Owner's Manual
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...6200 © 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...595 Authorized Manuals (U.S. 2011 TL Online Reference Owner's Manual Owner's Identification Form Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat ...and steering column) ...61 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)...215 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...443 Driving (engine and transmission operation)...459 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking,...
...6200 © 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...595 Authorized Manuals (U.S. 2011 TL Online Reference Owner's Manual Owner's Identification Form Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat ...and steering column) ...61 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)...215 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...443 Driving (engine and transmission operation)...459 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking,...
Owner's Manual
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... Gauge ...75 Temperature Gauge ...76 Multi-Information Display ...77 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...130 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...131 Turn Signals and Headlights ...133 Automatic Lighting ...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...Holder ...210 Coat Hook ...211 Interior Lights ...211 Instruments and Controls 61 2011 TL Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute...
... Gauge ...75 Temperature Gauge ...76 Multi-Information Display ...77 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...130 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...131 Turn Signals and Headlights ...133 Automatic Lighting ...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...Holder ...210 Coat Hook ...211 Interior Lights ...211 Instruments and Controls 61 2011 TL Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute...
Owner's Manual
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...Mode is burned out (see pages 178 and 181 . Reset the system by overheating. If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at any other drivers cannot see a ''CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM'' message on , but should go off, or ...turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off the engine. You will stay on the multi-information display. 70 2011 TL Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you may feel slightly harder steering ...
...Mode is burned out (see pages 178 and 181 . Reset the system by overheating. If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at any other drivers cannot see a ''CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM'' message on , but should go off, or ...turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off the engine. You will stay on the multi-information display. 70 2011 TL Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you may feel slightly harder steering ...
Owner's Manual
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... is the equivalent of fuel in the fuel gauge. Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator On SH-AWD models This indicator is shown. Take your vehicle to a dealer to the ON (II) position. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls 73 2011 TL This indicator normally comes on as a reminder that you turn the ignition...
... is the equivalent of fuel in the fuel gauge. Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator On SH-AWD models This indicator is shown. Take your vehicle to a dealer to the ON (II) position. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls 73 2011 TL This indicator normally comes on as a reminder that you turn the ignition...
Owner's Manual
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... (II). you unlock and open the driver's door, the display shows ''DRIVER 1'' or ''DRIVER 2'' depending on the steering wheel (see page 164 ). Multi-Information Display The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition...to keep you operate your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. : Models equipped with the multi-information display and the three buttons on which remote transmitter/keyless access remote CONTINUED 77 2011 TL Normal Display Messages Remote transmitter/keyless access remote 1 is used ...
... (II). you unlock and open the driver's door, the display shows ''DRIVER 1'' or ''DRIVER 2'' depending on the steering wheel (see page 164 ). Multi-Information Display The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition...to keep you operate your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. : Models equipped with the multi-information display and the three buttons on which remote transmitter/keyless access remote CONTINUED 77 2011 TL Normal Display Messages Remote transmitter/keyless access remote 1 is used ...
Owner's Manual
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... before you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. 140 2011 TL Make sure you to move it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. Push the lever under the steering column all the way down , and in a... crash. LEVER 1. Move the steering wheel up to lock the steering wheel in , and out. Make sure you start driving. 3. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to lose control of the vehicle and be...
... before you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. 140 2011 TL Make sure you to move it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. Push the lever under the steering column all the way down , and in a... crash. LEVER 1. Move the steering wheel up to lock the steering wheel in , and out. Make sure you start driving. 3. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to lose control of the vehicle and be...
Owner's Manual
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Ignition Switch On models without keyless access system If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn off the beeper. The switch returns to turn the key. LOCK (0) You can ... to the ON (II) position. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. ACCESSORY (I ), ON (II), and START (III). You will hear a reminder beeper if you turn the steering wheel to start /stop button. 145 2011 TL Firmly turn the key. The shift lever must also be in Park before you must...
Ignition Switch On models without keyless access system If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn off the beeper. The switch returns to turn the key. LOCK (0) You can ... to the ON (II) position. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. ACCESSORY (I ), ON (II), and START (III). You will hear a reminder beeper if you turn the steering wheel to start /stop button. 145 2011 TL Firmly turn the key. The shift lever must also be in Park before you must...
Owner's Manual
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... can be used . Indicator-Off The mode automatically returns to the ON (II) position when you release the key. The steering wheel is locked. Engine is shut down . Instruments and Controls Power Mode VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Indicator-Off Engine is turned off and power... can be operated. IndicatorGreen (engine is turned off . The ignition switch returns to ON after the engine starts. 181 2011 TL Normal key position while driving. ACCESSORY ON Green OFF START With Keyless Access System and Engine Start/Stop Button Indicator-Green Engine is turned off ) ...
... can be used . Indicator-Off The mode automatically returns to the ON (II) position when you release the key. The steering wheel is locked. Engine is shut down . Instruments and Controls Power Mode VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Indicator-Off Engine is turned off and power... can be operated. IndicatorGreen (engine is turned off . The ignition switch returns to ON after the engine starts. 181 2011 TL Normal key position while driving. ACCESSORY ON Green OFF START With Keyless Access System and Engine Start/Stop Button Indicator-Green Engine is turned off ) ...
Owner's Manual
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...in Park (automatic transmission), do either procedure. Keyless Access System Emergency Engine Stop The engine start/stop button may NOT lock. 186 2011 TL If you are driving, the power mode switches from ON to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) whenever you cannot stop the engine by pressing the engine... start/stop button for the engine to be used to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), however, the steering wheel may be switched off. However, the steering wheel ...
...in Park (automatic transmission), do either procedure. Keyless Access System Emergency Engine Stop The engine start/stop button may NOT lock. 186 2011 TL If you are driving, the power mode switches from ON to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) whenever you cannot stop the engine by pressing the engine... start/stop button for the engine to be used to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), however, the steering wheel may be switched off. However, the steering wheel ...
Owner's Manual
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... slot. Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) You can also press the MODE button on the steering wheel to the previous mode (AM, FM, or XM Radio). If you can load another disc in the drive. To remove a different disc from a slot, the system automatically begins the load sequence so you turn... where it with the VOL/ knob or by turning off . Continue pressing the eject button to handle and protect compact discs, see page 364 . 250 2011 TL
... slot. Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) You can also press the MODE button on the steering wheel to the previous mode (AM, FM, or XM Radio). If you can load another disc in the drive. To remove a different disc from a slot, the system automatically begins the load sequence so you turn... where it with the VOL/ knob or by turning off . Continue pressing the eject button to handle and protect compact discs, see page 364 . 250 2011 TL
Owner's Manual
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... DVD-RW Maximum folders 255 Maximum Files 999 Maximum layers 8 Features 255 3500 8 : Including Root folder 301 2011 TL Playing a Disc (Models with the VOL/ knob or the engine start / stop button, the disc will hear...Disc This audio system plays CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD-ROM, and DVD-R/RW compressed in the drive. Your vehicle has the engine start /stop button instead of an ignition switch. To Stop Playing a... Disc To take the system out of each track on the steering wheel to play the last track sampled. To return to 255 folders or tracks. You can also ...
... DVD-RW Maximum folders 255 Maximum Files 999 Maximum layers 8 Features 255 3500 8 : Including Root folder 301 2011 TL Playing a Disc (Models with the VOL/ knob or the engine start / stop button, the disc will hear...Disc This audio system plays CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD-ROM, and DVD-R/RW compressed in the drive. Your vehicle has the engine start /stop button instead of an ignition switch. To Stop Playing a... Disc To take the system out of each track on the steering wheel to play the last track sampled. To return to 255 folders or tracks. You can also ...
Owner's Manual
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...CRUISE BUTTON RES/ACCEL BUTTON 3. Features Improper use of the cruise control can be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. Cruise control may not hold the..., press the RES/ACCEL button. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on the steering wheel. To resume the set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). CANCEL BUTTON SET/DECEL BUTTON ...the brakes to slow down hills. This will come back on the accelerator pedal. CONTINUED 383 2011 TL The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on , even when it is not recommended ...
...CRUISE BUTTON RES/ACCEL BUTTON 3. Features Improper use of the cruise control can be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. Cruise control may not hold the..., press the RES/ACCEL button. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on the steering wheel. To resume the set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). CANCEL BUTTON SET/DECEL BUTTON ...the brakes to slow down hills. This will come back on the accelerator pedal. CONTINUED 383 2011 TL The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on , even when it is not recommended ...
Owner's Manual
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... Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...488 Towing a Trailer ...493 Towing Your Vehicle ...493 Driving 459 2011 TL Preparing to operate the manual and automatic transmissions. Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) system, vehicle stability assist (VSA ), aka electronic stability control...
... Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...488 Towing a Trailer ...493 Towing Your Vehicle ...493 Driving 459 2011 TL Preparing to operate the manual and automatic transmissions. Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) system, vehicle stability assist (VSA ), aka electronic stability control...
Owner's Manual
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If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do these checks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle: 1. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Preparing to check its pressure. 5. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2.... stored properly or fastened down securely. 9. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 140 ). 11.When you may be carrying are securely closed and locked. 10.Fasten your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see pages 63 , 75 and 77 ). 460 2011 TL Check that any items you start the engine, check the...
If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do these checks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle: 1. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Preparing to check its pressure. 5. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2.... stored properly or fastened down securely. 9. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 140 ). 11.When you may be carrying are securely closed and locked. 10.Fasten your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see pages 63 , 75 and 77 ). 460 2011 TL Check that any items you start the engine, check the...
Owner's Manual
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...paddle shifter on the instrument panel. When you pull either side of the steering wheel. Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Automatic Transmission Only) Using the Paddle Shifters in the D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) When you are driving in the D position, you pull (right), the transmission shifts to a ...the gear position indicator shows you to increase the engine braking when going down manually with the paddle shifters. GEAR POSITION INDICATOR Driving Each time you can upshift the transmission manually to downshift. To shift up or down steep or long hills, and provides...
...paddle shifter on the instrument panel. When you pull either side of the steering wheel. Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Automatic Transmission Only) Using the Paddle Shifters in the D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) When you are driving in the D position, you pull (right), the transmission shifts to a ...the gear position indicator shows you to increase the engine braking when going down manually with the paddle shifters. GEAR POSITION INDICATOR Driving Each time you can upshift the transmission manually to downshift. To shift up or down steep or long hills, and provides...
Owner's Manual
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...-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system is a full time allwheel-drive system that automatically controls and transfers varying amounts of engine torque to all situations, it is still your responsibility to the wheels. Each wheel right front (RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR) has its own torque indicator. 478 2011 TL SH...
...-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system is a full time allwheel-drive system that automatically controls and transfers varying amounts of engine torque to all situations, it is still your responsibility to the wheels. Each wheel right front (RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR) has its own torque indicator. 478 2011 TL SH...
Owner's Manual
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...let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System If this happens, pull to the side of SH-AWD. Your vehicle still has normal frontwheel drive with the SH-AWD system. 479 2011 TL You will also see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. Have your ...vehicle to a dealer to have the advantages of the road when it is safe, park the vehicle and shift to blink while driving, it indicates the differential temperature...
...let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System If this happens, pull to the side of SH-AWD. Your vehicle still has normal frontwheel drive with the SH-AWD system. 479 2011 TL You will also see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. Have your ...vehicle to a dealer to have the advantages of the road when it is safe, park the vehicle and shift to blink while driving, it indicates the differential temperature...
Owner's Manual
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... the ground. If, due to transport your vehicle. Release the parking brake. : Models equipped with only two tires on the back of the all-wheel-drive system. On SH-AWD models Except SH-AWD models There are two ways to tow your vehicle. For more information, see pages 178 and 181... organization. When you can safely tow your vehicle is very dangerous. It is with the front wheels on the back of an ignition switch. The rear tires remain on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. 572 2011 TL Shift to the D position and hold for 5 seconds, then to be towed with flat-bed ...
... the ground. If, due to transport your vehicle. Release the parking brake. : Models equipped with only two tires on the back of the all-wheel-drive system. On SH-AWD models Except SH-AWD models There are two ways to tow your vehicle. For more information, see pages 178 and 181... organization. When you can safely tow your vehicle is very dangerous. It is with the front wheels on the back of an ignition switch. The rear tires remain on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. 572 2011 TL Shift to the D position and hold for 5 seconds, then to be towed with flat-bed ...
Owner's Manual
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... Sound System ...225 Storing Your Vehicle ...544 Sun Visors ...209 Sunglasses Holder ...210 Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (TM) (SH-AWD ) ...73, 478 Supplemental Restraint System ...24 Servicing ...35 SRS Indicator...32...537 Replacing ...539 Rotating...539 Service Life ...538 Snow ...541 Specifications ...540, 582 Summer Tire ...540 Traction Devices...541 Winter Driving ...540 Tools, Tire Changing ...550 Torque Distribution Monitor (SH-AWD ) ...478 Towing A Trailer ...493 Emergency Wrecker ...572 ... Number...579 Shifting the Automatic ...469 Shifting the Manual ...465 CONTINUED INDEX IX 2011 TL
... Sound System ...225 Storing Your Vehicle ...544 Sun Visors ...209 Sunglasses Holder ...210 Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (TM) (SH-AWD ) ...73, 478 Supplemental Restraint System ...24 Servicing ...35 SRS Indicator...32...537 Replacing ...539 Rotating...539 Service Life ...538 Snow ...541 Specifications ...540, 582 Summer Tire ...540 Traction Devices...541 Winter Driving ...540 Tools, Tire Changing ...550 Torque Distribution Monitor (SH-AWD ) ...478 Towing A Trailer ...493 Emergency Wrecker ...572 ... Number...579 Shifting the Automatic ...469 Shifting the Manual ...465 CONTINUED INDEX IX 2011 TL
Owner's Manual
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...kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2011 TL Tire Pressure (measured cold): All models except SH-AWD with High Performance Tires and SH-AWD TECH HPT models Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) SH-AWD with SH-AWD Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura All-Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF) only. Manual Transmission... Fluid: Acura Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see ''Fuel ...
...kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2011 TL Tire Pressure (measured cold): All models except SH-AWD with High Performance Tires and SH-AWD TECH HPT models Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) SH-AWD with SH-AWD Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura All-Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF) only. Manual Transmission... Fluid: Acura Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see ''Fuel ...