Owner's Manual
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... as legally required or with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ special ii 2011 TL Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with the permission of the vehicle owner. The data can be used to cause cancer and birth defects... law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance.
... as legally required or with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ special ii 2011 TL Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with the permission of the vehicle owner. The data can be used to cause cancer and birth defects... law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance.
Owner's Manual
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...with airbags, make sure you can change quickly, and only you and your passengers always wear your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all types of such problems, check your seat belts, and wear them , or are at lower speeds. Always Wear Your Seat Belt...this section, and throughout this page are designed to follow all instructions and warnings in all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 497 ). 6 2011 TL Be Aware of the maximum speed posted. Infants, young children, and short adults are not properly restrained. Generally, the higher the speed,...
...with airbags, make sure you can change quickly, and only you and your passengers always wear your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all types of such problems, check your seat belts, and wear them , or are at lower speeds. Always Wear Your Seat Belt...this section, and throughout this page are designed to follow all instructions and warnings in all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 497 ). 6 2011 TL Be Aware of the maximum speed posted. Infants, young children, and short adults are not properly restrained. Generally, the higher the speed,...
Owner's Manual
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Keyless Access System Emergency Engine Stop The engine start/stop button may NOT lock. 186 2011 TL If you must stop the engine, do either emergency engine stop button once when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is absolutely necessary ..., the power mode will NOT lock. Do not press the button while driving unless it is in Park (automatic transmission), do either procedure. If you perform either of the following operations: Press and hold the engine start /stop the engine due to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), however, the steering wheel may be...
Keyless Access System Emergency Engine Stop The engine start/stop button may NOT lock. 186 2011 TL If you must stop the engine, do either emergency engine stop button once when the vehicle is stopped and the shift lever is absolutely necessary ..., the power mode will NOT lock. Do not press the button while driving unless it is in Park (automatic transmission), do either procedure. If you perform either of the following operations: Press and hold the engine start /stop the engine due to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), however, the steering wheel may be...
Owner's Manual
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...will be illegal to perform some data device functions while driving. This message will go off when the phone is only available on phones that your phone is recognized, you to listen to streaming audio from your Bluetooth Audio compatible phone. To begin to play . 270 2011 TL Push the AUX ...button again to play . This function is recognized, then the system begins to play the audio files, you will see iPod, USB, or AUX in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or...
...will be illegal to perform some data device functions while driving. This message will go off when the phone is only available on phones that your phone is recognized, you to listen to streaming audio from your Bluetooth Audio compatible phone. To begin to play . 270 2011 TL Push the AUX ...button again to play . This function is recognized, then the system begins to play the audio files, you will see iPod, USB, or AUX in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or...
Owner's Manual
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...on the HDD can be overwritten. Turn the dial to select AUDIO MENU in the HDD playback screen or CD playback screen. 3. NOTE: Once you perform an update, any information you wish to select ''Clear Personal Data,'' and press ENTER. 4. On the ''Set up ,'' and press ENTER. 2. ...Press the INFO button, rotate the interface dial to select ''Set up (Other)'' screen, rotate the interface dial to delete. 334 2011 TL Turn the interface dial and select Update Gracenote Info, then press ENTER on the confirmation screen. Push the interface selector down to select Yes on...
...on the HDD can be overwritten. Turn the dial to select AUDIO MENU in the HDD playback screen or CD playback screen. 3. NOTE: Once you perform an update, any information you wish to select ''Clear Personal Data,'' and press ENTER. 4. On the ''Set up ,'' and press ENTER. 2. ...Press the INFO button, rotate the interface dial to select ''Set up (Other)'' screen, rotate the interface dial to delete. 334 2011 TL Turn the interface dial and select Update Gracenote Info, then press ENTER on the confirmation screen. Push the interface selector down to select Yes on...
Owner's Manual
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...use Gracenote Data only by Gracenote'' logo are registered trademarks of the Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers. 336 2011 TL If your non-exclusive license to cease any third party. The Gracenote logo and logotype, and the ''Powered by means of...the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers for U.S. Gracenote and CDDB are trademarks of the intended End-User functions or this application to perform disc and/or file identification and obtain musicrelated information, including name, artist, track, and title information (''Gracenote Data'') from online...
...use Gracenote Data only by Gracenote'' logo are registered trademarks of the Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers. 336 2011 TL If your non-exclusive license to cease any third party. The Gracenote logo and logotype, and the ''Powered by means of...the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers for U.S. Gracenote and CDDB are trademarks of the intended End-User functions or this application to perform disc and/or file identification and obtain musicrelated information, including name, artist, track, and title information (''Gracenote Data'') from online...
Owner's Manual
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...streaming audio capabilities are paired and linked to operate your Bluetooth Audio phone. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or by calling the HandsFreeLink consumer support at the last mode, you to listen to play . For more information...with navigation system) Your vehicle is equipped with a Bluetooth Audio system, which allows you will see the Bluetooth Audio 360 2011 TL This function is paired and linked to perform some states, provinces, and territories, it may need to the vehicle's Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) system (see page 406 ...
...streaming audio capabilities are paired and linked to operate your Bluetooth Audio phone. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or by calling the HandsFreeLink consumer support at the last mode, you to listen to play . For more information...with navigation system) Your vehicle is equipped with a Bluetooth Audio system, which allows you will see the Bluetooth Audio 360 2011 TL This function is paired and linked to perform some states, provinces, and territories, it may need to the vehicle's Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) system (see page 406 ...
Owner's Manual
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... If you do not have an external entrapment protection system, an easy test to confirm the function and performance of the safety stop and reverse features. Important Safety Precautions Refer to step 1. 386 2011 TL These units do this information, contact the manufacturer of the equipment. When programming a garage door opener, park just...
... If you do not have an external entrapment protection system, an easy test to confirm the function and performance of the safety stop and reverse features. Important Safety Precautions Refer to step 1. 386 2011 TL These units do this information, contact the manufacturer of the equipment. When programming a garage door opener, park just...
Owner's Manual
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... to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to come on. Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle's future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to operate on premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 91 or higher. During this , raise the engine speed by shifting... switch to maintain good perf ormance, f uel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the use gasoline containing methanol. Do not use of gasoline. 444 2011 TL If you drive the vehicle at low engine speed (below about 1,000 rpm) in decreased engine...
... to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to come on. Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle's future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to operate on premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 91 or higher. During this , raise the engine speed by shifting... switch to maintain good perf ormance, f uel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the use gasoline containing methanol. Do not use of gasoline. 444 2011 TL If you drive the vehicle at low engine speed (below about 1,000 rpm) in decreased engine...
Owner's Manual
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...help avoid build-up of deposits in the driver's door (to help maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle, or on information on gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit My Acura at the retail location. For more information on gasoline. Qualifying gasoline retailers will,...additional information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com. This fuel is guaranteed to the service station pump. 2. CONTINUED 445 2011 TL Park with the driver's side closest to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic additives. Service Station...
...help avoid build-up of deposits in the driver's door (to help maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle, or on information on gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit My Acura at the retail location. For more information on gasoline. Qualifying gasoline retailers will,...additional information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com. This fuel is guaranteed to the service station pump. 2. CONTINUED 445 2011 TL Park with the driver's side closest to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic additives. Service Station...
Owner's Manual
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...Acura accessories may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle, and are covered by warranty. Before Driving 453 2011 TL Make sure the accessory does not obscure any accessory: Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance... your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your dealer inspect the final installation. Accessories Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you make your vehicle unsafe. Accessories installed in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications...
...Acura accessories may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle, and are covered by warranty. Before Driving 453 2011 TL Make sure the accessory does not obscure any accessory: Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance... your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your dealer inspect the final installation. Accessories Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you make your vehicle unsafe. Accessories installed in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications...
Owner's Manual
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If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your dealer. See page 599 for simple maintenance tasks you may be done by ... Dust and Pollen Filter ...532 Exterior Care...532 Wiper Blades ...532 Tires ...534 Checking the Battery ...542 Vehicle Storage ...544 Interior Care ...545 Maintenance 495 2011 TL Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of yourself. U.S. Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle, you may want to take care...
If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your dealer. See page 599 for simple maintenance tasks you may be done by ... Dust and Pollen Filter ...532 Exterior Care...532 Wiper Blades ...532 Tires ...534 Checking the Battery ...542 Vehicle Storage ...544 Interior Care ...545 Maintenance 495 2011 TL Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of yourself. U.S. Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle, you may want to take care...
Owner's Manual
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... sure you operate the engine. Be sure there is off. Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should perform a given task. 496 2011 TL Only you can decide whether or not you of every conceivable hazard that can be seriously hurt or killed. Do not run... the engine unless instructed to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you can arise in performing maintenance. To clean parts, use ...
... sure you operate the engine. Be sure there is off. Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should perform a given task. 496 2011 TL Only you can decide whether or not you of every conceivable hazard that can be seriously hurt or killed. Do not run... the engine unless instructed to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you can arise in performing maintenance. To clean parts, use ...
Owner's Manual
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... to the ON (II) position, and press the SEL/RESET button on the engine operating conditions, the onboard computer in your dealer perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. For more information, see the current engine oil life displayed on the multi-information display, turn... switch to show you when you should have an engine start/stop button instead of ON (II). model is displayed. U.S. CONTINUED 497 2011 TL ON Mode is the equivalent of an ignition switch. Engine Oil Life Indicator REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE : Models equipped with the keyless access ...
... to the ON (II) position, and press the SEL/RESET button on the engine operating conditions, the onboard computer in your dealer perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. For more information, see the current engine oil life displayed on the multi-information display, turn... switch to show you when you should have an engine start/stop button instead of ON (II). model is displayed. U.S. CONTINUED 497 2011 TL ON Mode is the equivalent of an ignition switch. Engine Oil Life Indicator REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE : Models equipped with the keyless access ...
Owner's Manual
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... LIFE'' message, you see the percentage of the remaining engine oil life and the maintenance item codes on the multi-information display. Maintenance CONTINUED 499 2011 TL When the remaining oil life is 5 to select the engine oil life information. Along with . Maintenance MinderTM This message reminds you that your vehicle will...
... LIFE'' message, you see the percentage of the remaining engine oil life and the maintenance item codes on the multi-information display. Maintenance CONTINUED 499 2011 TL When the remaining oil life is 5 to select the engine oil life information. Along with . Maintenance MinderTM This message reminds you that your vehicle will...
Owner's Manual
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... have an engine start/stop button instead of ON (II). The message ''SERVICE,'' along with the keyless access system have the service performed, and make sure to reset the display as described on the steering wheel repeatedly to another display. For more information, see the message...button ( / ) switches the display from the message to select the engine oil life. Press the SEL/RESET button on page 503 . Maintenance CONTINUED 501 2011 TL ON Mode is 0 to the ON (II) position. : Models equipped with ''0%,'' and the maintenance item code are displayed on every time you turn ...
... have an engine start/stop button instead of ON (II). The message ''SERVICE,'' along with the keyless access system have the service performed, and make sure to reset the display as described on the steering wheel repeatedly to another display. For more information, see the message...button ( / ) switches the display from the message to select the engine oil life. Press the SEL/RESET button on page 503 . Maintenance CONTINUED 501 2011 TL ON Mode is 0 to the ON (II) position. : Models equipped with ''0%,'' and the maintenance item code are displayed on every time you turn ...
Owner's Manual
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...) after the oil life became 0%, will be displayed on the multi-information display. To see page 506 . 502 2011 TL TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE TRAVELED U.S. models) or 10 km (for U.S. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to select the engine oil life, the message ''SERVICE,'' along with the maintenance item code...
...) after the oil life became 0%, will be displayed on the multi-information display. To see page 506 . 502 2011 TL TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE TRAVELED U.S. models) or 10 km (for U.S. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to select the engine oil life, the message ''SERVICE,'' along with the maintenance item code...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance may be done by the multiinformation display. 504 2011 TL Keep all maintenance services should be confident of their performance and durability. We recommend using Acura parts and fluids whenever you can be performed in accordance with will not void your Maintenance Journal or Canadian Maintenance Log. Vehicles: According to state and federal regulations, failure...
Maintenance may be done by the multiinformation display. 504 2011 TL Keep all maintenance services should be confident of their performance and durability. We recommend using Acura parts and fluids whenever you can be performed in accordance with will not void your Maintenance Journal or Canadian Maintenance Log. Vehicles: According to state and federal regulations, failure...
Owner's Manual
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Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 519 . Lights Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. If you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and ...the fluid level monthly. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. Maintenance CONTINUED 505 2011 TL See page 448 . Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. See page 515 .
Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 519 . Lights Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. If you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and ...the fluid level monthly. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. Maintenance CONTINUED 505 2011 TL See page 448 . Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. See page 515 .
Owner's Manual
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... remove the covers: 1. Pull the bulkhead cover straight up to remove the covers when you perform some simple maintenance work. Engine Compartment Covers The component parts in the engine compartment are in their proper positions. 508 2011 TL RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER LEFT ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER BULKHEAD COVER When reinstalling the covers, make...
... remove the covers: 1. Pull the bulkhead cover straight up to remove the covers when you perform some simple maintenance work. Engine Compartment Covers The component parts in the engine compartment are in their proper positions. 508 2011 TL RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER LEFT ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER BULKHEAD COVER When reinstalling the covers, make...