Owner's Manual
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2008 RL Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...4 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...7 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard and steering column) ...59 Features (climate control,audio,steering wheel...,security,cruise control,HomeLink,and other convenience items) ...197 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...327 Driving (engine and transmission...
2008 RL Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...4 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...7 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard and steering column) ...59 Features (climate control,audio,steering wheel...,security,cruise control,HomeLink,and other convenience items) ...197 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...327 Driving (engine and transmission...
Owner's Manual
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... System (AFS) ...143 Hazard Warning Button ...145 Instrument Panel Brightness ...145 Rear Window Defogger ...146 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...147 Keys and Locks...149 Immobilizer System...150 Ignition Switch ...151 Door Locks ...152 Trunk...153 Emergency... Trunk Opener ...154 Childproof Door Locks ...154 Seats ...155 Mirrors ...159 Driving Position Memory System...160 Keyless Access System...163 Seat Heaters ...178 Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation ...179 Power...194 Integrated Sunshades ...195 Interior Lights ...196 Instruments and Controls 2008 RL 59
... System (AFS) ...143 Hazard Warning Button ...145 Instrument Panel Brightness ...145 Rear Window Defogger ...146 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...147 Keys and Locks...149 Immobilizer System...150 Ignition Switch ...151 Door Locks ...152 Trunk...153 Emergency... Trunk Opener ...154 Childproof Door Locks ...154 Seats ...155 Mirrors ...159 Driving Position Memory System...160 Keyless Access System...163 Seat Heaters ...178 Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation ...179 Power...194 Integrated Sunshades ...195 Interior Lights ...196 Instruments and Controls 2008 RL 59
Owner's Manual
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Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.... This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button on the steering wheel (see page 377 ). 3. For more information, see page 142 . It flashes when VSA is a problem ...reminder that you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is active (see page 277 ). 2008 RL 65 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator This indicator normally comes on...
Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.... This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button on the steering wheel (see page 377 ). 3. For more information, see page 142 . It flashes when VSA is a problem ...reminder that you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is active (see page 277 ). 2008 RL 65 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator This indicator normally comes on...
Owner's Manual
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... page 78 ). 66 2008 RL Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Indicator On models with the ACC system. You will also see a ''FUEL LOW'' message on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator...
... page 78 ). 66 2008 RL Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Indicator On models with the ACC system. You will also see a ''FUEL LOW'' message on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator...
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...Press the INFO button on the multi-information display (see page 176 . The indicator comes on , the ECPS is a system message on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to steer. If this happens, stop the vehicle in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator..., SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. 68 2008 RL You will also see a ''CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM'' message on the steering wheel (see page 71 ) to the ON (II) position and goes off the engine. With the indicator on ...
...Press the INFO button on the multi-information display (see page 176 . The indicator comes on , the ECPS is a system message on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to steer. If this happens, stop the vehicle in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator..., SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. 68 2008 RL You will also see a ''CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM'' message on the steering wheel (see page 71 ) to the ON (II) position and goes off the engine. With the indicator on ...
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... messages help to the ACCESSORY (I) position, a ''Goodbye'' message is in the ON (II) position. When you press the SEL/RESET button. 2008 RL 71 INFO ( / ) BUTTONS U.S. CANADA Instruments and Controls SEL RESET BUTTON You can change the display and customize your vehicle control settings by pressing... the display. Others help you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to keep you aware of the steering wheel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when ...
... messages help to the ACCESSORY (I) position, a ''Goodbye'' message is in the ON (II) position. When you press the SEL/RESET button. 2008 RL 71 INFO ( / ) BUTTONS U.S. CANADA Instruments and Controls SEL RESET BUTTON You can change the display and customize your vehicle control settings by pressing... the display. Others help you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to keep you aware of the steering wheel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when ...
Owner's Manual
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...is in the ON (II) position and the headlights are turned on. If the AFS indicator keeps blinking, or starts blinking again while driving after turning the ignition switch to turn the AFS on and off the engine. Without AFS, your dealer. When the AFS indicator comes...'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 69 ). The adaptive front lighting system (AFS) helps to the steering wheel during nighttime driving. Instruments and Controls 2008 RL 143 The AFS controls the aiming direction and lighting distribution of the low beams according to the amount of the road ...
...is in the ON (II) position and the headlights are turned on. If the AFS indicator keeps blinking, or starts blinking again while driving after turning the ignition switch to turn the AFS on and off the engine. Without AFS, your dealer. When the AFS indicator comes...'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 69 ). The adaptive front lighting system (AFS) helps to the steering wheel during nighttime driving. Instruments and Controls 2008 RL 143 The AFS controls the aiming direction and lighting distribution of the low beams according to the amount of the road ...
Owner's Manual
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...to the ON (II) position, the AFS is turned off . It does not begin to operate until you turn the steering wheel to the left when you turn the steering wheel to the right. Automatic Headlight Adjusting System The AFS works with the automatic headlight adjusting system to sense changes in the... is at the right side of the left headlight from pointing at oncoming traffic. AFS OFF SWITCH This switch is in vehicle height due to driving and loading conditions of passengers and luggage, and adjusts the vertical aim of the AFS: The system requires an initialization period. When AFS is ...
...to the ON (II) position, the AFS is turned off . It does not begin to operate until you turn the steering wheel to the left when you turn the steering wheel to the right. Automatic Headlight Adjusting System The AFS works with the automatic headlight adjusting system to sense changes in the... is at the right side of the left headlight from pointing at oncoming traffic. AFS OFF SWITCH This switch is in vehicle height due to driving and loading conditions of passengers and luggage, and adjusts the vertical aim of the AFS: The system requires an initialization period. When AFS is ...
Owner's Manual
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... injured in that you start driving. Move the steering wheel in, out, up, or down by pushing and holding the adjustment switch in a crash. Release the switch when the steering wheel reaches the desired position. Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest, not... toward your face, and that direction. Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 2008 RL 147 Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustment before you ...
... injured in that you start driving. Move the steering wheel in, out, up, or down by pushing and holding the adjustment switch in a crash. Release the switch when the steering wheel reaches the desired position. Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest, not... toward your face, and that direction. Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 2008 RL 147 Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustment before you ...
Owner's Manual
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... the LOCK (0) position and release it, or remove the built-in key from the ignition switch, the steering wheel automatically moves fully in and up. Steering wheel movement is reset. 148 2008 RL The steering wheel returns to be reset when you push the ignition switch or insert the built-in key back in key.... If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the fuse for more than 1 second and release it . Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments When you know the system is also controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 106 .
... the LOCK (0) position and release it, or remove the built-in key from the ignition switch, the steering wheel automatically moves fully in and up. Steering wheel movement is reset. 148 2008 RL The steering wheel returns to be reset when you push the ignition switch or insert the built-in key back in key.... If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the fuse for more than 1 second and release it . Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments When you know the system is also controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 106 .
Owner's Manual
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...in the LOCK (0) position, a ''REMOVE KEY'' message is the normal ignition switch position when driving. The shift lever must push the knob or built-in key in this position only to turn the steering wheel to the ACCESSORY (I) position, an ''ACCESSORY (I ), ON (II), and START (III). Firmly... switch position. LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in 2008 RL 151 Several of the ignition switch. To use the built-in this position. If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to start the engine.
...in the LOCK (0) position, a ''REMOVE KEY'' message is the normal ignition switch position when driving. The shift lever must push the knob or built-in key in this position only to turn the steering wheel to the ACCESSORY (I) position, an ''ACCESSORY (I ), ON (II), and START (III). Firmly... switch position. LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in 2008 RL 151 Several of the ignition switch. To use the built-in this position. If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to start the engine.
Owner's Manual
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... button will hear a beep. Immediately press one of the driver's seat, steering wheel, and outside mirrors are now stored. The indicator in separate memories. You cannot add a new driving position to a comfortable position (see page 155 ). Adjust the outside mirrors for the...hear two beeps. Adjust the steering wheel to the memory unless the ignition switch is parked. 1. The indicator in Memory Store a driving position only when the vehicle is in any position. 2. MEMORY BUTTONS MEMO BUTTON 160 2008 RL Two seat, steering wheel, and outside mirror positions. Adjust ...
... button will hear a beep. Immediately press one of the driver's seat, steering wheel, and outside mirrors are now stored. The indicator in separate memories. You cannot add a new driving position to a comfortable position (see page 155 ). Adjust the outside mirrors for the...hear two beeps. Adjust the steering wheel to the memory unless the ignition switch is parked. 1. The indicator in Memory Store a driving position only when the vehicle is in any position. 2. MEMORY BUTTONS MEMO BUTTON 160 2008 RL Two seat, steering wheel, and outside mirror positions. Adjust ...
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...your vehicle's battery goes dead or is in that button's memory. When the adjustments are complete, you hear a beep. CONTINUED 2008 RL 161 To change the ''MEMORY POSITION LINK'' setting, see page 104 . The indicator in the selected memory button will move the seat, ...steering wheel, and outside mirror position. Each memory button stores only one driving position. The system will flash during movement. Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving Position Memory System To cancel the storing procedure after pressing the MEMO...
...your vehicle's battery goes dead or is in that button's memory. When the adjustments are complete, you hear a beep. CONTINUED 2008 RL 161 To change the ''MEMORY POSITION LINK'' setting, see page 104 . The indicator in the selected memory button will move the seat, ...steering wheel, and outside mirror position. Each memory button stores only one driving position. The system will flash during movement. Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving Position Memory System To cancel the storing procedure after pressing the MEMO...
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... inserting the built-in key in the driving position memory. 162 2008 RL To get the system to change the memorized position, the indicator in the ignition switch. To keep this driving position for the seat or steering wheel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving Position Memory System To stop the system's... will go out. If you change the positions of the adjustment switches for later use the adjustment switches to also adjust the steering wheel, push and turn the ignition switch or insert the built-in key in the memory button will adjust. Shift out of the following...
... inserting the built-in key in the driving position memory. 162 2008 RL To get the system to change the memorized position, the indicator in the ignition switch. To keep this driving position for the seat or steering wheel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving Position Memory System To stop the system's... will go out. If you change the positions of the adjustment switches for later use the adjustment switches to also adjust the steering wheel, push and turn the ignition switch or insert the built-in key in the memory button will adjust. Shift out of the following...
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... Set the fan and temperature controls to the windshield defroster vents. to the desired speed, or high for all the windows before driving. 204 2008 RL This setting is suitable for faster defrosting. . Select A/C, then press ENTER on the interface selector to it. To increase airflow to... the windshield, close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel next to turn the A/C off ). When you can close the corner vents...
... Set the fan and temperature controls to the windshield defroster vents. to the desired speed, or high for all the windows before driving. 204 2008 RL This setting is suitable for faster defrosting. . Select A/C, then press ENTER on the interface selector to it. To increase airflow to... the windshield, close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel next to turn the A/C off ). When you can close the corner vents...
Owner's Manual
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... to operate the automatic transmission. It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the collision mitigation brake...Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System ...356 Parking ...357 Braking System...358 Anti-lock Brakes(ABS) ...359 Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) ...361 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...371 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...377 Towing a Trailer ...379 Towing Your Vehicle ...384 Driving 2008 RL...
... to operate the automatic transmission. It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the collision mitigation brake...Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System ...356 Parking ...357 Braking System...358 Anti-lock Brakes(ABS) ...359 Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) ...361 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...371 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...377 Towing a Trailer ...379 Towing Your Vehicle ...384 Driving 2008 RL...
Owner's Manual
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...the amount of engine torque to all wheels independently, according to the driving conditions. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System The super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system is a full time allwheel-drive system that automatically controls and transfers ...drive and corner at the same speed, the torque distribution monitor may stop displaying the amount of torque distributed to leave a sufficient margin of safety. Each wheel: right front (RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR), has its own torque indicator. 356 2008 RL...
...the amount of engine torque to all wheels independently, according to the driving conditions. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System The super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system is a full time allwheel-drive system that automatically controls and transfers ...drive and corner at the same speed, the torque distribution monitor may stop displaying the amount of torque distributed to leave a sufficient margin of safety. Each wheel: right front (RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR), has its own torque indicator. 356 2008 RL...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible. Driving 2008 RL 357 This keeps the vehicle from the curb. Lock the doors. If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Your vehicle still has normal front-wheel drive with the parking brake partially set . Make sure the parking... vehicle stability assist (VSA), but does not have the advantages of SH-AWD. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System, Parking If the SH-AWD indicator on the instrument panel stays on the parking mechanism in the transmission. Check the ...
... your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible. Driving 2008 RL 357 This keeps the vehicle from the curb. Lock the doors. If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Your vehicle still has normal front-wheel drive with the parking brake partially set . Make sure the parking... vehicle stability assist (VSA), but does not have the advantages of SH-AWD. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System, Parking If the SH-AWD indicator on the instrument panel stays on the parking mechanism in the transmission. Check the ...
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...COVER Push Towing with just a rope or chain. To use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the ground will damage parts of the all-wheel-drive system. For very short distances, such as freeing the vehicle, you can safely tow your vehicle is with a finger until the cover comes out...the cover with flat-bed equipment. Your vehicle should be towed, call a towing service to be transported on the back of the Unexpected CONTINUED 2008 RL 459 The only way you contact the towing agency, inform them a flat-bed is very dangerous. Main Menu Table Of Contents Emergency Towing, If...
...COVER Push Towing with just a rope or chain. To use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the ground will damage parts of the all-wheel-drive system. For very short distances, such as freeing the vehicle, you can safely tow your vehicle is with a finger until the cover comes out...the cover with flat-bed equipment. Your vehicle should be towed, call a towing service to be transported on the back of the Unexpected CONTINUED 2008 RL 459 The only way you contact the towing agency, inform them a flat-bed is very dangerous. Main Menu Table Of Contents Emergency Towing, If...
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... Sequential Sports Shift Mode ...351 Paddle Shifters ...351 Serial Number ...462 Service Intervals ...387 Service Manual, Purchasing ...481 Service Station Procedures ...329 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) ...356 Torque Distribution Monitor ...356 Indicator ...66 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...349 Shift Lock Release ...354 Side Airbags ...11, 32 How the... the Engine...347 Auto Control Mode...347 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...347 With a Dead Battery ...441 Steam Coming from Engine ...444 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...147 Anti-theft Column Lock ...151 Position Memory ...160 VIII...
... Sequential Sports Shift Mode ...351 Paddle Shifters ...351 Serial Number ...462 Service Intervals ...387 Service Manual, Purchasing ...481 Service Station Procedures ...329 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) ...356 Torque Distribution Monitor ...356 Indicator ...66 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...349 Shift Lock Release ...354 Side Airbags ...11, 32 How the... the Engine...347 Auto Control Mode...347 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...347 With a Dead Battery ...441 Steam Coming from Engine ...444 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...147 Anti-theft Column Lock ...151 Position Memory ...160 VIII...