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... 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...
... 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...
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They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. models only Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian models CONTINUED 53 2008 TL dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. models RADIATOR CAP DASHBOARD U.S. HOOD U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown.
They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. models only Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian models CONTINUED 53 2008 TL dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. models RADIATOR CAP DASHBOARD U.S. HOOD U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown.
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations DRIVING POSITION MEMORY (P. 108) POWER DOOR LOCKS (P. 96) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 107) CEILING CONSOLE CLOCK (P. 116) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 126) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 133) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 112) 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 56 2008 TL
Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations DRIVING POSITION MEMORY (P. 108) POWER DOOR LOCKS (P. 96) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 107) CEILING CONSOLE CLOCK (P. 116) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 126) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 133) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 112) 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 56 2008 TL
Owner's Manual
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...the trunk with the remote transmitter without using the key or the remote transmitter), the hood, or the trunk will not set , you the system is cut. 185 2008 TL For the system to activate, you lock the doors, hood, and trunk. The alarm will not set , opening any door is opened with...is not fully closed . The horn sounds and a combination of the monitor display, manually check the hood. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it is set if the hood, trunk, or any door (without triggering the alarm. Since it . Main Menu Table Of Contents ...
...the trunk with the remote transmitter without using the key or the remote transmitter), the hood, or the trunk will not set , you the system is cut. 185 2008 TL For the system to activate, you lock the doors, hood, and trunk. The alarm will not set , opening any door is opened with...is not fully closed . The horn sounds and a combination of the monitor display, manually check the hood. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it is set if the hood, trunk, or any door (without triggering the alarm. Since it . Main Menu Table Of Contents ...
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... ...236 Fuel Recommendation ...236 Service Station Procedures ...237 Refueling...237 Opening and Closing the Hood ...239 Oil Check ...240 Engine Coolant Check ...241 Fuel Economy ...242 Accessories and Modifications ...245 Carrying Cargo ...247 Before Driving 235 2008 TL You also need to know what gasoline to use and how to properly store luggage...
... ...236 Fuel Recommendation ...236 Service Station Procedures ...237 Refueling...237 Opening and Closing the Hood ...239 Oil Check ...240 Engine Coolant Check ...241 Fuel Economy ...242 Accessories and Modifications ...245 Carrying Cargo ...247 Before Driving 235 2008 TL You also need to know what gasoline to use and how to properly store luggage...
Owner's Manual
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... lubricated. 3. Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. The hydraulic supports will pop up most of the way and hold it releases the hood. CONTINUED 239 2008 TL Put your vehicle inspected by a dealer. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures If the system still detects a leak in your vehicle's evaporative...
... lubricated. 3. Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. The hydraulic supports will pop up most of the way and hold it releases the hood. CONTINUED 239 2008 TL Put your vehicle inspected by a dealer. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures If the system still detects a leak in your vehicle's evaporative...
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Make sure the hood is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on page 287 . 240 2008 TL Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with your hands. Remove the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Remove the dipstick again, and check the ... be between the upper and lower marks. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK To close the hood, lower it to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert it is securely latched...
Make sure the hood is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on page 287 . 240 2008 TL Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with your hands. Remove the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Remove the dipstick again, and check the ... be between the upper and lower marks. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK To close the hood, lower it to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert it is securely latched...
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... wheel adjustment (see page 107 ). 7. Fasten your vehicle. 1. Check that any items you may be carrying are clean and unobstructed. Check that the hood and trunk are securely closed . 3. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 14 ). 10. Visually check the tires. Check... 103 ). 6. Main Menu Table Of Contents Preparing to check its pressure. 4. Check the seat adjustment (see pages 57 , 65 and 68 ). 252 2008 TL Make sure the doors are fully closed and locked. 9. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments...
... wheel adjustment (see page 107 ). 7. Fasten your vehicle. 1. Check that any items you may be carrying are clean and unobstructed. Check that the hood and trunk are securely closed . 3. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 14 ). 10. Visually check the tires. Check... 103 ). 6. Main Menu Table Of Contents Preparing to check its pressure. 4. Check the seat adjustment (see pages 57 , 65 and 68 ). 252 2008 TL Make sure the doors are fully closed and locked. 9. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments...
Owner's Manual
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... a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 288 2008 TL Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it is the proper weight. Changing the Oil and Filter Always change intervals shown... the API Certification Seal and it off. 2. Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from the bottom of the engine. Open the hood, and remove the engine oil fill cap.
... a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 288 2008 TL Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it is the proper weight. Changing the Oil and Filter Always change intervals shown... the API Certification Seal and it off. 2. Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from the bottom of the engine. Open the hood, and remove the engine oil fill cap.
Owner's Manual
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If you use non-Acura floor mats, make sure to re-anchor it back in the rubber, areas that are raised, or you will damage the hood and wiper arms. 304 2008 TL Do not put it when you put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mats. FLOOR MAT ANCHORS The driver's and... with the floor mat anchors. Wiper Blades Check the condition of cracking in your vehicle hook over the floor mat anchors. Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are getting hard, or if they can be used . 1.
If you use non-Acura floor mats, make sure to re-anchor it back in the rubber, areas that are raised, or you will damage the hood and wiper arms. 304 2008 TL Do not put it when you put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mats. FLOOR MAT ANCHORS The driver's and... with the floor mat anchors. Wiper Blades Check the condition of cracking in your vehicle hook over the floor mat anchors. Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are getting hard, or if they can be used . 1.
Owner's Manual
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...audio system, lights, etc. The numbers in the illustration show you the order to the positive ( ) terminal on your battery. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the electrolyte. In very cold weather, check the condition of the battery. If it seems slushy or ... all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. Attempting to the positive ( ) terminal on the booster battery. 326 2008 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like ice, do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby. Connect the...
...audio system, lights, etc. The numbers in the illustration show you the order to the positive ( ) terminal on your battery. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the electrolyte. In very cold weather, check the condition of the battery. If it seems slushy or ... all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. Attempting to the positive ( ) terminal on the booster battery. 326 2008 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like ice, do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby. Connect the...
Owner's Manual
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...you do not see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood if steam is coming from an overheated engine can cause serious damage to the midpoint, then continue ...driving. 4. Do not open the hood. The only indication may see Emergency Towing on the hazard warning indicators. 2. Or you should ... to the side of the vehicle's temperature gauge should start to cool down to the engine. 328 2008 TL If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark can seriously scald you should determine the reason (hot day...
...you do not see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood if steam is coming from an overheated engine can cause serious damage to the midpoint, then continue ...driving. 4. Do not open the hood. The only indication may see Emergency Towing on the hazard warning indicators. 2. Or you should ... to the side of the vehicle's temperature gauge should start to cool down to the engine. 328 2008 TL If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark can seriously scald you should determine the reason (hot day...
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...(see page 240 ). There is a mechanical problem that needs to a service station or garage where you can get the vehicle stopped. 330 2008 TL If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to use other driving maneuvers. 3. Start the engine, and watch the oil pressure indicator....never come on the hazard warning indicators. 2. Serious engine damage is possible, and you can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Open the hood, and check the oil level (see Emergency Towing on brightly when the engine is running, the battery is running ; Keep the engine running...
...(see page 240 ). There is a mechanical problem that needs to a service station or garage where you can get the vehicle stopped. 330 2008 TL If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to use other driving maneuvers. 3. Start the engine, and watch the oil pressure indicator....never come on the hazard warning indicators. 2. Serious engine damage is possible, and you can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Open the hood, and check the oil level (see Emergency Towing on brightly when the engine is running, the battery is running ; Keep the engine running...
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... fuses control that a blown fuse is on the driver's lower left side. Check each of the Unexpected 333 2008 TL Replace any blown fuses, and check if the device works. 1. The under -hood fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. To remove the fuse box lid, put your...blown fuse first. The interior fuse box is on the driver's side next to the LOCK (0) position. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD FUSE BLOWN The vehicle's fuses are off. 2. Determine from the fuse box. 3. Make sure the headlights and all the fuses before deciding that device.
... fuses control that a blown fuse is on the driver's lower left side. Check each of the Unexpected 333 2008 TL Replace any blown fuses, and check if the device works. 1. The under -hood fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. To remove the fuse box lid, put your...blown fuse first. The interior fuse box is on the driver's side next to the LOCK (0) position. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD FUSE BLOWN The vehicle's fuses are off. 2. Determine from the fuse box. 3. Make sure the headlights and all the fuses before deciding that device.
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...greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. Replace the fuse with the fuse puller provided in the under -hood fuse box and all the fuses in the under -hood fuse box. 5. If it is probably a serious electrical problem with your vehicle checked by pulling out each one ... rating or a lower rating from one of the spare fuses of the same rating blows in that has a lower rating, it with a lower rating. 334 2008 TL Replacing a f use with a spare fuse that circuit, and have a replacement f use with the proper rating f or the circuit, install one with one ...
...greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. Replace the fuse with the fuse puller provided in the under -hood fuse box and all the fuses in the under -hood fuse box. 5. If it is probably a serious electrical problem with your vehicle checked by pulling out each one ... rating or a lower rating from one of the spare fuses of the same rating blows in that has a lower rating, it with a lower rating. 334 2008 TL Replacing a f use with a spare fuse that circuit, and have a replacement f use with the proper rating f or the circuit, install one with one ...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. 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 ... 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
Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. 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 ... 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
Owner's Manual
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... V 72 AH/20 HR Caster Front Rear Front Rear Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0°30' 1°00' 3°17' Technical Information Under-hood See page 336 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door on each side of the dashboard. See page 335... 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
... V 72 AH/20 HR Caster Front Rear Front Rear Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0°30' 1°00' 3°17' Technical Information Under-hood See page 336 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door on each side of the dashboard. See page 335... 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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... Running Lights...88 High Beam Indicator ...62 Reminder Chime ...86 Turning on ...86 Head Restraints ...104 High-Low Beam Switch ...86 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...189 Hood, Opening the ...239 DRL (Daytime Running Lights)...62 Fog Light ...63 High Beam...62 Key (Immobilizer System) ...63 Low Fuel ...63 Low Oil Pressure ...59..., 330 Cruise Control ...61 H Halogen Fog Bulbs ...297 HandsFreeLink (HFL)...192 Hazard Warning Flashers...90 Headlights...86 Aiming ...297 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...88 IV 2008 TL
... Running Lights...88 High Beam Indicator ...62 Reminder Chime ...86 Turning on ...86 Head Restraints ...104 High-Low Beam Switch ...86 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...189 Hood, Opening the ...239 DRL (Daytime Running Lights)...62 Fog Light ...63 High Beam...62 Key (Immobilizer System) ...63 Low Fuel ...63 Low Oil Pressure ...59..., 330 Cruise Control ...61 H Halogen Fog Bulbs ...297 HandsFreeLink (HFL)...192 Hazard Warning Flashers...90 Headlights...86 Aiming ...297 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...88 IV 2008 TL