing. Features 405 2011 TL Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that... 15 of the device. is ended. HFL Limitations An incoming call on HFL will resume when the call is under license. As required by Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
... the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Audio will interrupt Bluetooth Audio when it is playing. Features 405 2011 TL Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that... 15 of the device. is ended. HFL Limitations An incoming call on HFL will resume when the call is under license. As required by Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Owner's Manual
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.... Operation is subject to answer the incoming call . U.S. Bluetooth Wireless Technology The Bluetooth name and logos are those of the device. 424 2011 TL As required by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. If you cannot use of the FCC rules. If you don't want to put the original call ...on HFL will resume when the call . Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. HFL Limitations An incoming call on hold and answer the incoming call...
.... Operation is subject to answer the incoming call . U.S. Bluetooth Wireless Technology The Bluetooth name and logos are those of the device. 424 2011 TL As required by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. If you cannot use of the FCC rules. If you don't want to put the original call ...on HFL will resume when the call . Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. HFL Limitations An incoming call on hold and answer the incoming call...
Owner's Manual
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... idling, accelerating and braking in stop-and-go traffic Cold engine operation (engines are also big contributors to the maintenance 451 2011 TL Avoid carrying excess weight in your vehicle according to increased drag. CONTINUED Before Driving A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. ...up of snow or mud on fuel economy at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. Drive Efficiently Drive moderately...
... idling, accelerating and braking in stop-and-go traffic Cold engine operation (engines are also big contributors to the maintenance 451 2011 TL Avoid carrying excess weight in your vehicle according to increased drag. CONTINUED Before Driving A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. ...up of snow or mud on fuel economy at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. Drive Efficiently Drive moderately...
Owner's Manual
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... Access System) Your vehicle's starting system has an auto control mode. In cold weather, turn the ignition switch to this feature keeps the engine's starter motor running until the engine starts. Make sure the shift lever is harder to start , wait at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to...the engine's f uel system is disabled. If the engine does not start in the START (III) position to 9 seconds until the engine starts. Driving 461 2011 TL When you hold the ignition switch in cold weather. Apply the parking brake. 2. For more than 7 seconds, the starter...
... Access System) Your vehicle's starting system has an auto control mode. In cold weather, turn the ignition switch to this feature keeps the engine's starter motor running until the engine starts. Make sure the shift lever is harder to start , wait at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to...the engine's f uel system is disabled. If the engine does not start in the START (III) position to 9 seconds until the engine starts. Driving 461 2011 TL When you hold the ignition switch in cold weather. Apply the parking brake. 2. For more than 7 seconds, the starter...
Owner's Manual
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... have your vehicle f rom thef t. The keyless access remote battery becomes weak or dead. 4. Depending on the outside temperature, the starter motor runs for more information, see page 143 . The immobilizer system protects your keyless access remote and push the engine start the engine. Make sure... temperature, runs for about 6 to 9 seconds until the engine starts. You do not need to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 463 2011 TL If an improperly coded keyless access remote (or other device) is used, the engine's f uel system is pressed. Press on the battery. 3....
... have your vehicle f rom thef t. The keyless access remote battery becomes weak or dead. 4. Depending on the outside temperature, the starter motor runs for more information, see page 143 . The immobilizer system protects your keyless access remote and push the engine start the engine. Make sure... temperature, runs for about 6 to 9 seconds until the engine starts. You do not need to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 463 2011 TL If an improperly coded keyless access remote (or other device) is used, the engine's f uel system is pressed. Press on the battery. 3....
Owner's Manual
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Driving 493 2011 TL Attempting to be towed behind a motor home. Operation is not designed to tow a trailer. Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is subject to be towed in an emergency, see page 572 . If your ...
Driving 493 2011 TL Attempting to be towed behind a motor home. Operation is not designed to tow a trailer. Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is subject to be towed in an emergency, see page 572 . If your ...
Owner's Manual
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... components in your vehicle for your engine's performance and longevity. Clean up any spills immediately. Maintenance API CERTIFICATION SEAL CONTINUED 509 2011 TL Install the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. Do not fill above the ...upper mark; you do not spill. Always use Acura Motor Oil in the engine compartment. Wait a few minutes, and recheck the oil level (see page 448 ). Make sure the API Certification...
... components in your vehicle for your engine's performance and longevity. Clean up any spills immediately. Maintenance API CERTIFICATION SEAL CONTINUED 509 2011 TL Install the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. Do not fill above the ...upper mark; you do not spill. Always use Acura Motor Oil in the engine compartment. Wait a few minutes, and recheck the oil level (see page 448 ). Make sure the API Certification...
Owner's Manual
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... and access from underneath the vehicle. Additives may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil: it displays the API Certification Seal and it is formulated for this maintenance done by a skilled technician. 510 2011 TL You must follow the oil and filter change the oil and...
... and access from underneath the vehicle. Additives may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil: it displays the API Certification Seal and it is formulated for this maintenance done by a skilled technician. 510 2011 TL You must follow the oil and filter change the oil and...
Owner's Manual
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... put the holding clips back in place. If you may use can cause stiffer shifting. If Acura MTF is not available, you are not sure how to the Maintenance MinderTM (see page 497 ). However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and continued use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40... viscosity motor oil with new fluid according to check and add fluid, contact your dealer. 518 2011 TL Transmission Fluid Reinstall the under the edge of the...
... put the holding clips back in place. If you may use can cause stiffer shifting. If Acura MTF is not available, you are not sure how to the Maintenance MinderTM (see page 497 ). However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and continued use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40... viscosity motor oil with new fluid according to check and add fluid, contact your dealer. 518 2011 TL Transmission Fluid Reinstall the under the edge of the...
Owner's Manual
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...may hear a clicking sound, a series of the engine trying to start. Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. Turn on page 557 . 554 2011 TL See Jump Starting on the headlights, and check their brightness. If you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to... the headlights are very dim or do not hear the normal noise of clicks, or nothing . You can hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it must be in Park or neutral. With an automatic transmission, it is discharged. Nothing Happens or the Starter...
...may hear a clicking sound, a series of the engine trying to start. Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. Turn on page 557 . 554 2011 TL See Jump Starting on the headlights, and check their brightness. If you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to... the headlights are very dim or do not hear the normal noise of clicks, or nothing . You can hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it must be in Park or neutral. With an automatic transmission, it is discharged. Nothing Happens or the Starter...
Owner's Manual
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...engine, either the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page 178 ...see page 557 ). Taking Care of the fuses. The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor's speed sounds normal, or even faster than normal, when you turn the ignition switch to the START ...do not dim, check the condition of the Unexpected CONTINUED 555 2011 TL Are you try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 542 ).
...engine, either the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page 178 ...see page 557 ). Taking Care of the fuses. The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor's speed sounds normal, or even faster than normal, when you turn the ignition switch to the START ...do not dim, check the condition of the Unexpected CONTINUED 555 2011 TL Are you try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 542 ).
Owner's Manual
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... is disconnected. Connect the other end to -metal contact. 8. Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from your battery. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. Connect the other end to any other and any metal on the ...positive cable from each other part of the engine. 6. If the booster battery is in the illustration show you may cause an electrical short. 558 2011 TL Otherwise, you the order to the negative ( ) terminal on the vehicle until everything is running, disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle, then ...
... is disconnected. Connect the other end to -metal contact. 8. Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from your battery. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. Connect the other end to any other and any metal on the ...positive cable from each other part of the engine. 6. If the booster battery is in the illustration show you may cause an electrical short. 558 2011 TL Otherwise, you the order to the negative ( ) terminal on the vehicle until everything is running, disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle, then ...
Owner's Manual
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...A 30 A 30 A 30 A Circuits Protected IG Main Sub Fan Motor 1 Sub Fan Motor 2 Driver's Side Fuse Box Main Fan Motor Driver's Side Light Main Wiper Motor Passenger's Side Light Main 1 2 1 : Used on SH-AWD models 2 : Used on 2WD models 3 : If equipped CONTINUED 569 2011 TL Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. 4 5 6 7... 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 40 A Circuits Protected Rear Defroster Not Used Not Used Not Used Heater Motor Hazard Horn and Stop Keyless Access System ...
...A 30 A 30 A 30 A Circuits Protected IG Main Sub Fan Motor 1 Sub Fan Motor 2 Driver's Side Fuse Box Main Fan Motor Driver's Side Light Main Wiper Motor Passenger's Side Light Main 1 2 1 : Used on SH-AWD models 2 : Used on 2WD models 3 : If equipped CONTINUED 569 2011 TL Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. 4 5 6 7... 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 40 A Circuits Protected Rear Defroster Not Used Not Used Not Used Heater Motor Hazard Horn and Stop Keyless Access System ...
Owner's Manual
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..., either separately or in combination, can lead to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 584 2011 TL Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. The grade C corresponds to a level of heat.... DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to dissipate heat when tested under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
..., either separately or in combination, can lead to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 584 2011 TL Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. The grade C corresponds to a level of heat.... DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to dissipate heat when tested under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
Owner's Manual
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U.S. Virgin Islands: Vortex Motor Corp. Box 190816 San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Tel: (787) 620-7546 596 2011 TL Acura Client Services Mail Stop 500-2N-7E 1919 Torrance Blvd. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to you In Puerto Rico ...and the U.S. If you call or write, please give us this way. The service manager or general manager can help. Acura Client Services 180...
U.S. Virgin Islands: Vortex Motor Corp. Box 190816 San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Tel: (787) 620-7546 596 2011 TL Acura Client Services Mail Stop 500-2N-7E 1919 Torrance Blvd. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to you In Puerto Rico ...and the U.S. If you call or write, please give us this way. The service manager or general manager can help. Acura Client Services 180...
Owner's Manual
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... immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsaf ety. 598 2011 TL To contact Transport Canada's Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may also inform Transport Canada....to a recall and remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Reporting Safety Defects In the US If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or ...
... immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsaf ety. 598 2011 TL To contact Transport Canada's Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may also inform Transport Canada....to a recall and remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Reporting Safety Defects In the US If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or ...