Owner's Manual
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...of your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to check them . Before Driving What gasoline to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to ...quick reference to the main controls in this manual. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 TL Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use , how to breakin your new vehicle, and ...
...of your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to check them . Before Driving What gasoline to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to ...quick reference to the main controls in this manual. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 TL Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use , how to breakin your new vehicle, and ...
Owner's Manual
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You also need to know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids. The information in Period ...486 Fuel Recommendation ...486 Service Station Procedures ...487 Refueling...487 ... and Closing the Hood ...489 Oil Check ...490 Engine Coolant Check ...491 Fuel Economy ...492 Accessories and Modifications ...495 Carrying Cargo ...497 Before Driving 485 2009 TL Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your vehicle, please read the information in this section will help you should know how to your...
You also need to know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids. The information in Period ...486 Fuel Recommendation ...486 Service Station Procedures ...487 Refueling...487 ... and Closing the Hood ...489 Oil Check ...490 Engine Coolant Check ...491 Fuel Economy ...492 Accessories and Modifications ...495 Carrying Cargo ...497 Before Driving 485 2009 TL Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your vehicle, please read the information in this section will help you should know how to your...
Owner's Manual
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... adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on . Avoid hard braking for service. 486 2009 TL In addition, in order to operate on premium unleaded gasoline with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. If this period: Avoid full...-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Use of gasoline with these recommendations with a pump octane of regular-grade gasoline can cause metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. You should ...
... adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on . Avoid hard braking for service. 486 2009 TL In addition, in order to operate on premium unleaded gasoline with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. If this period: Avoid full...-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Use of gasoline with these recommendations with a pump octane of regular-grade gasoline can cause metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. You should ...
Owner's Manual
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... refer to open the fuel fill door manually, see page 598 ). Refueling Gasoline is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. Push Before Driving CONTINUED 487 2009 TL If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station, or switch... to 15% MTBE by volume and up spills immediately. Wipe up to another brand of gasoline. Park with oxygenates such as ethanol or ...
... refer to open the fuel fill door manually, see page 598 ). Refueling Gasoline is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. Push Before Driving CONTINUED 487 2009 TL If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station, or switch... to 15% MTBE by volume and up spills immediately. Wipe up to another brand of gasoline. Park with oxygenates such as ethanol or ...
Owner's Manual
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..., and flames away from engine exhaust. Only you can cause you operate the engine. To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline. Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. Burns from moving parts. Injury from hot parts. Let the engine... safety precautions are given here. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should perform a given task. 534 2009 TL
..., and flames away from engine exhaust. Only you can cause you operate the engine. To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline. Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. Burns from moving parts. Injury from hot parts. Let the engine... safety precautions are given here. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should perform a given task. 534 2009 TL
Owner's Manual
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... 490 ). It is energy conserving, and that you do not spill. Always use Acura Motor Oil in your vehicle for your engine's performance and longevity. Maintenance API CERTIFICATION SEAL CONTINUED 547 2009 TL you could damage components in the oil slowly and carefully so you use a premium-... lubricant for optimum engine protection. Make sure the API Certification Seal says ''For Gasoline Engines.'' Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover. ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Acura Motor Oil is a major contributor to your vehicle. Spilled oil could damage the...
... 490 ). It is energy conserving, and that you do not spill. Always use Acura Motor Oil in your vehicle for your engine's performance and longevity. Maintenance API CERTIFICATION SEAL CONTINUED 547 2009 TL you could damage components in the oil slowly and carefully so you use a premium-... lubricant for optimum engine protection. Make sure the API Certification Seal says ''For Gasoline Engines.'' Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover. ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Acura Motor Oil is a major contributor to your vehicle. Spilled oil could damage the...
Owner's Manual
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... Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.08 in (2.0 mm) 0.5° 1° 3.8° CONTINUED 615 2009 TL Battery Capacity Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC IN/EX VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), gasoline engine 3.54 x 3.78 in (90.0 x 96.0 mm) 223.5 cu-in (3,664 cm ) ...(H11) 21 W (Amber) 16 W 3 CP 3 CP 5W 3.4 W 1.1 W Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), gasoline engine 3.50 x 3.66 in (89.0 x 93.0 mm) 211.7 cu-in (3,471 cm ) 11.2 : 1 NGK: ILZKR7B11 DENSO: SXU22HCR11 Engine (SH-AWD) Type : On...
... Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.08 in (2.0 mm) 0.5° 1° 3.8° CONTINUED 615 2009 TL Battery Capacity Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC IN/EX VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), gasoline engine 3.54 x 3.78 in (90.0 x 96.0 mm) 223.5 cu-in (3,664 cm ) ...(H11) 21 W (Amber) 16 W 3 CP 3 CP 5W 3.4 W 1.1 W Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), gasoline engine 3.50 x 3.66 in (89.0 x 93.0 mm) 211.7 cu-in (3,471 cm ) 11.2 : 1 NGK: ILZKR7B11 DENSO: SXU22HCR11 Engine (SH-AWD) Type : On...
Owner's Manual
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...recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during driving. Technical Information 623 2009 TL The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to maintain them. Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in this canister while the engine is a poisonous gas. After ... HC react to form photochemical ''smog.'' Carbon monoxide does not contribute to smog creation, but it is off . In Canada, Acura vehicles comply with charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with the ...
...recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during driving. Technical Information 623 2009 TL The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to maintain them. Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in this canister while the engine is a poisonous gas. After ... HC react to form photochemical ''smog.'' Carbon monoxide does not contribute to smog creation, but it is off . In Canada, Acura vehicles comply with charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with the ...
Owner's Manual
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...metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. The three way catalytic converter must be an original Acura part or its equivalent. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can impair your vehicle diagnosed and repaired if it is referred to as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to...gasses without affecting the metals. Park your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. Have your engine's performance. Technical Information 625 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter contains platinum, palladium, and rhodium.
...metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. The three way catalytic converter must be an original Acura part or its equivalent. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can impair your vehicle diagnosed and repaired if it is referred to as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to...gasses without affecting the metals. Park your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. Have your engine's performance. Technical Information 625 2009 TL Main Menu Table Of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter contains platinum, palladium, and rhodium.
Owner's Manual
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... to Use ...547 Overheating...593 Specifications ...615 Speed Limiter ...510 Starting...503 Engine, if it won't start ...588 Engine Start/Stop Button ...177 Ethanol in Gasoline ...487 Evaporative Emissions Controls .. 623 Exhaust Fumes ...57 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...18 Brake ...555 Windshield Washers ...552 FM Stereo Radio Reception... 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
... to Use ...547 Overheating...593 Specifications ...615 Speed Limiter ...510 Starting...503 Engine, if it won't start ...588 Engine Start/Stop Button ...177 Ethanol in Gasoline ...487 Evaporative Emissions Controls .. 623 Exhaust Fumes ...57 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...18 Brake ...555 Windshield Washers ...552 FM Stereo Radio Reception... 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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Main Menu Index Gasoline ...486 Fuel Reserve Indicator ...73 Gauge ...75 Octane Requirement ...486 Tank, Filling the...487 Gas Station Procedures...487 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...76 Fuel ...75 ... 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
Main Menu Index Gasoline ...486 Fuel Reserve Indicator ...73 Gauge ...75 Octane Requirement ...486 Tank, Filling the...487 Gas Station Procedures...487 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...76 Fuel ...75 ... 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
Owner's Manual
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... Trunk ...148 Low Coolant Level ...491 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...64, 595 Lubricant Specifications Chart ...614 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ...497 Numbers, Identification ...612 O Octane Requirement, Gasoline ...486 Odometer ...81 Odometer, Trip ...81 Oil Change, How to ...548 Change, When to ...544 Checking Engine ...490 Pressure Indicator ...64, 595 Selecting Proper Viscosity... Locks Anti-theft Steering Column ...145 Glove Box ...205 Power Door ...146 N Neutral Gear Position...509 New Vehicle Break-in ...486 NOTICE, Explanation of ...i INDEX V 2009 TL
... Trunk ...148 Low Coolant Level ...491 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...64, 595 Lubricant Specifications Chart ...614 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ...497 Numbers, Identification ...612 O Octane Requirement, Gasoline ...486 Odometer ...81 Odometer, Trip ...81 Oil Change, How to ...548 Change, When to ...544 Checking Engine ...490 Pressure Indicator ...64, 595 Selecting Proper Viscosity... Locks Anti-theft Steering Column ...145 Glove Box ...205 Power Door ...146 N Neutral Gear Position...509 New Vehicle Break-in ...486 NOTICE, Explanation of ...i INDEX V 2009 TL
Owner's Manual
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... Release...150 Opening the ...148 Open Monitor Light ...11, 88 Turn Signals ...133 U Unexpected, Taking Care of the ...581 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...617 Unleaded Gasoline...486 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...550 V Vehicle Capacity Load ...498 Vehicle Dimensions...614 VEHICLE OFF Mode (Power Mode) ...178 Vehicle Identification Number...612...), System ...523 VSA System Indicator ...68, 523 VSA Activation Indicator ...68, 523 VSA Off Switch ...524 Vehicle Storage ...578 VIN ...612 Viscosity, Oil...548 VIII 2009 TL
... Release...150 Opening the ...148 Open Monitor Light ...11, 88 Turn Signals ...133 U Unexpected, Taking Care of the ...581 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...617 Unleaded Gasoline...486 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...550 V Vehicle Capacity Load ...498 Vehicle Dimensions...614 VEHICLE OFF Mode (Power Mode) ...178 Vehicle Identification Number...612...), System ...523 VSA System Indicator ...68, 523 VSA Activation Indicator ...68, 523 VSA Off Switch ...524 Vehicle Storage ...578 VIN ...612 Viscosity, Oil...548 VIII 2009 TL
Owner's Manual
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... (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) SH-AWD with SH-AWD Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) only. On models with High Performance Tires and SH-AWD TECH... (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2009 TL Capacity: SH-AWD differential case 2.67 US qt (2.53 ) Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90... or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 553 ). Main Menu Service Information Summary Gasoline: Premium unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 91 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 ) Recommended ...
... (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) SH-AWD with SH-AWD Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) only. On models with High Performance Tires and SH-AWD TECH... (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2009 TL Capacity: SH-AWD differential case 2.67 US qt (2.53 ) Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90... or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 553 ). Main Menu Service Information Summary Gasoline: Premium unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 91 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 ) Recommended ...