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Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 73) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE ... 595) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 64, 596) DOOR/TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P. 71) Instruments and Controls SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 64) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P. 68) SH-AWD INDICATOR (P. 73) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 68) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P. 71) : If equipped LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P. 72) KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM INDICATOR ...
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 73) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE ... 595) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 64, 596) DOOR/TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P. 71) Instruments and Controls SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 64) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P. 68) SH-AWD INDICATOR (P. 73) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 68) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P. 71) : If equipped LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P. 72) KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM INDICATOR ...
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...of START (III). For more information, see pages 178 and 180 . You will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. 68 2009 TL You will also see page 523 ). 3. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II), and START Mode is active (see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message ... Assist (on the multi-information display. If it comes on and stays on at any other time, or it checked. It comes on SH-AWD models only) system. Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. Main Menu Table Of ...
...of START (III). For more information, see pages 178 and 180 . You will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. 68 2009 TL You will also see page 523 ). 3. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II), and START Mode is active (see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message ... Assist (on the multi-information display. If it comes on and stays on at any other time, or it checked. It comes on SH-AWD models only) system. Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. Main Menu Table Of ...
Owner's Manual
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... Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator When the needle reaches E, there is set. You will also see page 380 . 73 2009 TL For more information, see a ''LOW FUEL'' message on when the security system is a very small amount of an ignition switch. model is... to the ON (II) position. It comes on , there are about 2.5 U.S. Security System Indicator Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator On SH-AWD models LOW FUEL INDICATOR U.S. For more information, see page 518 ). This indicator is shown. If this indicator comes on the multi-information ...
... Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator When the needle reaches E, there is set. You will also see page 380 . 73 2009 TL For more information, see a ''LOW FUEL'' message on when the security system is a very small amount of an ignition switch. model is... to the ON (II) position. It comes on , there are about 2.5 U.S. Security System Indicator Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator On SH-AWD models LOW FUEL INDICATOR U.S. For more information, see page 518 ). This indicator is shown. If this indicator comes on the multi-information ...
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... If this indicator comes on along with a ''CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM'' message on at any other time, it is safe, shift to the system. 74 2009 TL If this case, your vehicle may cause serious damage to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Keyless Access System Indicator... system This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you can continue to drive safely, take the vehicle to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may not restart. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer and have it comes on the multi-information display, there is too high...
... If this indicator comes on along with a ''CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM'' message on at any other time, it is safe, shift to the system. 74 2009 TL If this case, your vehicle may cause serious damage to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Keyless Access System Indicator... system This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you can continue to drive safely, take the vehicle to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may not restart. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer and have it comes on the multi-information display, there is too high...
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... (See page 81.) Outside Temperature (See page 84.) Trip Meter (See page 81.) Trip Computer (See page 82.) Engine Oil Life (See page 84.) SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor (See page 86.) 2 Tire Pressure for each tire (See page 85.) Keyless Memory SettingsTM (See page 91.) : Press the INFO button ( / ). (See... page 86.) : Press the SEL/RESET button. 1 : On models without navigation system only This display will be shown when the Bluetooth HandsFreeLink is shown. 80 2009 TL model is activated. 2 : SH-AWD models only HFL 1 U.S.
... (See page 81.) Outside Temperature (See page 84.) Trip Meter (See page 81.) Trip Computer (See page 82.) Engine Oil Life (See page 84.) SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor (See page 86.) 2 Tire Pressure for each tire (See page 85.) Keyless Memory SettingsTM (See page 91.) : Press the INFO button ( / ). (See... page 86.) : Press the SEL/RESET button. 1 : On models without navigation system only This display will be shown when the Bluetooth HandsFreeLink is shown. 80 2009 TL model is activated. 2 : SH-AWD models only HFL 1 U.S.
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models) or liter/100 km (Canadian models) since you last reset Trip A or Trip B. model is shown. 82 2009 TL U.S. See page 80 for how to SH-AWD monitor (if equipped) or tire pressure monitor. You can customize the Trip A and AVG. FUEL A reset condition on the multi-information display (see page 101 ). : ...
models) or liter/100 km (Canadian models) since you last reset Trip A or Trip B. model is shown. 82 2009 TL U.S. See page 80 for how to SH-AWD monitor (if equipped) or tire pressure monitor. You can customize the Trip A and AVG. FUEL A reset condition on the multi-information display (see page 101 ). : ...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor SH-AWD models only Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To use the system, your cell phone. 86 2009 TL U.S. model is shown. On models without navigation system This monitor shows how much torque is being delivered to receive or make ... U.S. On models with this system. For more information, see page 422 ). You can receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura.com/handsfreelink website. model is shown. Refer to page 392 for instructions on the navigation screen (see page 517 .
Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor SH-AWD models only Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To use the system, your cell phone. 86 2009 TL U.S. model is shown. On models without navigation system This monitor shows how much torque is being delivered to receive or make ... U.S. On models with this system. For more information, see page 422 ). You can receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura.com/handsfreelink website. model is shown. Refer to page 392 for instructions on the navigation screen (see page 517 .
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See page 136 See page 527 On models without keyless access system See page 70 Instruments and Controls Canada See page 504 On models with See page 518 SH-AWD model only See page 528 See page 528 U.S. model shown keyless access system See page 506 See page 507 See page 73 See page 488 See page 518 SH-AWD model only See page 536 See page 537 See page 538 CONTINUED See page 529 See page 529 U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display U.S. model shown 89 2009 TL
See page 136 See page 527 On models without keyless access system See page 70 Instruments and Controls Canada See page 504 On models with See page 518 SH-AWD model only See page 528 See page 528 U.S. model shown keyless access system See page 506 See page 507 See page 73 See page 488 See page 518 SH-AWD model only See page 536 See page 537 See page 538 CONTINUED See page 529 See page 529 U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display U.S. model shown 89 2009 TL
Owner's Manual
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... equivalent of an ignition switch. Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Canadian SH-AWD models only Headlight Washers Canadian SH-AWD models only HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 132 2009 TL For more information, see Headlight Washers section in the next column.
... equivalent of an ignition switch. Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Canadian SH-AWD models only Headlight Washers Canadian SH-AWD models only HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 132 2009 TL For more information, see Headlight Washers section in the next column.
Owner's Manual
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... the Engine (Models with Keyless Access System) ...505 Automatic Transmission...507 Driving with the Paddle Shifters ...512 Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System ...517 Parking ...519 Braking System...520 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...521 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (...ESC), System ...523 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...526 Towing a Trailer ...531 Towing Your Vehicle ...531 Driving 501 2009 TL Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH...
... the Engine (Models with Keyless Access System) ...505 Automatic Transmission...507 Driving with the Paddle Shifters ...512 Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System ...517 Parking ...519 Braking System...520 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...521 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (...ESC), System ...523 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...526 Towing a Trailer ...531 Towing Your Vehicle ...531 Driving 501 2009 TL Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH...
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... (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR) has its own torque indicator. Driving TORQUE INDICATOR U.S. This is shown. The SH-AWD torque distribution monitor on level roads at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient margin of safety. When there is only a slight change in all... to drive and corner at the same speed, the torque distribution monitor may stop displaying the amount of torque. CONTINUED 517 2009 TL SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor TORQUE INDICATOR Each torque indicator is displayed as cruising on the multi-information display shows you the amount of ...
... (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR) has its own torque indicator. Driving TORQUE INDICATOR U.S. This is shown. The SH-AWD torque distribution monitor on level roads at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient margin of safety. When there is only a slight change in all... to drive and corner at the same speed, the torque distribution monitor may stop displaying the amount of torque. CONTINUED 517 2009 TL SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor TORQUE INDICATOR Each torque indicator is displayed as cruising on the multi-information display shows you the amount of ...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System checked. Your vehicle still has normal frontwheel drive with the SH-AWD system. 518 2009 TL HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display, there is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out.... You will also see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. If this happens, pull to have...
Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System checked. Your vehicle still has normal frontwheel drive with the SH-AWD system. 518 2009 TL HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display, there is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out.... You will also see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. If this happens, pull to have...
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... malfunction. Hill start assist feature to help prevent the vehicle from rolling on a very steep or slippery slope. Hill Start Assist On models with SH-AWD Your vehicle is equipped with a hill start assist may cause the VSA to the accelerator. Driving 525...
... malfunction. Hill start assist feature to help prevent the vehicle from rolling on a very steep or slippery slope. Hill Start Assist On models with SH-AWD Your vehicle is equipped with a hill start assist may cause the VSA to the accelerator. Driving 525...
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... at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Adjust the valves during service 3 if they are noisy. 5 6 2 : SH-AWD only 544 2009 TL Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have the differential fluid changed at very low vehicle speeds results...
... at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Adjust the valves during service 3 if they are noisy. 5 6 2 : SH-AWD only 544 2009 TL Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have the differential fluid changed at very low vehicle speeds results...
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... tires that are more likely to fail from road hazards, and wear unevenly. Your vehicle is equipped with high performance tires and SH-AWD TECH HPT models However, these tires are more prone to be replaced. These tires have a high-traction compound and tread pattern to ...vehicle ride more harshly, are excessively worn or improperly inflated can be seriously hurt or killed. SH-AWD model with high performance all instructions in most driving conditions. 568 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be installed for ...
... tires that are more likely to fail from road hazards, and wear unevenly. Your vehicle is equipped with high performance tires and SH-AWD TECH HPT models However, these tires are more prone to be replaced. These tires have a high-traction compound and tread pattern to ...vehicle ride more harshly, are excessively worn or improperly inflated can be seriously hurt or killed. SH-AWD model with high performance all instructions in most driving conditions. 568 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be installed for ...
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... Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Canadian SH-AWD and SH-AWD TECH models Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 37 psi (255 kPa , 2.55 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , Rear: 2.2 kgf... tires and SH-AWD TECH HPT models Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , Rear: 2.2 kgf/cm ) P245/45R18 96V P245/45R18 96V P245/50R17 98V U.S. For additional technical information, see page 518 . 245/40ZR19 94Y 570 2009 TL TL and TECH...
... Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Canadian SH-AWD and SH-AWD TECH models Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 37 psi (255 kPa , 2.55 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , Rear: 2.2 kgf... tires and SH-AWD TECH HPT models Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , Rear: 2.2 kgf/cm ) P245/45R18 96V P245/45R18 96V P245/50R17 98V U.S. For additional technical information, see page 518 . 245/40ZR19 94Y 570 2009 TL TL and TECH...
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... across the tread. You should look for damage, foreign objects, and wear. When the tread wears down, you will see fabric or cord. Maintenance 571 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires High Speed Driving We strongly recommend that you do not, excessive heat can build up and cause sudden tire... failure. SH-AWD and SH-AWD TECH models Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for High Speed Driving Front: 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , Rear: 2.2 kgf...
... across the tread. You should look for damage, foreign objects, and wear. When the tread wears down, you will see fabric or cord. Maintenance 571 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires High Speed Driving We strongly recommend that you do not, excessive heat can build up and cause sudden tire... failure. SH-AWD and SH-AWD TECH models Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for High Speed Driving Front: 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , Rear: 2.2 kgf...
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...For more information, consult your vehicle has limited tire clearance, we strongly recommend using this Quality Chain Corp. SH-AWD Models 18 x 8.0 J (TPMS) 19 x 8.0 J (TPMS) On Canadian SH-AWD Models Snow Tires If you should install snow tires or tire chains. Check with summer tires, be aware that ...chain: 18 x 8.0 J (TPMS) Tires: On 2WD Models Maintenance P245/50R17 98V On U.S. SH-AWD Models P245/45R18 96V 245/40ZR19 94Y On Canadian SH-AWD Models P245/45R18 96V : If equipped 575 2009 TL They may be required by snow tires on all four wheels. Mount snow tires on dry roads...
...For more information, consult your vehicle has limited tire clearance, we strongly recommend using this Quality Chain Corp. SH-AWD Models 18 x 8.0 J (TPMS) 19 x 8.0 J (TPMS) On Canadian SH-AWD Models Snow Tires If you should install snow tires or tire chains. Check with summer tires, be aware that ...chain: 18 x 8.0 J (TPMS) Tires: On 2WD Models Maintenance P245/50R17 98V On U.S. SH-AWD Models P245/45R18 96V 245/40ZR19 94Y On Canadian SH-AWD Models P245/45R18 96V : If equipped 575 2009 TL They may be required by snow tires on all four wheels. Mount snow tires on dry roads...
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... A 3 30 A 4 40 A 5 6 30 A 30 A Circuits Protected Battery Passenger's Side Fuse Box EPS ABS/VSA MTR ABS/VSA Passenger's Side Fuse Box Option Headlight Washer SH-AWD No. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 50 A 40 A 30 A 60 A 40 A 30 A 30 A 30 ... 2 Driver's Side Fuse Box Main Fan Motor Driver's Side Light Main Wiper Motor Passenger's Side Light Main 1 2 1 : On SH-AWD models only 2 : On 2WD models only CONTINUED 603 2009 TL Amps. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 40 A Circuits Protected Rear Defroster ...
... A 3 30 A 4 40 A 5 6 30 A 30 A Circuits Protected Battery Passenger's Side Fuse Box EPS ABS/VSA MTR ABS/VSA Passenger's Side Fuse Box Option Headlight Washer SH-AWD No. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 50 A 40 A 30 A 60 A 40 A 30 A 30 A 30 ... 2 Driver's Side Fuse Box Main Fan Motor Driver's Side Light Main Wiper Motor Passenger's Side Light Main 1 2 1 : On SH-AWD models only 2 : On 2WD models only CONTINUED 603 2009 TL Amps. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 40 A Circuits Protected Rear Defroster ...
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... Headlight Low Beam Not Used No. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver's side No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Circuits Protected Not Used SH-AWD Washer Wiper ODS ABS/VSA Not Used Starter Relay 7.5 A 20 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A : If equipped 604...
... Headlight Low Beam Not Used No. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver's side No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Circuits Protected Not Used SH-AWD Washer Wiper ODS ABS/VSA Not Used Starter Relay 7.5 A 20 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A : If equipped 604...