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... information) ...629 Authorized Manuals (U.S. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents 2012 TL Online Reference Owner's Model Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety ...and steering column) ...61 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)...225 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...467 Driving (engine and transmission operation)...485 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, ...
... information) ...629 Authorized Manuals (U.S. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents 2012 TL Online Reference Owner's Model Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety ...and steering column) ...61 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)...225 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...467 Driving (engine and transmission operation)...485 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, ...
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... ...64 Gauges ...76 Fuel Gauge ...76 Temperature Gauge ...77 Multi-Information Display ...78 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...136 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...137 Turn Signals and Headlights ...139 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...141 Daytime Running...154 Emergency Trunk Opener ...156 Remote Transmitter ...157 Seats ...161 Trunk Pass-through Cover ...166 Mirrors ...167 Driving Position Memory System...170 Keyless Access System...173 Keyless Access Remote ...179 Engine Start/Stop Button ...183 Seat ...219 Interior Lights ...220 Instruments and Controls Control Locations ...62 61 2012 TL
... ...64 Gauges ...76 Fuel Gauge ...76 Temperature Gauge ...77 Multi-Information Display ...78 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...136 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...137 Turn Signals and Headlights ...139 Automatic Lighting Off Feature ...141 Daytime Running...154 Emergency Trunk Opener ...156 Remote Transmitter ...157 Seats ...161 Trunk Pass-through Cover ...166 Mirrors ...167 Driving Position Memory System...170 Keyless Access System...173 Keyless Access Remote ...179 Engine Start/Stop Button ...183 Seat ...219 Interior Lights ...220 Instruments and Controls Control Locations ...62 61 2012 TL
Owner's Manual
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... the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at any other drivers cannot see a ''CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM'' message on when you are signaling. Instruments and Controls 70 2012 TL : Models equipped with the keyless access system have it usually means one of ON (II). Electric Power...this happens, stop button instead of the vehicle flash. With the indicator on, the EPS may also happen if you hold the steering wheel on the outside of an ignition switch. For more information, see pages 558 and 562 ). When you signal a lane change or turn ...
... the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at any other drivers cannot see a ''CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM'' message on when you are signaling. Instruments and Controls 70 2012 TL : Models equipped with the keyless access system have it usually means one of ON (II). Electric Power...this happens, stop button instead of the vehicle flash. With the indicator on, the EPS may also happen if you hold the steering wheel on the outside of an ignition switch. For more information, see pages 558 and 562 ). When you signal a lane change or turn ...
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..., see page 504 . When the needle reaches E, there is a problem in the SH-AWD system. model is 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. LOW FUEL INDICATOR U.S.... gal (9.6 ) on at any other time, there is a very small amount of ON (II). You will also see pages 184 and 187. 73 2012 TL For more information, see a ''LOW FUEL'' message on as a reminder that you turn the ignition switch to have an engine start/stop button instead of...
..., see page 504 . When the needle reaches E, there is a problem in the SH-AWD system. model is 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. LOW FUEL INDICATOR U.S.... gal (9.6 ) on at any other time, there is a very small amount of ON (II). You will also see pages 184 and 187. 73 2012 TL For more information, see a ''LOW FUEL'' message on as a reminder that you turn the ignition switch to have an engine start/stop button instead of...
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...the messages help to keep you use, and the driver's seat and the outside mirrors move to ON. 78 2012 TL ON Mode is used . For more comfortably. Others help you operate your liking with the keyless access system have ... When you unlock and open the driver's door, the display shows ''DRIVER 1'' or ''DRIVER 2'' depending on the steering wheel (see page 170 ). On models with keyless access system : Models equipped with the multi-information display and the three buttons...are three types of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving.
...the messages help to keep you use, and the driver's seat and the outside mirrors move to ON. 78 2012 TL ON Mode is used . For more comfortably. Others help you operate your liking with the keyless access system have ... When you unlock and open the driver's door, the display shows ''DRIVER 1'' or ''DRIVER 2'' depending on the steering wheel (see page 170 ). On models with keyless access system : Models equipped with the multi-information display and the three buttons...are three types of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving.
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... the instrument panel gauges and indicators. 146 2012 TL Move the steering wheel up or down, and in a crash. Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. 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 lock the steering...
... the instrument panel gauges and indicators. 146 2012 TL Move the steering wheel up or down, and in a crash. Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. 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 lock the steering...
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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. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. You will also see a ''REMOVE KEY'' message on the multi-information display. Remove ... a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. Firmly turn the steering wheel to page 184 for information on as you turn the key. The switch returns to start /stop button. 151 2012 TL The shift lever must also be in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I ) to turn...
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. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. You will also see a ''REMOVE KEY'' message on the multi-information display. Remove ... a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. Firmly turn the steering wheel to page 184 for information on as you turn the key. The switch returns to start /stop button. 151 2012 TL The shift lever must also be in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I ) to turn...
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...be used . Some electrical components such as the audio system and accessory power sockets can be operated. The steering wheel is locked. Engine is shut down . Normal key position while driving. IndicatorGreen (engine is turned off) Off (engine is running) All electrical components can be used . Keyless ...OFF (LOCK) Indicator-Off Engine is turned off and power is turned off. Use this position to ON after the engine starts. 187 2012 TL No electrical components can be used . The ignition switch returns to the ON (II) position when you release the key. ACCESSORY ON ...
...be used . Some electrical components such as the audio system and accessory power sockets can be operated. The steering wheel is locked. Engine is shut down . Normal key position while driving. IndicatorGreen (engine is turned off) Off (engine is running) All electrical components can be used . Keyless ...OFF (LOCK) Indicator-Off Engine is turned off and power is turned off. Use this position to ON after the engine starts. 187 2012 TL No electrical components can be used . The ignition switch returns to the ON (II) position when you release the key. ACCESSORY ON ...
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...for three seconds. Instruments and Controls 192 2012 TL In this case, the power mode will NOT lock. Do not press the button while driving unless it is in Park (automatic transmission), do either emergency engine stop procedure. However, the steering wheel will change to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF... (LOCK) whenever you must stop the engine, do either of the following operations: Press and hold the engine start/ stop button for the engine to an emergency situation even while driving. Keyless Access System ...
...for three seconds. Instruments and Controls 192 2012 TL In this case, the power mode will NOT lock. Do not press the button while driving unless it is in Park (automatic transmission), do either emergency engine stop procedure. However, the steering wheel will change to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF... (LOCK) whenever you must stop the engine, do either of the following operations: Press and hold the engine start/ stop button for the engine to an emergency situation even while driving. Keyless Access System ...
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... also eject discs when the ignition switch is off. If you can load another disc in the drive. When a disc is ejected first. The disc that was last selected is removed from a slot... the system automatically begins the load sequence so you turn the system back on the steering wheel to remove all the discs from the changer, first select it left off the ignition switch,...Protecting Discs For information on how to the previous mode (AM, FM, or XM Radio). Features 262 2012 TL Then the system returns to handle and protect compact discs, see page 381 . To remove a different...
... also eject discs when the ignition switch is off. If you can load another disc in the drive. When a disc is ejected first. The disc that was last selected is removed from a slot... the system automatically begins the load sequence so you turn the system back on the steering wheel to remove all the discs from the changer, first select it left off the ignition switch,...Protecting Discs For information on how to the previous mode (AM, FM, or XM Radio). Features 262 2012 TL Then the system returns to handle and protect compact discs, see page 381 . To remove a different...
Owner's Manual
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...folders or tracks. If you return to select the Scan icon, and press ENTER on the steering wheel to play the last track sampled. You can also press the MODE button on the interface selector.... For more information to select the OFF icon, and press ENTER on the disc. Features 313 2012 TL You will hear a 10second sampling of disc mode, press the AM/FM button, the button, or the.../AAC Disc This audio system plays CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD-ROM, and DVD-R/RW compressed in the drive. To turn this feature off, press the SCAN side of an ignition switch. Playing a Disc (Models with...
...folders or tracks. If you return to select the Scan icon, and press ENTER on the steering wheel to play the last track sampled. You can also press the MODE button on the interface selector.... For more information to select the OFF icon, and press ENTER on the disc. Features 313 2012 TL You will hear a 10second sampling of disc mode, press the AM/FM button, the button, or the.../AAC Disc This audio system plays CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD-ROM, and DVD-R/RW compressed in the drive. To turn this feature off, press the SCAN side of an ignition switch. Playing a Disc (Models with...
Owner's Manual
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... 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your vehicle speed increases going up and down . CONTINUED 401 2012 TL Cruise Control Cruise control allows you are going down a hill, use . 2. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator... is not in use the brakes to a crash. It should be left on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on straight, open highways in the CRUISE... activated. Features Improper use of the cruise control can be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the...
... 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your vehicle speed increases going up and down . CONTINUED 401 2012 TL Cruise Control Cruise control allows you are going down a hill, use . 2. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator... is not in use the brakes to a crash. It should be left on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on straight, open highways in the CRUISE... activated. Features Improper use of the cruise control can be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the...
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... cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Before Driving 480 2012 TL Some examples are a universal design, can make the systems ineffective. Non-Acura wheels, because they are : Lowering the vehicle with a nonAcura suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage...
... cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Before Driving 480 2012 TL Some examples are a universal design, can make the systems ineffective. Non-Acura wheels, because they are : Lowering the vehicle with a nonAcura suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage...
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...with Keyless Access System) ...489 Manual Transmission...491 Automatic Transmission...494 Driving with the Paddle Shifters ...499 Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System ...504 Parking ...506 Braking System...507... Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...508 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...510 Hill Start Assist ...512 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...514 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) ...519 Towing a Trailer ...528 Towing Your Vehicle ...528 Driving 485 2012 TL...
...with Keyless Access System) ...489 Manual Transmission...491 Automatic Transmission...494 Driving with the Paddle Shifters ...499 Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System ...504 Parking ...506 Braking System...507... Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...508 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...510 Hill Start Assist ...512 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...514 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) ...519 Towing a Trailer ...528 Towing Your Vehicle ...528 Driving 485 2012 TL...
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...your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see pages 63 , 76 and and 78 ). 486 2012 TL Make sure the doors are clean and unobstructed. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside lights... (see page 161 ). 7. Check the seat adjustment (see page 167 ). 8. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 146 ). 11.When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the...Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that any items you drive your seat belt. Driving 6. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do these checks and adjustments before you may be carrying...
...your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see pages 63 , 76 and and 78 ). 486 2012 TL Make sure the doors are clean and unobstructed. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside lights... (see page 161 ). 7. Check the seat adjustment (see page 167 ). 8. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 146 ). 11.When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the...Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that any items you drive your seat belt. Driving 6. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do these checks and adjustments before you may be carrying...
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Pull (left ) paddle shifter on the instrument panel. CONTINUED 499 2012 TL To shift up or down manually with the paddle shifters. When you pull either side of the steering wheel. You can shift the transmission up or down, use the (right) or (left ) to reduce the rpm. You will see... 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 can upshift the transmission manually to downshift. Downshifting with the paddle shifter allows you pull (right), the transmission...
Pull (left ) paddle shifter on the instrument panel. CONTINUED 499 2012 TL To shift up or down manually with the paddle shifters. When you pull either side of the steering wheel. You can shift the transmission up or down, use the (right) or (left ) to reduce the rpm. You will see... 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 can upshift the transmission manually to downshift. Downshifting with the paddle shifter allows you pull (right), the transmission...
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... shows you the amount of torque distributed to each wheel. Each wheel right front (RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), ~~~~~~ and left rear (LR) has its own torque indicator. 504 2012 TL Driving TORQUE INDICATOR U.S. SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor TORQUE ...INDICATOR Each torque indicator is only a slight change in torque distribution. This is shown. model is not a system problem. The SH-AWD torque distribution monitor on level roads at reasonable speeds and to all wheel drive...
... shows you the amount of torque distributed to each wheel. Each wheel right front (RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), ~~~~~~ and left rear (LR) has its own torque indicator. 504 2012 TL Driving TORQUE INDICATOR U.S. SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor TORQUE ...INDICATOR Each torque indicator is only a slight change in torque distribution. This is shown. model is not a system problem. The SH-AWD torque distribution monitor on level roads at reasonable speeds and to all wheel drive...
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... (I ) position so the steering wheel does not lock. CONTINUED 607 2012 TL This is the equivalent of the Unexpected The only way you contact the towing agency, inform them off the engine. Towing with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of the all-wheel-drive system. On SH-AWD models...
... (I ) position so the steering wheel does not lock. CONTINUED 607 2012 TL This is the equivalent of the Unexpected The only way you contact the towing agency, inform them off the engine. Towing with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of the all-wheel-drive system. On SH-AWD models...
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... ...387, 401, 407, 424 Stereo Sound System ...235 Storing Your Vehicle ...578 Sun Visors ...217 Sunglasses Holder ...218 Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (TM) (SH-AWD ) ...73, 504 Supplemental Restraint System ...24 Servicing ...35 SRS Indicator...32 System Components...24 Synthetic Oil ...544 T... Sensor ...234 Tether Anchorage Points ...51 Theft Protection, Radio...390 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...625 Tighten Fuel Cap Message ...471 Tilt the Steering Wheel...146 Time, Setting the ...391 Tire Chains ...575 Tire, How to Change a Flat ...583 Tire Information ...617 Tire Labeling ...619 Tire ...
... ...387, 401, 407, 424 Stereo Sound System ...235 Storing Your Vehicle ...578 Sun Visors ...217 Sunglasses Holder ...218 Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (TM) (SH-AWD ) ...73, 504 Supplemental Restraint System ...24 Servicing ...35 SRS Indicator...32 System Components...24 Synthetic Oil ...544 T... Sensor ...234 Tether Anchorage Points ...51 Theft Protection, Radio...390 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...625 Tighten Fuel Cap Message ...471 Tilt the Steering Wheel...146 Time, Setting the ...391 Tire Chains ...575 Tire, How to Change a Flat ...583 Tire Information ...617 Tire Labeling ...619 Tire ...
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Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 ) Recommended Engine Oil: 2WD models SH-AWD models Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura All-Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF) only. Manual Transmission Fluid: Acura Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 552 ). Tire Pressure...pump octane number of 91 or higher required (see page 543 ). SH-AWD models API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent oil (see page 550 ). 2012 TL Capacity: SH-AWD differential case 2.67 US qt (2.53 ) Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API...
Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 ) Recommended Engine Oil: 2WD models SH-AWD models Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura All-Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF) only. Manual Transmission Fluid: Acura Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 552 ). Tire Pressure...pump octane number of 91 or higher required (see page 543 ). SH-AWD models API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent oil (see page 550 ). 2012 TL Capacity: SH-AWD differential case 2.67 US qt (2.53 ) Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API...