Owner's Manual
Page 584
... the problem and what to do to get going again. Compact Spare Tire...582 Changing a Flat Tire ...583 If the Engine Won't Start ...588 Jump Starting ...591 If the Engine Overheats ...593 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...595 Charging System Indicator...595 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...596 Brake System Indicator ...... the Unexpected This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected 581 2009 TL If not, you will also find instructions on the side of the road, you on getting your vehicle towed. If the problem ...
... the problem and what to do to get going again. Compact Spare Tire...582 Changing a Flat Tire ...583 If the Engine Won't Start ...588 Jump Starting ...591 If the Engine Overheats ...593 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...595 Charging System Indicator...595 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...596 Brake System Indicator ...... the Unexpected This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected 581 2009 TL If not, you will also find instructions on the side of the road, you on getting your vehicle towed. If the problem ...
Owner's Manual
Page 591
...hear a clicking sound, a series of the engine trying to set START Mode (see page 180 ). The shift lever must be in Park or neutral. Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. Turn on page 591 . 588 2009 TL Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position or on ...models with keyless access system, press the engine start /stop button to the START (III) position or on at all, or operates very slowly. See Jump Starting on the headlights, and check their brightness...
...hear a clicking sound, a series of the engine trying to set START Mode (see page 180 ). The shift lever must be in Park or neutral. Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. Turn on page 591 . 588 2009 TL Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position or on ...models with keyless access system, press the engine start /stop button to the START (III) position or on at all, or operates very slowly. See Jump Starting on the headlights, and check their brightness...
Owner's Manual
Page 592
...Are you try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 577 ). You will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page 65 ). See Emergency Towing on models with keyless access system, press the engine start /stop button to set START Mode (see page... If the Engine Won't Start Turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position or on models with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the Unexpected CONTINUED 589 2009 TL If the fuses are OK...
...Are you try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 577 ). You will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page 65 ). See Emergency Towing on models with keyless access system, press the engine start /stop button to set START Mode (see page... If the Engine Won't Start Turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position or on models with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the Unexpected CONTINUED 589 2009 TL If the fuses are OK...
Owner's Manual
Page 594
... terminal cover to rupture. 2. Turn off all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 591 2009 TL Keep all the electrical accessories: climate control, audio system, lights, etc. If it seems slushy or like a simple procedure, you do not try jump starting until it thaws.
... terminal cover to rupture. 2. Turn off all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 591 2009 TL Keep all the electrical accessories: climate control, audio system, lights, etc. If it seems slushy or like a simple procedure, you do not try jump starting until it thaws.
Owner's Manual
Page 595
If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. Otherwise, you the order to the positive... and any metal on your vehicle, and then from the booster battery. Start the vehicle. Disconnect the positive cable from your battery. Main Menu Table Of Contents Jump Starting 7. Connect the second jumper cable to the grounding point as shown. Do... until everything is in the illustration show you may cause an electrical short. 592 2009 TL Connect one jumper cable to -metal contact. 8.
If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. Otherwise, you the order to the positive... and any metal on your vehicle, and then from the booster battery. Start the vehicle. Disconnect the positive cable from your battery. Main Menu Table Of Contents Jump Starting 7. Connect the second jumper cable to the grounding point as shown. Do... until everything is in the illustration show you may cause an electrical short. 592 2009 TL Connect one jumper cable to -metal contact. 8.
Owner's Manual
Page 611
... system When you can use the towing hook: 1. To use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchor in the front bumper. Follow the jump starting procedures, Step 1 through Step 5, to apply the power to pull it off using a cloth and a flat-tipped screwdriver. 2. If Your Vehicle Gets ...using your vehicle gets stuck in the spare tire (see page 592 ). Failure to disconnect the jumper cable (see page 583 ). 608 2009 TL Press the ENGINE START/STOP button to set the power mode to release the steering lock while your vehicle (see page 179 ) and verify the steering lock ...
... system When you can use the towing hook: 1. To use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchor in the front bumper. Follow the jump starting procedures, Step 1 through Step 5, to apply the power to pull it off using a cloth and a flat-tipped screwdriver. 2. If Your Vehicle Gets ...using your vehicle gets stuck in the spare tire (see page 592 ). Failure to disconnect the jumper cable (see page 583 ). 608 2009 TL Press the ENGINE START/STOP button to set the power mode to release the steering lock while your vehicle (see page 179 ) and verify the steering lock ...
Owner's Manual
Page 638
... 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 Maintenance ...577 Specifications ...615 Before Driving ...485 Belts, Seat ...8, 20 Beverage Holder ...203 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ...392 C Capacities Chart...614 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...57 CONTINUED...
... 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 Maintenance ...577 Specifications ...615 Before Driving ...485 Belts, Seat ...8, 20 Beverage Holder ...203 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ...392 C Capacities Chart...614 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...57 CONTINUED...
Owner's Manual
Page 640
... System Indicator ...597 Changing a Flat Tire ...583 Charging System Indicator ...595 Checking the Fuses...599 Hazard Warning Flashers ...139 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ...608 Jump Starting ...591 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...595 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...596 Overheated Engine ...593 Towing ...606 Emergency Brake ...201 Emergency Flashers ...139 Emergency Towing ...606 Emergency... 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
... System Indicator ...597 Changing a Flat Tire ...583 Charging System Indicator ...595 Checking the Fuses...599 Hazard Warning Flashers ...139 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ...608 Jump Starting ...591 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...595 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...596 Overheated Engine ...593 Towing ...606 Emergency Brake ...201 Emergency Flashers ...139 Emergency Towing ...606 Emergency... 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