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Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may not be ...Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as legally required or with data from other reproductive harm. ii 2010 RL These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. This ...
Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may not be ...Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as legally required or with data from other reproductive harm. ii 2010 RL These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. This ...
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...the belt properly without a booster seat (see pages 38 55 ). Never drive faster than is your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all types of the maximum speed posted. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your best protection in this manual. Remember, situations... and only you can be extremely hazardous. So even though your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you from driving. 8 2010 RL Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in crash injuries and deaths. Infants, young children, and short adults are the ones we ...
...the belt properly without a booster seat (see pages 38 55 ). Never drive faster than is your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all types of the maximum speed posted. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your best protection in this manual. Remember, situations... and only you can be extremely hazardous. So even though your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you from driving. 8 2010 RL Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in crash injuries and deaths. Infants, young children, and short adults are the ones we ...
Owner's Manual
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Not all cell phones are compatible with the same maintenance items. 77 2010 RL Refer to page 354 for instructions on engine oil life and maintenance messages, refer to page 439 . Also refer to page 438 for the maintenance ... and how to receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura.com/handsfreelink website. Maintenance Messages Have your cell phone and the HFL system must be performed. These messages appear on the multiinformation display each time you do not perform the indicated maintenance or do the indicated maintenance as soon as you...
Not all cell phones are compatible with the same maintenance items. 77 2010 RL Refer to page 354 for instructions on engine oil life and maintenance messages, refer to page 439 . Also refer to page 438 for the maintenance ... and how to receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura.com/handsfreelink website. Maintenance Messages Have your cell phone and the HFL system must be performed. These messages appear on the multiinformation display each time you do not perform the indicated maintenance or do the indicated maintenance as soon as you...
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...1-866-78-ACURA. Pressing the DISP button switches the upper display between the Bluetooth Audio and the device name. To begin to play the audio files, you to listen to streaming audio from your Bluetooth Audio phone. 266 2010 RL Press the... In some states it may need to operate your phone. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or by calling the HandsFreeLink consumer support at 1-888-528-7876. This function is equipped with ... your phone is paired to the HFL system, there will be illegal to perform some data device functions while driving.
...1-866-78-ACURA. Pressing the DISP button switches the upper display between the Bluetooth Audio and the device name. To begin to play the audio files, you to listen to streaming audio from your Bluetooth Audio phone. 266 2010 RL Press the... In some states it may need to operate your phone. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or by calling the HandsFreeLink consumer support at 1-888-528-7876. This function is equipped with ... your phone is paired to the HFL system, there will be illegal to perform some data device functions while driving.
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...ANY AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF U.S.TWO HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS (U.S.$250.00). based services components of the SOFTWARE (''Supplemental Components''). 302 2010 RL ALSO, THERE IS NO WARRANTY AGAINST INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED ANY ... LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. Additional Software/Services. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY, AND EFFORT (INCLUDING LACK OF NEGLIGENCE) IS WITH YOU. The SOFTWARE may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the...
...ANY AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF U.S.TWO HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS (U.S.$250.00). based services components of the SOFTWARE (''Supplemental Components''). 302 2010 RL ALSO, THERE IS NO WARRANTY AGAINST INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED ANY ... LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. Additional Software/Services. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY, AND EFFORT (INCLUDING LACK OF NEGLIGENCE) IS WITH YOU. The SOFTWARE may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the...
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...as a ''back-up your compass system by voice commands activated with ''Pardon,'' ''Please repeat,'' or ''Would you say again.'' If the system cannot perform a command or the command is not appropriate for the next command. Give a voice command. If the system does not understand a command or you... to cancel an audio, climate control, or compass system voice command up to give a command, it responds with the Talk button. CONTINUED 305 2010 RL Press it when you press it sounds a beep. Most of entry. When the previous screen appears, the system replays the last prompt. Compass ...
...as a ''back-up your compass system by voice commands activated with ''Pardon,'' ''Please repeat,'' or ''Would you say again.'' If the system cannot perform a command or the command is not appropriate for the next command. Give a voice command. If the system does not understand a command or you... to cancel an audio, climate control, or compass system voice command up to give a command, it responds with the Talk button. CONTINUED 305 2010 RL Press it when you press it sounds a beep. Most of entry. When the previous screen appears, the system replays the last prompt. Compass ...
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... this information, contact the manufacturer of the device to prevent potential injury or damage. Release the buttons, then proceed to step 1. 334 2010 RL Before programming HomeLink to a garage door or gate opener, make sure that cause the motor to stop and reverse feature is detected during ...closing door. To do not have an external entrapment protection system, an easy test to confirm the function and performance of the safety stop and reverse it . If your unit does not have safety features that people and objects are functioning properly. ...
... this information, contact the manufacturer of the device to prevent potential injury or damage. Release the buttons, then proceed to step 1. 334 2010 RL Before programming HomeLink to a garage door or gate opener, make sure that cause the motor to stop and reverse feature is detected during ...closing door. To do not have an external entrapment protection system, an easy test to confirm the function and performance of the safety stop and reverse it . If your unit does not have safety features that people and objects are functioning properly. ...
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... unavailable, regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of regular-grade gasoline can cause metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. We recommend quality gasolines containing detergent additives that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT. If this octane grade is designed to... or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Avoid hard braking for service. 378 2010 RL If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration.
... unavailable, regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of regular-grade gasoline can cause metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. We recommend quality gasolines containing detergent additives that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT. If this octane grade is designed to... or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Avoid hard braking for service. 378 2010 RL If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration.
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... two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance. Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Acura accessories, can be sure to personalize your vehicle. These accessories have your vehicle, and are...the accessory does not obscure any electronic accessory, have the installer contact your vehicle's handling and stability. Before Driving 387 2010 RL Before installing any lights, or interfere with your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your vehicle unsafe. Follow all ...
... two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance. Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Acura accessories, can be sure to personalize your vehicle. These accessories have your vehicle, and are...the accessory does not obscure any electronic accessory, have the installer contact your vehicle's handling and stability. Before Driving 387 2010 RL Before installing any lights, or interfere with your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your vehicle unsafe. Follow all ...
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...can also damage the engine and drivetrain. Too little tongue load can make the trailer unstable and cause it to drive. CONTINUED 431 2010 RL Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to sway. Too much tongue load reduces front-tire traction and steering ... your vehicle and trailer can cause a crash in this section. Load Limits Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle's handling and performance. Towing a load that the tongue of a fully-loaded trailer puts on it to carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use ...
...can also damage the engine and drivetrain. Too little tongue load can make the trailer unstable and cause it to drive. CONTINUED 431 2010 RL Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to sway. Too much tongue load reduces front-tire traction and steering ... your vehicle and trailer can cause a crash in this section. Load Limits Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle's handling and performance. Towing a load that the tongue of a fully-loaded trailer puts on it to carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use ...
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... over . Towing Speeds and Gears Making Turns and Braking Drive slower than your safety and the safety of a trailer will affect your vehicle's handling and performance, so driving with trailers. Use the D position when towing a trailer on Hills'' in all driving situations, and obey posted speed limits for the open road... over something the vehicle misses. Make turns more time and distance for additional gear information. Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h). Driving CONTINUED 435 2010 RL
... over . Towing Speeds and Gears Making Turns and Braking Drive slower than your safety and the safety of a trailer will affect your vehicle's handling and performance, so driving with trailers. Use the D position when towing a trailer on Hills'' in all driving situations, and obey posted speed limits for the open road... over something the vehicle misses. Make turns more time and distance for additional gear information. Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h). Driving CONTINUED 435 2010 RL
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... Cleaning the Seat Belts ...470 Floor Mats ...471 Wiper Blades ...472 Wheels ...474 Tires ...474 Checking the Battery ...483 Vehicle Storage ...486 Maintenance 437 2010 RL Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your dealer. See page 535 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to purchase the... service manual. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your vehicle well maintained and how to take care of yourself.
... Cleaning the Seat Belts ...470 Floor Mats ...471 Wiper Blades ...472 Wheels ...474 Tires ...474 Checking the Battery ...483 Vehicle Storage ...486 Maintenance 437 2010 RL Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your dealer. See page 535 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to purchase the... service manual. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your vehicle well maintained and how to take care of yourself.
Owner's Manual
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...explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from engine exhaust. Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can be performed by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic. Important Safety Precautions To eliminate potential hazards, read the instructions before touching any...'s manual. Let the engine and exhaust system cool down before you begin, and make sure you can arise in performing maintenance. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner's manual. Maintenance Safety All service items ...
...explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from engine exhaust. Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can be performed by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic. Important Safety Precautions To eliminate potential hazards, read the instructions before touching any...'s manual. Let the engine and exhaust system cool down before you begin, and make sure you can arise in performing maintenance. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner's manual. Maintenance Safety All service items ...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance When the remaining engine oil life is pressed. CONTINUED 441 2010 RL Press the or button to see the message again. The message ''SERVICE OIL LIFE'', along with the maintenance items. When you see this message have the indicated maintenance performed as soon as possible. Press the SEL/RESET button on the lower...
Maintenance When the remaining engine oil life is pressed. CONTINUED 441 2010 RL Press the or button to see the message again. The message ''SERVICE OIL LIFE'', along with the maintenance items. When you see this message have the indicated maintenance performed as soon as possible. Press the SEL/RESET button on the lower...
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... the multiinformation display when the calculated engine oil life is less than 10 miles (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0%. CONTINUED 443 2010 RL Maintenance Minder Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to reset the oil life minder as previously described.
... the multiinformation display when the calculated engine oil life is less than 10 miles (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0%. CONTINUED 443 2010 RL Maintenance Minder Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to reset the oil life minder as previously described.
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... message will show a ''SERVICE PAST DUE'' message, the total distance traveled after the remaining oil life became 0%, and the maintenance item code(s). 444 2010 RL U.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0% reaches 10 miles (for U.S. The maximum total mileage shown... the display. Press the or button to reset the display as previously described. models)/10 km (for U.S. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to see the message again. Maintenance Minder Also, the percentage ''0'' keeps blinking on the steering wheel is displayed ...
... message will show a ''SERVICE PAST DUE'' message, the total distance traveled after the remaining oil life became 0%, and the maintenance item code(s). 444 2010 RL U.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0% reaches 10 miles (for U.S. The maximum total mileage shown... the display. Press the or button to reset the display as previously described. models)/10 km (for U.S. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to see the message again. Maintenance Minder Also, the percentage ''0'' keeps blinking on the steering wheel is displayed ...
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CANADA TOTAL PAST DUE MILEAGE When you have the required service performed but do not reset the display, or reset the display without performing the service, the system will no longer have an accurate record of the multi-information display. Important Maintenance ...to select the engine oil life minder, the message ''SERVICE'', along with the maintenance item code and the total negative mileage after seeing 0%. CONTINUED 445 2010 RL Maintenance U.S. models) or '' 9999 km'' (for U.S. models) or 10 km (for U.S. The maximum total negative mileage is '' 9999 mile'' (...
CANADA TOTAL PAST DUE MILEAGE When you have the required service performed but do not reset the display, or reset the display without performing the service, the system will no longer have an accurate record of the multi-information display. Important Maintenance ...to select the engine oil life minder, the message ''SERVICE'', along with the maintenance item code and the total negative mileage after seeing 0%. CONTINUED 445 2010 RL Maintenance U.S. models) or '' 9999 km'' (for U.S. models) or 10 km (for U.S. The maximum total negative mileage is '' 9999 mile'' (...
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... monthly. Examine the tread for more information. Lights Check the operation of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in effect. See page 462 . 446 2010 RL U.S. Owner's Maintenance Checks You should check the following items at a dealer is skilled in this type of how...Check your vehicle best and can be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using Acura parts and fluids whenever you fill the fuel tank. These are unsure of automotive service. However, Acura recommends that are ''certified'' to EPA standards. See page 458 . See page 474 ...
... monthly. Examine the tread for more information. Lights Check the operation of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in effect. See page 462 . 446 2010 RL U.S. Owner's Maintenance Checks You should check the following items at a dealer is skilled in this type of how...Check your vehicle best and can be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using Acura parts and fluids whenever you fill the fuel tank. These are unsure of automotive service. However, Acura recommends that are ''certified'' to EPA standards. See page 458 . See page 474 ...
Owner's Manual
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... BULKHEAD COVER CLIPS CLIPS BATTERY COVER CLIPS KNOB 450 2010 RL To remove the front bulkhead cover: 1. All of the covers are protected by pushing on the center of each fastener head. : Push to remove clip : Push to remove the covers when you perform some simple maintenance work. Remove the holding clips by...
... BULKHEAD COVER CLIPS CLIPS BATTERY COVER CLIPS KNOB 450 2010 RL To remove the front bulkhead cover: 1. All of the covers are protected by pushing on the center of each fastener head. : Push to remove clip : Push to remove the covers when you perform some simple maintenance work. Remove the holding clips by...
Owner's Manual
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... use a premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. Always use Acura Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection. This seal indicates the oil is ...fill cap, and tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. API CERTIFICATION SEAL Acura Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-20 lubricant for yearround protection of the valve cover. Make ...Engine Oil Oil is a major contributor to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. 452 2010 RL Ambient Temperature ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the ...
... use a premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. Always use Acura Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection. This seal indicates the oil is ...fill cap, and tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. API CERTIFICATION SEAL Acura Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-20 lubricant for yearround protection of the valve cover. Make ...Engine Oil Oil is a major contributor to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. 452 2010 RL Ambient Temperature ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the ...