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......477 Authorized Manuals (U. only) (how to order) ...481 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31SJA630 1 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...) ...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...
......477 Authorized Manuals (U. only) (how to order) ...481 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31SJA630 1 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...) ...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...
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Features How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other technical literature. and Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for detailed information. Refer ... use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in your vehicle to the fuel pump. 2008 RL 3 Taking Care of the information you need when you need to take your vehicle. plus what you pull up to the dealer for maintenance service...
Features How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other technical literature. and Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for detailed information. Refer ... use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in your vehicle to the fuel pump. 2008 RL 3 Taking Care of the information you need when you need to take your vehicle. plus what you pull up to the dealer for maintenance service...
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... 26) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.62) CEILING CONSOLE 1 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P.158) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.11, 26) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.198) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.207) INTERFACE DIAL (P.199, 207, 243) COMPASS SYSTEM (P.242) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.349) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.152) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES ...1: HOMELINK BUTTONS (P.295) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.184) POWER REAR SUNSHADE BUTTON (P.194) REAR HEAD RESTRAINT TILT BUTTON (P.157) 2: RL models TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON (P.153) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P.329) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.192) HOOD RELEASE LEVER (P.331...
... 26) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.62) CEILING CONSOLE 1 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P.158) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.11, 26) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.198) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.207) INTERFACE DIAL (P.199, 207, 243) COMPASS SYSTEM (P.242) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.349) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.152) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES ...1: HOMELINK BUTTONS (P.295) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.184) POWER REAR SUNSHADE BUTTON (P.194) REAR HEAD RESTRAINT TILT BUTTON (P.157) 2: RL models TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON (P.153) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P.329) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.192) HOOD RELEASE LEVER (P.331...
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... FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.144) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 3 (P.138) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.159) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.147) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS (P.309) STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS (P.239) HORN 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.145) WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER (P.137) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.145) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.35) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.146... CONTROL BUTTONS 4 (P.265) 1 2 3 4 : : : : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. Canadian models only Refer to the navigation system manual. 2008 RL 5 If equipped.
... FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.144) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 3 (P.138) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.159) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.147) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS (P.309) STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS (P.239) HORN 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.145) WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER (P.137) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.145) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.35) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.146... CONTROL BUTTONS 4 (P.265) 1 2 3 4 : : : : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. Canadian models only Refer to the navigation system manual. 2008 RL 5 If equipped.
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... POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.160) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.152) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.181) CEILING CONSOLE 1 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P.158) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.198) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.207) INTERFACE DIAL (P.199) COMPASS SYSTEM (P.242) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.349) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.192) 2 1: HOMELINK BUTTONS (P.295) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.184) POWER REAR SUNSHADE BUTTON...
... POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.160) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.152) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.181) CEILING CONSOLE 1 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P.158) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.198) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.207) INTERFACE DIAL (P.199) COMPASS SYSTEM (P.242) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.349) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.192) 2 1: HOMELINK BUTTONS (P.295) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.184) POWER REAR SUNSHADE BUTTON...
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Canadian models only On models with navigation system, refer to the navigation system manual. If equipped. 136 2008 RL Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.145) WINDSHIELD WIPER/ WASHER (P.137) ... (ACC) BUTTONS 4 (P.280, 285) MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY BUTTONS (P.71) HORN 1 BLUETOOTH DISTANCE BUTTON HANDSFREELINK (P.289) BUTTONS (P.309) STEERING WHEEL VOICE CONTROL AUDIO CONTROLS (P.239) BUTTONS 3 (P.265) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.178)/ SEAT HEATER AND SEAT VENTILATION BUTTONS (P.179) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.351) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/FOG ...
Canadian models only On models with navigation system, refer to the navigation system manual. If equipped. 136 2008 RL Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.145) WINDSHIELD WIPER/ WASHER (P.137) ... (ACC) BUTTONS 4 (P.280, 285) MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY BUTTONS (P.71) HORN 1 BLUETOOTH DISTANCE BUTTON HANDSFREELINK (P.289) BUTTONS (P.309) STEERING WHEEL VOICE CONTROL AUDIO CONTROLS (P.239) BUTTONS 3 (P.265) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.178)/ SEAT HEATER AND SEAT VENTILATION BUTTONS (P.179) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.351) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/FOG ...
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... you have to the ignition switch position. If you open the driver's door and leave the key in this position. LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in the ignition switch, you turn the ignition switch knob to start the engine. ACCESSORY (I ) POSITION'' message is shown... switch. Instruments and Controls IGNITION SWITCH COVER The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) position, a ''RETURN IGNITION SWITCH TO LOCK (0) POSITION'' message is in 2008 RL 151
... you have to the ignition switch position. If you open the driver's door and leave the key in this position. LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in the ignition switch, you turn the ignition switch knob to start the engine. ACCESSORY (I ) POSITION'' message is shown... switch. Instruments and Controls IGNITION SWITCH COVER The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) position, a ''RETURN IGNITION SWITCH TO LOCK (0) POSITION'' message is in 2008 RL 151
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...Audio system settings (see page 242 ). Some of each remote activates the keyless memory settings related to indicate the feature has been turned on. Compass system preferences (see page 207 ). Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. Navigation system preferences (see page 160 ). The LED 170 2008 RL... 1 or Driver 2) is shown on , repeat this procedure. To turn off this cancels the keyless memory settings for that remote. RL model When you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your remote, each remote. If you unlock the door with...
...Audio system settings (see page 242 ). Some of each remote activates the keyless memory settings related to indicate the feature has been turned on. Compass system preferences (see page 207 ). Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. Navigation system preferences (see page 160 ). The LED 170 2008 RL... 1 or Driver 2) is shown on , repeat this procedure. To turn off this cancels the keyless memory settings for that remote. RL model When you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your remote, each remote. If you unlock the door with...
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... ...217 Operating the Disc Changer ...223 Disc Changer Error Messages ...234 Protecting Your Discs ...235 Auxiliary Input Jack ...238 Remote Audio Controls...239 Radio Theft Protection...241 Compass System ...242 Voice Control Basics ...265 Setting the Clock ...274 Security System ...276 Cruise...(ACC) ...280 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...295 AcuraLink ...299 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ...308 Rearview Camera and Monitor ...326 Features 2008 RL 197 Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to use them. This section describes those features and how to enable it....
... ...217 Operating the Disc Changer ...223 Disc Changer Error Messages ...234 Protecting Your Discs ...235 Auxiliary Input Jack ...238 Remote Audio Controls...239 Radio Theft Protection...241 Compass System ...242 Voice Control Basics ...265 Setting the Clock ...274 Security System ...276 Cruise...(ACC) ...280 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...295 AcuraLink ...299 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ...308 Rearview Camera and Monitor ...326 Features 2008 RL 197 Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to use them. This section describes those features and how to enable it....
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...210 ), the auto select preset memory (see page 211 ), and the volume and sound level settings (see page 265 ). 2008 RL 207 Voice Control System The audio system can also be accessed using the interface dial. Personalization Setting When you make selections or adjustments to Voice Control Basics for complete...214 ) are turned to that selection. KNOB ENTER The knob turns left , right, up, down, and in your remote and turn the audio system on the screen. On models with your Quick Start Guide for an overview of the selector (ENTER) to go to the respective memorized ...
...210 ), the auto select preset memory (see page 211 ), and the volume and sound level settings (see page 265 ). 2008 RL 207 Voice Control System The audio system can also be accessed using the interface dial. Personalization Setting When you make selections or adjustments to Voice Control Basics for complete...214 ) are turned to that selection. KNOB ENTER The knob turns left , right, up, down, and in your remote and turn the audio system on the screen. On models with your Quick Start Guide for an overview of the selector (ENTER) to go to the respective memorized ...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Playing the AM/FM Radio UPPER DISPLAY U.S. models (Technology package model is shown) Canadian and Hawaiian models FM BUTTON POWER/ VOLUME KNOB SEEK BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON TUNE BUTTONS POWER/ VOLUME KNOB SEEK BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON AM BUTTON TUNE BUTTONS AUTO SELECT BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL PRESET BUTTONS INTERFACE DIAL PRESET BUTTONS 208 2008 RL
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Playing the AM/FM Radio UPPER DISPLAY U.S. models (Technology package model is shown) Canadian and Hawaiian models FM BUTTON POWER/ VOLUME KNOB SEEK BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON TUNE BUTTONS POWER/ VOLUME KNOB SEEK BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON AM BUTTON TUNE BUTTONS AUTO SELECT BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL PRESET BUTTONS INTERFACE DIAL PRESET BUTTONS 208 2008 RL
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... navigation screen and ST on the upper display, if the station is not available. Press the AUDIO button to a lower frequency. Adjust the volume by pressing the power/volume knob or the AM...TUNE. Press the button to tune to a higher frequency, or the button to tune to view the audio control display. To tune with the interface dial, push the selector down, and turn the knob to... TUNE mode, press ENTER on the display. Stereo reproduction on by turning the power/volume knob. CONTINUED 2008 RL 209 Turn the system on AM is broadcasting in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position....
... navigation screen and ST on the upper display, if the station is not available. Press the AUDIO button to a lower frequency. Adjust the volume by pressing the power/volume knob or the AM...TUNE. Press the button to tune to a higher frequency, or the button to tune to view the audio control display. To tune with the interface dial, push the selector down, and turn the knob to... TUNE mode, press ENTER on the display. Stereo reproduction on by turning the power/volume knob. CONTINUED 2008 RL 209 Turn the system on AM is broadcasting in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position....
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... button or Preset preset icon can also store frequencies with the interface dial. To activate it, press the or SEEK button, then release it . 210 2008 RL You will then scan for the next strong station and play that you hear a beep. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store the frequency on, then press.... SCAN The SCAN function samples all stations with the preset buttons (on the selected band. To store a preset memory location: 1. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System SEEK The SEEK function searches up and down , and then push it to a desired station. 3.
... button or Preset preset icon can also store frequencies with the interface dial. To activate it, press the or SEEK button, then release it . 210 2008 RL You will then scan for the next strong station and play that you hear a beep. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store the frequency on, then press.... SCAN The SCAN function samples all stations with the preset buttons (on the selected band. To store a preset memory location: 1. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System SEEK The SEEK function searches up and down , and then push it to a desired station. 3.
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System U.S. models (except Hawaiian) AUTO SEL ICON Push the interface selector down to find a strong station for several seconds. Press the A.SEL button. Canadian and ... of six AM and twelve FM stations in the local area. You will see ''0'' displayed if auto select cannot find stations in the preset buttons. 2008 RL 211 To turn off auto select, press ENTER on the interface selector. If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can...
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System U.S. models (except Hawaiian) AUTO SEL ICON Push the interface selector down to find a strong station for several seconds. Press the A.SEL button. Canadian and ... of six AM and twelve FM stations in the local area. You will see ''0'' displayed if auto select cannot find stations in the preset buttons. 2008 RL 211 To turn off auto select, press ENTER on the interface selector. If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can...
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...the sound will go off the frequency in and out. Driving very near the transmitter of the station's signal. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System AM/FM Radio Frequencies The radio can also affect your radio could display a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may temporarily ...on many factors, such as you are assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz apart (530, 540, 550). If you are close to . 212 2008 RL Those bands cover these exact frequencies. You may identify the station as ''FM101.'' AM/FM Radio Reception How well the radio receives stations is ...
...the sound will go off the frequency in and out. Driving very near the transmitter of the station's signal. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System AM/FM Radio Frequencies The radio can also affect your radio could display a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may temporarily ...on many factors, such as you are assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz apart (530, 540, 550). If you are close to . 212 2008 RL Those bands cover these exact frequencies. You may identify the station as ''FM101.'' AM/FM Radio Reception How well the radio receives stations is ...
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Radio reception can cause temporary reception problems. 2008 RL 213 You may be affected by large objects such as thunderstorms, high humidity, and even sunspots. Electrical interference from the station's transmitter, and the deflected ... FM band, are deflected by atmospheric conditions such as buildings and hills. This causes the sound to operate the equipment. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to distort...
Radio reception can cause temporary reception problems. 2008 RL 213 You may be affected by large objects such as thunderstorms, high humidity, and even sunspots. Electrical interference from the station's transmitter, and the deflected ... FM band, are deflected by atmospheric conditions such as buildings and hills. This causes the sound to operate the equipment. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to distort...
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Then press ENTER on or off. To adjust them, press the AUDIO button, push the interface selector down , or by pushing the interface selector up or down , and turn the interface knob to SOUND. In addition, you ... and subwoofer speakers. You can set the AudioPilot and Centerpoint features (when playing a CD-DA) to adjust by turning the interface knob. SOUND ICON 214 2008 RL Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, and FADER are each adjustable.
Then press ENTER on or off. To adjust them, press the AUDIO button, push the interface selector down , or by pushing the interface selector up or down , and turn the interface knob to SOUND. In addition, you ... and subwoofer speakers. You can set the AudioPilot and Centerpoint features (when playing a CD-DA) to adjust by turning the interface knob. SOUND ICON 214 2008 RL Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, and FADER are each adjustable.
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... grid come to the desired level, and enter your selection by pressing ENTER on the screen. Features CONTINUED 2008 RL 215 The current setting is shown on the interface selector. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System BASS/TREBLE To adjust bass and treble, select BASS or TREBLE, and press ENTER on the...
... grid come to the desired level, and enter your selection by pressing ENTER on the screen. Features CONTINUED 2008 RL 215 The current setting is shown on the interface selector. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System BASS/TREBLE To adjust bass and treble, select BASS or TREBLE, and press ENTER on the...
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... AudioPilot Bose AudioPilot digital processing monitors sound within the cabin, and helps compensate for unwanted ambient noise with no perceived change in audio volume. Turn the interface knob to ON or OFF, and press ENTER on the screen. To set this feature on or off , select... AudioPilot, and press ENTER on the display. AudioPilot and Centerpoint are registered trade marks of the Bose corporation. 216 2008 RL Turn the interface knob to ON or OFF, and press ENTER on the interface selector. Bose Centerpoint Centerpoint signal processing processes stereo and matrix ...
... AudioPilot Bose AudioPilot digital processing monitors sound within the cabin, and helps compensate for unwanted ambient noise with no perceived change in audio volume. Turn the interface knob to ON or OFF, and press ENTER on the screen. To set this feature on or off , select... AudioPilot, and press ENTER on the display. AudioPilot and Centerpoint are registered trade marks of the Bose corporation. 216 2008 RL Turn the interface knob to ON or OFF, and press ENTER on the interface selector. Bose Centerpoint Centerpoint signal processing processes stereo and matrix ...
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models (Technology package model is shown) INTERFACE DIAL PRESET BUTTON CONTINUED 2008 RL 217 Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Playing the XM Satellite Radio SATELLITE RADIO BUTTON UPPER DISPLAY POWER/ VOLUME KNOB CATEGORY BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON Features TUNE BUTTONS DISPLAY/ MODE BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON U.S.
models (Technology package model is shown) INTERFACE DIAL PRESET BUTTON CONTINUED 2008 RL 217 Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Playing the XM Satellite Radio SATELLITE RADIO BUTTON UPPER DISPLAY POWER/ VOLUME KNOB CATEGORY BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON Features TUNE BUTTONS DISPLAY/ MODE BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON U.S.