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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 (...) ...327 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...345 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...385 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...431 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...461 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. only) (how to order) ...481 Index ...I Service ...
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 (...) ...327 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...345 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...385 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...431 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...461 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. only) (how to order) ...481 Index ...I Service ...
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...belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will also see a ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' message on when the engine is running , the battery is not being charged, and you have not fastened your seat belt. For more information, see page 447 . If you do not fasten your ...indicator comes on about your vehicle. A beeper also sounds if you will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page 448 . 62 2008 RL If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on when the engine is running , or if a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL ...
...belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will also see a ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' message on when the engine is running , the battery is not being charged, and you have not fastened your seat belt. For more information, see page 447 . If you do not fasten your ...indicator comes on about your vehicle. A beeper also sounds if you will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page 448 . 62 2008 RL If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on when the engine is running , or if a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL ...
Owner's Manual
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... Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Trip Computer Along with changes in mpg (U.S. When the battery is disconnected, or you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle's battery goes dead or is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles(U.S.) or... kilometers (Canada), so it . L/100km (Canadian models) This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in speed, traffic, etc. L/100 km is also reset. This distance is disconnected. 2008 RL 75...
... Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Trip Computer Along with changes in mpg (U.S. When the battery is disconnected, or you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle's battery goes dead or is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles(U.S.) or... kilometers (Canada), so it . L/100km (Canadian models) This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in speed, traffic, etc. L/100 km is also reset. This distance is disconnected. 2008 RL 75...
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... page 170 ). You cannot customize the settings under these conditions: When the keyless memory settings are off (see Keyless Access Setup on page 104 ). CONTINUED 2008 RL 81 To enter the customizing mode, press and hold the INFO ( / ) button for ''DRIVER 1'' or ''DRIVER 2''. Then use your remote is not possible. To have...
... page 170 ). You cannot customize the settings under these conditions: When the keyless memory settings are off (see Keyless Access Setup on page 104 ). CONTINUED 2008 RL 81 To enter the customizing mode, press and hold the INFO ( / ) button for ''DRIVER 1'' or ''DRIVER 2''. Then use your remote is not possible. To have...
Owner's Manual
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...-in key from the ignition switch, the steering wheel automatically moves fully in and up to let you know the system is reset. 148 2008 RL The steering wheel returns to its original position when you push the ignition switch or insert the built-in key back in the ignition switch... the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel is removed, the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel system needs to be reset when you reconnect the battery or install the fuse. Steering wheel movement is also controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 106 . Main Menu Table Of Contents...
...-in key from the ignition switch, the steering wheel automatically moves fully in and up to let you know the system is reset. 148 2008 RL The steering wheel returns to its original position when you push the ignition switch or insert the built-in key back in the ignition switch... the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel is removed, the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel system needs to be reset when you reconnect the battery or install the fuse. Steering wheel movement is also controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 106 . Main Menu Table Of Contents...
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... the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Use only Acura-approved key blanks. BUILT-IN KEYS KEY NUMBER TAG Do not drop the keys ...need this key number if you ever have received a key number tag with a soft cloth. The keys do not contain batteries. If they get a lost key replaced. Do not try to take them . These keys contain electronic circuits that are ...and Locks You should have to get wet, dry them immediately with your vehicle. 2008 RL 149 You will not work to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system.
... the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Use only Acura-approved key blanks. BUILT-IN KEYS KEY NUMBER TAG Do not drop the keys ...need this key number if you ever have received a key number tag with a soft cloth. The keys do not contain batteries. If they get a lost key replaced. Do not try to take them . These keys contain electronic circuits that are ...and Locks You should have to get wet, dry them immediately with your vehicle. 2008 RL 149 You will not work to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system.
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... You can open the trunk in keyless access operating range. If your vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected, you can open the trunk from getting into the interior. Reach the handle through the trunk passthrough. CONTINUED 2008 RL 153 If the doors are locked, press the trunk release switch on the trunk...
... You can open the trunk in keyless access operating range. If your vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected, you can open the trunk from getting into the interior. Reach the handle through the trunk passthrough. CONTINUED 2008 RL 153 If the doors are locked, press the trunk release switch on the trunk...
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The system will remain on. To change the ''MEMORY POSITION LINK'' setting, see page 104 . CONTINUED 2008 RL 161 When the adjustments are complete, you hear a beep. Make sure the shift lever is disconnected. Selecting a Memorized Position MEMORY BUTTONS 2. Instruments and... driving position. Readjust the outside mirrors to the memorized positions. The indicator in the selected memory button will be lost if your vehicle's battery goes dead or is in that button's memory. Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving Position Memory System To cancel the storing procedure after pressing...
The system will remain on. To change the ''MEMORY POSITION LINK'' setting, see page 104 . CONTINUED 2008 RL 161 When the adjustments are complete, you hear a beep. Make sure the shift lever is disconnected. Selecting a Memorized Position MEMORY BUTTONS 2. Instruments and... driving position. Readjust the outside mirrors to the memorized positions. The indicator in the selected memory button will be lost if your vehicle's battery goes dead or is in that button's memory. Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving Position Memory System To cancel the storing procedure after pressing...
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... a soft cloth. Keep the remote and the built-in key away from any magnetic material. The remote is dead. When the remote battery is covered by metal. Always keep the remote and the built-in key away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. When...transmitter nearby. The built-in key. Use only Acura-approved key blanks. Protect the remote and the built-in key. You carry a cell phone, a laptop computer, or other electrical device near the remote. A vehicle is weak. Instruments and Controls 2008 RL 163 There is dead. Make sure the driver always...
... a soft cloth. Keep the remote and the built-in key away from any magnetic material. The remote is dead. When the remote battery is covered by metal. Always keep the remote and the built-in key away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. When...transmitter nearby. The built-in key. Use only Acura-approved key blanks. Protect the remote and the built-in key. You carry a cell phone, a laptop computer, or other electrical device near the remote. A vehicle is weak. Instruments and Controls 2008 RL 163 There is dead. Make sure the driver always...
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...''KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP'' setting, see page 131 . The unlock sensors do not open any of each front door has a sensor. The remote battery is dead. Main Menu Table Of Contents Keyless Access System Unlocking the Door(s) All the doors unlock when you grab its handle. To change the...ACCESS LIGHT FLASH'' setting, see page 109 . The remote is not within 30 seconds, they will automatically relock. The vehicle battery is dead. Instruments and Controls 2008 RL 165 The handle of the doors within the operating range. That sensor works with the remote so you unlock the door(s), some ...
...''KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP'' setting, see page 131 . The unlock sensors do not open any of each front door has a sensor. The remote battery is dead. Main Menu Table Of Contents Keyless Access System Unlocking the Door(s) All the doors unlock when you grab its handle. To change the...ACCESS LIGHT FLASH'' setting, see page 109 . The remote is not within 30 seconds, they will automatically relock. The vehicle battery is dead. Instruments and Controls 2008 RL 165 The handle of the doors within the operating range. That sensor works with the remote so you unlock the door(s), some ...
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... locked. The remote is not within operating range while you touch the door lock sensor of the front door by locking the doors. 166 2008 RL The vehicle battery is open . The doors are open , no exterior light blinks and/or no beeper sounds. When you touch the door lock sensor of the..., pull the handle to respond or not respond by locking the doors. To change the ''KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH'' setting, see page 113 . The remote battery is dead.
... locked. The remote is not within operating range while you touch the door lock sensor of the front door by locking the doors. 166 2008 RL The vehicle battery is open . The doors are open , no exterior light blinks and/or no beeper sounds. When you touch the door lock sensor of the..., pull the handle to respond or not respond by locking the doors. To change the ''KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH'' setting, see page 113 . The remote battery is dead.
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... undesired operation of battery can hurt the environment. Instruments and Controls Replace the batteries if necessary. Remove the upper half by the party responsible for battery disposal. Battery type: CR2025 Remove the built-in key. An improperly disposed of the device. 2008 RL 171 Changes or... modifications not expressly approved by carefully prying on the edge with new batteries. Operation is facing up. Replace the old batteries with a coin. This device complies with Industry Canada Standard...
... undesired operation of battery can hurt the environment. Instruments and Controls Replace the batteries if necessary. Remove the upper half by the party responsible for battery disposal. Battery type: CR2025 Remove the built-in key. An improperly disposed of the device. 2008 RL 171 Changes or... modifications not expressly approved by carefully prying on the edge with new batteries. Operation is facing up. Replace the old batteries with a coin. This device complies with Industry Canada Standard...
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... back inside the vehicle, the beeper may sound when the location of the remote is inside the vehicle, and close to surrounding conditions. CONTINUED 2008 RL 175 When the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position, the multiinformation display shows ''KEYLESS REMOTE NOT DETECTED,'' and the inside and ...ignition switch. Also, even when the remote is not detected due to electrical devices such as possible (see page 171 ). To ensure maximum battery life, do not store the remote close the door or apply the parking brake. The multi-information display message goes away when you carry ...
... back inside the vehicle, the beeper may sound when the location of the remote is inside the vehicle, and close to surrounding conditions. CONTINUED 2008 RL 175 When the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position, the multiinformation display shows ''KEYLESS REMOTE NOT DETECTED,'' and the inside and ...ignition switch. Also, even when the remote is not detected due to electrical devices such as possible (see page 171 ). To ensure maximum battery life, do not store the remote close the door or apply the parking brake. The multi-information display message goes away when you carry ...
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.... After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the bottom of current from the battery. In the HI setting, the heater turns off system. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. 178 2008 RL SEAT HEATER SWITCHES HEATERS Driver's seat If equipped Both front seats are equipped with temperature changes. Push...
.... After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the bottom of current from the battery. In the HI setting, the heater turns off system. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. 178 2008 RL SEAT HEATER SWITCHES HEATERS Driver's seat If equipped Both front seats are equipped with temperature changes. Push...
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To change to ventilate the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery. Follow these precautions whenever you press the button once, the system is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters and ... to HI. MID Two indicators on the LO setting. When you use the seat heaters or the seat ventilation, even on . It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. 180 2008 RL OFF All indicators off .
To change to ventilate the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery. Follow these precautions whenever you press the button once, the system is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters and ... to HI. MID Two indicators on the LO setting. When you use the seat heaters or the seat ventilation, even on . It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. 180 2008 RL OFF All indicators off .
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...again, you must enter a specific five-digit code with your audio system's code and serial numbers. It must display then turn the radio on. Features 2008 RL 241 In addition, you should have 10 tries to enter the code. The system will disable itself if it is lost, your dealer can access... your dealer. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will retain your owner's manual kit. complete the five-digit ...
...again, you must enter a specific five-digit code with your audio system's code and serial numbers. It must display then turn the radio on. Features 2008 RL 241 In addition, you should have 10 tries to enter the code. The system will disable itself if it is lost, your dealer can access... your dealer. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will retain your owner's manual kit. complete the five-digit ...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass System (U.S. NOTE: If the battery is disconnected or the fuse for the compass system is also displayed. model without navigation system) The Compass Screen Features You can see the current ... receive the elevation information, the display shows only current latitude and longitude. If the GPS reception is low, the display shows a ''Low GPS reception'' message. 2008 RL 247
Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass System (U.S. NOTE: If the battery is disconnected or the fuse for the compass system is also displayed. model without navigation system) The Compass Screen Features You can see the current ... receive the elevation information, the display shows only current latitude and longitude. If the GPS reception is low, the display shows a ''Low GPS reception'' message. 2008 RL 247
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... to select the guidance voice: MALE or FEMALE. Voice Features Allows you will not hear the voice control system confirmations or prompts. CONTINUED 2008 RL 257 Clock Adjustment You can choose from one of your system. The third setup screen allows you to turn the interface knob to reset the... time. When the battery is disconnected or the fuse for more information on the screen. See page 274 for the compass system is highlighted, then push the ...
... to select the guidance voice: MALE or FEMALE. Voice Features Allows you will not hear the voice control system confirmations or prompts. CONTINUED 2008 RL 257 Clock Adjustment You can choose from one of your system. The third setup screen allows you to turn the interface knob to reset the... time. When the battery is disconnected or the fuse for more information on the screen. See page 274 for the compass system is highlighted, then push the ...
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If you lose the cards, you entered mistakenly, move the interface selector to enter the correct code. CONTINUED 2008 RL 259 This may not be initialized before you can use it correctly, the display changes to delete the number you must obtain the security...Initialization requires this: Entry of the compass system 4digit security code to enter it . Features If the battery goes dead or is disconnected for any reason, you lose power to the compass system (the battery was without navigation system) System Initialization If for any reason, you can use it . If you ...
If you lose the cards, you entered mistakenly, move the interface selector to enter the correct code. CONTINUED 2008 RL 259 This may not be initialized before you can use it correctly, the display changes to delete the number you must obtain the security...Initialization requires this: Entry of the compass system 4digit security code to enter it . Features If the battery goes dead or is disconnected for any reason, you lose power to the compass system (the battery was without navigation system) System Initialization If for any reason, you can use it . If you ...
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model without navigation system) Follow the instructions in the open with a clear view of time the battery was disconnected, your system may require GPS initialization. During this procedure is not entered GPS initialization If this procedure the vehicle should ... above screen appears. During initialization, the system searches for all available GPS satellites, and obtains their orbital information. Depending on the screen. 260 2008 RL Follow the instructions on the length of the sky. The system voice will not operate if the audio code is not necessary the system proceeds...
model without navigation system) Follow the instructions in the open with a clear view of time the battery was disconnected, your system may require GPS initialization. During this procedure is not entered GPS initialization If this procedure the vehicle should ... above screen appears. During initialization, the system searches for all available GPS satellites, and obtains their orbital information. Depending on the screen. 260 2008 RL Follow the instructions on the length of the sky. The system voice will not operate if the audio code is not necessary the system proceeds...