Owner's Manual
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... driving trouble-free while it at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents i 2012 TL Your dealer is intended to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep your satisfaction and will... vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you will give you avoid damage to read this manual. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at any questions and concerns. Introduction Congratulations! One of driving pleasure. Maintaining your vehicle... manual, you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2012 Acura TL was a wise investment.
... driving trouble-free while it at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents i 2012 TL Your dealer is intended to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep your satisfaction and will... vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you will give you avoid damage to read this manual. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at any questions and concerns. Introduction Congratulations! One of driving pleasure. Maintaining your vehicle... manual, you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2012 Acura TL was a wise investment.
Owner's Manual
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... ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-TK4-6310 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 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...
... ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-TK4-6310 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 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...
Owner's Manual
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... (P. 206) TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON (P. 154) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 470) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 472) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG(P. 9, 26) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 389) A/T model with navigation system is shown. : If equipped HOMELINK BUTTONS (P. 404) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 210) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 145) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 26) BSI ALERT INDICATOR (P. 522) AUDIO (P. 235...) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 494) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 491) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 215) Your Vehicle at a Glance ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 215) USB ADAPTER CABLE (P. 266, 275, 356, 367) 3 2012 TL
... (P. 206) TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON (P. 154) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 470) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 472) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG(P. 9, 26) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 389) A/T model with navigation system is shown. : If equipped HOMELINK BUTTONS (P. 404) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 210) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 145) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 26) BSI ALERT INDICATOR (P. 522) AUDIO (P. 235...) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 494) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 491) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 215) Your Vehicle at a Glance ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 215) USB ADAPTER CABLE (P. 266, 275, 356, 367) 3 2012 TL
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If equipped Refer to the navigation system owner's manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS (P. 139, 143) INSTRUMENT PANEL ... 145) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON (P. 145/169) ENGINE START/ STOP BUTTON (P. 184) KEYLESS ACCESS REMOTE SLOT (P. 197) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS for NAVIGATION SYSTEM 3/ BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM (P. 425) Your Vehicle at a Glance PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 34) PHONE BUTTON 2 (P. 424) HORN 1 INTERFACE DIAL 3 ... the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. Switch location varies on models. 4 2012 TL
If equipped Refer to the navigation system owner's manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS (P. 139, 143) INSTRUMENT PANEL ... 145) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON (P. 145/169) ENGINE START/ STOP BUTTON (P. 184) KEYLESS ACCESS REMOTE SLOT (P. 197) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS for NAVIGATION SYSTEM 3/ BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM (P. 425) Your Vehicle at a Glance PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 34) PHONE BUTTON 2 (P. 424) HORN 1 INTERFACE DIAL 3 ... the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. Switch location varies on models. 4 2012 TL
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... RELEASE BUTTON (P. 470) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 472) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 202) SEAT HEATER/VENTILATION BUTTONS (P. 204) USB ADAPTER CABLE (P. 266, 275, 356, 367) A/T model with navigation system is shown. : If equipped 62 2012 TL
... RELEASE BUTTON (P. 470) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 472) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 202) SEAT HEATER/VENTILATION BUTTONS (P. 204) USB ADAPTER CABLE (P. 266, 275, 356, 367) A/T model with navigation system is shown. : If equipped 62 2012 TL
Owner's Manual
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Multi-Information Display Trip Computer (See page 83) Instruments and Controls HFL 1 (See page 88) Customized Settings (See page 94) Tire Pressure for Each Tire (See page 86) SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor (See page 86) 2 : Press the INFO button ( / ). 1: On models without navigation system only This display will be shown when the Bluetooth HandsFreeLink is shown. CONTINUED 81 2012 TL model is activated. 2: S H-AW D m odels only U.S.
Multi-Information Display Trip Computer (See page 83) Instruments and Controls HFL 1 (See page 88) Customized Settings (See page 94) Tire Pressure for Each Tire (See page 86) SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor (See page 86) 2 : Press the INFO button ( / ). 1: On models without navigation system only This display will be shown when the Bluetooth HandsFreeLink is shown. CONTINUED 81 2012 TL model is activated. 2: S H-AW D m odels only U.S.
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... system must be linked. Multi-Information Display Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To use the system, your cell phone. 88 2012 TL Refer to page 412 for instructions on the navigation screen (see page 427 ). Instruments and Controls U.S. On models with this system. In Canada, visit www....handsfreelink.ca , or call (888) 528-7876. model is shown. Not all cell phones are compatible with navigation system You can receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura...
... system must be linked. Multi-Information Display Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To use the system, your cell phone. 88 2012 TL Refer to page 412 for instructions on the navigation screen (see page 427 ). Instruments and Controls U.S. On models with this system. In Canada, visit www....handsfreelink.ca , or call (888) 528-7876. model is shown. Not all cell phones are compatible with navigation system You can receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura...
Owner's Manual
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Switch location varies on models. 136 2012 TL If equipped Refer to the navigation system owner's manual. Controls Near the Steering Wheel REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 387) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS (P. 139, 143... DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON (P. 145, 169) PHONE BUTTON (P. 424) 2 INTERFACE DIAL 3 (P. 285) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS for SELECTOR KNOB 2 (P. 236) HORN 1 NAVIGATION SYSTEM 3/ BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 202) STEERING WHEEL MULTI-INFORMATION (P. 407, 425) SEAT HEATER/VENTILATION BUTTONS 2 (P. 204) ADJUSTMENTS DISPLAY BUTTONS KEYLESS ACCESS ...
Switch location varies on models. 136 2012 TL If equipped Refer to the navigation system owner's manual. Controls Near the Steering Wheel REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 387) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS (P. 139, 143... DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON (P. 145, 169) PHONE BUTTON (P. 424) 2 INTERFACE DIAL 3 (P. 285) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS for SELECTOR KNOB 2 (P. 236) HORN 1 NAVIGATION SYSTEM 3/ BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 202) STEERING WHEEL MULTI-INFORMATION (P. 407, 425) SEAT HEATER/VENTILATION BUTTONS 2 (P. 204) ADJUSTMENTS DISPLAY BUTTONS KEYLESS ACCESS ...
Owner's Manual
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... the brightness reaches the maximum level, ''BRIGHTNESS MAXIMUM LEVEL'' appears on the multi-information display while you finish adjusting. 144 2012 TL The level of brightness is equipped with the navigation system, the navigation system screen will hear a beep when it . If your vehicle is shown on the display. Instruments and Controls U.S. This can...
... the brightness reaches the maximum level, ''BRIGHTNESS MAXIMUM LEVEL'' appears on the multi-information display while you finish adjusting. 144 2012 TL The level of brightness is equipped with the navigation system, the navigation system screen will hear a beep when it . If your vehicle is shown on the display. Instruments and Controls U.S. This can...
Owner's Manual
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... Make sure the driver always carries the remote/built-in keys do not set . Use only Acura-approved key blanks. When you ever have received a key number tag with you, you to... get wet, dry them . The built-in key set heavy objects on them immediately with navigation system Your vehicle has a keyless access system. There is disabled. Protect the remote and the built...-in key, and do not contain batteries. Instruments and Controls 173 2012 TL Keep the remote and the built-in key. You carry a cell phone, a laptop computer, or...
... Make sure the driver always carries the remote/built-in keys do not set . Use only Acura-approved key blanks. When you ever have received a key number tag with you, you to... get wet, dry them . The built-in key set heavy objects on them immediately with navigation system Your vehicle has a keyless access system. There is disabled. Protect the remote and the built...-in key, and do not contain batteries. Instruments and Controls 173 2012 TL Keep the remote and the built-in key. You carry a cell phone, a laptop computer, or...
Owner's Manual
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... Driver 2) is shown on the back of each remote activates the customized settings related to be reprogrammed by your remote, each remote. 182 2012 TL Customized settings (see the navigation system manual). Climate control settings (see page 285 ). Protect the remote from extreme temperatures. Do not immerse the remote in any liquid. Keyless...
... Driver 2) is shown on the back of each remote activates the customized settings related to be reprogrammed by your remote, each remote. 182 2012 TL Customized settings (see the navigation system manual). Climate control settings (see page 285 ). Protect the remote from extreme temperatures. Do not immerse the remote in any liquid. Keyless...
Owner's Manual
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... Flash Memory Device ...272 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages ...280 Bluetooth Audio System ...281 Models with navigation system Climate Control System ...226 Using Automatic Climate Control ...228 Audio System ...285 Playing the AM/FM...395 Compass...397 Cruise Control ...401 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...404 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ...407 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ...424 AcuraLink (U.S. Features The climate control system in all weather conditions. ...only) ...449 Rearview Camera and Monitor ...465 Features 225 2012 TL
... Flash Memory Device ...272 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages ...280 Bluetooth Audio System ...281 Models with navigation system Climate Control System ...226 Using Automatic Climate Control ...228 Audio System ...285 Playing the AM/FM...395 Compass...397 Cruise Control ...401 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...404 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ...407 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ...424 AcuraLink (U.S. Features The climate control system in all weather conditions. ...only) ...449 Rearview Camera and Monitor ...465 Features 225 2012 TL
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Climate Control System Models without navigation system DRIVER'S SIDE DISPLAY DISPLAY PASSENGER'S SIDE DISPLAY DRIVER'S SIDE AUTO BUTTON DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH PASSENGER'S SIDE AUTO BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH PASSENGER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON Features DRIVER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON SYNC BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON U.S. model is shown. 226 2012 TL
Climate Control System Models without navigation system DRIVER'S SIDE DISPLAY DISPLAY PASSENGER'S SIDE DISPLAY DRIVER'S SIDE AUTO BUTTON DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH PASSENGER'S SIDE AUTO BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH PASSENGER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON Features DRIVER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON SYNC BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON U.S. model is shown. 226 2012 TL
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Climate Control System Models with navigation system DRIVER'S SIDE DISPLAY DRIVER'S SIDE AUTO BUTTON DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH CENTER DISPLAY PASSENGER'S SIDE DISPLAY PASSENGER'S SIDE AUTO BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH Features DRIVER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON SYNC BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS U.S. model is shown. 227 2012 TL
Climate Control System Models with navigation system DRIVER'S SIDE DISPLAY DRIVER'S SIDE AUTO BUTTON DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH CENTER DISPLAY PASSENGER'S SIDE DISPLAY PASSENGER'S SIDE AUTO BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH Features DRIVER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON SYNC BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS U.S. model is shown. 227 2012 TL
Owner's Manual
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...the fan speed and airflow levels. 1. The system also dehumidifies the interior. Climate Control System Voice Control System On models with navigation system The climate control system for complete details. You will , as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to...control settings are turned to the respective mode automatically with the ignition switch in the center display on models with navigation system). 228 2012 TL See the navigation system manual for your remote transmitter (keyless access remote on models with the temperature control switch. Each set ...
...the fan speed and airflow levels. 1. The system also dehumidifies the interior. Climate Control System Voice Control System On models with navigation system The climate control system for complete details. You will , as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to...control settings are turned to the respective mode automatically with the ignition switch in the center display on models with navigation system). 228 2012 TL See the navigation system manual for your remote transmitter (keyless access remote on models with the temperature control switch. Each set ...
Owner's Manual
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... is synchronized to the driver's side set the temperature to each temperature based on that side. Turning on the system with navigation system position which is independently regulated for short periods only. In AUTO mode, the vehicle's interior temperature is updated automatically by the...button selects your last climate control selection. If one side of the vehicle is taken out of the sunlight sensor and the sun's 229 2012 TL Features When you press this button, the indicator in the button comes on the driver's side and the passenger's side separately. Climate Control...
... is synchronized to the driver's side set the temperature to each temperature based on that side. Turning on the system with navigation system position which is independently regulated for short periods only. In AUTO mode, the vehicle's interior temperature is updated automatically by the...button selects your last climate control selection. If one side of the vehicle is taken out of the sunlight sensor and the sun's 229 2012 TL Features When you press this button, the indicator in the button comes on the driver's side and the passenger's side separately. Climate Control...
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.... When the indicator is off , the system cannot regulate the inside temperature if you turn the A/C off , air is brought in recirculation mode, particularly with navigation system). The outside temperature. Keeping the system in from the vehicle's interior is sent through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to decrease it is... the temperature control below the outside air intakes for the climate control system are at the base of the vehicle (fresh air mode). Features 230 2012 TL All other debris.
.... When the indicator is off , the system cannot regulate the inside temperature if you turn the A/C off , air is brought in recirculation mode, particularly with navigation system). The outside temperature. Keeping the system in from the vehicle's interior is sent through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to decrease it is... the temperature control below the outside air intakes for the climate control system are at the base of the vehicle (fresh air mode). Features 230 2012 TL All other debris.
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When the indicator in the button is shown. 232 2012 TL Dual Temperature and Mode Control Your vehicle has two temperature control switches and two mode control buttons, one for the driver, and one for the .... DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH PASSENGER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH Features DRIVER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON SYNC BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON U.S. model with navigation system is on, the SYNC indicator also comes on. The driver's side and the passenger's side temperature and mode can be set separately from the...
When the indicator in the button is shown. 232 2012 TL Dual Temperature and Mode Control Your vehicle has two temperature control switches and two mode control buttons, one for the driver, and one for the .... DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH PASSENGER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH Features DRIVER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON SYNC BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON U.S. model with navigation system is on, the SYNC indicator also comes on. The driver's side and the passenger's side temperature and mode can be set separately from the...
Owner's Manual
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Climate Control System Synchronized Control The selected temperatures and mode appear in the display (in the SYNC button is displayed as or . When you can adjust both sides to its upper or lower limit, it is on models with navigation system). Driver's Side Passenger's Side Features REAR FLOOR AIR DUCTS 233 2012 TL When the indicator in the center display on , you set the temperature to the same temperature and mode by pushing the driver's side temperature and mode controls.
Climate Control System Synchronized Control The selected temperatures and mode appear in the display (in the SYNC button is displayed as or . When you can adjust both sides to its upper or lower limit, it is on models with navigation system). Driver's Side Passenger's Side Features REAR FLOOR AIR DUCTS 233 2012 TL When the indicator in the center display on , you set the temperature to the same temperature and mode by pushing the driver's side temperature and mode controls.
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Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle's audio system. For vehicles without navigation system, see pages 285 through 284 . Features Models Without navigation system Models With navigation system For vehicles with navigation system, see pages 236 through 380 . 235 2012 TL Audio System An audio system is standard on all models.
Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle's audio system. For vehicles without navigation system, see pages 285 through 284 . Features Models Without navigation system Models With navigation system For vehicles with navigation system, see pages 236 through 380 . 235 2012 TL Audio System An audio system is standard on all models.