Acura TL 2012 Advanced Technology Guide

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A D V A N C E D T E C H N O L O G Y G U I D E
The Advanced Technology Guide is designed to help you get
acquainted with your new Acura and provide basic instructions
on technology and convenience features.
This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s
Manual. For complete information on vehicle controls and
operation\b please refer to the respective sections in the
Owner’s Manual.
As with the Owner’s Manual\b this guide covers all trim levels of
the Acura TL. Therefore\b you may find descriptions of
equipment and features that are not on your particular vehicle.AcuraLink
®Messages ........................................................................24
Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink®............................................................... 25
Bluetooth
®Audio ............................................................................... 3\f
Note Function ....................................\1....................................\1............ 3\f
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ........................................................... 31
iPod
®or USB Flash Drive .................................................................... 32
Song By Voice
TM(SBV).....................................................\1.................. 33
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ................................................. 35
My Acura............................................................................................ 36
Safety Reminder ....................................\1............................................ 37
Fuel Requirement ..............................................................................37
Tech model shown
Keyless Access System ........................................................................ 2
Instrument Panel Indicators................................................................ 4
MultiInformation Display (MID) .........................................................6
Customized Settings ............................................................................ 9
Rearview Camera ............................................................................. 12
Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors .................................................................... 12
HomeLink
®.......................................................................................... 13
Voice Recognition ............................................................................ 14
Navigation ......................................................................................... 2\f
AcuraLink RealTime Traffic
TM........................................................... 22
AcuraLink RealTime Weather
TM....................................................... 23
V O I C E
R E C O G N I T I O N
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K E Y L E S S A C C E S S
S Y S T E M
p. 2
N A V I G A T I O Np. 2\f
B L \f E T O O T H®
H A N D S F R E E L I N K ®
p. 25
M U L T I I N F O R M A T I O N
D I S P L A Y
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A U D I Op. 3\f
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K E Y L E S S A C C E S S S Y S T E M( T e c h \b A d v a n c e )
Operate certain functions of your vehicle by simply having the remote
within operating range.
Press
the door lock button on
either front door handle.
Grab either one of the front door
handles.
O p e n i n g t h e T r u n k
Press the trunk release button
under the spoiler.
E n g i n e S t a r t \b S t o p B u t t o n
Press and hold the brake pedal*\b
then press the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
* For manual transmissions\b press
and hold the clutch.
S t a r t i n g t h e e n g i n e
Shiftto Park*\b then pressthe
ENGINE START/STOP button.
T u r n i n g t h e e n g i n e o f f
Press the ENGINE START/STOP
button once (without pressing
the brake pedal).
Use audio\b power sockets\b etc.\b
without turning the engine on.
A c c e s s o r y M o d e
* For manual transmissions\b
apply
the emergency brake.
L o c k i n g t h e D o o r s U n l o c k i n g t h e D o o r s
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I N S T R U M E N T P A N E L I N D I C A T O R S
O n \b O f f I n d i c a t o r sM a l f u n c t i o n I n d i c a t o r s
If an indicator remains on\b there may be a problem; see your dealer
Charging system
Low brake fluid\b Brake system
Low oil pressure
SHAWD*(Super HandlingAll Wheel Drive)
VSA®
(Vehicle Stability Assist)
Malfunction indicator lamp(check engine light)
TPMS (blinks)(Tire Pressure Monitoring System)SRS(Supplemental Restraint System)
ABS(Antilock Brake System)EPS(Electronic Power Steering System)
PASSENGERAIRBAG
OFFPASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
(above audio panel)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
VSAOFF
Fog lights on
Immobilizer (flashes): improperly
coded key; use correct key
Headlightson
Turn signals/hazards on
CRUISE CONTROLon
CRUISE MAINon
High beamson
Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical.
Blue and green indicators are used for general information.
*if equipped
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4
C o n d i t i o n I n d i c a t o r s
Action is needed by driver
Parking brake on:
ReleaseMessage indicator:
See MID
Door/trunk open:
\flose door or trunkLow tire pressure (stays on):
Add air
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)Low fuel:
Refill
BSI*(Blind Spot Information System)Keyless Access System*
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M U L T I I N F O R M A T I O N D I S P L A Y ( M I D )
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
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A c c e s s i n g t h e M I DM a i n D i s p l a y s
L o w e r D i s p l a y s
Odometer\b
trip meter
Odometer\b
Outside temperature Trip A\b
Outside temperature
Oil life\b
Outside temperature Trip B\b
Outside temperature Range
Average speed
SHAWD torque
distribution monitor Elapsed time
* if phone is paired
When you start the engine\b the MID
shows the last active display from
the previous drive cycle.
To toggle between the MID
main displays\bpresseither Info
button ( /).
To toggle between the lower
displays\b pressSEL/RESET.SEL/RESET
button
INFO
button
AVG. SPEED
mph
Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink®
(shown on base model only)*
CUSTOMIZESETTINGS1234567890IN USE
Tire pressure monitor Customize settings
Average and instant
fuel economy
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T i r e P r e s s u r e M o n i t o r i n g S y s t e m
Alerts you when one or more of your tires has significantly low pressure.Toggle
to the tire pressure monitor display to view pressure readings on the MID.
H o w I t W o r k s
W h a t t o D o
1. Visually inspect the tires for
damage.
2. Use a tire air pressure gauge
(or check the MID) to check
which tire(s) have low pressure.
3. Inflate the tire(s)\b if necessary\b
to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
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If the tire pressure drops significantly below recommended levels:
• The low tire pressure indicator comes on.
• A “CHECK TIRE PRESSURE” message appears on the MID\b showing which tire(s) have low pressure.
2. Check the MID:
• If you have the correct remote\b the driver ID that appears first onthe MID will match the ID number on the back of your remote.
Go to step 3.
• If the numbers do not match\b follow these simple instructions:
Turn the vehicle off.
Press the unlock button on your remote.
Turn the vehicle on again\b and checkthe MID. The driver ID
that appears first on the MID should now match the number
on the back of your remote.
C U S T O M I Z E D S E T T I N G S
Each remote (labeled 1 or 2 on the back) activates its own set of
programmable audio\b climate\b driving position memory\b and customized
settings (MID).
1. Verify that you are using the correct remote by turning the vehicle on.
C h e c k i n g t h e R e m o t e
3. Once you have the correct remote\b you can begin to program yoursettings.
Tech/Advance model shown
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C u s t o m i z i n g S e t t i n g s
S t o r i n g A u d i o a n d C l i m a t e C o n t r o l S e t t i n g s
Some examples on how to program vehicle settings.
1.
Turn the vehicle on.
2.Store your desired stations on
the preset buttons and adjust
your preferred audio sound
levels (BASS\b TREBLE\b etc.).
3. Set your preferred climate
control settings (fan speed\b
temperature\b etc.).
4. Once you turn the car off\b your preferred settings are
saved and activated by the
corresponding remote (1 or 2).
D r i v i n g P o s i t i o n M e m o r y S y s t e m ( D P M S )
3. Press and hold the SET button
until you hear a beep\b then
release.
2. Adjust your preferred seat and
outside mirror settings.
4. Press and hold the memory
button # corresponding to the
remote (1 or 2) you are using
until you hear two beeps.
Tech/Advance model shown
Note: A stored memory position is linked to the corresponding keyless remote
(1 or 2). Each item begins to adjust when you unlock the driver’s door with
the remote and enter the vehicle.
C u s t o m i z i n g S e t t i n g s U s i n g t h e M I D
1. Select “CHANGE SETTINGS.”
3. Select “AUTO DOOR
UNLOCK.”4. Select “ALL DOORS With
SHIFT TO P.”
5. Once the setting has been saved\b select“EXIT.”
Five groups of settings can be programmed using the MID*: Meter Setup\b
Position Setup\b Keyless Access Setup (if equipped)\b Lighting Setup\b and
Door Setup.
SEL/RESET
button
Info
buttons
Presseither Info button to toggle
to the “Customize Settings”
display\b then pressSEL/RESET to
activate the menu.
P r o g r a m m i n g t h e A u t o D o o r U n l o c k S e t t i n g
* See “Customize Settings” in your owner’s manual for other programmable settings\b
2. Select “DOOR SETUP.”
1.Turn the vehicle on. Shiftinto
Park (P)\b or set the parking brake
for manual transmission vehicles\b
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R E A R V I E W C A M E R A( T e c h \b A d v a n c e )
For added convenience\b the area behind your vehicle is displayed to help
you navigate while backing up.
• When you shift into Reverse\b a realtime image
of the area behind your vehicle is shown in the
navigation display.
• Yellow parking guidelines appear to help you judge distance.
• Adjust the screen brightness by turning the
Interface Dial.
• The display turns off when you shift out of Reverse.
H o w I t W o r k s
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R E V E R S E T I L T D O O R M I R R O R S
H o w I t W o r k s
When you shift into Reverse (R)\b you can tilt either outside door mirror down slightly to
improve your view as you parallel park. Shifting out of Reverse returns the tilted mirror
to its original position.
• To tilt the driver’sdoor mirror\b movethe
mirror selector switch
to the left (L) position.
• To tilt the passenger’s side door mirror\b
move the mirror
selector switch to the
right (R) position.
• To turn the feature off\b move the switch
to the middle
position.
H O M E L I N K ®
Press and hold thebutton on the
remote and the HomeLink buttonat
the same time. Then, while
continuing to hold the HomeLink
button, press and release the button
on the remote every 2seconds.
Does the LED blink at a faster ratewithin 20
seconds?
Press and hold
the HomeLink
button again. Training
complete
YES
NO
HomeLink indicator
flashes for 2 seconds,
then remains on. HomeLink LED
remains on.YES
NO YES
NO
Position the remote transmitter you
wish to link 1–3 inches from the
HomeLink button you want to program.1
Press and hold the desired
HomeLink button and the button on
the remote transmitter.
Does the HomeLink indicator (LED) blink at a
faster rate after about 10 seconds?
2
a
The remote has a rolling code.
Pressthe “learn” button on the
remote-controlled device (e.g.,
garage door opener).
Press the programmed HomeLink
button again; the remote-controlled
device should operate. Within 30 seconds, press and
hold the programmed HomeLink
button for 2 seconds.a
Press and hold theprogrammed
HomeLink button for about a
second.
Does the device (garage door opener) work?
3
b
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T r a i n i n g a B u t t o n
The HomeLink Universal Transceiver built into your vehicle can be programmed to
operate up to three remotecontrolled devices around your home\b such as garage
doors\b lighting\b or home security systems.
If you have any problems programming HomeLink\b see the owner's manual
included with the device you are trying to program\b call HomeLink at
(8\f\f) 3553515\b or visit www\bhomelink\bcom\b
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B L U E T O O T H® H A N D S F R E E L I N K ®p. 25
A C U R A L I N K *p. 24
A U D I O *p. 19
C L I M A T E *p. 19
N A V I G A T I O N *p. 2\f
* voice commands available on Tech/Advance model only
V O I C E R E C O G N I T I O N
K e y F u n c t i o n s O p e r a t i o n a l b y V o i c e C o m m a n d
To keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel\b use voice commands
for handsfree calling\b navigation\b audio\b climate control\b and AcuraLink
functions. For a full list of commands\bsay“Display information ” and “Voice Info\b ”
Control five different systems with the steering wheel buttons and the
ceiling microphone.
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U s i n g t h e V o i c e C o m m a n d S y s t e mV o i c e C o m m a n d T i p s
HFL Talk button:
Give HFL
commands and answer
incoming calls.
HFL Back button: Cancel a
command and end or decline
a call.
B a s e M o d e l
PickUp button: Answer an
incoming call\b or go directly to the
Cellular Phone screen.
HangUp button: End a call or
decline a call.
Talk button: Give HFL\b navigation\b
audio\b climate control\b or
AcuraLink commands.
Back button: Cancel a command
and return to the previous screen.
T e c h \b A d v a n c e M o d e l
To hear a list of available commands at any time\b press and release the
Talk button\b then say“Help\b”
When using the Talk button\b wait for a beep\b then give a command.
Speak in a clear\b natural voice without pausing between words.
Reduce all background noise.
Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
Close the windows.
C o m m o n l y U s e d V o i c e C o m m a n d s
Here are some examples of commonly used voice commands. Try some of these
to familiarize yourself with the voice command system.
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
L o o k f o r R e s t a u r a n t s N e a r
Y o u r L o c a t i o n
Say a command like “Display
restaurant ” to see restaurant icons
appear on the map.
A d j u s t V e h i c l e ’ s C l i m a t e
S e t t i n g
Say a command like “Air
conditioner on” and“Fan speed 4”
to adjust the climate setting.
M a k e A u d i o S e l e c t i o n s
Say a command like “Radio 97\b1
FM” or“CD play track 5” to select
that station or song.
G e t E s t i m a t e d D i s t a n c e t o
D e s t i n a t i o n
After a destination is entered\b say
“How far to destination?” to hear
the remaining distance.
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