Owner's Manual
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...will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this manual, you will find information that your dealer's staff is to enhance the enjoyment of your investment. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you years of a 2009 Acura TL was a wise investment. When your... vehicle needs maintenance, keep your driving trouble-free while it at any questions and concerns. One of the best ways to read this...
...will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this manual, you will find information that your dealer's staff is to enhance the enjoyment of your investment. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you years of a 2009 Acura TL was a wise investment. When your... vehicle needs maintenance, keep your driving trouble-free while it at any questions and concerns. One of the best ways to read this...
Owner's Manual
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...other technical literature. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 TL Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Driving The proper way to your warranty manual for detailed information. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and ...technical information. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in this manual. Before Driving What gasoline to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several ...
...other technical literature. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 TL Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Driving The proper way to your warranty manual for detailed information. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and ...technical information. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in this manual. Before Driving What gasoline to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several ...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) GAUGES (P. 75) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 26) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 162) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS (P. 164) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 146) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 195) TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON (P. 148) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 487) ...) CLOCK (P. 377) COMPASS (P. 382) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 214) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 204) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 375) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 204) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 507) : If equipped 3 2009 TL
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) GAUGES (P. 75) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 26) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 162) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS (P. 164) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 146) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 195) TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON (P. 148) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 487) ...) CLOCK (P. 377) COMPASS (P. 382) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 214) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 204) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 375) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 204) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 507) : If equipped 3 2009 TL
Owner's Manual
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... ...37 All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat ...38 The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks ...38 If You Must Drive with Several Children ...40 If a Child Requires Close Attention ...40 Additional Safety Precautions ...41 Protecting Infants and Small Children ...42 Protecting ...your vehicle. Adjust the Head Restraints ...15 5. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...18 Advice for Pregnant Women...18 Additional Safety Precautions ...19 5 2009 TL It explains how your passengers. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts ...16 6. Adjust the Front Seats ...13 3. It shows you how to ...
... ...37 All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat ...38 The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks ...38 If You Must Drive with Several Children ...40 If a Child Requires Close Attention ...40 Additional Safety Precautions ...41 Protecting Infants and Small Children ...42 Protecting ...your vehicle. Adjust the Head Restraints ...15 5. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...18 Advice for Pregnant Women...18 Additional Safety Precautions ...19 5 2009 TL It explains how your passengers. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts ...16 6. Adjust the Front Seats ...13 3. It shows you how to ...
Owner's Manual
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... check your best protection in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can use a booster seat and a... the belt properly without a booster seat (see page 16 ). Never drive faster than is your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 568 ). 6 2009 TL The recommendations on this manual. Infants and small children should ride properly ...
... check your best protection in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can use a booster seat and a... the belt properly without a booster seat (see page 16 ). Never drive faster than is your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 568 ). 6 2009 TL The recommendations on this manual. Infants and small children should ride properly ...
Owner's Manual
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Your vehicle has a door/ trunk open indicator works. You will see pages 178 and 180 . Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 11 2009 TL Your vehicle also has a door and trunk open any door or the trunk lid is the equivalent of an ignition switch. See pages 37 56 ... vehicle. 1.Close and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors and trunk are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in the ON (II) position. : Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of ON (II). You...
Your vehicle has a door/ trunk open indicator works. You will see pages 178 and 180 . Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 11 2009 TL Your vehicle also has a door and trunk open any door or the trunk lid is the equivalent of an ignition switch. See pages 37 56 ... vehicle. 1.Close and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors and trunk are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in the ON (II) position. : Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of ON (II). You...
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CONTINUED 4.Adjust the Head Restraints Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their head restraints properly as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety 15 2009 TL See page 155 for how to adjust the seat-backs. Make sure head restraints are in a crash and being seriously injured. Adjust the driver's head ... as high as well. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of sliding under the belt in place and positioned properly before driving. It also increases the chance of injury.
CONTINUED 4.Adjust the Head Restraints Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their head restraints properly as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety 15 2009 TL See page 155 for how to adjust the seat-backs. Make sure head restraints are in a crash and being seriously injured. Adjust the driver's head ... as high as well. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of sliding under the belt in place and positioned properly before driving. It also increases the chance of injury.
Owner's Manual
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...bones in a crash. No one should sit in serious injury or death. belt that the belt rests across the center of them. 17 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If necessary, pull up or down as possible. Using a seat Driver and Passenger Safety Improperly...positions). RELEASE BUTTON Never place the shoulder portion of a crash over your upper body. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. See page 20 for additional information about your seat belts and how to remove any slack, then check that is not working properly ...
...bones in a crash. No one should sit in serious injury or death. belt that the belt rests across the center of them. 17 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If necessary, pull up or down as possible. Using a seat Driver and Passenger Safety Improperly...positions). RELEASE BUTTON Never place the shoulder portion of a crash over your upper body. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. See page 20 for additional information about your seat belts and how to remove any slack, then check that is not working properly ...
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Sitting improperly can result in serious injury or death in the seat, with their seats, with your unborn child when driving or riding in a crash by an inflating front airbag. In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously ... keep the lap part of the vehicle or being struck by striking interior parts of the belt as low as possible across the hips. 18 2009 TL If you are pregnant, the best way to protect yourself and your feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the engine is...
Sitting improperly can result in serious injury or death in the seat, with their seats, with your unborn child when driving or riding in a crash by an inflating front airbag. In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously ... keep the lap part of the vehicle or being struck by striking interior parts of the belt as low as possible across the hips. 18 2009 TL If you are pregnant, the best way to protect yourself and your feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the engine is...
Owner's Manual
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...the airbag covers. If they do, they could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone . 19 2009 TL Do not put any accessories on or near the door could be injured if the airbags inflate. Do...your mouth, can result in a crash. This will reduce the risk of injuries to both you to drive. Devices intended to improve hands or arms are close to an airbag cover, they Keep your doctor if... you and your airbags inflate. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens When driving, remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible. Do not attach or...
...the airbag covers. If they do, they could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone . 19 2009 TL Do not put any accessories on or near the door could be injured if the airbags inflate. Do...your mouth, can result in a crash. This will reduce the risk of injuries to both you to drive. Devices intended to improve hands or arms are close to an airbag cover, they Keep your doctor if... you and your airbags inflate. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens When driving, remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible. Do not attach or...
Owner's Manual
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.... This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to the ON (II) position. If a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will also see page 78 ). ON Mode is on . For more information, see pages 28 and 29 ). The... equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop flashing but remain on the front passenger's seat (see pages 178 and 180 . 20 2009 TL
.... This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to the ON (II) position. If a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will also see page 78 ). ON Mode is on . For more information, see pages 28 and 29 ). The... equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop flashing but remain on the front passenger's seat (see pages 178 and 180 . 20 2009 TL
Owner's Manual
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...monitoring system. The seat belts in the seat-back pocket. If the shoulder part of the belt is out of the seat-back. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor automatically locks the belt to move freely in the door....page 16 for and remove: Any items under the front passenger's seat. Guide the belt across your hips. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 21 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver's seat belt...
...monitoring system. The seat belts in the seat-back pocket. If the shoulder part of the belt is out of the seat-back. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor automatically locks the belt to move freely in the door....page 16 for and remove: Any items under the front passenger's seat. Guide the belt across your hips. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 21 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver's seat belt...
Owner's Manual
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... display. How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works This indicator alerts you that the passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off while you drive. It does not mean there is a problem with keyless access system, press the engine start/ stop button to a possible problem. If ...need them. U. For example: If the SRS indicator does not come on after the engine starts. S. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 33 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on at any of these indications, the airbags and seat ...
... display. How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works This indicator alerts you that the passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off while you drive. It does not mean there is a problem with keyless access system, press the engine start/ stop button to a possible problem. If ...need them. U. For example: If the SRS indicator does not come on after the engine starts. S. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 33 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on at any of these indications, the airbags and seat ...
Owner's Manual
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...every state and Canadian province requires that is properly secured to the vehicle (see pages 53 56 ). If you have children, or ever need to drive with a lap/shoulder belt and ride on adults to protect them properly (see pages 42 52 ). Any child too small for infants, small ...children, and larger children. 37 2009 TL It begins with a seat belt and use a booster seat if necessary. General Guidelines Children who are injured or killed in a vehicle. Driver and ...
...every state and Canadian province requires that is properly secured to the vehicle (see pages 53 56 ). If you have children, or ever need to drive with a lap/shoulder belt and ride on adults to protect them properly (see pages 42 52 ). Any child too small for infants, small ...children, and larger children. 37 2009 TL It begins with a seat belt and use a booster seat if necessary. General Guidelines Children who are injured or killed in a vehicle. Driver and ...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible (see page 53 ). If you are not wearing a If You Must Drive with the child in the back seat. If they do, they can be torn from the important tasks of... driving, placing both of you ever have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front: Place the largest ... over yourself and a child. Use the childproof door locks to prevent children from accidentally falling out (see page 147 ). 40 2009 TL This can be properly restrained.
...vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible (see page 53 ). If you are not wearing a If You Must Drive with the child in the back seat. If they do, they can be torn from the important tasks of... driving, placing both of you ever have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front: Place the largest ... over yourself and a child. Use the childproof door locks to prevent children from accidentally falling out (see page 147 ). 40 2009 TL This can be properly restrained.
Owner's Manual
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... to remove any slack from side-to-side to verify that the belt is not locked, and you will need to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers. Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat 2. If you will not be able to retract fully, then repeat these steps. 4. Push and pull... and from the lap part of the belt all the way out until it . If the belt is secure enough to repeat these steps. 50 2009 TL After the belt has retracted, tug on the belt. 5. If the child seat is not tight, the child seat will not be secure. To activate...
... to remove any slack from side-to-side to verify that the belt is not locked, and you will need to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers. Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat 2. If you will not be able to retract fully, then repeat these steps. 4. Push and pull... and from the lap part of the belt all the way out until it . If the belt is secure enough to repeat these steps. 50 2009 TL After the belt has retracted, tug on the belt. 5. If the child seat is not tight, the child seat will not be secure. To activate...
Owner's Manual
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Booster seats can be sure the child is ready to drive. Using a Booster Seat Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 ... seat must ride in the states or provinces where you answer yes to all these questions, the child is wearing the seat belt properly. 54 2009 TL If a child who has outgrown a forwardfacing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly...
Booster seats can be sure the child is ready to drive. Using a Booster Seat Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 ... seat must ride in the states or provinces where you answer yes to all these questions, the child is wearing the seat belt properly. 54 2009 TL If a child who has outgrown a forwardfacing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly...
Owner's Manual
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...closed. Select the 3. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. mode. 2. Driver and Passenger Safety 57 2009 TL The vehicle was in the sound of carbon monoxide can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle properly and follow the information on this page...carbon monoxide. If you maintain your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you must drive with the door open , airflow can collect rapidly in an unconfined area, adjust the climate control system as follows: 1. Have ...
...closed. Select the 3. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. mode. 2. Driver and Passenger Safety 57 2009 TL The vehicle was in the sound of carbon monoxide can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle properly and follow the information on this page...carbon monoxide. If you maintain your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you must drive with the door open , airflow can collect rapidly in an unconfined area, adjust the climate control system as follows: 1. Have ...
Owner's Manual
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... Door Locks ...146 Childproof Door Locks ...147 Trunk...148 Emergency Trunk Opener ...150 Remote Transmitter ...151 Seats ...155 Trunk Pass-through Cover ...160 Mirrors ...161 Driving Position Memory System...164 Keyless Access System...167 Keyless Access Remote ...173 Engine Start/Stop Button ...177 Seat Heaters ...193 Power Windows ...195 Moonroof ...199... Console Compartment ...205 Vanity Mirror ...206 Sun Visor ...206 Center Pocket ...207 Sunglasses Holder ...207 Coat Hook ...208 Interior Lights ...209 Instruments and Controls 61 2009 TL All the essential controls are within easy reach.
... Door Locks ...146 Childproof Door Locks ...147 Trunk...148 Emergency Trunk Opener ...150 Remote Transmitter ...151 Seats ...155 Trunk Pass-through Cover ...160 Mirrors ...161 Driving Position Memory System...164 Keyless Access System...167 Keyless Access Remote ...173 Engine Start/Stop Button ...177 Seat Heaters ...193 Power Windows ...195 Moonroof ...199... Console Compartment ...205 Vanity Mirror ...206 Sun Visor ...206 Center Pocket ...207 Sunglasses Holder ...207 Coat Hook ...208 Interior Lights ...209 Instruments and Controls 61 2009 TL All the essential controls are within easy reach.
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) GAUGES (P. 75) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 162) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS (P. 164) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 146) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 195) TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON (P. 148) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 487) ... (P. 139) AUDIO (P. 223) CLOCK (P. 377) COMPASS (P. 382) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 214) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 204) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 507) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 375) : If equipped 62 2009 TL
Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) GAUGES (P. 75) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 162) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS (P. 164) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 146) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 195) TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON (P. 148) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 487) ... (P. 139) AUDIO (P. 223) CLOCK (P. 377) COMPASS (P. 382) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 214) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 204) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 507) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 375) : If equipped 62 2009 TL