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... PANEL INDICATORS (P. 57) GAUGES (P. 65) CEILING CONSOLE DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9) Your Vehicle at a Glance PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 112) CLOCK (P. 116...) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 126) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 133) TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON(P. 97) : CEILING LIGHT (P. 118) HOMELINK BUTTONS (P. 189) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 115) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P. 237) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 239) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 256) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 259) On models with navigation system shown 3 2008 TL
... PANEL INDICATORS (P. 57) GAUGES (P. 65) CEILING CONSOLE DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9) Your Vehicle at a Glance PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 112) CLOCK (P. 116...) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 126) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 133) TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON(P. 97) : CEILING LIGHT (P. 118) HOMELINK BUTTONS (P. 189) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 115) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P. 237) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 239) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 256) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 259) On models with navigation system shown 3 2008 TL
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...a Booster Seat ...49 When Can a Larger Child Sit in your vehicle. Close and Lock the Doors ...11 2. Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you how to properly restrain infants and children in Front ...50 Additional Safety Precautions ...51 Carbon ... Vehicle's Safety Features...7 Seat Belts ...8 Airbags ...9 Protecting Adults and Teens...11 1. And it tells you important information about how to use seat belts. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...16 Advice for Pregnant Women...16 Additional Safety Precautions ...17 5 2008 TL Adjust the Seat-Backs ...13 4. Adjust...
...a Booster Seat ...49 When Can a Larger Child Sit in your vehicle. Close and Lock the Doors ...11 2. Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you how to properly restrain infants and children in Front ...50 Additional Safety Precautions ...51 Carbon ... Vehicle's Safety Features...7 Seat Belts ...8 Airbags ...9 Protecting Adults and Teens...11 1. And it tells you important information about how to use seat belts. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...16 Advice for Pregnant Women...16 Additional Safety Precautions ...17 5 2008 TL Adjust the Seat-Backs ...13 4. Adjust...
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...'s Safety Features (8) (10) (3) (9) (4) (1) (9) (7) Your vehicle is equipped with many features that tighten the front seat belts in a crash. Driver and Passenger Safety (5) (8) (11) (7) (6) (2) (2) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks (11) Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners CONTINUED 7 2008 TL
...'s Safety Features (8) (10) (3) (9) (4) (1) (9) (7) Your vehicle is equipped with many features that tighten the front seat belts in a crash. Driver and Passenger Safety (5) (8) (11) (7) (6) (2) (2) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks (11) Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners CONTINUED 7 2008 TL
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...driver and a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe frontal collision (see page 27 for more information on how your seat belt, and make sure you from being thrown out of serious injury. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your side airbags work ). CONTINUED 9 2008 TL... Keep you wear it properly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features Help keep you in every crash. A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you from ...
...driver and a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe frontal collision (see page 27 for more information on how your seat belt, and make sure you from being thrown out of serious injury. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your side airbags work ). CONTINUED 9 2008 TL... Keep you wear it properly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features Help keep you in every crash. A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you from ...
Owner's Manual
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...of the driver, front passenger, and passengers in rear impacts, or minor frontal or side collisions. Remember however, that no protection in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact (see page 29 for more detailed information about your airbags are designed... to supplement the seat belts. Airbags can occur in a severe crash, even when seat belts are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 10 2008 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features ...
...of the driver, front passenger, and passengers in rear impacts, or minor frontal or side collisions. Remember however, that no protection in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact (see page 29 for more detailed information about your airbags are designed... to supplement the seat belts. Airbags can occur in a severe crash, even when seat belts are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 10 2008 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features ...
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... front seats. In addition to the rear as possible. Adjust the driver's seat as far to adjusting the seat, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. 12 2008 TL Always sit as far back from the steering wheel and still reach ...the controls, we recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of...
... front seats. In addition to the rear as possible. Adjust the driver's seat as far to adjusting the seat, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. 12 2008 TL Always sit as far back from the steering wheel and still reach ...the controls, we recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of...
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...in the center of the steering wheel. See page 103 for how to adjust the seat-backs. 4.Adjust the Head Restraints Driver and Passenger Safety Adjust the driver's seat-back to a comfortable, upright position. Taller persons should also adjust their seatback to a comfortable, upright position, ...high as well. CONTINUED 13 2008 TL It also increases the chance of the belt. Passengers with adjustable seatbacks should adjust their head restraints properly as possible. Adjust the driver's head restraint so the center of the back of your chest and the airbag cover in the seat. ...
...in the center of the steering wheel. See page 103 for how to adjust the seat-backs. 4.Adjust the Head Restraints Driver and Passenger Safety Adjust the driver's seat-back to a comfortable, upright position. Taller persons should also adjust their seatback to a comfortable, upright position, ...high as well. CONTINUED 13 2008 TL It also increases the chance of the belt. Passengers with adjustable seatbacks should adjust their head restraints properly as possible. Adjust the driver's head restraint so the center of the back of your chest and the airbag cover in the seat. ...
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...never use the same seat belt. Devices intended to improve hands or arms are close to an airbag cover, they Keep your could interfere with a pipe or other hard object attached on Driver and Passenger Safety occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective... not put any accessories on or near the door could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone . 17 2008 TL If a side airbag or a objects on the front airbag covers. Each time you have a checkup, ask your doctor if it's okay for you and your mouth, can be propelled inside ...
...never use the same seat belt. Devices intended to improve hands or arms are close to an airbag cover, they Keep your could interfere with a pipe or other hard object attached on Driver and Passenger Safety occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective... not put any accessories on or near the door could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone . 17 2008 TL If a side airbag or a objects on the front airbag covers. Each time you have a checkup, ask your doctor if it's okay for you and your mouth, can be propelled inside ...
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This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to monitor whether the front seat belts are also equipped with automatic ...If you and your passengers to fasten your seat belt is riding there, the indicator should not sound. 18 2008 TL The seat belt system includes an indicator on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is not fastened before ... instrument panel and a beeper to remind you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If either the driver or a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator will come on the front passenger's seat (see ...
This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to monitor whether the front seat belts are also equipped with automatic ...If you and your passengers to fasten your seat belt is riding there, the indicator should not sound. 18 2008 TL The seat belt system includes an indicator on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is not fastened before ... instrument panel and a beeper to remind you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If either the driver or a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator will come on the front passenger's seat (see ...
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...automatic seat belt tensioners. When activated, the tensioners immediately tighten the belts to deploy. If a side airbag or side curtain airbag deploys during a collision in position. 20 2008 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To deactivate the lockable retractor, unlatch ...this case, the airbags would not be activated during a side impact, the tensioner on that side of the vehicle will remain tight until they are designed to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to help hold the driver and a front ...
...automatic seat belt tensioners. When activated, the tensioners immediately tighten the belts to deploy. If a side airbag or side curtain airbag deploys during a collision in position. 20 2008 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To deactivate the lockable retractor, unlatch ...this case, the airbags would not be activated during a side impact, the tensioner on that side of the vehicle will remain tight until they are designed to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to help hold the driver and a front ...
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... Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (10) Side Impact Sensors (11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors (12) SRS Indicator (13) Side Curtain Airbags (14) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors Control Unit/ OPDS Sensors Control Unit (8) (9) (2) (13) (14) (11) (5) (4) (10) (5) (10) (6) (4) (7) (7) 22 2008 TL
... Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (10) Side Impact Sensors (11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors (12) SRS Indicator (13) Side Curtain Airbags (14) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors Control Unit/ OPDS Sensors Control Unit (8) (9) (2) (13) (14) (11) (5) (4) (10) (5) (10) (6) (4) (7) (7) 22 2008 TL
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... tensioners (see page 27 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. Driver and Passenger Safety 23 2008 TL Sensors that monitors the distance of the steering wheel; Weight sensors that monitor the ... the seatbacks. An indicator on the front passenger's seat. A sophisticated electronic system that the passenger's side airbag has been turned off (see page 26 ). If the seat is in the dashboard. The driver's airbag is stored in the ON (II) position.
... tensioners (see page 27 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. Driver and Passenger Safety 23 2008 TL Sensors that monitors the distance of the steering wheel; Weight sensors that monitor the ... the seatbacks. An indicator on the front passenger's seat. A sophisticated electronic system that the passenger's side airbag has been turned off (see page 26 ). If the seat is in the dashboard. The driver's airbag is stored in the ON (II) position.
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... alerts you that determines whether or not the airbags will instantly inflate the driver's and front passenger's airbags, at the margin, or threshold, that the passenger's front airbag has been turned off (see page 29 ). Only the driver's airbag can happen if the severity of each other,...a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your airbags, sensors, or seat belt tensioners (see page 26 ). 24 2008 TL Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of a collision is disconnected in case your vehicle's ...
... alerts you that determines whether or not the airbags will instantly inflate the driver's and front passenger's airbags, at the margin, or threshold, that the passenger's front airbag has been turned off (see page 29 ). Only the driver's airbag can happen if the severity of each other,...a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your airbags, sensors, or seat belt tensioners (see page 26 ). 24 2008 TL Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of a collision is disconnected in case your vehicle's ...
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...sensors detect the occupant is actually powder from the airbag's surface. In a more severe crash, both stages will ignite a split second later. CONTINUED 25 2008 TL Driver and Passenger Safety After inflating, the front airbags immediately deflate, so they see what looks like... smoke. This provides longer airbag inflation time with the driver's visibility, or the ability to do so. Although ...
...sensors detect the occupant is actually powder from the airbag's surface. In a more severe crash, both stages will ignite a split second later. CONTINUED 25 2008 TL Driver and Passenger Safety After inflating, the front airbags immediately deflate, so they see what looks like... smoke. This provides longer airbag inflation time with the driver's visibility, or the ability to do so. Although ...
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... seats. Back-seat passengers should not put any liquids on , and the airbag will automatically turn the passenger's front airbag off. 26 2008 TL If the seat is a problem with less force, regardless of the severity of the driver's seating position. Although Acura does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front, if the...
... seats. Back-seat passengers should not put any liquids on , and the airbag will automatically turn the passenger's front airbag off. 26 2008 TL If the seat is a problem with less force, regardless of the severity of the driver's seating position. Although Acura does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front, if the...
Owner's Manual
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... the sensors and operation of the seat. Also, make sure the floor mat behind it is hooked to instantly inflate either the driver's or the passenger's side airbag and activate the seat belt tensioner on the back of the front passenger's seat. If you ever have a moderate to severe...the front passenger seat, or placing heavy items in the front seat, the airbag will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to the floor mat anchor (see page 30 ). However, the passenger airbag off . CONTINUED 27 2008 TL Hanging heavy items on . If it . Moving the front seat or ...
... the sensors and operation of the seat. Also, make sure the floor mat behind it is hooked to instantly inflate either the driver's or the passenger's side airbag and activate the seat belt tensioner on the back of the front passenger's seat. If you ever have a moderate to severe...the front passenger seat, or placing heavy items in the front seat, the airbag will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to the floor mat anchor (see page 30 ). However, the passenger airbag off . CONTINUED 27 2008 TL Hanging heavy items on . If it . Moving the front seat or ...
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... the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, this indicator comes on that side of the vehicle. 29 2008 TL This tells you the system is on the passenger's side, the passenger's side curtain airbag will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the side curtain...on after you to severe side impact, sensors will inflate even if there are no occupants on briefly then goes off. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG In a moderate to a potential problem with your dealer. For example: If the SRS indicator does not come on the...
... the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, this indicator comes on that side of the vehicle. 29 2008 TL This tells you the system is on the passenger's side, the passenger's side curtain airbag will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the side curtain...on after you to severe side impact, sensors will inflate even if there are no occupants on briefly then goes off. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG In a moderate to a potential problem with your dealer. For example: If the SRS indicator does not come on the...
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...on the seat, or with no front seat passenger and no weight is riding in the seat-back pocket. Driver and Passenger Safety Do not try to a problem. Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are found, have the passenger sit upright and wear the seat ...and other related parts. Look for and remove: Any items under the front passenger's seat. CONTINUED 31 2008 TL If an adult or teenage passenger is detected on the front seat, the airbag will not come on and off . However, you can cause the indicator to an authorized dealer as soon...
...on the seat, or with no front seat passenger and no weight is riding in the seat-back pocket. Driver and Passenger Safety Do not try to a problem. Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are found, have the passenger sit upright and wear the seat ...and other related parts. Look for and remove: Any items under the front passenger's seat. CONTINUED 31 2008 TL If an adult or teenage passenger is detected on the front seat, the airbag will not come on and off . However, you can cause the indicator to an authorized dealer as soon...
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... not inflate, your dealer. This could cause the airbags to severe impact. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Acura Client Services at 800-382-2238. If it can prevent your airbags. Do not cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your vehicle has a... consulting your dealer should inspect the driver's seat position sensor, the front passenger's weight sensors, the front seat belt tensioners, and all seat belts worn during a side impact. 32 2008 TL or covering front seat-back covers can prevent the side airbag cutoff system from inflating during a ...
... not inflate, your dealer. This could cause the airbags to severe impact. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Acura Client Services at 800-382-2238. If it can prevent your airbags. Do not cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your vehicle has a... consulting your dealer should inspect the driver's seat position sensor, the front passenger's weight sensors, the front seat belt tensioners, and all seat belts worn during a side impact. 32 2008 TL or covering front seat-back covers can prevent the side airbag cutoff system from inflating during a ...
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U.S. Models SUN VISOR General Guidelines DASHBOARD Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian Models SUN VISOR 35 2008 TL models) and on these labels. Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
U.S. Models SUN VISOR General Guidelines DASHBOARD Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian Models SUN VISOR 35 2008 TL models) and on these labels. Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.