Owner's Manual
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Canadian models only Refer to the navigation system manual. 2008 RL 5 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.351) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.140, 142) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.364) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.378) ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.144) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH...
Canadian models only Refer to the navigation system manual. 2008 RL 5 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.351) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.140, 142) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.364) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.378) ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.144) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH...
Owner's Manual
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... in protecting yourself and your part. Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) ...Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks (11) Front Seat Belt Tensioners/ Seat Belt E-pretensioners 2008 RL 9 These include a strong steel framework that tighten the front seat belts in a proper position and always wear your seat belts.
... in protecting yourself and your part. Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) ...Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks (11) Front Seat Belt Tensioners/ Seat Belt E-pretensioners 2008 RL 9 These include a strong steel framework that tighten the front seat belts in a proper position and always wear your seat belts.
Owner's Manual
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... If your seat belt is fastened, the beeper will sound and the indicator will also see page 79 ). Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 2008 RL 21 The front seat belts are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to...indicator will flash again at regular intervals. You will flash. The seat belt system includes an indicator on models with collision mitigation brake system (CMBS), seat belt e-pretensioners. This system monitors the front seat belts. This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to monitor whether...
... If your seat belt is fastened, the beeper will sound and the indicator will also see page 79 ). Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 2008 RL 21 The front seat belts are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to...indicator will flash again at regular intervals. You will flash. The seat belt system includes an indicator on models with collision mitigation brake system (CMBS), seat belt e-pretensioners. This system monitors the front seat belts. This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to monitor whether...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle gets too close to the vehicle ahead of it in combination with the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS) (see page 361 ) and the brake pedal assist function (see page 358 ). 24 2008 RL In addition, the front passenger's e-pretensioner does not activate when the passenger's airbag is automatically turned off indicator...
... your vehicle gets too close to the vehicle ahead of it in combination with the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS) (see page 361 ) and the brake pedal assist function (see page 358 ). 24 2008 RL In addition, the front passenger's e-pretensioner does not activate when the passenger's airbag is automatically turned off indicator...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (1) (8) (2) (10) (5) (1) Driver's Airbag (2) Front Passenger's Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners/ Seat Belt E-pretensioners (3) (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (5) (7) Front Passenger's Seat Weight Sensors (8) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (9) Side Impact Sensors (First) (10) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors (9) (7) (9) (6) (4) 2008 RL (4) : On models with CMBS 26
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (1) (8) (2) (10) (5) (1) Driver's Airbag (2) Front Passenger's Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners/ Seat Belt E-pretensioners (3) (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (5) (7) Front Passenger's Seat Weight Sensors (8) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (9) Side Impact Sensors (First) (10) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors (9) (7) (9) (6) (4) 2008 RL (4) : On models with CMBS 26
Owner's Manual
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... too far forward, the airbag will be turned off (see page 35 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags On models with CMBS, seat belt e-pretensioners (see page 24 ). If the seat is disconnected in case your airbags, sensors, seat belt tensioners (see page 34 ), or, on the... dashboard that alerts you to a possible problem with less force (see page 23 ). An indicator on models with CMBS, front seat belt e-pretensioners (see page 24 ). Emergency backup power in a crash. 28...
... too far forward, the airbag will be turned off (see page 35 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags On models with CMBS, seat belt e-pretensioners (see page 24 ). If the seat is disconnected in case your airbags, sensors, seat belt tensioners (see page 34 ), or, on the... dashboard that alerts you to a possible problem with less force (see page 23 ). An indicator on models with CMBS, front seat belt e-pretensioners (see page 24 ). Emergency backup power in a crash. 28...
Owner's Manual
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... the driver's or the passenger's side of the vehicle. For example: If the SRS indicator does not come on that side of the vehicle. 34 2008 RL To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags, occupants should have the system checked by your airbags, seat belt tensioners, and, on briefly... then goes off while you to the ON (II) position, this indicator comes on models with CMBS, seat belt e-pretensioners. This tells you turn the ignition switch to a potential problem with your dealer.
... the driver's or the passenger's side of the vehicle. For example: If the SRS indicator does not come on that side of the vehicle. 34 2008 RL To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags, occupants should have the system checked by your airbags, seat belt tensioners, and, on briefly... then goes off while you to the ON (II) position, this indicator comes on models with CMBS, seat belt e-pretensioners. This tells you turn the ignition switch to a potential problem with your dealer.
Owner's Manual
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... AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.35, 63) ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED POWER STEERING SYSTEM (ECPS) INDICATOR (P.68) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63, 449) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) INDICATOR (P.69) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.66) LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR (P.67, 371) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.21, 62) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P.34... (P.62, 448) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62, 447) SH-AWD INDICATOR (P.66) The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped. 2008 RL 61
... AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.35, 63) ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED POWER STEERING SYSTEM (ECPS) INDICATOR (P.68) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63, 449) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) INDICATOR (P.69) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.66) LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR (P.67, 371) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.21, 62) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P.34... (P.62, 448) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62, 447) SH-AWD INDICATOR (P.66) The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped. 2008 RL 61
Owner's Manual
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...this happens, stop the vehicle in the front grille. You will also see page 78 ). When this indicator is on as a 2008 RL 69 It comes on , the CMBS is a problem with the AFS system; If this happens, take your vehicle to a dealer, and have turned off the next time... Security System Indicator reminder that you will also see a ''CHECK ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see a ''CHECK CMBS SYSTEM'' message on for a few seconds when you have it checked. When you turn the ignition switch to have turned off or blinks again,...
...this happens, stop the vehicle in the front grille. You will also see page 78 ). When this indicator is on as a 2008 RL 69 It comes on , the CMBS is a problem with the AFS system; If this happens, take your vehicle to a dealer, and have turned off the next time... Security System Indicator reminder that you will also see a ''CHECK ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see a ''CHECK CMBS SYSTEM'' message on for a few seconds when you have it checked. When you turn the ignition switch to have turned off or blinks again,...
Owner's Manual
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If equipped. 136 2008 RL Canadian models only On models with navigation system, refer to the navigation system manual. Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT ...) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.178)/ SEAT HEATER AND SEAT VENTILATION BUTTONS (P.179) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.351) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P.140, 142) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) OFF SWITCH 4 (P.364) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.378) ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH 4 (P.144) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 2 (P.138) MIRROR CONTROLS...
If equipped. 136 2008 RL Canadian models only On models with navigation system, refer to the navigation system manual. Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT ...) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.178)/ SEAT HEATER AND SEAT VENTILATION BUTTONS (P.179) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.351) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P.140, 142) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS) OFF SWITCH 4 (P.364) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.378) ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH 4 (P.144) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 2 (P.138) MIRROR CONTROLS...
Owner's Manual
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The radar sensor for ACC is shared with the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS). MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY ACC INDICATOR RES/ACCEL BUTTON ACC BUTTON SET/DECEL BUTTON DISTANCE BUTTON CANCEL BUTTON 280 2008 RL For more information on the radar sensor, see page 361 . For more information on the steering wheel, and the ACC functions of the multi-information display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ACC Components If equipped Adaptive cruise control (ACC) consists of a radar sensor in the front grille, the ACC buttons on CMBS, see page 362 .
The radar sensor for ACC is shared with the collision mitigation brake system (CMBS). MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY ACC INDICATOR RES/ACCEL BUTTON ACC BUTTON SET/DECEL BUTTON DISTANCE BUTTON CANCEL BUTTON 280 2008 RL For more information on the radar sensor, see page 361 . For more information on the steering wheel, and the ACC functions of the multi-information display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ACC Components If equipped Adaptive cruise control (ACC) consists of a radar sensor in the front grille, the ACC buttons on CMBS, see page 362 .
Owner's Manual
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... are controlled by providing a direct communication link between your vehicle and the Acura Server. Diagnostic information to make a selection, push the center of messages, including: Operating tips and information on the screen. 2008 RL 299 It displays and receives several kinds of the selector (ENTER) to ...go to keep your vehicle in top condition. The knob turns left , right, up, down, and in your vehicle. Main Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink RL Technology Package and RL CMBS/ PAX ...
... are controlled by providing a direct communication link between your vehicle and the Acura Server. Diagnostic information to make a selection, push the center of messages, including: Operating tips and information on the screen. 2008 RL 299 It displays and receives several kinds of the selector (ENTER) to ...go to keep your vehicle in top condition. The knob turns left , right, up, down, and in your vehicle. Main Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink RL Technology Package and RL CMBS/ PAX ...
Owner's Manual
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... Parking ...357 Braking System...358 Anti-lock Brakes(ABS) ...359 Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) ...361 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...371 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...377 Towing a Trailer ...379 Towing Your Vehicle ...384 Driving 2008 RL 345 It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super...
... Parking ...357 Braking System...358 Anti-lock Brakes(ABS) ...359 Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) ...361 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...371 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...377 Towing a Trailer ...379 Towing Your Vehicle ...384 Driving 2008 RL 345 It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle in front of you to a potential collision while there is time to prevent it. RADAR SENSOR BRAKE ACTUATOR SEAT BELT E-PRETENSIONER Driving The CMBS consists of a radar sensor in the front grille, a brake actuator in the engine compartment, an indicator on the instrument panel, seat belt...difference between your vehicle before an unavoidable collision occurs and, if possible, to avoid the collision. When the CMBS activates, the brake lights also come on the dashboard. 2008 RL 361 It is designed to reduce the speed of the brakes, and causing the e-pretensioners to tighten the ...
...vehicle in front of you to a potential collision while there is time to prevent it. RADAR SENSOR BRAKE ACTUATOR SEAT BELT E-PRETENSIONER Driving The CMBS consists of a radar sensor in the front grille, a brake actuator in the engine compartment, an indicator on the instrument panel, seat belt...difference between your vehicle before an unavoidable collision occurs and, if possible, to avoid the collision. When the CMBS activates, the brake lights also come on the dashboard. 2008 RL 361 It is designed to reduce the speed of the brakes, and causing the e-pretensioners to tighten the ...
Owner's Manual
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...Do not tamper with water or a mild detergent. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Radar Sensor BOLTS (Do not tamper) Do not allow anything to a dealer. If the front ...emblem or the radar sensor ever needs to malfunction. 362 2008 RL If it gets dirty, clean it , the CMBS will automatically shut off switch, and have your vehicle to impact the radar... sensor or the emblem. If the emblem is located behind the Acura emblem in the front ...
...Do not tamper with water or a mild detergent. Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Radar Sensor BOLTS (Do not tamper) Do not allow anything to a dealer. If the front ...emblem or the radar sensor ever needs to malfunction. 362 2008 RL If it gets dirty, clean it , the CMBS will automatically shut off switch, and have your vehicle to impact the radar... sensor or the emblem. If the emblem is located behind the Acura emblem in the front ...
Owner's Manual
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...make sure the tire pressures are correct (see page 419 ), and that driving on a road with a f ew or no vehicles could cause a CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR message to the suspension (see Tires on , the radar sensor constantly scans f or vehicles ahead of a heavy load in good condition (see ...the correct size and in the rear or from modifications to the suspension. Driving 2008 RL 363 Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) The radar sensor may not always scan as intended. When the CMBS is on page 419 ). This is tilted because of you. Always make any...
...make sure the tire pressures are correct (see page 419 ), and that driving on a road with a f ew or no vehicles could cause a CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR message to the suspension (see Tires on , the radar sensor constantly scans f or vehicles ahead of a heavy load in good condition (see ...the correct size and in the rear or from modifications to the suspension. Driving 2008 RL 363 Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) The radar sensor may not always scan as intended. When the CMBS is on page 419 ). This is tilted because of you. Always make any...
Owner's Manual
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... means to prevent a collision (apply the brakes, change lanes, etc.). To turn the CMBS off, press the CMBS OFF switch on the multi-information display. If these alarms come on , press the switch again for about 1 second. 364 2008 RL When you with an audible and a visual alarm. The audible alarm is an amber...
... means to prevent a collision (apply the brakes, change lanes, etc.). To turn the CMBS off, press the CMBS OFF switch on the multi-information display. If these alarms come on , press the switch again for about 1 second. 364 2008 RL When you with an audible and a visual alarm. The audible alarm is an amber...
Owner's Manual
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Driving 2008 RL 365 Extended off . A dirty emblem on the multi-information display for about 5 seconds. When the system shuts off, the CMBS indicator in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.). Driving your vehicle in the instrument panel comes on, and a CHECK CMBS SYSTEM message appears on the front grille... automatically recover when these conditions are improved. Automatic Shut Off Any of the conditions below can cause the CMBS to the ON (II) position, the CMBS is detected (wrong tire size, flat tire, etc.). An abnormal tire condition is turned on if it was on previously....
Driving 2008 RL 365 Extended off . A dirty emblem on the multi-information display for about 5 seconds. When the system shuts off, the CMBS indicator in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.). Driving your vehicle in the instrument panel comes on, and a CHECK CMBS SYSTEM message appears on the front grille... automatically recover when these conditions are improved. Automatic Shut Off Any of the conditions below can cause the CMBS to the ON (II) position, the CMBS is detected (wrong tire size, flat tire, etc.). An abnormal tire condition is turned on if it was on previously....
Owner's Manual
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... indicator comes on for several seconds when you turn off . If the indicator comes on at any other time and a CHECK CMBS SYSTEM message appears on for about 1 second. 366 2008 RL When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. When the system shuts off by a dealer. It also... comes on and stays on , make sure the vehicle is stopped and the ignition switch is a problem with the CMBS. To turn the CMBS back on when you...
... indicator comes on for several seconds when you turn off . If the indicator comes on at any other time and a CHECK CMBS SYSTEM message appears on for about 1 second. 366 2008 RL When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. When the system shuts off by a dealer. It also... comes on and stays on , make sure the vehicle is stopped and the ignition switch is a problem with the CMBS. To turn the CMBS back on when you...
Owner's Manual
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... and approach the vehicle ahead of you at a slow speed. The vehicle ahead of you is too short. CONTINUED 2008 RL 367 Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Limitations The CMBS may not activate under some conditions. Here are a few examples: The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead...
... and approach the vehicle ahead of you at a slow speed. The vehicle ahead of you is too short. CONTINUED 2008 RL 367 Main Menu Table Of Contents Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Limitations The CMBS may not activate under some conditions. Here are a few examples: The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead...