Owner's Manual
Page 68
.... Malfunction Indicator Lamp You will also see a ''CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM'' message on about your vehicle. For more information, see a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but ...Belt Reminder Indicator This indicator comes on the multiinformation display. For more information, see pages 184 and 187. Instruments and Controls 64 2012 TL : Models equipped with the keyless access system have not fastened your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the ...
.... Malfunction Indicator Lamp You will also see a ''CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM'' message on about your vehicle. For more information, see a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but ...Belt Reminder Indicator This indicator comes on the multiinformation display. For more information, see pages 184 and 187. Instruments and Controls 64 2012 TL : Models equipped with the keyless access system have not fastened your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 82
... transmitter/ keyless access remote (see page 79 ). ON Mode is the equivalent of messages: normal display messages, engine oil life and maintenance messages, and system messages. You can select the displayed language and also customize some vehicle control ... on which remote transmitter/keyless access remote you operate your liking with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. For more...on the steering wheel (see page 170 ). Some of the messages help to ON. 78 2012 TL
... transmitter/ keyless access remote (see page 79 ). ON Mode is the equivalent of messages: normal display messages, engine oil life and maintenance messages, and system messages. You can select the displayed language and also customize some vehicle control ... on which remote transmitter/keyless access remote you operate your liking with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. For more...on the steering wheel (see page 170 ). Some of the messages help to ON. 78 2012 TL
Owner's Manual
Page 84
The lower segment displays the odometer/trip meter (A/B), outside temperature, and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s). Instruments and Controls UPPER SEGMENT In the normal display mode, the upper segment displays trip computer information, such as fuel ... message is shown. model is also displayed (see page 89 ) and you select the ON mode by operating the engine start/stop button. These messages can customize your vehicle control settings (see page 110 ). 80 2012 TL You will see some keyless access system messages until you can be customized (see page 94 ).
The lower segment displays the odometer/trip meter (A/B), outside temperature, and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s). Instruments and Controls UPPER SEGMENT In the normal display mode, the upper segment displays trip computer information, such as fuel ... message is shown. model is also displayed (see page 89 ) and you select the ON mode by operating the engine start/stop button. These messages can customize your vehicle control settings (see page 110 ). 80 2012 TL You will see some keyless access system messages until you can be customized (see page 94 ).
Owner's Manual
Page 89
... temperature display (see page 531 . 85 2012 TL This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is calculated based on the road surface. This shows the remaining engine oil life. When you start your vehicle speed...
... temperature display (see page 531 . 85 2012 TL This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is calculated based on the road surface. This shows the remaining engine oil life. When you start your vehicle speed...
Owner's Manual
Page 93
...switches these messages every 5 seconds. Even if you press the INFO ( / ) button, some messages stay on or come on for example the engine oil level is low or a door is corrected. On the next page is a list of the messages are several system messages to come on again ...You will show you can see the corresponding message(s) again by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for the first time. CONTINUED 89 2012 TL If the system message indicator remains lit on the steering wheel. It does this by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. The system...
...switches these messages every 5 seconds. Even if you press the INFO ( / ) button, some messages stay on or come on for example the engine oil level is low or a door is corrected. On the next page is a list of the messages are several system messages to come on again ...You will show you can see the corresponding message(s) again by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for the first time. CONTINUED 89 2012 TL If the system message indicator remains lit on the steering wheel. It does this by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. The system...
Owner's Manual
Page 478
Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. UPPER MARK Before Driving LOWER MARK DIPSTICK 1. Service Station Procedures Oil Check Park the vehicle on page 543 . 474 2012 TL It should be between the upper and lower marks. If it is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on a level surface. Remove the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. 4. Wipe off before you check the oil.
Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. UPPER MARK Before Driving LOWER MARK DIPSTICK 1. Service Station Procedures Oil Check Park the vehicle on page 543 . 474 2012 TL It should be between the upper and lower marks. If it is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on a level surface. Remove the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. 4. Wipe off before you check the oil.
Owner's Manual
Page 533
... to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to EPA standards. Maintenance Safety ...530 Maintenance MinderTM...531 Fluid Locations...541 Engine Compartment Covers...542 Adding Engine Oil ...543 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...544 Engine Coolant ...546 Windshield Washers ...548 Transmission Fluid ...549 Automatic Transmission...549 Manual Transmission ...551 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...553 Timing... Dust and Pollen Filter ...566 Exterior Care...566 Wiper Blades ...566 Tires ...568 Checking the Battery ...577 Vehicle Storage ...578 Interior Care ...579 Maintenance 529 2012 TL
... to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to EPA standards. Maintenance Safety ...530 Maintenance MinderTM...531 Fluid Locations...541 Engine Compartment Covers...542 Adding Engine Oil ...543 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...544 Engine Coolant ...546 Windshield Washers ...548 Transmission Fluid ...549 Automatic Transmission...549 Manual Transmission ...551 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...553 Timing... Dust and Pollen Filter ...566 Exterior Care...566 Wiper Blades ...566 Tires ...568 Checking the Battery ...577 Vehicle Storage ...578 Interior Care ...579 Maintenance 529 2012 TL
Owner's Manual
Page 535
.... Based on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine oil life is shown. CONTINUED 531 2012 TL Engine Oil Life Display REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE : Models equipped with the keyless access system have your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil life and displays it as a percentage. Maintenance MinderTM Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the multi-information...
.... Based on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine oil life is shown. CONTINUED 531 2012 TL Engine Oil Life Display REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE : Models equipped with the keyless access system have your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil life and displays it as a percentage. Maintenance MinderTM Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the multi-information...
Owner's Manual
Page 536
Maintenance 532 2012 TL : Models equipped with the message, the system message indicator comes on (see pages 184 and 187. Refer to page 540 for a complete list of the oil change. ON Mode is 15 to 6 percent, the multi-information display shows a ''SERVICE DUE SOON'' message along with the maintenance item ... time of the maintenance main items and sub items. The message appears on the multiinformation display 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%...
Maintenance 532 2012 TL : Models equipped with the message, the system message indicator comes on (see pages 184 and 187. Refer to page 540 for a complete list of the oil change. ON Mode is 15 to 6 percent, the multi-information display shows a ''SERVICE DUE SOON'' message along with the maintenance item ... time of the maintenance main items and sub items. The message appears on the multiinformation display 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%...
Owner's Manual
Page 537
... and the maintenance item codes on the multi-information display. When the remaining oil life is 5 to select the engine oil life information. Maintenance CONTINUED 533 2012 TL Maintenance MinderTM This message reminds you will soon be due for scheduled maintenance. REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE MAIN ITEM(S) SUB ITEM(S) MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM CODE SUB ITEM CODE...
... and the maintenance item codes on the multi-information display. When the remaining oil life is 5 to select the engine oil life information. Maintenance CONTINUED 533 2012 TL Maintenance MinderTM This message reminds you will soon be due for scheduled maintenance. REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE MAIN ITEM(S) SUB ITEM(S) MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM CODE SUB ITEM CODE...
Owner's Manual
Page 538
... the maintenance item code are displayed on the steering wheel repeatedly to select the engine oil life. Press the SEL/RESET button on the multi-information display when the calculated engine oil life is 1 to another display. If the indicated maintenance service is less than... This message is displayed when the total distance traveled is not done and the remaining engine oil life reaches 0%, the multiinformation display will go off. models) or 10 km (for U.S. Maintenance 534 2012 TL Maintenance MinderTM Pressing either INFO button ( / ) switches the display from the message ...
... the maintenance item code are displayed on the steering wheel repeatedly to select the engine oil life. Press the SEL/RESET button on the multi-information display when the calculated engine oil life is 1 to another display. If the indicated maintenance service is less than... This message is displayed when the total distance traveled is not done and the remaining engine oil life reaches 0%, the multiinformation display will go off. models) or 10 km (for U.S. Maintenance 534 2012 TL Maintenance MinderTM Pressing either INFO button ( / ) switches the display from the message ...
Owner's Manual
Page 539
... see pages 184 and 187. 535 2012 TL MAINTENANCE CODES Canada Press the SEL/RESET... Maintenance MinderTM These messages will show a ''SERVICE PAST DUE'' message, the total distance traveled after the remaining oil life became 0%, and the maintenance item code(s). TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE TRAVELED U.S. ON Mode is the equivalent ...and the maintenance item code are displayed on the multi-information display when the calculated engine oil life is not done and the remaining engine oil life becomes 0%, the multiinformation display will come on page 537 . The message ''SERVICE...
... see pages 184 and 187. 535 2012 TL MAINTENANCE CODES Canada Press the SEL/RESET... Maintenance MinderTM These messages will show a ''SERVICE PAST DUE'' message, the total distance traveled after the remaining oil life became 0%, and the maintenance item code(s). TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE TRAVELED U.S. ON Mode is the equivalent ...and the maintenance item code are displayed on the multi-information display when the calculated engine oil life is not done and the remaining engine oil life becomes 0%, the multiinformation display will come on page 537 . The message ''SERVICE...
Owner's Manual
Page 540
Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM Canada MAINTENANCE SUB ITEMS When you drive over 10 miles (for Canadian models) after the oil life became 0%, will be displayed on page 537 . For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see the message again, press either INFO ...the display as described on the multi-information display. To see page 540 . 536 2012 TL Maintenance MinderTM This message is displayed again when you press the SEL/RESET button to select the engine oil life, the message ''SERVICE,'' along with the maintenance item code(s) and the total ...
Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM Canada MAINTENANCE SUB ITEMS When you drive over 10 miles (for Canadian models) after the oil life became 0%, will be displayed on page 537 . For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see the message again, press either INFO ...the display as described on the multi-information display. To see page 540 . 536 2012 TL Maintenance MinderTM This message is displayed again when you press the SEL/RESET button to select the engine oil life, the message ''SERVICE,'' along with the maintenance item code(s) and the total ...
Owner's Manual
Page 541
...pages 184 and 187. 537 If the engine oil life is done by pressing the INFO ( ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to the ON (II) position. Turn the ignition switch to cancel the oil life reset mode, select ''CANCEL.'' Maintenance 2012 TL : Models equipped with the keyless access ...system have an engine start/stop button instead of ON (II). For more than your dealer, reset the Maintenance...
...pages 184 and 187. 537 If the engine oil life is done by pressing the INFO ( ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to the ON (II) position. Turn the ignition switch to cancel the oil life reset mode, select ''CANCEL.'' Maintenance 2012 TL : Models equipped with the keyless access ...system have an engine start/stop button instead of ON (II). For more than your dealer, reset the Maintenance...
Owner's Manual
Page 543
Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 553 . See page 568 . If you are unsure of ..., and license plate lights monthly. See page 549 . Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Maintenance CONTINUED 539 2012 TL Lights Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. See page 475 . Maintenance MinderTM Owner's Maintenance Checks You...
Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 553 . See page 568 . If you are unsure of ..., and license plate lights monthly. See page 549 . Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Maintenance CONTINUED 539 2012 TL Lights Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. See page 475 . Maintenance MinderTM Owner's Maintenance Checks You...
Owner's Manual
Page 544
... clearance Replace engine coolant Replace rear differential fluid 2 Driving in mountainous areas at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 5 6 2 : SH-AWD only 540 2012 TL Replace dust ... diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Maintenance MinderTM Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil 1 Replace engine oil 1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these conditions, have the differential fluid changed at very low...
... clearance Replace engine coolant Replace rear differential fluid 2 Driving in mountainous areas at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 5 6 2 : SH-AWD only 540 2012 TL Replace dust ... diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Maintenance MinderTM Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil 1 Replace engine oil 1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these conditions, have the differential fluid changed at very low...
Owner's Manual
Page 545
Fluid Locations WASHER FLUID (Black cap) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Maintenance RADIATOR CAP : Located under the cover 541 2012 TL
Fluid Locations WASHER FLUID (Black cap) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Maintenance RADIATOR CAP : Located under the cover 541 2012 TL
Owner's Manual
Page 547
... and carefully so you could damage the engine. Adding Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil Oil is highly recommended that it securely. This seal indicates the oil is formulated for your vehicle to your vehicle for optimum engine protection. API CERTIFICATION SEAL Ambient Temperature CONTINUED 543 2012 TL Install the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest...
... and carefully so you could damage the engine. Adding Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil Oil is highly recommended that it securely. This seal indicates the oil is formulated for your vehicle to your vehicle for optimum engine protection. API CERTIFICATION SEAL Ambient Temperature CONTINUED 543 2012 TL Install the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest...
Owner's Manual
Page 548
...the knowledge and proper equipment, you have this service. Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter SH-AWD models: Acura Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. 5W20 oil is the proper weight. Unless you should be raised on...round protection of your engine if they are not removed regularly. Synthetic Oil You may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability. Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. Maintenance Ambient Temperature 544 2012 TL The oil and filter collect contaminants...
...the knowledge and proper equipment, you have this service. Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter SH-AWD models: Acura Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. 5W20 oil is the proper weight. Unless you should be raised on...round protection of your engine if they are not removed regularly. Synthetic Oil You may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability. Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. Maintenance Ambient Temperature 544 2012 TL The oil and filter collect contaminants...
Owner's Manual
Page 549
... washer from your dealer) is required. If it before installing a new oil filter. 6. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 3. Engine oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) Maintenance CONTINUED 545 2012 TL Make sure to the instructions that come with the recommended oil. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it . Refill the...
... washer from your dealer) is required. If it before installing a new oil filter. 6. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 3. Engine oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) Maintenance CONTINUED 545 2012 TL Make sure to the instructions that come with the recommended oil. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it . Refill the...