automatic transmission Acura TL 2008 Owner's Guide

If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
The pointer of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
If the vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming f rom under the hood.
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (see
on page ).
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in neutral
(manual) or Park (automatic), and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning indicators.
1.
2. 3.
4.
5.
337
If theEngineOverheats
Emergency
Towing
328
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
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µµThe operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck. Release the parking brake.
Shif t the transmission to neutral.
Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle:
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the f ront tires and lif t them of f
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground.
If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this: Turn of f the engine.
ShifttoD,thentoN.
Start the engine.
Release the parking brake.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.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 your vehicle is equipped with a
f ront spoiler, remove it bef ore
towing so it is not damaged.
Manual transmission:
Automatic transmission:
CONT INUED
Emergency Towing
Flat -bed EquipmentWheel-lif t Equipment
T his is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
337
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. 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.
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Specif ications
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Weights
Dimensions
Capacities
Air Conditioning
Seating Capacities Capacities
189.3 in (4,809 mm)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
2.17 US gal (8.2
)
2.11 US gal (8.0)
1.69 US gal (6.4
)
1.72 US gal (6.5)
62.0 in (1,576 mm)
62.1 in (1,577 mm)
107.9 in (2,740 mm)
56.7 in (1,441 mm)
75.4 in (1,916 mm)
See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Gross vehicle weight rating
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track 189.8 in (4,822 mm)
Fuel tank
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) ND-OIL8
Total
Front
Rear 3
2
5 4.2 US qt (4.0
)
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Manual
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir 5.3 US qt (5.0)
3.1 US qt (2.9)
7.9 US qt (7.5)
8.1 US qt (7.7)
2.2 US qt (2.1)
2.6 US qt (2.5)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Approx.
Front
Rear
Type S
Type S
:
1:
2:
3:Change
Manual
Automatic
Total Manual
Automatic
Change Including filter
Without filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Vehicle
Canada Vehicle
17.1 US gal (64.7)
1
2
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The exhaust emissions controls
include f our systems: PGM-FI,
ignition timing control, exhaust gas
recirculation, and three way catalytic
converter. These f our systems work
together to control the engine’s
combustion and minimize the
amount of HC, CO, and NOx that
come out the tailpipe. The exhaust
emissions control systems are
separate f rom the crankcase and
evaporative emissions control
systems.The emissions control systems are
designed and certif ied to work
together in reducing emissions to
levels that comply with the Clean Air
Act. To make sure the emissions
remain low, you should use only new
Acura replacement parts or their
equivalent f or repairs. Using lower
qualitypartsmayincreasethe
emissions f rom your vehicle.
The emissions control systems are
covered by warranties separate from
the rest of your vehicle. Read your
warranty manual for more informa-
tion.
The three way catalytic converter is
in the exhaust system. Through
chemical reactions, it converts HC,
CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen
(N ), and water vapor.
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
system takes some of the exhaust
gas and routes it back into the intake
manif old. Adding exhaust gas to the
air/f uel mixture reduces the amount
of NOx produced when the f uel is
burned.
This system constantly adjusts the
ignition timing, reducing the amount
of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
The PGM-FI system uses sequential
multiport f uel injection.
It has three subsystems: air intake,
engine control, and f uel control. The
powertrain control module (PCM) in
automatic transmission vehicles or
the engine control module (ECM) in
manual transmission vehicles uses
various sensors to determine how
much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much f uel to inject
under all operating conditions.
2
2
Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts
PGM-FI System
Three Way Catalytic Converter
Exhaust Gas Recirculat ion (EGR)
Syst em
Ignit ion T iming Cont rol Syst em
Emissions Cont rols
Technical Inf ormation
353
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CONT INUED
...
Accessories and Modif ications .245
................................
Accessories .245
............................
Modif ications .246
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .95
............
Accessory Power Sockets .120
......................................
AcuraLink .219
................
Adding Engine Coolant .290
........................
Adding Engine Oil .287
....................
Additives, Engine Oil .288
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9,22
...............
Additional Information .22
......................................
Servicing .31
...................
System Components .22
..............
Air Conditioning System .126
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .306
......................................
Antif reeze .290
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator .60,268
...................................
Operation .268
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System .184
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock .95
................................
Audio System .133
...
Automatic Lighting Off Feature .88 ...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .20
.............
Automatic Speed Control .186
..............
Automatic Transmission .259
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .344
...............
Checking Fluid Level .292
.......................................
Shif ting .259
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator .259
....................
Shif t Lock Release .264
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .59,330
............................
Jump Starting .326
..............................
Maintenance .314
............................
Specif ications .345
..............................
Bef ore Driving .235
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,18
...........................
Beverage Holder .120
.......
Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.192
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .268
.............
Break-in, New Linings .236
...........................................
Fluid .295
.......................................
Parking .117 .................
System Indicator .59,332
........................
Wear Indicators .267
.............................
Braking System .267
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle .236
..
Brightness Control, Instruments .89
........................
Brights, Headlights .86
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights .301
.........
Daytime Running Lights .297
.................................
Fog Lights .299
............................
Specif ications .345
............
Turn Signal Lights .298,300
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen .297
............................
Capacities Chart .344
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard .52
............................
Carrying, Cargo .247
Cassette Player
....................................
Care .154,175
...........................
Operation .152,173
.............
CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
..................................
Ceiling Light .118
Index
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INDEX
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........................
Certif ication Label .342
...................................
Chains, tires .312
Changing Oil
........................................
How to .288
......................................
When to .279
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .319
...
Charging System Indicator .59,330
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving .252
..................
Childproof Door Locks .98
.....................................
Child Saf ety .33
..............................
Booster Seats .49
...................................
Child Seats .41
..........................................
Inf ants .38
............................
Large Children .48
.........................................
LATCH .43
......................
Risks with Airbags .34
.............................
Small Children .39
.........................................
Tethers .46
.........
Where Should a Child Sit? .34
Cleaning ...................................
Seat Belts .303
..........
Client Service Inf ormation .358
...............
Climate Control System .131
..............................................
Clock .116
..........................
CO in the Exhaust .52
.......................
Compact Spare tire .318 .........................................
Compass .230
.................
Console Compartment .121
...............
Consumer Inf ormation .358
.............
Controls, Instruments and .55
Coolant
........................................
Adding .290
....................................
Checking .241
.........................
Proper Solution .290
...................
Temperature Gauge .65
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .352
................
Cruise Control Indicator .61
............
Cruise Control Operation .186
...................................
Cup Holders .120
..........
Customer Relations Of f ice .358
...............
DANGER, Explanation of .iii
...................................
Dashboard .3,56
................
Daytime Running Lights .88
.
Daytime Running Light Indicator .62
.........
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .360
................
Def ogger, Rear Window .90
..............
Def rosting the Windows .130
....................................
Dimensions .344 ...............
Dimming the Headlights .86
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission .292
..................................
Engine Oil .240
..........................
Directional Signals .86
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .267
........................
Disc Changer .145,165
...
Disc Changer Error Messages .176
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .289
Doors
.................
Monitor Indicator .11,68
......................
Power Door Locks .96
........
DOT Tire Quality Grading .346
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety .5
...........................................
Driving .251
....................................
Economy .242
Driving Position Memory
........................................
System .108
..............................
Economy, Fuel .242
Index
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CONT INUED
...................................
Fan, Interior .128
Features, Comfort and
..............................
Convenience .125
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank .237
........................................
Filter, Oil .288
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning .90
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a .319
.....................................
Floor Mats .304
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission .292
..........................................
Brake .295
.........................................
Clutch .296
..............
Manual Transmission .294 ..........................
Power Steering .296
................
Windshield Washers .291
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .180
........................................
Fog Lights .89
..........................
Four-way Flashers .90
..............................
Front Airbags .9,24
....................................
Front Seats .103
....................................
Adjusting .103
.......................................
Heaters .111
.....................................
Airbags .9,24
.................................................
Fuel .236
......................
Fill Door and Cap .237
...........................................
Gauge .65
................
Octane Requirement .236
........................
Reserve Indicator .63
........................
Tank, Filling the .237
.....................
Fuses, Checking the .333
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving .243
............
Emergencies on the Road .317
.............
Battery, Jump Starting .326
...........
Brake System Indicator .332
................
Changing a Flat Tire .319
.....
Charging System Indicator .330
..................
Checking the Fuses .333
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers .90
......
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck .338
............................
Jump Starting .326
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .330
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .331
..................
Overheated Engine .328
.......................................
Towing .337
.........................
Emergency Brake .117
......................
Emergency Flashers .90
......................
Emergency Towing .337
............
Emergency Trunk Opener .98
.......................
Emissions Controls .352
.............
Emissions Testing, State .355
Engine
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge .65
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp .59,331
.................................
Oil Lif e .72,279
........
Oil Pressure Indicator .59,330
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use .287 ...............................
Overheating .328
............................
Specif ications .345
....................
Speed Limiter .257,264
..............................
Starting .253,254
.................
Engine, if it won’t start .324
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline .237
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls .352
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .52
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by .16
Index
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Gasoline .236
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator .63
...........................................
Gauge .65
................
Octane Requirement .236
........................
Tank, Filling the .237
................
Gas Station Procedures .237
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature .65
...............................................
Fuel .65
...............................
Speedometer .65
.................................
Tachometer .65
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission .259
6-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission .256
......................................
Glove Box .121 ...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle .342
Ignition
..............................................
Keys .92
...........................................
Switch .95
............
Timing Control System .353
........................
Immobilizer System .94
.........
Important Safety Precautions .6
.........................................
Indicators .58
......
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) .60,268
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) .59,332
................
Charging System .59,330
.............................
Cruise Control .61 DRL (Daytime Running
......................................
Lights) .62
.....................................
Fog Light .63
...................................
High Beam .62
........
Key (Immobilizer System) .63
......................................
Low Fuel .63
................
Low Oil Pressure .59,330
.....................
Side Airbag Of f .30,60
.........................................
SRS .29,60
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning .62
............................
VSA Activation .61
.................................
VSA System .61
...............................
Inf ant Restraint .38
......................................
Inf ant Seats .38
..........
Tether Anchorage Points .46
...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire .306
.................................
Inside Mirror .106
.............................
Inspection, Tire .309
............................
Instrument Panel .57
..........
Instrument Panel Indicators .58
........
Instrument Panel Brightness .89
...............................
Interior Lights .118
........................................
Introduction .i
.......................
Halogen Fog Bulbs .297
...............
HandsFreeLink
(HFL) .192
..............
Hazard Warning Flashers .90
........................................
Headlights .86
........................................
Aiming .297
Automatic Lighting Off
.....................................
Feature .88 ............
Daytime Running Lights .88
..................
High Beam Indicator .62
.........................
Reminder Chime .86
...................................
Turning on .86
............................
Head Restraints .104
.................
High-Low Beam Switch .86
HomeLink
Universal
................................
Transceiver .189
.......................
Hood, Opening the .239
Index
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ÎTechnical Descriptions....
DOT Tire Quality Grading .346
.....
Emissions Control Systems .352
Three Way Catalytic
...............................
Converter .354
.......................
Temperature Gauge .65
....................
Temperature, Outside .71
........
Temperature, Inside Sensor .132
..............
Tether Anchorage Points .46
..
Three Way Catalytic Converter .354
..................
Tilt the Steering Wheel .91
..........................
Time, Setting the .116
....................................
Tire Chains .312
.........
Tire, How to Change a Flat .319
Tire Pressure Monitoring
....................................
System .272
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS
...........................
Indicator .64,272
..............
TPMS System Failure .275
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................
Messages .273
...............................................
Tires .306
..............................
Air Pressure .306
.........................
Checking Wear .309
..........................
Compact Spare .318
......
DOT Tire Quality Grading .346 ......................................
Inf lation .306
..................................
Inspection .309
...................................
Replacing .311
......................................
Rotating .310
...........................................
Snow .312
............................
Specif ications .345
.............................
Summer Tire .312
.......................
Traction Devices .312
..........................
Winter Driving .312
...................
Tools, Tire Changing .319
Towing
.....................................
A Trailer .276
................
Emergency Wrecker .337
...........................
Traction Devices .312
Transmission
Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .292
.
Checking Fluid Level Manual .294
..................
Fluid Selection .292,294
..............
Identif ication Number .342
.............
Shif ting the Automatic .259
..................
Shif ting the Manual .256
.....................................
Treadwear .346
................................
Trip Computer .73
.......................................
Trip Meter .70 ................................................
Trunk .97
........
Emergency Trunk Release .98
.................................
Opening the .97
...................
Open Monitor Light .68
....................................
Turn Signals .86
Unexpected, Taking Care
..........................................
of the .317
....
Unif orm Tire Quality Grading .346
........................
Unleaded Gasoline .236
.......
Used Oil, How to Dispose of .289
.................
Vehicle Capacity Load .248
......................
Vehicle Dimensions .344
....
Vehicle Identif ication Number .342
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
....................................
System .270
........
VSA System Indicator .61,270
...
VSA Activation Indicator .61,270
.........................
VSA Of f Switch .271
.............................
Vehicle Storage .315
.................................................
VIN .342
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Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Automatic Transmission Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):
SpareTirePressure:
Power Steering Fluid:
Brake Fluid:
Manual Transmission Fluid:
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
Premium unleaded gasoline,
pump octane number of 91 or
higher.
API Service SJ ‘‘Energy
Conserving’’ oil, SAE 5W-20
viscosity (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) (see page
). Front:
33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm
)
Rear:
Front:
Rear:
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see page
).
Capacity:
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ). 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm
)
All models except Type S
Type S
287 294
296295
292
17.1 US gal (64.7)
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