power steering Acura RL 2006 Owner's Manual

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .60
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Instrument Panel .61
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Instrument Panel Indicators .62
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Gauges .70
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Temperature Gauge .70
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Fuel Gauge .70
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Multi-Inf ormation Display .71
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel .133
Windshield Wipers and .....................................
Washers .134
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Turn Signal .136
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Headlights .136
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Fog Lights .138
Adaptive Front Lighting System .........................................
(AFS) .139
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Hazard Warning Button .141
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Instrument Panel Brightness .141
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Rear Window Def ogger .142
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Steering Wheel Adjustments .143
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Keys and Locks .145
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Immobilizer System .146
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Ignition Switch .147
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Door Locks .148
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Trunk .149
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Emergency Trunk Opener .150 ................
Childproof Door Locks .150
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Seats .151
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Mirrors .154
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .156
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Keyless Access System .159
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Seat Heaters .174
Seat Heaters and Seat .................................
Ventilation .175
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Power Windows .177
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Moonroof .179
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Parking Brake .183
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Interior Convenience Items .184
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Glove Box .185
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Beverage Holders .186
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Console Compartment .187
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Sun Visors .188
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Accessory Power Sockets .188
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Rear Ashtrays .189
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Front Door Pockets .189
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Power Rear Sunshade .190
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Integrated Sunshades .191
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Interior Lights .192
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR KEYLESS ACCESS
SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP
SH-AWD INDICATORLOW FUEL INDICATOR
LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATORELECTRONICALLY
CONTROLLED
POWER STEERING
SYSTEM (ECPS)
INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR
MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY MESSAGE INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P.64)
(P.68)
(P.62, 409)
(P.66)
(P.68)
(P.69)
(P.71)
(P.62, 410)
(P.62, 409)
(P.67,320) COLLISION MITIGATION
BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS)
INDICATOR
(P.69)
(P.66)
(P.67, 394)
(P.64)(P.
21,62 )(P.63,
321)
(P.68)
(P.35,
63)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
(P.64,
323)
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC)
INDICATOR
(P.66,
237) (P.
66) /
(P.34, 63)
ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING
SYSTEM (AFS) INDICATOR (P.69,
139)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(SRS) INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
VSA
ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
(P.
339 ) (P.66) HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR(P.65,
339)

This indicator normally comes on
when you turn the ignition to the ON
(II) position and goes of f af ter the
engine starts. If it comes on at any
other time, there is a problem with
the power steering system. You will
also see a ‘‘CHECK POWER
STEERING SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ). If this happens, stop the
vehicle in a safe place, and turn off
the engine. Reset the system by
restarting the engine, and watch this
indicator. If it does not go of f or
comes back on again while driving,
take the vehicle to your dealer to
have it checked. With the indicator
on, the ECPS is turned of f , which
could make the vehicle harder to
steer.This indicator comes on when there
is a system message in the multi-
inf ormation display. Press the INFO
button on the steering wheel (see
page ) to see the message (see
page ).
Most of the time, this indicator
comes on along with other indicators
in the instrument panel such as the
seat belt reminder indicator, SRS
indicator, VSA system indicator, etc.
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it comes on at any other
time, it indicates that there is a
problem with the system. You will
also see a ‘‘CHECK KEYLESS
ACCESS SYSTEM’’ message on the
multi-inf ormation display (see page
). For more inf ormation, see page.
The indicator comes on when you
run the engine while the vehicle is
not moving. To turn the indicator of f , restart the engine.
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Message Indicator
Electronically Controlled
Power Steering System
(ECPS) Indicator K eyless Access System
Indicator
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When you turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK (0) position and release it,
or remove the built-in key f rom the
ignition switch, the steering wheel
automatically moves f ully in and up.
The steering wheel returns to its
original position when you push the
ignition switch or insert the built-in
key back in the ignition switch.
Steering wheel movement is also
controlled by the driving position
memory system (see page ).
To change the ‘‘AUTO TILT &
TELESCOPIC’’ setting, see page. If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, or the
f use f or the power tilt and telescopic
steering wheel is removed, the
power tilt and telescopic steering
wheel system needs to be reset
when you reconnect the battery or
install the f use.
Push the ignition switch for more
than 1 second and release it, or
insert the built-in key into the
ignition switch, and remove it. The
steering wheel automatically moves
f ully in and up to let you know the
system is reset.
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Steering Wheel A djustments
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The ignition switch has f our
positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY
(I), ON (II), and START (III). Use this position
only to start the engine. The switch
returns to the ON (II) position when
you let go of the ignition switch.
To use the built-in key, you have to
remove the cover (see page ). This is the normal
ignition switch position when driving.
Several of the indicators on the
instrument panel come on as a test
when you turn the ignition switch
f rom the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON
(II) position. If the f ront wheels are turned, the
anti-theft lock may make it difficult
to turn the ignition switch. Firmly
turn the steering wheel to the left or
right as you turn the ignition switch.
You can insert or
remove the built-in key only in this
position. To turn the ignition switch
to the LOCK (0) position, the shift
lever must be in Park, and you must
push the knob or built-in key in slightly.
TheshiftlevermustbeinPark
bef ore you turn the ignition switch
knob to the LOCK (0) position or
remove the built-in key from the
ignition switch.
You can
operate the audio system and the
accessory power sockets in this
position.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ACCESSORY (I) position, an
‘‘ACCESSORY (I) POSITION’’
message is shown on the multi-
inf ormation display. If you open the driver’s door and
leave the key in the ignition switch,
you will hear a reminder beeper, and
a message appears on the multi-
inf ormation display according to the
ignition switch position. When the
ignition switch is in the ACC (I)
position, a ‘‘RETURN IGNITION
SWITCH TO LOCK (I) POSITION’’
message is shown on the multi-
inf ormation display. When the
ignition switch is LOCK (I) position,
a ‘‘REMOVE KEY’’ message is
shown on the multi-inf ormation
display.
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Ignition Switch
ST A RT (III)
ON (II)
LOCK (0) A CCESSORY (I)
Inst rument s and Cont rols
147
IGNITION SWITCH
COVER BUILT-IN KEY

Check the brakes after driving
through deep water. Apply the
brakes moderately to see if they f eel
normal. If not, apply them gently and
f requently until they do. Be extra
cautious in your driving.
The hydraulic system that operates
the brakes has two separate circuits.
Each circuit works diagonally across
the vehicle (the lef t-f ront brake is
connected with the right-rear brake,
etc.). If one circuit should develop a
problem, you will still have braking
at two wheels.If the brake pads need replacing, you
will hear a distinctive, metallic
screeching sound when you apply
the brake pedal. If you do not have
the brake pads replaced, they will
screech all the time. It is normal f or
the brakes to occasionally squeal or
squeak when you apply them.
Your vehicle is equipped with disc
brakes at all f our wheels. A power
assist helps reduce the ef f ort needed
on the brake pedal. Emergency
Brake Assist System gains the
stopping f orce when you depressed
thebrakepedalhardinanemergent
situation. The anti-lock brake system
(ABS) helps you retain steering
control when braking very hard.
Constant application of the brakes
when going down a long hill builds
up heat and reduces their ef f ective-
ness. Use the engine to assist the
brakes by taking your f oot of f the
accelerator and downshif ting to a
lower gear. Resting your f oot on the pedal keeps
the brakes applied lightly, builds up
heat, and reduces their ef f ectiveness.
It also keeps your brake lights on all
the time, conf using drivers behind
you. Braking System Design
Brake Wear Indicators
Braking System
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This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
maintenance messages in the multi-
inf ormation display, a maintenance
record, and instructions f or simple
maintenance tasks you may want to
take care of yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to
perf orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.......................
Maintenance Saf ety .348
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Maintenance Minder .349
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Maintenance Record .359
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Fluid Locations .361
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Engine Compartment Covers .362
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Adding Engine Oil .363
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Changing the Oil and Filter .364
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Engine Coolant .366
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Windshield Washers .368
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Automatic Transmission Fluid .368
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Brake Fluid .369
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Power Steering Fluid .370
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Timing Belt .371
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Lights .372
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Cleaning the Seat Belts .379
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Floor Mats .380
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Wiper Blades .381
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Tires .383
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Checking the Battery .390
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Vehicle Storage .392
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Maintenance
Maint enance
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Fluid Locations
Maint enance
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RADIATOR CAP
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
ENGINE
COOLANT
RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Black cap)
POWER STEERING
FLUID
(Red cap)

The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.Af ter removing the right engine
compartment cover (see page ),
check the level on the side of the
reservoir when the engine is cold.
The f luid should be between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not, add power steering f luid to the
UPPER LEVEL mark.Pour the f luid slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spill immediately; it could damage
components in the engine
compartment.
A low power steering f luid level can
indicate a leak in the system. Check
the f luid level f requently, and have
the system inspected as soon as
possible. Always use Honda Power Steering
Fluid. You may use another power
steering f luid as an emergency
replacement, but have the power
steering system f lushed and ref illed
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
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Power Steering Fluid
Brake Fluid, Power Steering Fluid
370
MAX MIN
UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVEL

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In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C).
If you f requently tow a trailer.
The timing belt should be replaced
at the intervals shown on the
maintenance minder. Replace the
belt at 60,000 miles (100,000 km) if
you regularly drive your vehicle in
one or more of these conditions:
Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt
Timing Belt
Maint enance
371
Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.