Radio Acura TL 2006 Owner's Guide

Modif ying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Acura accessories, can
make it unsaf e. Bef ore you make any
modif ications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the f ollowing
inf ormation.
Your dealer has Acura accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved f or your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.Bef ore installing any accessory:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interf ere
with proper vehicle operation or
perf ormance.
Although non-Acura accessories may
f it on your vehicle, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your vehicle’s
handling and stability. When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags and anti-lock brakes. Bef ore installing any electronic
accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the f inal installation.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows. In these areas,
accessories may interf ere with
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags. Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interf ere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
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A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving
181
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.

Check the smaller f uses in the
under-hood f use box and all the
fuses in the interior fuse box by
pulling out each one with the f use
puller provided in the under-hood
fuse box.If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem with your
vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in
that circuit, and have your vehicle
checked by a qualif ied mechanic.
If the radio f use is removed, the
audio system will disable itself . The
nexttimeyouturnontheradioyou
will see ‘‘CODE’’ in the f requency
display. Use the preset buttons to
enter the f ive-digit code (see page ).
If you cannot drive the vehicle
without f ixing the problem, and you
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse
of the same rating or a lower rating
f rom one of the other circuits. Make
sureyoucandowithoutthatcircuit
temporarily (such as the accessory
power socket or radio).
If you replace the blown f use with a
spare f use that has a lower rating, it
might blow out again. This does not
indicate anything wrong. Replace the
f use with one of the correct rating as
soon as you can.
Look f or a blown wire inside the
f use. If it is burned, replace it with
oneof thesparefusesof thesame
rating or lower.
5. 6.
4. 151
Fuses
260
BLOWN
Replacing a f use with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement f use with the proper rating
f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.

µ
No. Amps.No.
Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
Amps.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 15 A
15 A
15 A
20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 20 A
15 A 10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
DBW
IG1 Coil
Not Used
LAF
Radio
Interior Lights
Back Up
Door Lock
Accessory Socket IG1 OPDS
IG1 Wiper
TPMS
Driver’s Power Seat (Slide)
Seat Heater
Driver’s Power Seat (Recline)
Passenger’s Power Seat (Slide)
IG1 ACG
IG1 Fuel Pump
Washer
Meter
SRS
IGP
Rear Left Power Window
Rear Right Power Window
Front Right Power Window
Front Left Power Window
Moonroof
VBSOL
HAC
OP2
ACC
HAC OP
7.5 A
30 A
7.5 A 20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
15 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A 20 A
20 A
30 A
30 A
20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
Passenger’s Power Seat (Recline)
Fuse Locations
262
INTERIOR FUSE BOX

µµThe operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the tires (f ront or rear) and lif t
them of f the ground. The other two
tires remain on the ground.
If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this: Release the parking brake.
Shif t the transmission to neutral.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
f ront spoiler, remove it bef ore
towing so it is not damaged.
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
behind another vehicle with just a
rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle:
Release the parking brake.
Start the engine.
ShifttoD,thentoN.
Turn of f the engine.
With the f ront wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h). If you decide to tow your vehicle
with all f our wheels on the ground,
make sure you use a properly-
designed and attached tow bar.
Prepare the vehicle for towing as
described above, and leave the
ignition switched in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock. Make
sure the radio and any items plugged
into the accessory power socket are
turned of f so they do not run down
the battery.
Manual Transmission:
Automatic Transmission:
CONT INUED
Emergency Towing
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
This is the best way to trans-
port your vehicle.
T his is
an acceptable way to tow your
vehicle.
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
263
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.

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Checking the Fuses .259
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers .86
......
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck .264
............................
Jump Starting .252
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .256
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .257
..................
Overheated Engine .254
.......................................
Towing .263
.........................
Emergency Brake .112
......................
Emergency Flashers .86
......................
Emergency Towing .263
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Emergency Trunk Opener .94
.......................
Emissions Controls .274
.............
Emissions Testing, State .277
Engine
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge .66
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp .60,257
.........................................
Oil Lif e .73
........
Oil Pressure Indicator .60,256
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use .218
...............................
Overheating .254
............................
Specif ications .271
....................
Speed Limiter .191,197
.......................................
Starting .189
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Engine, if it won’t start .250 ......................
Ethanol in Gasoline .177
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls .274
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .53
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving .180
.........................................
Gasoline .176
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator .64
...........................................
Gauge .66
................
Octane Requirement .176
........................
Tank, Filling the .177
................
Gas Station Procedures .177
...................................
Fan, Interior .122
Features, Comfort and ..............................
Convenience .119
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank .177
........................................
Filter, Oil .219
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning .86
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a .245
.....................................
Floor Mats .232
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission .223
..........................................
Brake .225
.........................................
Clutch .225
..............
Manual Transmission .224
..........................
Power Steering .226
................
Windshield Washers .222
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .132
.....................................
Fog Lights .85..........................
Four-way Flashers .86
............................
Front Airbags .11,23
......................................
Front Seats .98
......................................
Adjusting .98
.......................................
Heaters .106
...................................
Airbags .11,23
.................................................
Fuel .176
......................
Fill Door and Cap .177
...........................................
Gauge .66
................
Octane Requirement .176
........................
Reserve Indicator .64
........................
Tank, Filling the .177
.....................
Fuses, Checking the .259
Index
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INDEX
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Onboard Ref ueling Vapor....................................
Recovery .274
............................
Outside Mirrors .101
.....................
Outside Temperature .72
....................
Overheating, Engine .254
....
Owner’s Maintenance Checks .212
..............
Panel Brightness Control .85
........................
Park Gear Position .194
...........................................
Parking .199
...............................
Parking Brake .112
Parking Brake and Brake System ...............................
Indicator .60,258
.................................
Parking Lights .84
..
Parking Over Things that Burn .199
....
Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator .31
.............................
PGM-FI System .275
...............
Power Socket Locations .115
.........
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .18
.........
Protecting Adults and Teens .13
...
Additional Safety Precautions .19
.....
Advice f or Pregnant Women .18
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Protecting Children .34Installing a Child Seat Using
........................................
Latch .44
Installing a Child Seat with a ..................
Lap/Shoulder Belt .46
Installing a Child Seat with a ......................................
Tether .47
.................
Selecting a Child Seat .42
.......................
Protecting Inf ants .39
.......
Protecting Larger Children .49
.........
Protecting Small Children .40
..................
Protecting Your Discs .145
...................
Radiator Overheating .254
Radio/Cassette/Disc Sound
........................................
System .127
...................
Readiness Codes .257,277
..
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement .229
..........................
Rear Seat Armrest .99
..........................
Rear View Mirror .101
.................
Rear Window Def ogger .87
...............
Reclining the Seat Backs .98
.............................
Reminder Lights .60
................
Remote Audio Controls .150
.......................
Remote Transmitter .95Replacement Inf ormation
................
Engine Oil and Filter .219
..........................................
Fuses .259
................................
Light Bulbs .227
...........................................
Tires .238
.............................
Wiper Blades .232
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .22
...
Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant .180
.........................
Restraint, Child .39,40
..................
Reverse Gear Position .194
................................
Rotation, Tire .237
................................
Saf ety Belts .10,20
.........
Safety Defects, Reporting .282
.................................
Saf ety Features .9
.........................................
Airbags .11
..................................
Door Locks .13
..........................
Head Restraints .15
.....................................
Seat Belts .10
..................
Seats and Seat-Backs .14
.............
Saf ety Labels, Location of .54
...............................
Saf ety Messages .ii
................................
Satellite Radio .134
Index
P
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Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering .88
............
Alignment and Balance .237
..........................
Compact Spare .244
Windows ................
Operating the Power .107
...........................
Rear, Def ogger .87
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning .83
...................................
Def roster .124
.....................................
Washers .222
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .232
.....................................
Operation .83
....................................
Worn Tires .236
.....
Wrecker, Emergency Towing .263
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XM Satellite Radio .134:
: Canada only
U.S.
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