high beam Acura RL 2008 Owner's Manual

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.If equipped.
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
KEYLESS ACCESS
SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP
LOW FUEL INDICATORCRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
ELECTRONICALLY
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.68)
(P.69)
(P.71)
(P.66)(P.21,62)(P.68)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
(P.34,63)
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(SRS) INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
VSA
ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
COLLISION MITIGATION
BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS)
INDICATOR ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC)
INDICATOR
ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING
SYSTEM (AFS) INDICATOR (P.69,143)
(P.69) SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P.35,63)
(P.62,447)
(P.65)
(P.62,448) (P.62,447) (P.64,359)
(P.66,280)
(P.65) (P.65,377)
(P.377)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE
AND BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.63,449)(P.64)
SH-AWD INDICATOR (P.66)
LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR
(P.67,371) (P.65)/
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This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.This indicator has three f unctions:
Itcomesonasareminderthatyou
have turned off the vehicle
stability assist (VSA) system.
It flashes when VSA is active (see
page ).
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. For more inf ormation, see
page . It comes on along with the VSA
system indicator if there is a
problem with the VSA system.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).
If itcomesonandstaysonatany
other time, or it does not come on
when you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, there is a
problem with the VSA system. You
will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).
Take your vehicle to a dealer to have
it checked. Without VSA, your
vehicle still has normal driving ability,
but will not have VSA traction and
stability enhancement. For more
inf ormation, see page . This indicator comes on when you
turn on the fog lights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ).
This indicator comes on when you
turn on the cruise control system by
pressing the CRUISE button on the
steering wheel (see page ).
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On models without adaptive cruisecontrol (ACC)
Instrument Panel Indicators
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA ) System Indicator VSA A ctivation Indicator Fog L ight Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Cruise Main Indicator
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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µ
µ µPush down on the
lever to signal a lef t turn and up to
signal a right turn. To signal a lane
change, push lightly on the lever,
and hold it. The lever will return to
center when you release it or
complete a turn.
Turn signal
Of f
Parking and indicator lights
AUTO
Headlights on
High beams
Flashhighbeams
Fog lights of f
Fog lights on The rotating switch
on the lef t lever controls the lights.
Turning this switch to the ‘‘ ’’
position turns on the parking lights,
taillights, instrument panel lights,
side-marker lights, and rear license
plate lights.
Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’
position turns on the headlights. If
you leave the lights on with the
ignition switch released af ter turned
to the LOCK (0) position or when
the built-in key is removed f rom the
ignition switch, you will hear a
reminder chime when you open the
driver’s door. When the light switch is in the
‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ position, the
lights on indicator comes on as a
reminder. This indicator stays on if
you leave the light switch on and
turn the ignition switch to the
ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0)
position.
To switch f rom low
beams to high beams, push the lef t
lever f orward until you hear a click.
The blue high beam indicator will
come on (see page ). Pull it back
to return to low beams. To flash the
high beams, pull the lever back
lightly, then release it. The high
beamsstayonaslongasyouhold
the lever back.
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Turn Signal
Headlights
High Beams
Turn Signals and Headlights
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Turn the f og lights on and of f by
turning the switch next to the
headlight switch.
You can use the f og lights only when
the headlights are on low beam.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.
With the light switch in the AUTO
position, you can also use the f og
lights when the headlights turn on
automatically. They will go of f when
the headlights turn of f .
With the headlight switch off, the
high beam headlights come on with
reduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position and release the parking
brake. They remain on until you turn
the ignition switch of f , even if you
set the parking brake.This f eature turns of f the headlights,
all other exterior lights, and the
instrument panel lights within 15
seconds after you turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK (0) position and
close the driver’s door.
To change the ‘‘HEADLIGHT AUTO
OFF TIMER’’ setting, see page .
If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display, there is a
problem with the daytime running
light system. Take your vehicle to a
dealer to have it checked.
When the multi-information display
shows a ‘‘DRL OFF’’ message, the
daytime running lights are of f .
Follow the procedure in the lef t
column to turn them on.The automatic lighting of f f eature
activates if you leave the headlight
switch in the ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’
position or if the lights are turned on
by setting the switch in the ‘‘AUTO’’
position, turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK (0) position, then open
and close the driver’s door.
If you turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position with the
headlight switch on, but do not open
the door and get out, the lights turn
of f af ter 10 minutes (3 minutes, if
the switch is in the ‘‘AUTO’’
position).
If you unlock the door, but do not
open it within 15 seconds, the lights
go of f . With the driver’s door open,
you will hear a lights-on reminder
chime.
The lights turn on again when you
unlock or open the driver’s door.
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Fog Lights
Daytime Running Lights Automatic Lighting Of f Feature
Turn Signals and Headlights
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The low beam headlight bulbs are a
type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the
circuit even with the light switch of f
and the key removed. Because of
this, you should not attempt to
examine or change a low beam
headlight bulb yourself . If a low
beam headlight bulb fails, take the
vehicle to your dealer to have it
replaced.Your vehicle has halogen high beam
headlight bulbs which are also used
f or the daytime running light.
Handle it by its base and protect the
glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass,
clean it with denatured alcohol and a
clean cloth.
Your vehicle is equipped with an
automatic headlight adjusting
system that adjusts the vertical angle
of the headlights automatically.
Refer to page for more
inf ormation.
Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk or pull a trailer (if applicable),
readjustment may be required.
Adjustmentsshouldbedonebyyour
dealer or other qualif ied technician. 144
Lights
Headlight A iming Replacing a Headlight/Daytime
Running L ight Bulb
408
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil,
perspiration, or a scratch on the glass
can cause the bulb to overheat and
shatter.
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No. Amps.
No. Amps.No.
Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected
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8
9
10
11
12
13
14 15 A
30 A
10 A
15 A
10 A
15 A
7.5 A 15 A
30 A
30 A
20 A
7.5 A 15 A
40 A
150A 15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Radiator fan
Left headlight low beam
Rear defroster coil
Left headlight high beam
Small light
Right headlight high beam
Right headlight low beam
Back-up
FI ECU
Wiper
Headlight washer
Fog lights
MG clutch
Horn, Stop
Rear defroster 40 A
15 A
30 A
40 A
40 A
(40 A) 40 A
70 A
120 A 50 A
50 A Back-up, ACC
Hazard
ABS/VSA motor
ABS/VSA
Drive by wire, LAF heater
Option
Heater motor
Passenger’s f use box
Battery
IG main
Power window
: On Canadian models
Fuse Locations
456
PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
465
Lights
Fuses Battery Engine
Alignment
Tires
12 V
12 V
60 W
24/2.2 CP
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V 3.54x3.58in(89x93mm)
212 cu-in (3,471 cm
)
11.0 : 1
IZFR6K11
SKJ20DR-M11
SOHC VTEC V-6 gasoline engine
Headlights (High Beam)
Front turn signal/parking lights
Front side marker
Rear turn signal lights
Back-up light
Fog lights
License plate lights
Ceiling lights
Vanity mirror lights
Door courtesy lights
Trunk light 12 V 5 W 2CP 2W
8W
8W
5W
55 W
21 W
21 W
3CP
Low beam headlight bulbs are a type of high voltage discharge
tube (D2S).
Interior
Under-hood Capacity 12 V 12 V72 AH/20 HR
55 AH/5 HR
See page453and454or the fuse
label attached to the inside of
each fuse box cover.
See page452or the fuse box
cover. 12 V 21 W
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.08 in (2.0 mm)0°8’
1°15’
2°10’
P245/50R17 98V
245-680R460A 102V T155/70D17 110M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
Size
Pressure
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Front
Rear NGK:
DENSO:
Front/Rear
Spare
Front
Rear
Spare
1 : Michelin PAX system model
2 : If equipped
(HB3)
(Amber)
(5W) (Amber)
(H11)
On model without adaptive front lighting system
1:
2: (Amber)
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CONT INUED
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle .462
Ignition
............................................
Keys .149
.........................................
Switch .151
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Timing Control System .473
......................
Immobilizer System .150
.........
Important Safety Precautions .8
.........................................
Indicators .62
ABS (Anti-lock Brake ............................
System) .64,359
Adaptive Front lighting ..................
System (AFS) .69,143
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .63,449
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Charging System .62,447
Collision Mitigation Brake
..............
System (CMBS) .69,365
.............................
Cruise Control .66
Electronically Controlled Power
........
Steering System (ECPS) .68
.....................................
Fog Light .65
...................................
High Beam .65
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Key (Immobilizer System) .64
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Keyless Access System .68,176 .....................................
Lights On .64
......................................
Low Fuel .66
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Low Oil Pressure .62,447
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS
...........................
Indicator .67,371
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Malf unction (MIL) .62,448
.......................................
Message .68
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Seat Belt Reminder .21,62
..................
Security System .69,276
......................................
SH-AWD .66
...........................
Side Airbag Of f .63
...............................................
SRS .63
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning .64
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VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) .65
VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist)
.........................
Activation .65,377
.........
Indicators, Instrument Panel .61
...............................
Inf ant Restraint .43
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Inf ant Seats .43
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Tether Anchorage Points .51
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Inf lation, Proper Tire .419
.................................
Inside Mirror .158
.............................
Inspection, Tire .422
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs .408
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HandsFreeLink
, Bluetooth.308
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Hazard Warning Flashers .145
Headlights
Adaptive Front Lighting System ......................................
(AFS) .143
........................................
Aiming .408
..................
Automatic Lighting .141
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Daytime Running Lights .142
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High Beam Indicator .65
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Lights On Indicator .64
..........
Low Beams, Turning on .140
.......................
Reminder Chime .140
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs .408
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High beams, Turning on .140
...................................
Washer .138
............................
Head Restraints .156
...............................
Heated Mirror .159
...................................
Heater, Seat .178
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High Altitude, Starting at .347
HomeLink
Universal
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Transceiver .295
.......................
Hood, Opening the .331
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Horn.5,136
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