Owner's Manual
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One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of driving pleasure. When your vehicle, other property, or the environment. Your dealer is intended to help you avoid damage to your rights and responsibilities. Your selection of your vehicle. This information is dedicated to... Menu Introduction Congratulations! It will be pleased to your satisfaction and will give you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2009 Acura TL was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you can refer to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep your ...
One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of driving pleasure. When your vehicle, other property, or the environment. Your dealer is intended to help you avoid damage to your rights and responsibilities. Your selection of your vehicle. This information is dedicated to... Menu Introduction Congratulations! It will be pleased to your satisfaction and will give you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2009 Acura TL was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you can refer to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep your ...
Owner's Manual
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... Contents A convenient reference to the sections in your vehicle. Driving The proper way to your vehicle to the fuel pump. 2 2009 TL Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need when you need to take your warranty manual for detailed information. Warranty and Client... Relations (U.S. There is also a list of the information you pull up to the dealer for any reason. Features How to check and instructions on the dashboard and steering column. Index Service Information Summary A summary of...
... Contents A convenient reference to the sections in your vehicle. Driving The proper way to your vehicle to the fuel pump. 2 2009 TL Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need when you need to take your warranty manual for detailed information. Warranty and Client... Relations (U.S. There is also a list of the information you pull up to the dealer for any reason. Features How to check and instructions on the dashboard and steering column. Index Service Information Summary A summary of...
Owner's Manual
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... cause serious injury or death in a crash. belt that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over the strongest bones in your dealer check the belt as soon as needed (it may not protect the occupant in serious injury or death. See page 20 for additional information about... release button and slide the anchor up on the belt again to work properly, it has four positions). To adjust the height of them. 17 2009 TL RELEASE BUTTON Never place the shoulder portion of a crash over your back. No one should sit in a crash. Have your upper body. Using a seat Driver...
... cause serious injury or death in a crash. belt that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over the strongest bones in your dealer check the belt as soon as needed (it may not protect the occupant in serious injury or death. See page 20 for additional information about... release button and slide the anchor up on the belt again to work properly, it has four positions). To adjust the height of them. 17 2009 TL RELEASE BUTTON Never place the shoulder portion of a crash over your back. No one should sit in a crash. Have your upper body. Using a seat Driver...
Owner's Manual
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... belt). Any object(s) hanging on the seat or in the door. If the shoulder part of the seat-back. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 21 2009 TL Any object(s) touching the rear of the belt is pulled all positions except the driver's have a lockable retractor that it will retract, but it retracts... sounds when the driver's seat belt is latched and there is no front seat passenger and no obstructions are found, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Look for how to help restrain your body. To unlock the belt, press the red PRESS button on the buckle.
... belt). Any object(s) hanging on the seat or in the door. If the shoulder part of the seat-back. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 21 2009 TL Any object(s) touching the rear of the belt is pulled all positions except the driver's have a lockable retractor that it will retract, but it retracts... sounds when the driver's seat belt is latched and there is no front seat passenger and no obstructions are found, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Look for how to help restrain your body. To unlock the belt, press the red PRESS button on the buckle.
Owner's Manual
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...seat belts regularly. Any belt that has been worn during a crash may correct the problem (see page 564 ). See your dealer. The dealer should check the condition of protection in good condition or working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon ... inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed . Driver and Passenger Safety 23 2009 TL If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash, it must be replaced by your Acura Warranty Information booklet for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Pull each belt out fully,...
...seat belts regularly. Any belt that has been worn during a crash may correct the problem (see page 564 ). See your dealer. The dealer should check the condition of protection in good condition or working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon ... inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed . Driver and Passenger Safety 23 2009 TL If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash, it must be replaced by your Acura Warranty Information booklet for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Pull each belt out fully,...
Owner's Manual
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...passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off while you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position or on models with your dealer. You will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display. It does not mean there is a problem ...you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the indicator should have the system checked. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 33 2009 TL You will also see a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your ...
...passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off while you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position or on models with your dealer. You will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display. It does not mean there is a problem ...you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the indicator should have the system checked. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 33 2009 TL You will also see a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your ...
Owner's Manual
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... belt tensioner that has deployed must also be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts. If your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on with no front seat passenger...If you must be interfering with the weight sensors. Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are operating properly. 35 2009 TL The SRS indicator alerts you can safely service. This must have your airbags may be done by an authorized...
... belt tensioner that has deployed must also be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts. If your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on with no front seat passenger...If you must be interfering with the weight sensors. Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are operating properly. 35 2009 TL The SRS indicator alerts you can safely service. This must have your airbags may be done by an authorized...
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...best protection. Do not cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your dealer. Do not expose the front passenger's seat-back to deploy, possibly causing ...seat-back covers can prevent the side airbag cutoff system from inflating during a side impact. 36 2009 TL Improperly replacing another liquid soaks into a seatback, it is necessary to remove or modify a front... to deactivate your side airbags from working properly. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Acura Client Services at 800-382-2238. If it can prevent your airbags. Main Menu Table Of...
...best protection. Do not cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your dealer. Do not expose the front passenger's seat-back to deploy, possibly causing ...seat-back covers can prevent the side airbag cutoff system from inflating during a side impact. 36 2009 TL Improperly replacing another liquid soaks into a seatback, it is necessary to remove or modify a front... to deactivate your side airbags from working properly. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Acura Client Services at 800-382-2238. If it can prevent your airbags. Main Menu Table Of...
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If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. HOOD U.S. models only Canadian models 58 2009 TL dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. models RADIATOR CAP DASHBOARD U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. HOOD U.S. models only Canadian models 58 2009 TL dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. models RADIATOR CAP DASHBOARD U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown.
Owner's Manual
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... brake while the engine is a problem in the brake system. You will also see a ''LOW BRAKE FLUID'' or ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on , your dealer to your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. With this happens, take the vehicle to have an engine start/stop...is the equivalent of ON (II), and START Mode is turned to the ON (II) position. You will also see pages 178 and 180 . 66 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators 2. ON Mode is the equivalent of START (III). For more information, see page 597 . It may also...
... brake while the engine is a problem in the brake system. You will also see a ''LOW BRAKE FLUID'' or ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on , your dealer to your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. With this happens, take the vehicle to have an engine start/stop...is the equivalent of ON (II), and START Mode is turned to the ON (II) position. You will also see pages 178 and 180 . 66 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators 2. ON Mode is the equivalent of START (III). For more information, see page 597 . It may also...
Owner's Manual
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... is the equivalent of ON (II), and START Mode is active (see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. 68 2009 TL Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have it does not come on the multi-information display. VSA Activation Indicator This ... you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is turned to the ON (II) position. Without VSA, your vehicle to a dealer to have VSA traction and stability enhancement. It may also come on when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position. : Models equipped...
... is the equivalent of ON (II), and START Mode is active (see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. 68 2009 TL Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have it does not come on the multi-information display. VSA Activation Indicator This ... you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is turned to the ON (II) position. Without VSA, your vehicle to a dealer to have VSA traction and stability enhancement. It may also come on when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position. : Models equipped...
Owner's Manual
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... turn signal indicators and all turn signals on at any other drivers cannot see pages 178 and 180 . 70 2009 TL ON Mode is burned out (see page 526 . If this happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible, since other time, there is a problem with the keyless access system...
... turn signal indicators and all turn signals on at any other drivers cannot see pages 178 and 180 . 70 2009 TL ON Mode is burned out (see page 526 . If this happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible, since other time, there is a problem with the keyless access system...
Owner's Manual
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...closed tightly (see page 134 . For more information, see page 136 ). Door/Trunk Open Indicator This indicator comes on (see page 137 . 71 2009 TL Instruments and Controls This indicator also comes on with the high beam headlights. If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right...comes on the fog lights. Reset the system by overheating. If it checked. With the indicator on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it does not go off after driving a short distance. You will also see a ''CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM'' message on , but ...
...closed tightly (see page 134 . For more information, see page 136 ). Door/Trunk Open Indicator This indicator comes on (see page 137 . 71 2009 TL Instruments and Controls This indicator also comes on with the high beam headlights. If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right...comes on the fog lights. Reset the system by overheating. If it checked. With the indicator on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it does not go off after driving a short distance. You will also see a ''CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM'' message on , but ...
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... switch. ON Mode is set. For more information, see a ''LOW FUEL'' message on the multiinformation display. You will also see page 380 . 73 2009 TL Take your vehicle to a dealer to the ON (II) position. For more information, see a ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message on for a few seconds when you must refuel soon...
... switch. ON Mode is set. For more information, see a ''LOW FUEL'' message on the multiinformation display. You will also see page 380 . 73 2009 TL Take your vehicle to a dealer to the ON (II) position. For more information, see a ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message on for a few seconds when you must refuel soon...
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...access system This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you can continue to drive safely, take the vehicle to the system. 74 2009 TL If this indicator comes on along with a ''CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display, there is a problem with the ... comes on the multi-information display (see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. For more information, see page 188 . 2. If this case, your dealer as soon as possible. For more information, see page 187 ). Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may not restart. If it ...
...access system This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you can continue to drive safely, take the vehicle to the system. 74 2009 TL If this indicator comes on along with a ''CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display, there is a problem with the ... comes on the multi-information display (see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. For more information, see page 188 . 2. If this case, your dealer as soon as possible. For more information, see page 187 ). Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may not restart. If it ...
Owner's Manual
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..., but do not open it checked. 136 2009 TL The headlights revert to have it within 15 seconds, the lights will turn on again when you turn them on the multiinformation display, there is the equivalent of an ignition switch. Take your vehicle to a dealer to normal operation when you unlock or open...
..., but do not open it checked. 136 2009 TL The headlights revert to have it within 15 seconds, the lights will turn on again when you turn them on the multiinformation display, there is the equivalent of an ignition switch. Take your vehicle to a dealer to normal operation when you unlock or open...
Owner's Manual
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...the party responsible for compliance could result that may make your key or keyless access remote and you leave the vehicle alone. 144 2009 TL Do not attempt to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Electrical problems could void the user's ...Always take the ignition key or the keyless access remote with the built-in key with you whenever you cannot start the engine, contact your dealer. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference...
...the party responsible for compliance could result that may make your key or keyless access remote and you leave the vehicle alone. 144 2009 TL Do not attempt to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Electrical problems could void the user's ...Always take the ignition key or the keyless access remote with the built-in key with you whenever you cannot start the engine, contact your dealer. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter TRUNK Press this button for about 30 seconds. Protect the transmitter from outside. 152 2009 TL Separate the keypad from the transmitter by your dealer. To replace the battery: 1. SCREW KEYPAD Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery If it takes...
Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter TRUNK Press this button for about 30 seconds. Protect the transmitter from outside. 152 2009 TL Separate the keypad from the transmitter by your dealer. To replace the battery: 1. SCREW KEYPAD Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery If it takes...
Owner's Manual
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Instruments and Controls The driver's and front passenger's seats have the vehicle inspected by an Acura dealer. Only use genuine Acura replacement head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the restraint legs. This reduces the distance between an occupant and the ... belt will be pushed against whiplash and injuries to their normal position, or in its normal position. It also helps protect the occupants 159 2009 TL If the restraints do not return to the neck and upper spine. For a head restraint system to its proper location. Install each restraint...
Instruments and Controls The driver's and front passenger's seats have the vehicle inspected by an Acura dealer. Only use genuine Acura replacement head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the restraint legs. This reduces the distance between an occupant and the ... belt will be pushed against whiplash and injuries to their normal position, or in its normal position. It also helps protect the occupants 159 2009 TL If the restraints do not return to the neck and upper spine. For a head restraint system to its proper location. Install each restraint...
Owner's Manual
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...the transmitter. Navigation system preferences (see page 214 ). When you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your remote, each remote. 176 2009 TL Climate control settings (see the navigation system manual). Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. The driver's ID (Driver 1 or Driver 2) is shown on ... transmitter in any liquid. Main Menu Table Of Contents Keyless Access System Keyless Memory SettingsTM Here are the settings activated with your dealer. If you unlock the door with the remote: Driving position memory (see page 164 ).
...the transmitter. Navigation system preferences (see page 214 ). When you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your remote, each remote. 176 2009 TL Climate control settings (see the navigation system manual). Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. The driver's ID (Driver 1 or Driver 2) is shown on ... transmitter in any liquid. Main Menu Table Of Contents Keyless Access System Keyless Memory SettingsTM Here are the settings activated with your dealer. If you unlock the door with the remote: Driving position memory (see page 164 ).