codes Acura TL 2010 Owner's Manual

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The HomeLinkUniversal
Transceiver built into your vehicle
canbeprogrammedtooperateupto
three remote controlled devices
around your home, such as garage
doors, lighting, or home security
systems.
Bef ore programming your
HomeLink to operate a garage door
opener, conf irm that the opener has
an external entrapment protection
system, such as an ‘‘electronic eye,’’
or other saf ety and reverse stop
f eatures.
If your garage door was
manuf actured bef ore April 1, 1982,
you may not be able to program
HomeLink to operate it. These units
do not have safety features that
cause the motor to stop and reverse
it if an obstacle is detected during
closing, increasing the risk of injury.
Do not use HomeLink with any garage door opener that lacks saf ety
stop and reverse f eatures.
Units manuf actured between April 1,
1982 and January 1, 1993 may be
equipped with saf ety stop and
reverse f eatures. If your unit does
not have an external entrapment
protection system, an easy test to
conf irm the f unction and
perf ormance of the saf ety stop and
reverse f eature is to lay a 2 4
under the closing door. The door
should stop and reverse upon
contacting the piece of wood.
As an additional safety feature,
garage door openers manuf actured
af ter January 1, 1993 are required to
have external entrapment protection
systems, such as an electronic eye,
which detect an object obstructing
the door.
Refer to the safety information that
came with your garage door openerto test that the safety features are
f unctioning properly. If you do not
have this information, contact the
manuf acturer of the equipment.
Bef ore programming HomeLink to a
garage door or gate opener, make
sure that people and objects are out
of thewayof thedevicetoprevent
potential injury or damage.
When programming a garage door
opener, park just outside the garage.
If you just
received your vehicle and have not
trained any of the buttons in
HomeLink bef ore, you should erase
any previously learned codes bef ore
training the first button.
Todothis,pressandholdthetwo
outside buttons on the HomeLink
transceiver for about 20 seconds,
until the red indicator f lashes.
Release the buttons, then proceed to
step 1.
HomeL inkUniversal Transceiver
General Saf ety Inf ormation
Important Saf ety PrecautionsT raining HomeL ink
Bef ore you begin
Features
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Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.Follow the HFL prompts. Say the language you want to
change to in that language. Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Say ‘‘ .’’
Follow the HFL prompts to
change the language to English or
French.
When French is your currently
selected language, you can give voice
commands in French. If you have not named your paired
phone in the language you just
selected, HFL will ask you to name it
in the current language.
This operation clears the passcodes,
paired phones, and all names in the
HFL phonebook.
Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Say ‘‘ .’’
Say‘‘ ’’aftertheprompts.
Follow the HFL prompts to
continue to complete the clearing
procedure.
You can also clear the system when
you have f orgotten the passcode and
cannot access HFL. When HFL asks
you f or the passcode, say ‘‘ .’’ Paired phones, and all names
in the HFL phonebook will be lost. 1.
2.
3. 2. 1.
1.
2.
Canadian models only Canadian models only
T o clear t he syst em:
T o quickly change the language: T o change the system languagebet ween English and French:
Quick Language SelectionChange Language
Change language
System setup
Clear
System
clear
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When the remaining oil lif e is 5 to 1
percent, the multi-information
display shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUE
NOW’’ message with the same
maintenance items ‘‘SERVICE DUE
SOON’’ was displayed with. When
you see this message, have the
indicated maintenance perf ormed as
soon as possible.
Press the SEL/RESET button on the
steering wheel repeatedly to select
the engine oil lif e inf ormation. Along
with the ‘‘OIL LIFE’’ message, you
will see the percentage of the
remaining engine oil lif e and the
maintenance item codes on the
multi-inf ormation display.
This message reminds you that your
vehicle will soon be due f or
scheduled maintenance.
Maintenance Minder
Maint enance
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REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE
MAINTENANCE
MAIN ITEM CODE
MAIN ITEM(S) SUB ITEM(S) MAINTENANCE
SUB ITEM CODE(S)
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Press the SEL/RESET button on the
steering wheel repeatedly to select
the engine oil lif e. The message
‘‘SERVICE,’’ along with ‘‘0%,’’ and the
maintenance item code are displayed
on the multi-information display
when the calculated engine oil lif e is
0to1percent.
These messages will come on every
time you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position.
If the indicated required service is
not done and the remaining engine
oil lif e becomes 0%, the multi-
inf ormation display will show a
‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ message,
the total distance traveled after the
remaining oil lif e became 0%, and the
maintenance item code(s).
Models equipped with the
keyless access system have an
engine start/stop button instead
of an ignition switch. ON Mode
is the equivalent of ON (II). For
more inf ormation, see pages
and .
Pressing either INFO button ( / )
switches the display f rom the
message to another display. To see
the message again, press either
INFO button repeatedly. Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as described on page . :
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Maintenance Minder
Maint enance
501
U.S.
CANADA TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE
TRAVELED
MAINTENANCE CODES
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This message is displayed again
when you drive over 10 miles (f or
U.S. models) or 10 km (f or Canadian
models) af ter seeing the 0% message.
Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as described on page .
Pressing either INFO button ( / )
switches the display f rom the
message to another display. To see
the message again, press either
INFO button repeatedly.
All maintenance items shown on the
multi-inf ormation display are in code.
For an explanation of these
maintenance codes, see page .
When you press the SEL/RESET
button to select the engine oil lif e,
the message ‘‘SERVICE,’’ along with
the maintenance item code(s) and
the total negative distance traveled
af ter the oil lif e became 0%, will be
displayed on the multi-inf ormation
display.
501
506
Maintenance Minder
Maintenance Main Items and Sub
Items
502
U.S.
CANADAMAINTENANCE
MAIN ITEM
MAINTENANCE
SUB ITEMS
MAINTENANCE
MAIN ITEM MAINTENANCE
SUB ITEMS
TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE
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If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may go of f as you
continue driving, have the vehicle
checked by your dealer as soon as
possible.
If this indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may f eel no dif f erence in
your vehicle’s perf ormance, it can
reduce your f uel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
operation may cause serious damage. Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics f or the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.
If the battery in your vehicle has
been disconnected or gone dead,
thesecodesmaybeerased.Ittakes
several days of driving under various
conditions to set the codes again.
If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, the malf unction
indicator lamp may also come on
with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
If you have recently ref ueled your
vehicle, the indicator coming on
could be due to a loose or missing
f uel f ill cap. Tighten the cap until it
clicks at least once. Tightening the
cap will not turn the indicator of f
immediately; it can take several days
of normal driving.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display.Readiness Code
Malf unction Indicator L amp
560
If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your vehicle’s emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs may
not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.
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vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.
However, if the brake pedal does not
f eel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will f eel the brake
pedal go down much f arther bef ore
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal. You will also see a ‘‘LOW BRAKE
FLUID’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display when this
indicator comes on.
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position (set the power mode to ON,
on models with keyless access
system), without starting the engine.
The malf unction indicator lamp will
come on f or 20 seconds. If it then
goes of f , the readiness codes are set.
If it blinks f ive times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle f or an emissions
test until the readiness codes are set.
Refer to
for
more information (see page ). Models equipped with the
keyless access system have an
engine start/stop button instead
of an ignition switch. ON Mode
is the equivalent of ON (II). For
more inf ormation, see pages
and .
If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake f luid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it f eels normal.
If it does, check the brake f luid level
thenexttimeyoustopataservice
station (see page ). The brake system indicator normally
comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, and
as a reminder to check the parking
brake. It will stay on if you do not
f ully release the parking brake. :
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Malf unction Indicator L amp, Brake System Indicator
Brake System
Indicator
Emissions T esting
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Canada
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Make sure the gas tank is nearly,
but not completely, f ull (around
3/4).Without touching the accelerator
pedal, start the engine, and let it
idle f or 20 seconds.
If you take your vehicle f or an
emissions test shortly af ter the
battery has been disconnected or
gone dead, it may not pass the test.
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that must be set in the on-
board diagnostics f or the emissions
systems. These codes are erased
when the battery is disconnected,
and set again only after several days
of driving under a variety of
conditions. If the testing f acility determines that
the readiness codes are not set, you
will be requested to return at a later
date to complete the test. If you must
get the vehicle retested within the
next two or three days, you can
condition the vehicle f or retesting by
doing the f ollowing.
Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine of f f or 6
hours or more.
Make sure the ambient
temperature is between 40° and
95°F (4° and 35°C). Keep the vehicle in Park
(automatic) or neutral (manual).
Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm,andholditthereuntilthe
temperature gauge rises to at least
1/4of thescale(about3minutes).
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, let the engine idle f or 20
seconds.
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3. 4.
5.
6.
T esting of Readiness Codes
Emissions T esting
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Then drive in city/suburban
traffic for at least 10 minutes.
When traf f ic conditions allow, let
the vehicle coast f or several
seconds without using the
accelerator pedal or the brake
pedal.
If the testing f acility determines the
readiness codes are still not set, see
your dealer. Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine of f f or 30
minutes.
Select a nearby lightly traveled
major highway where you can
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph
(80to97km/h)foratleast20
minutes. Drive on the highway in
D (automatic) or 5th (manual). Do
notusethecruisecontrol.When
traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds
without moving the accelerator
pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary
slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot
do this f or a continuous 90
seconds because of traf f ic
conditions, drive f or at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more
times (for a total of 90 seconds).
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9.
Emissions T esting
Technical Inf ormation
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Paddle Shif ters .473
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Panel Brightness Control . 137
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Park Gear Position .469
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Parking .480
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Parking Brake .204
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator . 65,561
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Parking Lights .133
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 480
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Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 34
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PGM-FI System .588
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Pollen Filter .532
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Power Mode .178
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ACCESSORY Mode . 179
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ON Mode .179
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START Mode .181
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VEHICLE OFF Mode . 179
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Power Socket Locations . 205
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Power Windows .198
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
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Additional Safety Precautions . 19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 18........................
Protecting Children .37
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General Guidelines .37
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Protecting Inf ants .42
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Protecting Larger Children . 53
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Protecting Small Children . 43
Using Child Seats with .....................................
Tethers .51
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Using LATCH .47
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Protecting Your Discs . 364
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Radiator Overheating . 557
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Radio/Disc Sound System . 226,273
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Radio Thef t Protection . 372
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Radio, XM
. 235, 287
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Readiness Codes . 560,590
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 528
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Rear Seat Armrest .160
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Rearview Camera and Monitor . 441
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Rearview Mirror .161
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Rear Window Def ogger . 139
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 155
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Recommended Shif t Speeds . 466
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Ref ueling .445
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Reminder Indicators .64 Remote, Keyless Access
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System .168, 173
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Remote Audio Controls . 370
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Remote Transmitter .151
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 532
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Engine Oil and Filter . 510
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Fuses .563
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Light Bulbs .521
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Minder .497
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Timing Belt .520
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Tires .539
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Wiper Blades .532
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .23
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Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 596
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Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant . 449
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Reverse Tilt Mirror .162
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Restraint, Child .37
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Reverse Gear Position . 470
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Rotation, Tire .539
Index
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