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Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 131) NAVIGATION DISPLAY 3 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 34) FOG LIGHTS (P. 133, 137) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 139) PADDLE SHIFTERS CENTER DISPLAY (P. 215, 278) (P. 512) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON (P. 139/163) ENGINE START/ INSTRUMENT PANEL ...-INFORMATION DISPLAY BUTTONS (P. 78) 1 : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 2 : If equipped 3 : Refer to the navigation system owner's manual. 4 2009 TL
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 131) NAVIGATION DISPLAY 3 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 34) FOG LIGHTS (P. 133, 137) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 139) PADDLE SHIFTERS CENTER DISPLAY (P. 215, 278) (P. 512) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON (P. 139/163) ENGINE START/ INSTRUMENT PANEL ...-INFORMATION DISPLAY BUTTONS (P. 78) 1 : To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 2 : If equipped 3 : Refer to the navigation system owner's manual. 4 2009 TL
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...76 Multi-Information Display ...77 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...130 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...131 Turn Signals and Headlights ...133 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...135 Daytime Running Lights ...136 Fog Lights ...137 Instrument Panel Brightness ...137 Hazard Warning Button ...139 Rear Window Defogger ...139 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...140 Keys and Locks...141......204 Glove Box ...205 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
...76 Multi-Information Display ...77 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...130 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...131 Turn Signals and Headlights ...133 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...135 Daytime Running Lights ...136 Fog Lights ...137 Instrument Panel Brightness ...137 Hazard Warning Button ...139 Rear Window Defogger ...139 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...140 Keys and Locks...141......204 Glove Box ...205 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
Owner's Manual
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... 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 (P. 74) The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63...
... 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 (P. 74) The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63...
Owner's Manual
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...if any door or the trunk lid is not closed tightly. Door/Trunk Open Indicator This indicator comes on the fog lights. For more information, see page 137 . 71 2009 TL Fog Light Indicator This indicator comes on the multi-information display to indicate which door and/ or the trunk is not closed...on (see page 11 ). Reset the system by overheating. High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights (DRL) are on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or ...
...if any door or the trunk lid is not closed tightly. Door/Trunk Open Indicator This indicator comes on the fog lights. For more information, see page 137 . 71 2009 TL Fog Light Indicator This indicator comes on the multi-information display to indicate which door and/ or the trunk is not closed...on (see page 11 ). Reset the system by overheating. High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights (DRL) are on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or ...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS (P. 133, 137) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 137) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM BUTTONS (P. 394) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P. 524) HEADLIGHT WASHERS (P. 132) 2 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL ... system is shown. 1: 2: 3: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped Refer to the navigation system owner's manual. 130 2009 TL
Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS (P. 133, 137) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 137) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM BUTTONS (P. 394) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P. 524) HEADLIGHT WASHERS (P. 132) 2 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL ... system is shown. 1: 2: 3: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped Refer to the navigation system owner's manual. 130 2009 TL
Owner's Manual
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...2009 TL High beams 7. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, or with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. Off 3. AUTO 5. For more information, see pages 178 and 180 . Fog lights... on Turning the switch to the '' '' position turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. 1. Fog lights off 9. To signal a lane change, push lightly on 6. Turn Signal 2. This indicator stays...
...2009 TL High beams 7. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, or with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. Off 3. AUTO 5. For more information, see pages 178 and 180 . Fog lights... on Turning the switch to the '' '' position turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. 1. Fog lights off 9. To signal a lane change, push lightly on 6. Turn Signal 2. This indicator stays...
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... come on again, either turn the ignition switch to the position. 134 2009 TL On models with keyless access system Even with you turn the light switch to AUTO. On models without keyless access system On all other exterior lights when it . They will remain on (see page 118 . The high... To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it senses low ambient light. Pull the lever back to return to leave the engine idling or off the ignition switch. Do not leave the light switch in a dense fog, or when you open the driver's door. To turn...
... come on again, either turn the ignition switch to the position. 134 2009 TL On models with keyless access system Even with you turn the light switch to AUTO. On models without keyless access system On all other exterior lights when it . They will remain on (see page 118 . The high... To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it senses low ambient light. Pull the lever back to return to leave the engine idling or off the ignition switch. Do not leave the light switch in a dense fog, or when you open the driver's door. To turn...
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...Table Of Contents Fog Lights, Instrument Panel Brightness Fog Lights Instrument Panel Brightness : Models equipped with the ignition switch in the AUTO position, you can use the fog lights when the headlights... turn off by pressing the or button with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. You can also use the fog lights...more information, see pages 178 and 180 . Instruments and Controls FOG LIGHT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT BUTTON Turn the fog lights on automatically. They will go off when the headlights turn ...
...Table Of Contents Fog Lights, Instrument Panel Brightness Fog Lights Instrument Panel Brightness : Models equipped with the ignition switch in the AUTO position, you can use the fog lights when the headlights... turn off by pressing the or button with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. You can also use the fog lights...more information, see pages 178 and 180 . Instruments and Controls FOG LIGHT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT BUTTON Turn the fog lights on automatically. They will go off when the headlights turn ...
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... a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). The rear window defogger clears fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. For more information, see page 163 . 139 2009 TL The defogger and antenna wires on again when you restart the vehicle. Push the... . Instruments and Controls U.S. Push the defogger button to turn it on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. Use the hazard warning lights if you do not turn it on to drive.
... a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). The rear window defogger clears fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. For more information, see page 163 . 139 2009 TL The defogger and antenna wires on again when you restart the vehicle. Push the... . Instruments and Controls U.S. Push the defogger button to turn it on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. Use the hazard warning lights if you do not turn it on to drive.
Owner's Manual
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Insert the socket into the light assembly. Push the under cover in place and set the spoiler and inner fender cover in place...a bulb, handle it in the socket. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on their center. Start the engine. Maintenance CONTINUED 561 2009 TL Test the lights to overheat and shatter. 1. If you are replacing a driver's side bulb, turn the steering wheel to lock it by pushing... to the left. COVER HOLDING CLIP Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Replacing a Front Fog Light Bulb Your vehicle uses halogen light bulbs. Main Menu Table Of Contents...
Insert the socket into the light assembly. Push the under cover in place and set the spoiler and inner fender cover in place...a bulb, handle it in the socket. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on their center. Start the engine. Maintenance CONTINUED 561 2009 TL Test the lights to overheat and shatter. 1. If you are replacing a driver's side bulb, turn the steering wheel to lock it by pushing... to the left. COVER HOLDING CLIP Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Replacing a Front Fog Light Bulb Your vehicle uses halogen light bulbs. Main Menu Table Of Contents...
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... . 5. Remove the electrical connector from the bumper carefully. 4. Push the under cover from the bulb by turning it in place. 7. Turn on their center. 562 2009 TL Use a 10 mm wrench to test the new bulb. Remove the bulb by pushing on all the way. 8. Insert the new bulb into the hole... tab and pulling the connector down the under cover in place and set the spoiler and inner fender cover in place by pushing on the fog lights to remove the two mounting bolts and remove the holding clips, and lock them in the original position. Install the bolts and holding clip with...
... . 5. Remove the electrical connector from the bumper carefully. 4. Push the under cover from the bulb by turning it in place. 7. Turn on their center. 562 2009 TL Use a 10 mm wrench to test the new bulb. Remove the bulb by pushing on all the way. 8. Insert the new bulb into the hole... tab and pulling the connector down the under cover in place and set the spoiler and inner fender cover in place by pushing on the fog lights to remove the two mounting bolts and remove the holding clips, and lock them in the original position. Install the bolts and holding clip with...
Owner's Manual
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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 2009 TL Amps. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 20 A 10 A ... Seat Sliding Moonroof Driver's Power Seat Reclining Rear Left Power Window Front ACC Socket Driver's Power Window Driver's Side Door Lock Front Left Fog Light Left Side Small Lights (Exterior) Left Headlight High Beam TPMS Left Headlight Low Beam Not Used No. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver...
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 2009 TL Amps. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 20 A 10 A ... Seat Sliding Moonroof Driver's Power Seat Reclining Rear Left Power Window Front ACC Socket Driver's Power Window Driver's Side Door Lock Front Left Fog Light Left Side Small Lights (Exterior) Left Headlight High Beam TPMS Left Headlight Low Beam Not Used No. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver...
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... BOX Passenger's side No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 A 10 A 10 A 15 A 7.5 A Circuits Protected Right Headlight High Beam Right Side Small Lights (Exterior) Right Front Fog Light Right Headlight Low Beam Not Used Interior Lights If equipped 605 2009 TL Amps. 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 : Circuits Protected Not Used Passenger...
... BOX Passenger's side No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 A 10 A 10 A 15 A 7.5 A Circuits Protected Right Headlight High Beam Right Side Small Lights (Exterior) Right Front Fog Light Right Headlight Low Beam Not Used Interior Lights If equipped 605 2009 TL Amps. 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 : Circuits Protected Not Used Passenger...
Owner's Manual
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... (Low beam ) Headlight (High beam/DRL) Front turn signal/parking lights Front side marker lights Front fog lights Rear turn signal lights Back-up lights Rear side marker lights License plate light Trunk light Door courtesy lights Vanity mirror lights Engine (2WD) Type 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 35 W (D2S) 60 W (HB3) 24/2.2 CP....2 : 1 NGK: ILZKR7B-11S DENSO: SXU22HCR11S 12 V 12 V 60 AH/5 HR 72 AH/20 HR Technical Information Alignment Toe-in (2.0 mm) 0.5° 1° 3.8° CONTINUED 615 2009 TL
... (Low beam ) Headlight (High beam/DRL) Front turn signal/parking lights Front side marker lights Front fog lights Rear turn signal lights Back-up lights Rear side marker lights License plate light Trunk light Door courtesy lights Vanity mirror lights Engine (2WD) Type 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 35 W (D2S) 60 W (HB3) 24/2.2 CP....2 : 1 NGK: ILZKR7B-11S DENSO: SXU22HCR11S 12 V 12 V 60 AH/5 HR 72 AH/20 HR Technical Information Alignment Toe-in (2.0 mm) 0.5° 1° 3.8° CONTINUED 615 2009 TL
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... ...66, 521 Operation ...521 Anti-theft, Audio System...376 Anti-theft Steering Column Lock ...145 Audio System ...223 Automatic Lighting Off Feature .. 135 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...22 Automatic Speed Control...386 Automatic Transmission...507 Capacity, Fluid ...614 Checking Fluid...in, New Vehicle ...486 Brightness Control, Instruments ...137 Built-In Key...142 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ...563 Daytime Running Lights ...556 Fog Lights ...561 Specifications ...345 Turn Signal Lights ...559, 563 Bulbs, Halogen ...556 B Battery Charging System Indicator...65, 595 Jump Starting ...591...
... ...66, 521 Operation ...521 Anti-theft, Audio System...376 Anti-theft Steering Column Lock ...145 Audio System ...223 Automatic Lighting Off Feature .. 135 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...22 Automatic Speed Control...386 Automatic Transmission...507 Capacity, Fluid ...614 Checking Fluid...in, New Vehicle ...486 Brightness Control, Instruments ...137 Built-In Key...142 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ...563 Daytime Running Lights ...556 Fog Lights ...561 Specifications ...345 Turn Signal Lights ...559, 563 Bulbs, Halogen ...556 B Battery Charging System Indicator...65, 595 Jump Starting ...591...
Owner's Manual
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... Evaporative Emissions Controls .. 623 Exhaust Fumes ...57 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...18 Brake ...555 Windshield Washers ...552 FM Stereo Radio Reception ...372 Fog Lights ...137 Front Airbags ...9, 26 Front Seats ...155 Adjusting...155 Heaters...193 Airbags ...9, 26 Fuel ...486 Fill Door and Cap...487 Gauge ...75 Octane Requirement ...486... Filter, Oil ...548 Flashers, Hazard Warning...139 Flat Tire, Changing a ...583 Floor Mats ...565 Fluids Automatic Transmission...553 G Gas Mileage, Improving...492 INDEX CONTINUED III 2009 TL
... Evaporative Emissions Controls .. 623 Exhaust Fumes ...57 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...18 Brake ...555 Windshield Washers ...552 FM Stereo Radio Reception ...372 Fog Lights ...137 Front Airbags ...9, 26 Front Seats ...155 Adjusting...155 Heaters...193 Airbags ...9, 26 Fuel ...486 Fill Door and Cap...487 Gauge ...75 Octane Requirement ...486... Filter, Oil ...548 Flashers, Hazard Warning...139 Flat Tire, Changing a ...583 Floor Mats ...565 Fluids Automatic Transmission...553 G Gas Mileage, Improving...492 INDEX CONTINUED III 2009 TL
Owner's Manual
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..., Tire ...571 Instrument Panel ...63 Instrument Panel Indicators ...64 Instrument Panel Brightness ...137 Interior Lights ...209 Introduction ...i I Identification Number, Vehicle...612 Ignition Keys...141 Switch ...145 Timing Control ...Fog Light ...71 High Beam...71 Key (Immobilizer System) ...65 H Halogen Fog Bulbs ...556 HandsFreeLink (HFL) ...392, 420 Hazard Warning Flashers...139 Headlights ...133 Aiming ...556 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...135 Daytime Running Lights ...136 High Beam Indicator ...71 J Jacking up the Vehicle ...584 Jack, Tire ...583 Jump Starting ...591 IV 2009 TL
..., Tire ...571 Instrument Panel ...63 Instrument Panel Indicators ...64 Instrument Panel Brightness ...137 Interior Lights ...209 Introduction ...i I Identification Number, Vehicle...612 Ignition Keys...141 Switch ...145 Timing Control ...Fog Light ...71 High Beam...71 Key (Immobilizer System) ...65 H Halogen Fog Bulbs ...556 HandsFreeLink (HFL) ...392, 420 Hazard Warning Flashers...139 Headlights ...133 Aiming ...556 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...135 Daytime Running Lights ...136 High Beam Indicator ...71 J Jacking up the Vehicle ...584 Jack, Tire ...583 Jump Starting ...591 IV 2009 TL