Owner's Manual
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... seat meets federal safety standards (see page 45 ) and that you intend to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to stay seated like this for the whole trip? Booster seats can be able to check current laws in the states, provinces... belt as low as possible and be sure the child is ready to all these questions, the child is wearing the seat belt properly. 54 2012 TL Will the child be high-back or low-back.
... seat meets federal safety standards (see page 45 ) and that you intend to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to stay seated like this for the whole trip? Booster seats can be able to check current laws in the states, provinces... belt as low as possible and be sure the child is ready to all these questions, the child is wearing the seat belt properly. 54 2012 TL Will the child be high-back or low-back.
Owner's Manual
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... DRIVER DOOR ALL DOORS ON 1 OFF 1 Page 116 117 Instruments and Controls KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP ON 1 OFF 15 sec 30 sec 60 sec 30 sec 15 sec MAX HIGH MID 1 60 sec 1 118 121 LIGHTING SETUP (P.120) INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY 0 sec 122 1 LOW...beeper to sound when you close the driver's door. Changes the timing of when the headlights come on models with keyless access system CONTINUED 97 2012 TL The headlight switch needs to blink when you unlock/lock the doors by grabbing or touching the sensor/ pushing the button on the driver's ...
... DRIVER DOOR ALL DOORS ON 1 OFF 1 Page 116 117 Instruments and Controls KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP ON 1 OFF 15 sec 30 sec 60 sec 30 sec 15 sec MAX HIGH MID 1 60 sec 1 118 121 LIGHTING SETUP (P.120) INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY 0 sec 122 1 LOW...beeper to sound when you close the driver's door. Changes the timing of when the headlights come on models with keyless access system CONTINUED 97 2012 TL The headlight switch needs to blink when you unlock/lock the doors by grabbing or touching the sensor/ pushing the button on the driver's ...
Owner's Manual
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A beeper will also sound when you unlock but do not open the door. Changes how long it takes (in seconds) for manual transmission 98 2012 TL The exterior lights flash each time you press the LOCK or UNLOCK button. Set/Cancel all the customized settings as default. 130 131 133 134 1 : ... relock and the security system to P (A/T only) DRIVER DOOR With IGN OFF ALL DOORS With IGN OFF DRIVER DOOR 1 ALL DOORS ON 1 OFF 30 sec 1 60 sec 90 sec CANCEL SET Page 127 AUTO DOOR UNLOCK Changes when the doors automatically unlock. Setting Option OFF WITH VEH SPD 1 SHIFT FROM P (A/T only...
A beeper will also sound when you unlock but do not open the door. Changes how long it takes (in seconds) for manual transmission 98 2012 TL The exterior lights flash each time you press the LOCK or UNLOCK button. Set/Cancel all the customized settings as default. 130 131 133 134 1 : ... relock and the security system to P (A/T only) DRIVER DOOR With IGN OFF ALL DOORS With IGN OFF DRIVER DOOR 1 ALL DOORS ON 1 OFF 30 sec 1 60 sec 90 sec CANCEL SET Page 127 AUTO DOOR UNLOCK Changes when the doors automatically unlock. Setting Option OFF WITH VEH SPD 1 SHIFT FROM P (A/T only...
Owner's Manual
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... to the customize item screen. When your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. Select the desired setting (15 sec, 30 sec, or 60 sec) by pressing the INFO ( ) button repeatedly. To change how long the lights stay on before they fade out, follow these instructions:... You can choose this item to ''INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME'' and repeat the procedure again. / CONTINUED 121 2012 TL If the ''SETTING INCOMPLETE'' message appears, go back to customize from ''LIGHTING SETUP'' by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your ...
... to the customize item screen. When your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. Select the desired setting (15 sec, 30 sec, or 60 sec) by pressing the INFO ( ) button repeatedly. To change how long the lights stay on before they fade out, follow these instructions:... You can choose this item to ''INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME'' and repeat the procedure again. / CONTINUED 121 2012 TL If the ''SETTING INCOMPLETE'' message appears, go back to customize from ''LIGHTING SETUP'' by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your ...
Owner's Manual
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... long the lights stay on before they go off, follow these instructions: You can choose this item to see the selections. / Select the desired setting (60 sec, 30 sec, 15 sec or 0 sec) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the INFO ( ) button ...the remote with keyless access system, the lights go off after the selected time when you close the driver's door. Instruments and Controls 122 2012 TL Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the...
... long the lights stay on before they go off, follow these instructions: You can choose this item to see the selections. / Select the desired setting (60 sec, 30 sec, 15 sec or 0 sec) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the INFO ( ) button ...the remote with keyless access system, the lights go off after the selected time when you close the driver's door. Instruments and Controls 122 2012 TL Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the...
Owner's Manual
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... 30 seconds to enter the selecting mode. Press the SEL/RESET button to 60 or 90 seconds. Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. CONTINUED 133 2012 TL On models with keyless access system Instruments and Controls When you unlock the...
... 30 seconds to enter the selecting mode. Press the SEL/RESET button to 60 or 90 seconds. Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. CONTINUED 133 2012 TL On models with keyless access system Instruments and Controls When you unlock the...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance 532 2012 TL : Models equipped with the message, the system message indicator comes on (see pages 184 and 187. Once you turn ...each time you switch the display, this table: Calculated Engine Oil Life (%) 100% 91% 90% 81% 80% 71% 70% 61% 60% 51% 50% 41% 40% 31% 30% 21% 20% 16% 15% 11% 10% 6% 5% 1% 0% Displayed Engine Oil Life (%) 100% 90% 80%... 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM CODE(S) Pressing either INFO button ( / ) switches the display from the message to ...
Maintenance 532 2012 TL : Models equipped with the message, the system message indicator comes on (see pages 184 and 187. Once you turn ...each time you switch the display, this table: Calculated Engine Oil Life (%) 100% 91% 90% 81% 80% 71% 70% 61% 60% 51% 50% 41% 40% 31% 30% 21% 20% 16% 15% 11% 10% 6% 5% 1% 0% Displayed Engine Oil Life (%) 100% 90% 80%... 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM CODE(S) Pressing either INFO button ( / ) switches the display from the message to ...
Owner's Manual
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... miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). If you regularly drive your vehicle under 20°F, 29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/ 100,000 km (Canada). NOTE: Independent of mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3... if they are noisy. 5 6 2 : SH-AWD only 540 2012 TL Maintenance Minder 3 4 1 : If the message ''SERVICE DUE NOW'' does not appear more frequently than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine...
... miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). If you regularly drive your vehicle under 20°F, 29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/ 100,000 km (Canada). NOTE: Independent of mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3... if they are noisy. 5 6 2 : SH-AWD only 540 2012 TL Maintenance Minder 3 4 1 : If the message ''SERVICE DUE NOW'' does not appear more frequently than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine...
Owner's Manual
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For accurate results, wait about 60 seconds (but no longer than 90 seconds) before doing step 2. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. Maintenance CONTINUED 549 2012 TL Park the vehicle on , then shut off the engine. It should be between the upper and lower marks. Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Check the fluid...
For accurate results, wait about 60 seconds (but no longer than 90 seconds) before doing step 2. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. Maintenance CONTINUED 549 2012 TL Park the vehicle on , then shut off the engine. It should be between the upper and lower marks. Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Check the fluid...
Owner's Manual
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...Timing Belt Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission only MAX Timing Belt The timing belt should be replaced according to that level. Replace the timing belt every 60,000 miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km (Canada) if you regularly drive your vehicle in the clutch system. Have this system inspected as... soon as possible. 554 2012 TL Maintenance The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the following conditions: In very high temperatures (over 110...
...Timing Belt Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission only MAX Timing Belt The timing belt should be replaced according to that level. Replace the timing belt every 60,000 miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km (Canada) if you regularly drive your vehicle in the clutch system. Have this system inspected as... soon as possible. 554 2012 TL Maintenance The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the following conditions: In very high temperatures (over 110...
Owner's Manual
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...32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , Rear: 2.2 kgf/cm ) The compact spare tire pressure is: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) For convenience, the recommended tire sizes and cold tire pressures are on a label on the driver's... doorjamb. For additional technical information, see page 619 . TL and TL with Technology Package models Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 32...2.2 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , Rear: 2.2 kgf/cm ) P245/40R19 94V P245/45R18 96V 570 2012 TL
...32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , Rear: 2.2 kgf/cm ) The compact spare tire pressure is: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) For convenience, the recommended tire sizes and cold tire pressures are on a label on the driver's... doorjamb. For additional technical information, see page 619 . TL and TL with Technology Package models Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 32...2.2 kgf/cm ) 32 psi (220 kPa , Rear: 2.2 kgf/cm ) P245/40R19 94V P245/45R18 96V 570 2012 TL
Owner's Manual
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... the compact spare tire as you can see the tread wear indicator bars. The spare tire is not designed for mounting a regular tire. 582 2012 TL It should be inflated to flash, then stays on another vehicle unless it back on some road surfaces. Use greater caution while driving. Replace the... gives a harsher ride and less traction on your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it is replaced with the spare, this indicator begins to : 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) Follow these precautions: Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). Taking Care of the compact spare tire every time ...
... the compact spare tire as you can see the tread wear indicator bars. The spare tire is not designed for mounting a regular tire. 582 2012 TL It should be inflated to flash, then stays on another vehicle unless it back on some road surfaces. Use greater caution while driving. Replace the... gives a harsher ride and less traction on your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it is replaced with the spare, this indicator begins to : 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) Follow these precautions: Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). Taking Care of the compact spare tire every time ...
Owner's Manual
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Amps. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 50 A 40 A 30 A 60 A 40 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 30 A Circuits Protected IG Main Sub Fan Motor 1 Sub Fan Motor 2 Driver's Side Fuse Box Main Fan Motor Driver's Side Light Main Wiper Motor Passenger's Side Light Main 1 2 1 : Used on SH-AWD models 2 : Used on 2WD models 3 : If equipped 604 2012 TL Fuse Locations UNDER...
Amps. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 50 A 40 A 30 A 60 A 40 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 30 A Circuits Protected IG Main Sub Fan Motor 1 Sub Fan Motor 2 Driver's Side Fuse Box Main Fan Motor Driver's Side Light Main Wiper Motor Passenger's Side Light Main 1 2 1 : Used on SH-AWD models 2 : Used on 2WD models 3 : If equipped 604 2012 TL Fuse Locations UNDER...
Owner's Manual
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... light License plate lights Trunk light Door courtesy lights Vanity mirror lights Console compartment light Glove box Light Foot light Engine (2WD) Type 35 W (D2S) 60 W (HB3) 28/8 W (Amber) 3 CP 55 W (H11) 21 W (Amber) 16 W 3 CP LED 2 LED 2 LED 2 3 CP 5W 3.4 W 1.4 W 1.4 W 1.4 W LED 2 Bore x Stroke Displacement... type low beam headlights, replacement of a bulb should be performed by your dealer. 2 : Replacement of the fuse box door. CONTINUED 615 2012 TL Fuses Interior Technical Information Driver's side Passenger's side Battery Capacity Under-hood 12 V 12 V 55 AH/5 HR 65 AH/20 HR See ...
... light License plate lights Trunk light Door courtesy lights Vanity mirror lights Console compartment light Glove box Light Foot light Engine (2WD) Type 35 W (D2S) 60 W (HB3) 28/8 W (Amber) 3 CP 55 W (H11) 21 W (Amber) 16 W 3 CP LED 2 LED 2 LED 2 3 CP 5W 3.4 W 1.4 W 1.4 W 1.4 W LED 2 Bore x Stroke Displacement... type low beam headlights, replacement of a bulb should be performed by your dealer. 2 : Replacement of the fuse box door. CONTINUED 615 2012 TL Fuses Interior Technical Information Driver's side Passenger's side Battery Capacity Under-hood 12 V 12 V 55 AH/5 HR 65 AH/20 HR See ...
Owner's Manual
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... kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 1, 5 34 psi (235 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) 6 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 4, 4, 1 : TL 2 : TL with Technology Package 3 : TL with Advance Package and Canadian Elite Package 4 : SH-AWD 5 : SH-AWD with Technology Package 6... : SH-AWD with Advance Package and Canadian SH-AWD Elite Package Alignment Toe-in Camber Caster Front Rear Front Rear Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.08 in (2.0 mm) 0.5° 1° 3.8° Technical Information 616 2012 TL
... kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 1, 5 34 psi (235 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) 6 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 4, 4, 1 : TL 2 : TL with Technology Package 3 : TL with Advance Package and Canadian Elite Package 4 : SH-AWD 5 : SH-AWD with Technology Package 6... : SH-AWD with Advance Package and Canadian SH-AWD Elite Package Alignment Toe-in Camber Caster Front Rear Front Rear Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.08 in (2.0 mm) 0.5° 1° 3.8° Technical Information 616 2012 TL
Owner's Manual
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... (manual). If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your dealer. Do not use the cruise control. Technical Information 627 2012 TL Drive on the highway in city/suburban traffic for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for 90 seconds without using the... coast for at least 20 minutes. Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for several seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly;
... (manual). If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your dealer. Do not use the cruise control. Technical Information 627 2012 TL Drive on the highway in city/suburban traffic for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for 90 seconds without using the... coast for at least 20 minutes. Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for several seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly;
Owner's Manual
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... (see page 552 ). SH-AWD models API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent oil (see page 550 ). 2012 TL All models Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Acura ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid) (see page 544 ). Tire Pressure (measured cold): All models except ... kgf/cm ) SH-AWD with Advance Package and Canadian SH-AWD Elite Package Front/Rear: 34 psi (235 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) API Premium grade 0W-20 detergent oil (see ''Fuel Recommendations'' on page 468 ). Capacity: 2.2 US qt (2.1 )...
... (see page 552 ). SH-AWD models API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent oil (see page 550 ). 2012 TL All models Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Acura ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid) (see page 544 ). Tire Pressure (measured cold): All models except ... kgf/cm ) SH-AWD with Advance Package and Canadian SH-AWD Elite Package Front/Rear: 34 psi (235 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) API Premium grade 0W-20 detergent oil (see ''Fuel Recommendations'' on page 468 ). Capacity: 2.2 US qt (2.1 )...