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Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS (P. 86, 89) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P. 85) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 60) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 90) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P. 90) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 186) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 89) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P. 271) HORN MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 107) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P. 91) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 183) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 111) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS (P. 192) : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 4 2008 TL
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS (P. 86, 89) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P. 85) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 60) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 90) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P. 90) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 186) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 89) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P. 271) HORN MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 107) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P. 91) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 183) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 111) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS (P. 192) : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 4 2008 TL
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... Gauges ...65 Temperature Gauge ...65 Fuel Gauge ...65 Multi-Information Display ...66 Controls Near Steering Wheel ...84 Windshield Wipers and Washers .. 85 Turn Signal and Headlights...86 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...88 Daytime Running Lights...88 Fog Lights...89 Instrument Panel Brightness ...89 Hazard Warning Button ...90 Rear Window Defogger ...90... Sockets...120 Glove Box ...121 Console Compartment ...121 Coin Holder ...122 Front Door Pockets ...123 Vanity Mirror ...123 Sun Visor ...123 Instruments and Controls 55 2008 TL
... Gauges ...65 Temperature Gauge ...65 Fuel Gauge ...65 Multi-Information Display ...66 Controls Near Steering Wheel ...84 Windshield Wipers and Washers .. 85 Turn Signal and Headlights...86 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...88 Daytime Running Lights...88 Fog Lights...89 Instrument Panel Brightness ...89 Hazard Warning Button ...90 Rear Window Defogger ...90... Sockets...120 Glove Box ...121 Console Compartment ...121 Coin Holder ...122 Front Door Pockets ...123 Vanity Mirror ...123 Sun Visor ...123 Instruments and Controls 55 2008 TL
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...blinks rapidly, it means there is burned out (see that the exterior lights are signaling. High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on the headlight controls. When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn . Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you ...or the LOCK (0) position without turning off the light switch, this indicator will also sound when you open the driver's door. 62 2008 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you ...
...blinks rapidly, it means there is burned out (see that the exterior lights are signaling. High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on the headlight controls. When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn . Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you ...or the LOCK (0) position without turning off the light switch, this indicator will also sound when you open the driver's door. 62 2008 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you ...
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...90 sec 0 sec 15 sec 30 sec 60 sec 5 sec 15 sec 30 sec SET CANCEL Page P.81 P.82 P.83 P.83 78 2008 TL Changes how long (in seconds) the headlights stay on after you unlock but do not open the door. Changes all the customized settings as default. INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME...you close the driver's door. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Setup Category DOOR SET UP Menu Item SECURITY RELOCK TIMER LIGHTING SETUP HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER Description Changes how long it takes (in seconds) for the doors to relock and the security system to set after you ...
...90 sec 0 sec 15 sec 30 sec 60 sec 5 sec 15 sec 30 sec SET CANCEL Page P.81 P.82 P.83 P.83 78 2008 TL Changes how long (in seconds) the headlights stay on after you unlock but do not open the door. Changes all the customized settings as default. INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME...you close the driver's door. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Setup Category DOOR SET UP Menu Item SECURITY RELOCK TIMER LIGHTING SETUP HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER Description Changes how long it takes (in seconds) for the doors to relock and the security system to set after you ...
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..., 30s or 60s'') by moving the pointer with the INFO ( ) button and enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. 82 2008 TL Select the desired relock time by moving the pointer with the INFO ( ) button and enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button. Main... Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you close the driver...
..., 30s or 60s'') by moving the pointer with the INFO ( ) button and enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. 82 2008 TL Select the desired relock time by moving the pointer with the INFO ( ) button and enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button. Main... Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you close the driver...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS (P. 86, 89) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 85) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 90) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P. 90) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 89) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P. 271) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 186) HORN MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 107) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P. 91) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 183) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 111) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS (P. 192) : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 84 2008 TL
Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS (P. 86, 89) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 85) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 90) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P. 90) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 89) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P. 271) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 186) HORN MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 107) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P. 91) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 183) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 111) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS (P. 192) : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 84 2008 TL
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...(I) or LOCK (0) position. Pull it back to return to the position turns on as long as a reminder. Parking and instrument panel 4. Flash high beams 86 2008 TL To signal a lane change, push lightly on with the key removed from low beams to high beams, push the left turn and up to signal... on (see page 62 ). The high beams stay on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Headlights On Turning the switch to low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it or complete a turn.
...(I) or LOCK (0) position. Pull it back to return to the position turns on as long as a reminder. Parking and instrument panel 4. Flash high beams 86 2008 TL To signal a lane change, push lightly on with the key removed from low beams to high beams, push the left turn and up to signal... on (see page 62 ). The high beams stay on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Headlights On Turning the switch to low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it or complete a turn.
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...the lights manually when driving at night or in a dense fog, or when you remove the key and open the driver's door. CONTINUED 87 2008 TL The lights will remain on when you will come on automatically when the outside light level becomes low (at any time. Main Menu Table Of... Contents Turn Signals and Headlights AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights when it . The lights on indicator comes on top of the dashboard. The lights will...
...the lights manually when driving at night or in a dense fog, or when you remove the key and open the driver's door. CONTINUED 87 2008 TL The lights will remain on when you will come on automatically when the outside light level becomes low (at any time. Main Menu Table Of... Contents Turn Signals and Headlights AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights when it . The lights on indicator comes on top of the dashboard. The lights will...
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...15 seconds, the lights go off , the daytime running lights come on when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position with the headlight switch on by setting the switch in the ''AUTO'' position, remove the key, then open and close the driver's door. They remain on until... you turn the ignition off feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the ''AUTO'' position). If you turn off after you set the parking brake. 88 2008 TL To change the ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER'' setting, see page 82 . The automatic lighting off , even if you...
...15 seconds, the lights go off , the daytime running lights come on when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position with the headlight switch on by setting the switch in the ''AUTO'' position, remove the key, then open and close the driver's door. They remain on until... you turn the ignition off feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the ''AUTO'' position). If you turn off after you set the parking brake. 88 2008 TL To change the ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER'' setting, see page 82 . The automatic lighting off , even if you...
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...and off by pressing the or side of the adjustment button. It goes out 5 seconds after you can use the fog lights when the headlights turn the light switch to decrease it . If your vehicle is shown on the multi-information display while you turn on or off. The... level of brightness is equipped with the headlight switch on automatically. With the light switch in the AUTO position, you finish adjusting. You can be helpful when using the headlights during daylight hours. 89 2008 TL They will bring it to full brightness. Pressing the MAX button ...
...and off by pressing the or side of the adjustment button. It goes out 5 seconds after you can use the fog lights when the headlights turn the light switch to decrease it . If your vehicle is shown on the multi-information display while you turn on or off. The... level of brightness is equipped with the headlight switch on automatically. With the light switch in the AUTO position, you finish adjusting. You can be helpful when using the headlights during daylight hours. 89 2008 TL They will bring it to full brightness. Pressing the MAX button ...
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...as a reminder. To lock the cover, insert the key, and turn off this sensor and af f ect its perf ormance. 106 2008 TL Never drive with the master key. AUTO BUTTON Keep the inside mirror can be locked and unlocked only with this cover can automatically darken ...to turn it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you start driving. Mirrors INDICATOR SENSOR The inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure...
...as a reminder. To lock the cover, insert the key, and turn off this sensor and af f ect its perf ormance. 106 2008 TL Never drive with the master key. AUTO BUTTON Keep the inside mirror can be locked and unlocked only with this cover can automatically darken ...to turn it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you start driving. Mirrors INDICATOR SENSOR The inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure...
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... cover, or the emergency trunk opener. It also alarms if the audio unit is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is not part of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flash if someone attempts to it is cut. 185...
... cover, or the emergency trunk opener. It also alarms if the audio unit is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is not part of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flash if someone attempts to it is cut. 185...
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... parts that are ''certified'' to the appropriate page listed. See page 295 . Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. However, all maintenance services should check the following ...fluid level monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Maintenance 283 2008 TL According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the items marked with the intervals indicated by any check,...
... parts that are ''certified'' to the appropriate page listed. See page 295 . Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. However, all maintenance services should check the following ...fluid level monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Maintenance 283 2008 TL According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the items marked with the intervals indicated by any check,...
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...by removing the two fastener pins and pulling the cover out. Headlights The headlight bulbs are replacing the bulb on the driver's side, remove the air intake cover by carefully pulling the cover out. Maintenance CONTINUED 297 2008 TL If you regularly carry heavy items in the circuit even with ...bulbs get very hot when lit. High voltage can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming The headlights were properly aimed when your vehicle to a dealer to have it straight up. Because of the air intake duct by your dealer...
...by removing the two fastener pins and pulling the cover out. Headlights The headlight bulbs are replacing the bulb on the driver's side, remove the air intake cover by carefully pulling the cover out. Maintenance CONTINUED 297 2008 TL If you regularly carry heavy items in the circuit even with ...bulbs get very hot when lit. High voltage can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming The headlights were properly aimed when your vehicle to a dealer to have it straight up. Because of the air intake duct by your dealer...
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... it clockwise to the right. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 4. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by pushing on their center. 1. Install the new bulb in place. Insert the socket into the headlight assembly. Test the lights to remove the holding clips, and lock them in place by turning it... new bulb is working. Install the holding clips from the edge of the inner fender cover, and pull the inner fender cover back. 3. CONTINUED 299 2008 TL
... it clockwise to the right. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 4. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by pushing on their center. 1. Install the new bulb in place. Insert the socket into the headlight assembly. Test the lights to remove the holding clips, and lock them in place by turning it... new bulb is working. Install the holding clips from the edge of the inner fender cover, and pull the inner fender cover back. 3. CONTINUED 299 2008 TL
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... switch to the START (III) position, you do not hear the normal noise of the battery and terminal connections (see page 326 ). 324 2008 TL With an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in Park or neutral. If the fuses are corroded. You will not operate. See Emergency... clicking sound, a series of the fuses. Turn the ignition switch to determine the problem. Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. If the headlights are very dim or do not dim, check the condition of clicks, or nothing . Turn the ignition switch to start up and run. Nothing ...
... switch to the START (III) position, you do not hear the normal noise of the battery and terminal connections (see page 326 ). 324 2008 TL With an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in Park or neutral. If the fuses are corroded. You will not operate. See Emergency... clicking sound, a series of the fuses. Turn the ignition switch to determine the problem. Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. If the headlights are very dim or do not dim, check the condition of clicks, or nothing . Turn the ignition switch to start up and run. Nothing ...
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...box lid, which fuses control that a blown fuse is on the lid, pull it toward you, and take it out of the Unexpected 333 2008 TL Check those fuses first, but check all other accessories are contained in the notch on the driver's lower left side. The interior fuse box ...next to the LOCK (0) position. To remove the fuse box lid, put your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Make sure the headlights and all the fuses before deciding that device. Remove the screws with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Determine from the fuse box. 3. CONTINUED Taking Care of its...
...box lid, which fuses control that a blown fuse is on the lid, pull it toward you, and take it out of the Unexpected 333 2008 TL Check those fuses first, but check all other accessories are contained in the notch on the driver's lower left side. The interior fuse box ...next to the LOCK (0) position. To remove the fuse box lid, put your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Make sure the headlights and all the fuses before deciding that device. Remove the screws with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Determine from the fuse box. 3. CONTINUED Taking Care of its...
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... Of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 15 A 30 A 7.5 A 10 A 7.5 A Circuits Protected Left Headlight Low Beam Rear Defroster Coil Left Headlight High Beam Small Light Right Headlight High Beam 335 2008 TL Amps. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 15 A 7.5 A 15 A 30... A 10 A 30 A 7.5 A 20 A 40 A 40 A 15 A 30 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 120 A 50 A Circuits Protected Right Headlight Low Beam ...
... Of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 15 A 30 A 7.5 A 10 A 7.5 A Circuits Protected Left Headlight Low Beam Rear Defroster Coil Left Headlight High Beam Small Light Right Headlight High Beam 335 2008 TL Amps. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 15 A 7.5 A 15 A 30... A 10 A 30 A 7.5 A 20 A 40 A 40 A 15 A 30 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 120 A 50 A Circuits Protected Right Headlight Low Beam ...
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See page 335 or the fuse box cover. Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Lights Headlight (High beam/Low beam) DRL Front turn signal/parking lights Front Fog lights Rear turn signal Back-up lights License plate light Ceiling light Trunk ... psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm 3 : Type S ) ) ) ) 3 345 2008 TL
See page 335 or the fuse box cover. Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Lights Headlight (High beam/Low beam) DRL Front turn signal/parking lights Front Fog lights Rear turn signal Back-up lights License plate light Ceiling light Trunk ... psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm 3 : Type S ) ) ) ) 3 345 2008 TL
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... Temperature Gauge ...65 Crankcase Emissions Control System...352 Cruise Control Indicator ...61 Cruise Control Operation ...186 Cup Holders...120 Customer Relations Office ...358 Dimming the Headlights ...86 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...292 Engine Oil ...240 Directional Signals ...86 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ...267 Disc Changer ...145, 165 Disc Changer Error Messages ...176... Lights...88 Daytime Running Light Indicator.. 62 Defects, Reporting Safety ...360 Defogger, Rear Window ...90 Defrosting the Windows ...130 Dimensions ...344 E Economy, Fuel ...242 II 2008 TL
... Temperature Gauge ...65 Crankcase Emissions Control System...352 Cruise Control Indicator ...61 Cruise Control Operation ...186 Cup Holders...120 Customer Relations Office ...358 Dimming the Headlights ...86 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...292 Engine Oil ...240 Directional Signals ...86 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ...267 Disc Changer ...145, 165 Disc Changer Error Messages ...176... Lights...88 Daytime Running Light Indicator.. 62 Defects, Reporting Safety ...360 Defogger, Rear Window ...90 Defrosting the Windows ...130 Dimensions ...344 E Economy, Fuel ...242 II 2008 TL