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... you years of your vehicle, other property, or the environment. Your selection of Contents i 2012 TL In it at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of a 2012 Acura TL was a wise investment. Your dealer is specially trained in the instrument panel helps to your ...pleased to answer any time. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your vehicle. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at any questions and concerns. This information is to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle. Several warranties protect ...
... you years of your vehicle, other property, or the environment. Your selection of Contents i 2012 TL In it at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of a 2012 Acura TL was a wise investment. Your dealer is specially trained in the instrument panel helps to your ...pleased to answer any time. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your vehicle. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at any questions and concerns. This information is to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle. Several warranties protect ...
Owner's Manual
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...) 1 00X31-TK4-6310 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved 2012 TL and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...629 Authorized Manuals (U.S. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents 2012 TL Online Reference Owner's Model Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main...
...) 1 00X31-TK4-6310 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved 2012 TL and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...629 Authorized Manuals (U.S. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents 2012 TL Online Reference Owner's Model Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main...
Owner's Manual
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Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED : Models equipped with the key in the front seat. ON Mode is not tightly closed. For more information, see the appropriate indicator(s) for important guidelines on how to indicate when a ... children, and larger children who are closed . You will also hear a beep when you open indicator works. You will see pages 184 and 187. 11 2012 TL Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers and teenage children who ride in...
Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED : Models equipped with the key in the front seat. ON Mode is not tightly closed. For more information, see the appropriate indicator(s) for important guidelines on how to indicate when a ... children, and larger children who are closed . You will also hear a beep when you open indicator works. You will see pages 184 and 187. 11 2012 TL Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers and teenage children who ride in...
Owner's Manual
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...Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener and decide if your children not to select the power mode, see page 156 ). Keep vehicle keys/remote transmitters or keyless access remotes out of the reach of an ignition switch. children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on how ...child can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor is activated, and the belt is not in use this feature (see page 184 . 41 2012 TL Teach your children should be very hazardous. Even very young Driver and Passenger Safety adult supervision is illegal in most states, Canadian provinces and territories...
...Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener and decide if your children not to select the power mode, see page 156 ). Keep vehicle keys/remote transmitters or keyless access remotes out of the reach of an ignition switch. children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on how ...child can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor is activated, and the belt is not in use this feature (see page 184 . 41 2012 TL Teach your children should be very hazardous. Even very young Driver and Passenger Safety adult supervision is illegal in most states, Canadian provinces and territories...
Owner's Manual
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... be designed so that a seat belt be installed using the seat belt. The child seat is key to use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this manual. Driver and Passenger Safety 45 2012 TL Whichever type you choose, follow the child seat manufacturer's use . In addition, the child seat manufacturer...
... be designed so that a seat belt be installed using the seat belt. The child seat is key to use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this manual. Driver and Passenger Safety 45 2012 TL Whichever type you choose, follow the child seat manufacturer's use . In addition, the child seat manufacturer...
Owner's Manual
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...Lights ...142 Fog Lights ...143 Instrument Panel Brightness ...143 Hazard Warning Button ...145 Rear Window Defogger ...145 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...146 Keys and Locks...147 Immobilizer System...149 Ignition Switch ...151 Door Locks ...152 Childproof Door Locks ...153 Trunk...154 Emergency Trunk Opener ...... ...218 Sunglasses Holder ...218 Coat Hook ...219 Interior Lights ...220 Instruments and Controls Control Locations ...62 61 2012 TL Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle.
...Lights ...142 Fog Lights ...143 Instrument Panel Brightness ...143 Hazard Warning Button ...145 Rear Window Defogger ...145 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...146 Keys and Locks...147 Immobilizer System...149 Ignition Switch ...151 Door Locks ...152 Childproof Door Locks ...153 Trunk...154 Emergency Trunk Opener ...... ...218 Sunglasses Holder ...218 Coat Hook ...219 Interior Lights ...220 Instruments and Controls Control Locations ...62 61 2012 TL Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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... on the multi-information display (see a ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' message on models with the keyless access system have inserted a properly coded ignition key, on the multi-information display. 2. Canada 1. Instrument Panel Indicators Charging System Indicator This indicator has two functions: 1. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED ... not fully released can damage the brakes and tires. For more information, see pages 184 and 187. 65 2012 TL For more information, see page 596 . Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This indicator has two functions: U.S.
... on the multi-information display (see a ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' message on models with the keyless access system have inserted a properly coded ignition key, on the multi-information display. 2. Canada 1. Instrument Panel Indicators Charging System Indicator This indicator has two functions: 1. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED ... not fully released can damage the brakes and tires. For more information, see pages 184 and 187. 65 2012 TL For more information, see page 596 . Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This indicator has two functions: U.S.
Owner's Manual
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.... These messages go off several seconds. CONTINUED : Models equipped with keyless access system SEL/RESET BUTTON These messages go off after several seconds after the key is displayed. Multi-Information Display On models with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of ON (II). With the ignition... (II) position. Instruments and Controls INFO BUTTONS ( / ) A/T model is the equivalent of an ignition switch. When you will also see pages 184 and 187. 79 2012 TL
.... These messages go off several seconds. CONTINUED : Models equipped with keyless access system SEL/RESET BUTTON These messages go off after several seconds after the key is displayed. Multi-Information Display On models with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of ON (II). With the ignition... (II) position. Instruments and Controls INFO BUTTONS ( / ) A/T model is the equivalent of an ignition switch. When you will also see pages 184 and 187. 79 2012 TL
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CONTINUED 95 2012 TL To enter the customizing mode, press either ''DRIVER 1'' or ''DRIVER 2.'' Instruments and Controls Press the SEL/RESET button. Refer to the table on the following pages about the settings you use the key to customize. Multi-Information Display On models without keyless access system DRIVER'S ID If you want to unlock the driver's door, the system cannot recognize either INFO button ( / ) repeatedly until ''CUSTOMIZE SETTINGS'' is shown. U.S. model is displayed, then press the SEL/RESET button.
CONTINUED 95 2012 TL To enter the customizing mode, press either ''DRIVER 1'' or ''DRIVER 2.'' Instruments and Controls Press the SEL/RESET button. Refer to the table on the following pages about the settings you use the key to customize. Multi-Information Display On models without keyless access system DRIVER'S ID If you want to unlock the driver's door, the system cannot recognize either INFO button ( / ) repeatedly until ''CUSTOMIZE SETTINGS'' is shown. U.S. model is displayed, then press the SEL/RESET button.
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... 127 AUTO DOOR UNLOCK Changes when the doors automatically unlock. Changes how long it takes (in seconds) for manual transmission 98 2012 TL Multi-Information Display Group Setup DOOR SETUP (P.125) Menu Item AUTO DOOR LOCK Description Changes when the doors automatically lock. Instruments ...and Controls DEFAULT ALL (P.134) 128 KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMER Changes which doors unlock with the remote transmitter/keyless access remote on the...
... 127 AUTO DOOR UNLOCK Changes when the doors automatically unlock. Changes how long it takes (in seconds) for manual transmission 98 2012 TL Multi-Information Display Group Setup DOOR SETUP (P.125) Menu Item AUTO DOOR LOCK Description Changes when the doors automatically lock. Instruments ...and Controls DEFAULT ALL (P.134) 128 KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMER Changes which doors unlock with the remote transmitter/keyless access remote on the...
Owner's Manual
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... ( ) button repeatedly. Press the SEL/RESET button to customize from the ignition switch and close the driver's door. Instruments and Controls 122 2012 TL On models with you remove the key from ''LIGHTING SETUP'' by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker...
... ( ) button repeatedly. Press the SEL/RESET button to customize from the ignition switch and close the driver's door. Instruments and Controls 122 2012 TL On models with you remove the key from ''LIGHTING SETUP'' by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker...
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Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the setting you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the illustration. Each time you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. Multi-Information Display Door Setup Here are the five custom settings for the door setup: AUTO DOOR LOCK AUTO DOOR UNLOCK KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMER While ''DOOR SETUP'' is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 125 2012 TL
Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the setting you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the illustration. Each time you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. Multi-Information Display Door Setup Here are the five custom settings for the door setup: AUTO DOOR LOCK AUTO DOOR UNLOCK KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMER While ''DOOR SETUP'' is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 125 2012 TL
Owner's Manual
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... ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. Instruments and Controls Key and Remote Unlock Mode You can choose this item to customize from ''DOOR SETUP'' by pressing the SEL/RESET button. 130 2012 TL You can select whether the driver's door or all the doors unlock the first time...
... ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. Instruments and Controls Key and Remote Unlock Mode You can choose this item to customize from ''DOOR SETUP'' by pressing the SEL/RESET button. 130 2012 TL You can select whether the driver's door or all the doors unlock the first time...
Owner's Manual
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... (see page 395 ). To turn this item to customize from ''DOOR SETUP'' by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. 131 2012 TL Multi-Information Display Keyless Lock Acknowledgment When you press the LOCK button on the remote transmitter or the keyless access remote, some exterior lights flash...doors (depending on or off . CONTINUED Instruments and Controls You can customize the exterior lights not to flash and the beeper not to ''KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE'' and repeat the procedure again. When your selection is turned off , follow these instructions. If the ''SETTING INCOMPLETE...
... (see page 395 ). To turn this item to customize from ''DOOR SETUP'' by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. 131 2012 TL Multi-Information Display Keyless Lock Acknowledgment When you press the LOCK button on the remote transmitter or the keyless access remote, some exterior lights flash...doors (depending on or off . CONTINUED Instruments and Controls You can customize the exterior lights not to flash and the beeper not to ''KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE'' and repeat the procedure again. When your selection is turned off , follow these instructions. If the ''SETTING INCOMPLETE...
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Headlights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, or with the power mode in either of an ignition switch. Fog lights on CONTINUED This indicator stays on if ... on the headlights. Off 3. Instruments and Controls Turning the switch to signal a right turn the ignition switch to the '' '' position turns on as a reminder. 139 2012 TL AUTO 5. Headlights Turning the switch to the ACCESSORY (I ). High beams 7. The lever will hear reminder beeps when you open the driver's door. : Models equipped with...
Headlights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, or with the power mode in either of an ignition switch. Fog lights on CONTINUED This indicator stays on if ... on the headlights. Off 3. Instruments and Controls Turning the switch to signal a right turn the ignition switch to the '' '' position turns on as a reminder. 139 2012 TL AUTO 5. Headlights Turning the switch to the ACCESSORY (I ). High beams 7. The lever will hear reminder beeps when you open the driver's door. : Models equipped with...
Owner's Manual
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...switch to the ON (II) position or turn the light switch to AUTO. Headlights High Beams Push the left lever forward until you remove the key and open the driver's door and take the remote with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on again, either ...set the power mode to the position. 140 2012 TL The blue high beam indicator will turn them on the lights manually when driving at dusk, for a long time. AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns...
...switch to the ON (II) position or turn the light switch to AUTO. Headlights High Beams Push the left lever forward until you remove the key and open the driver's door and take the remote with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on again, either ...set the power mode to the position. 140 2012 TL The blue high beam indicator will turn them on the lights manually when driving at dusk, for a long time. AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns...
Owner's Manual
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... mode on models with keyless access system), and the driver's door is opened and closed, the automatic lighting off after you remove the key and close the driver's door, or on models with keyless access system, set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), take the...controlled by setting the switch in the ''AUTO'' position. Instruments and Controls The automatic lighting feature is the equivalent of LOCK (0). CONTINUED 141 2012 TL For more information on it. If you , and close the driver's door. Headlights Automatic Lighting Off Feature The automatic lighting off feature turns...
... mode on models with keyless access system), and the driver's door is opened and closed, the automatic lighting off after you remove the key and close the driver's door, or on models with keyless access system, set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), take the...controlled by setting the switch in the ''AUTO'' position. Instruments and Controls The automatic lighting feature is the equivalent of LOCK (0). CONTINUED 141 2012 TL For more information on it. If you , and close the driver's door. Headlights Automatic Lighting Off Feature The automatic lighting off feature turns...
Owner's Manual
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...an Acura-approved key blank. Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. The valet key does not contain a battery. You can keep the trunk pass-through cover and the glove box locked when you ever have received a key number tag with a soft cloth. CONTINUED 147 2012 TL ...You will not work to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system. Instruments and Controls Protect the key from liquids. Do not try to get wet...
...an Acura-approved key blank. Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. The valet key does not contain a battery. You can keep the trunk pass-through cover and the glove box locked when you ever have received a key number tag with a soft cloth. CONTINUED 147 2012 TL ...You will not work to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system. Instruments and Controls Protect the key from liquids. Do not try to get wet...
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... or extending it is not fully extended, the immobilizer system may come in key. To retract the key, push the release button and at the same time push the key into the remote transmitter. The built-in key (see page 201 ) fits all the locks on your finger while being ...weak and the power door lock/unlock operation is fully extended when you insert it to release the key from starting. Keys and Locks Retractable Master Key RELEASE BUTTON Push Always make sure the key is disabled. You cannot start the engine with your vehicle. 148 2012 TL If the key is securely latched.
... or extending it is not fully extended, the immobilizer system may come in key. To retract the key, push the release button and at the same time push the key into the remote transmitter. The built-in key (see page 201 ) fits all the locks on your finger while being ...weak and the power door lock/unlock operation is fully extended when you insert it to release the key from starting. Keys and Locks Retractable Master Key RELEASE BUTTON Push Always make sure the key is disabled. You cannot start the engine with your vehicle. 148 2012 TL If the key is securely latched.
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..., Immobilizer System You should come on selecting the power mode, see page 184. Use only Acura-approved key blanks. If the indicator starts to blink, it , and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, or select the ON mode with keyless ... vehicle has the engine start/ stop button, the immobilizer system indicator should have to get a lost key replaced. You will need this key number if you insert the key or set the power mode to ON. CONTINUED 149 2012 TL key chain) is disabled. See page 187 for a comparison between conventional power switches and your vehicle...
..., Immobilizer System You should come on selecting the power mode, see page 184. Use only Acura-approved key blanks. If the indicator starts to blink, it , and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, or select the ON mode with keyless ... vehicle has the engine start/ stop button, the immobilizer system indicator should have to get a lost key replaced. You will need this key number if you insert the key or set the power mode to ON. CONTINUED 149 2012 TL key chain) is disabled. See page 187 for a comparison between conventional power switches and your vehicle...