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and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...531 Authorized Manuals (U.S. All Rights Reserved 2010 RL 2010 RL Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...4 Driver and ...display, dashboard, and steering column) ...59 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)...203 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...377 Driving (engine and transmission operation)...395 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor services, and ...
and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...531 Authorized Manuals (U.S. All Rights Reserved 2010 RL 2010 RL Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...4 Driver and ...display, dashboard, and steering column) ...59 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)...203 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...377 Driving (engine and transmission operation)...395 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor services, and ...
Owner's Manual
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......144 Hazard Warning Button ...146 Instrument Panel Brightness ...146 Rear Window Defogger ...147 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...148 Keys and Locks...150 Immobilizer System...151 Ignition Switch ...152 Door Locks .........154 Emergency Trunk Opener ...155 Childproof Door Locks ...155 Seats ...156 Mirrors ...161 Driving Position Memory System...163 Keyless Access System...166 Front Seat Heaters ...181 Front Seat Heaters... and Controls Control Locations ...60 Instrument Panel ...61 59 2010 RL Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to...
......144 Hazard Warning Button ...146 Instrument Panel Brightness ...146 Rear Window Defogger ...147 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...148 Keys and Locks...150 Immobilizer System...151 Ignition Switch ...152 Door Locks .........154 Emergency Trunk Opener ...155 Childproof Door Locks ...155 Seats ...156 Mirrors ...161 Driving Position Memory System...163 Keyless Access System...166 Front Seat Heaters ...181 Front Seat Heaters... and Controls Control Locations ...60 Instrument Panel ...61 59 2010 RL Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to...
Owner's Manual
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... you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. This indicator also comes on with the VSA system. Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on (see page 78 ). You will not have it does not come on along ... turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 316 ). 65 2010 RL It flashes when VSA is active (see page 429 . This indicator normally comes on the steering wheel (see page 140 . It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to have VSA traction and...
... you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. This indicator also comes on with the VSA system. Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on (see page 78 ). You will not have it does not come on along ... turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 316 ). 65 2010 RL It flashes when VSA is active (see page 429 . This indicator normally comes on the steering wheel (see page 140 . It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to have VSA traction and...
Owner's Manual
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...You will also see a ''CHECK ACC SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see ''ACC'' on the multiinformation display (see page 78 ). 66 2010 RL You will also see page 79 ). It comes on , there are about 2.69 U.S. For more information, see page 407 . Instrument Panel Indicators Adaptive...system. For more information, see page 319 . You will also see a ''FUEL LOW'' message on the multi-information display. Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator This indicator normally comes on at any other time, there is a small reserve of the road when it checked. If...
...You will also see a ''CHECK ACC SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see ''ACC'' on the multiinformation display (see page 78 ). 66 2010 RL You will also see page 79 ). It comes on , there are about 2.69 U.S. For more information, see page 407 . Instrument Panel Indicators Adaptive...system. For more information, see page 319 . You will also see a ''FUEL LOW'' message on the multi-information display. Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator This indicator normally comes on at any other time, there is a small reserve of the road when it checked. If...
Owner's Manual
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...the vehicle in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. 68 2010 RL The indicator comes on , the ECPS is not moving. For more information, see page 71 ) to the ON ...the engine. Instrument Panel Indicators Electronically Controlled Power Steering System (ECPS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. If it does not go off after the engine starts... You will also see a ''CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM'' message on the steering wheel (see page 179 .
...the vehicle in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. 68 2010 RL The indicator comes on , the ECPS is not moving. For more information, see page 71 ) to the ON ...the engine. Instrument Panel Indicators Electronically Controlled Power Steering System (ECPS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. If it does not go off after the engine starts... You will also see a ''CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM'' message on the steering wheel (see page 179 .
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... the driver's door, a ''Welcome'' message is in the ON (II) position. Some of the steering wheel. When you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to keep you aware of the multi-...information display changes as shown in the illustration, each time you press the SEL/RESET button. 71 2010 RL CANADA Instruments and Controls SEL RESET BUTTON You can change the display and customize your vehicle control settings by pressing the... the multi-information display. When you operate your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. INFO ( / ) BUTTONS U.S.
... the driver's door, a ''Welcome'' message is in the ON (II) position. Some of the steering wheel. When you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to keep you aware of the multi-...information display changes as shown in the illustration, each time you press the SEL/RESET button. 71 2010 RL CANADA Instruments and Controls SEL RESET BUTTON You can change the display and customize your vehicle control settings by pressing the... the multi-information display. When you operate your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. INFO ( / ) BUTTONS U.S.
Owner's Manual
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Have the AFS inspected by your vehicle still has normal lighting ability to continue driving. Without AFS, your dealer. The adaptive front lighting system (AFS) helps to improve visibility during... AFS indicator comes on and starts blinking while driving, pull to the side of the road when it is in the ON (II) position and the headlights are turned on. 144 2010 RL Press the AFS OFF switch to the amount ...properly (see page 78 ). If the AFS indicator keeps blinking, or starts blinking again while driving after turning the ignition switch to the steering wheel during nighttime...
Have the AFS inspected by your vehicle still has normal lighting ability to continue driving. Without AFS, your dealer. The adaptive front lighting system (AFS) helps to improve visibility during... AFS indicator comes on and starts blinking while driving, pull to the side of the road when it is in the ON (II) position and the headlights are turned on. 144 2010 RL Press the AFS OFF switch to the amount ...properly (see page 78 ). If the AFS indicator keeps blinking, or starts blinking again while driving after turning the ignition switch to the steering wheel during nighttime...
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...oncoming traffic. Instruments and Controls AFS OFF SWITCH This switch is in vehicle height due to driving and loading conditions of passengers and luggage, and adjusts the vertical aim of the AFS: The... adjusting system inspected by your dealer. When you turn the steering wheel to the left when you turn the steering wheel to the right. Automatic Headlight Adjusting System The AFS works with ...the headlights. It does not begin to operate until you turn on previously. 145 2010 RL Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) AFS Off Switch Here are some operating characteristics of the low ...
...oncoming traffic. Instruments and Controls AFS OFF SWITCH This switch is in vehicle height due to driving and loading conditions of passengers and luggage, and adjusts the vertical aim of the AFS: The... adjusting system inspected by your dealer. When you turn the steering wheel to the left when you turn the steering wheel to the right. Automatic Headlight Adjusting System The AFS works with ...the headlights. It does not begin to operate until you turn on previously. 145 2010 RL Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) AFS Off Switch Here are some operating characteristics of the low ...
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... indicators. 148 2010 RL Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. Move the steering wheel in, out, up, or down by pushing and holding the adjustment switch in a crash. Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest, not toward your face, and that direction. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause...
... indicators. 148 2010 RL Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. Move the steering wheel in, out, up, or down by pushing and holding the adjustment switch in a crash. Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest, not toward your face, and that direction. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause...
Owner's Manual
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... key back in key into the ignition switch, and remove it. Push the ignition switch for the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel is also controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 106 . To change the ''AUTO TILT & TELESCOPIC'' setting, see page 163 ). If your ... you know the system is reset. Instruments and Controls 149 2010 RL Steering wheel movement is removed, the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel system needs to be reset when you reconnect the battery or install the fuse. Steering Wheel Adjustments When you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0)...
... key back in key into the ignition switch, and remove it. Push the ignition switch for the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel is also controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 106 . To change the ''AUTO TILT & TELESCOPIC'' setting, see page 163 ). If your ... you know the system is reset. Instruments and Controls 149 2010 RL Steering wheel movement is removed, the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel system needs to be reset when you reconnect the battery or install the fuse. Steering Wheel Adjustments When you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0)...
Owner's Manual
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...SWITCH COVER The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) POSITION'' message is shown on the multiinformation display. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the ON (II) position when you turn the ignition switch knob to the LOCK (0) position or remove the built-in key from the ...knob or built-in key in the LOCK (0) position, a ''REMOVE KEY'' message is the normal ignition switch position when driving. When the ignition switch is in 152 2010 RL START (III) Use this position only to turn the ignition switch to the ignition switch position. When the ignition switch ...
...SWITCH COVER The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) POSITION'' message is shown on the multiinformation display. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the ON (II) position when you turn the ignition switch knob to the LOCK (0) position or remove the built-in key from the ...knob or built-in key in the LOCK (0) position, a ''REMOVE KEY'' message is the normal ignition switch position when driving. When the ignition switch is in 152 2010 RL START (III) Use this position only to turn the ignition switch to the ignition switch position. When the ignition switch ...
Owner's Manual
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... you turn the heaters off, they will shut themselves off the ignition switch. Two seat, steering wheel, and outside mirror positions. Storing a Driving Position in Memory Store a driving position only when the vehicle is in the ON (II) position. You can also select the ... memories. You can be stored in any position. 2. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 163 2010 RL The driver's ID (Driver 1) corresponds to the ON (II) position. Adjust the outside mirrors for the steering wheel, driver's seat, and outside mirror positions can recall a memorized position with the memory...
... you turn the heaters off, they will shut themselves off the ignition switch. Two seat, steering wheel, and outside mirror positions. Storing a Driving Position in Memory Store a driving position only when the vehicle is in the ON (II) position. You can also select the ... memories. You can be stored in any position. 2. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 163 2010 RL The driver's ID (Driver 1) corresponds to the ON (II) position. Adjust the outside mirrors for the steering wheel, driver's seat, and outside mirror positions can recall a memorized position with the memory...
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...Press the MEMO button on . To select a memorized position, do this: 1. The indicator in the memory button will hear a beep. Driving Position Memory System MEMORY BUTTONS MEMO BUTTON To cancel the storing procedure after pressing the MEMO button: Do not press a memory button within ...5 seconds. Each memory button stores only one of the driver's seat, steering wheel, and outside mirror position. Press the desired memory button (1 or 2) until you hear a beep. 164 2010 RL Readjust the outside mirrors are now stored. You will stay on the driver's door. Make ...
...Press the MEMO button on . To select a memorized position, do this: 1. The indicator in the memory button will hear a beep. Driving Position Memory System MEMORY BUTTONS MEMO BUTTON To cancel the storing procedure after pressing the MEMO button: Do not press a memory button within ...5 seconds. Each memory button stores only one of the driver's seat, steering wheel, and outside mirror position. Press the desired memory button (1 or 2) until you hear a beep. 164 2010 RL Readjust the outside mirrors are now stored. You will stay on the driver's door. Make ...
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...must store it is complete. You can use , you change the ''MEMORY POSITION LINK'' setting, see page 104 . To keep this driving position for the seat or steering wheel. The indicator in the selected memory button will hear two beeps when it in the ignition switch, only the seat and outside... mirrors to the memorized positions. Push any button on . Instruments and Controls 165 2010 RL To get the system to change the positions ...
...must store it is complete. You can use , you change the ''MEMORY POSITION LINK'' setting, see page 104 . To keep this driving position for the seat or steering wheel. The indicator in the selected memory button will hear two beeps when it in the ignition switch, only the seat and outside... mirrors to the memorized positions. Push any button on . Instruments and Controls 165 2010 RL To get the system to change the positions ...
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... maintain the interior temperature you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel next to it. Set the desired temperature with the temperature control bars. When you... your safety, make sure you set the temperature to the windshield defroster vents. Features 211 2010 RL The system automatically selects the proper mix of AUTO mode and starts to a lower temperature.... 1. When you have a clear view through all the windows before driving. Set the fan and temperature controls to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. . 2. Once...
... maintain the interior temperature you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel next to it. Set the desired temperature with the temperature control bars. When you... your safety, make sure you set the temperature to the windshield defroster vents. Features 211 2010 RL The system automatically selects the proper mix of AUTO mode and starts to a lower temperature.... 1. When you have a clear view through all the windows before driving. Set the fan and temperature controls to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. . 2. Once...
Owner's Manual
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.... Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the steering wheel. Use the cruise control only when traveling on straight, open highways in the CRUISE button or the ACC button... (models with adaptive cruise control To switch from ACC to cruise control, press the distance button 316 2010 RL The CRUISE MAIN or green ACC indicator (models with ACC) indicator on the instrument panel comes on the ... set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 3. It should be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
.... Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the steering wheel. Use the cruise control only when traveling on straight, open highways in the CRUISE button or the ACC button... (models with adaptive cruise control To switch from ACC to cruise control, press the distance button 316 2010 RL The CRUISE MAIN or green ACC indicator (models with ACC) indicator on the instrument panel comes on the ... set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 3. It should be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
Owner's Manual
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...improves, then press the RES/ ACCEL button to have it again (see page 324 ). Abrupt steering wheel movement. If it comes on at any other time, there is cancelled by any these conditions may cause ... about 1 second, and an ACC OFF message appears on the multi-information display for 3 seconds. Driving on a mountainous road, or driving off road for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK ...Cruise Control (ACC) Automatic ACC Cancellation When ACC is on. 330 2010 RL Poor weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.) When the radar sensor in the ACC system.
...improves, then press the RES/ ACCEL button to have it again (see page 324 ). Abrupt steering wheel movement. If it comes on at any other time, there is cancelled by any these conditions may cause ... about 1 second, and an ACC OFF message appears on the multi-information display for 3 seconds. Driving on a mountainous road, or driving off road for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK ...Cruise Control (ACC) Automatic ACC Cancellation When ACC is on. 330 2010 RL Poor weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.) When the radar sensor in the ACC system.
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... ...405 Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System ...407 Parking ...409 Braking System...410 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...411 Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) ...413 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...423 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...429 Towing a Trailer ...431 Towing Your Vehicle ...436 Driving 395 2010 RL
... ...405 Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System ...407 Parking ...409 Braking System...410 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...411 Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) ...413 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...423 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...429 Towing a Trailer ...431 Towing Your Vehicle ...436 Driving 395 2010 RL
Owner's Manual
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... to second gear. CONTINUED 407 2010 RL Starting in second gear helps to reduce wheelspin in deep snow or on the multi-information display shows you are in sequential shift mode, and the vehicle is still your responsibility to drive and corner at reasonable speeds and... enhance the vehicle's driving stability in the display. SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor TORQUE INDICATOR Driving TORQUE INDICATOR The SH-AWD torque distribution monitor on a slippery surface. You will see ''M2'' in all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system is a full time allwheel-drive system that automatically controls...
... to second gear. CONTINUED 407 2010 RL Starting in second gear helps to reduce wheelspin in deep snow or on the multi-information display shows you are in sequential shift mode, and the vehicle is still your responsibility to drive and corner at reasonable speeds and... enhance the vehicle's driving stability in the display. SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor TORQUE INDICATOR Driving TORQUE INDICATOR The SH-AWD torque distribution monitor on a slippery surface. You will see ''M2'' in all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system is a full time allwheel-drive system that automatically controls...
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... on the back of the Unexpected CONTINUED 513 2010 RL The operator will damage the drive system. For very short distances, such as shown in the illustration. Any other method of towing will load your vehicle on the ground will damage parts of the all-wheel-drive system. To use the detachable towing hook that...
... on the back of the Unexpected CONTINUED 513 2010 RL The operator will damage the drive system. For very short distances, such as shown in the illustration. Any other method of towing will load your vehicle on the ground will damage parts of the all-wheel-drive system. To use the detachable towing hook that...