audio Acura TL 2014 Owner's Manual

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, stability, and reliability. 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. Accessories installed in
theseareasmayinterferewith
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.
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, anti-lock brakes, and
tire pressure monitoring system.
Modif ying your vehicle, or installing
non-Acura accessories, may make
your vehicle unsaf e. Bef ore you
make any modif ications or add any
accessories,besuretoreadthe
f ollowing inf ormation.
600
A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving
479
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.
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Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and trunk seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and trunk seals.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in reverse
(manual) or Park (automatic). Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry. Wash and dry the exterior
completely. Fill the f uel tank.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system may disable itself . The next
timeyouturnontheradio,youwill
see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the code (see page
).
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting may be lost. To reset the time,
see page .
The navigation system will also
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouset
to the ON mode, the system will
require you to enter a PIN bef ore it
can be used. Ref er to the navigation
system manual. 391
390On models without navigation system
On models with navigation system
Checking the Battery, Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage
578
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Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
You cannot start a vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it.Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or like ice, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
To jump start your vehicle:
Turn of f all the electrical
accessories: climate control, audio
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in neutral (manual)
or Park (automatic), and set the
parking brake. Pull up the battery terminal cover
to remove. The battery terminal
cover can be removed without
removing the lef t side engine
compartment cover.
1.
2.
3.
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Jump Starting
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
591
BATTERY TERMINAL COVER
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
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Audio System
Audio
HandsFreeLink
HomeLinkUniversal Transceiver
AcuraLink
Immobilizer System
Remote Transmitter
Keyless Access System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)
Blind Spot Inf ormation (BSI)
The f ollowing products and systems
on your vehicle emit radio waves
when in operation.
Each of the above complies with the
appropriate requirements or the
required standards of FCC (Federal
Communications Commission) and
Industry Canada Standard, described
as f ollows:
Bluetooth
Bluetooth As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thef ollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmf ul interf erence, and(2) this device must accept anyinterf erence received, includinginterf erence that may cause undesiredoperation.
Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f orcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310.Operation is subject to the f ollowing twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence, includinginterf erence that may cause undesiredoperation of the device.
DevicesthatEmitRadioWaves
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CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator . 65, 596
............................
Jump Starting . 591
..............................
Maintenance . 577
............................
Specif ications . 615
..............................
Bef ore Driving . 467
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,20
.........................
Beverage Holders . 214
Blind Spot Inf ormation System ...........................................
(BSI) . 519...................
Audio . 281, 376
...............
HandsFreeLink. 407, 424
..................................
Booster Seats . 54
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 508
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 468
...........................................
Fluid . 553
.......................................
Parking . 212
.................
System Indicator . 65, 598
........................
Wear Indicators . 507
.............................
Braking System . 507
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 468
Brightness Control,
...............................
Instruments . 143
....................................
Built-In Key . 201
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights . 562
.........
Daytime Running Lights . 555
.................................
Fog Lights . 560
.................................
Headlights . 555
............................
Specif ications . 615
............
Turn Signal Lights . 558, 562
......................
Bulbs, Halogen . 555, 560
................................
AAC . 273, 313, 365
....................................
Accessories . 479
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.....................................
Position) . 150
ACCESSORY Mode ...................
(Power Mode) . 184, 185
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 215
................
Active Head Restraints . 165
....................................
AcuraLink
. 449
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 544
...........................
Advanced Airbags . 28
...............................
Airbag (SRS) . 9, 24
..........
Airbag System Components . 24
......
Air Conditioning System . 226, 227
.........................................
Usage . 228
...............
Air Pressure, Tires . 568, 570
......................................
Antif reeze . 546
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator . 66, 508
...................................
Operation . 508
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 390
Anti-thef t Steering Column
....................................
Lock . 150, 189
................................
Audio System . 235 .
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 141
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 22
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 401
..............
Automatic Transmission . 494
..........................
Capacity, Fluid . 614
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 549
..........................
Paddle Shif ters . 499
.......................................
Shif ting . 495
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators . 494
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 497
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack . 389
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Index
A
B
INDEX
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..............................
Paddle Shif ters . 499
............
Panel Brightness Control . 143
........................
Park Gear Position . 495
...........................................
Parking . 506
...............................
Parking Brake . 212
Parking Brake and Brake
.................
System Indicator . 65, 598
...............................
Parking Lights . 139
..
Parking Over Things that Burn . 506
....
Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 34
.............................
PGM-FI System . 624
..................
Phonetic Modif ication . 335
...................................
Pollen Filter . 566
..................................
Power Mode . 184
.................
ACCESSORY Mode . 185
...................................
ON Mode . 185
....................
START Mode . 187, 188 ..............
VEHICLE OFF Mode . 185
...............
Power Socket Locations . 213
............................
Power Windows . 206
.........
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18
.........
Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 19
.....
Advice f or Pregnant Women . 18
........................
Protecting Children . 37
.....................
General Guidelines . 37
.......................
Protecting Inf ants . 42
.......
Protecting Larger Children . 53
.........
Protecting Small Children . 43
Using Child Seats with
.....................................
Tethers . 51
.............................
Using LATCH . 47
..................
Protecting Your Discs . 381
...........................
Operating Range . 174
............................
Outside Mirrors . 168
.....................
Outside Temperature . 86
....................
Overheating, Engine . 593
....
Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 539
.........................
Oxygenated Fuels . 469
...................
Radiator Overheating . 593
...
Radio/Disc Sound System . 236, 285
.................
Radio Thef t Protection . 390
............................
Radio, XM
. 246, 299
...................
Readiness Codes . 597, 626
..
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 562
........................
Rear Seat Armrest . 166 ...
Rearview Camera and Monitor . 465
...........................
Rearview Mirror . 167
...............
Rear Window Def ogger . 145
.............
Reclining the Seat Backs . 161
Recommended Shif t
................................
Speeds . 492, 503
........................................
Ref ueling . 470
.......................
Reminder Indicators . 64
Remote, Keyless Access ................................
System . 174, 179
................
Remote Audio Controls . 387
.....................
Remote Transmitter . 157
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 566
................
Engine Oil and Filter . 544
..........................................
Fuses . 600
................................
Light Bulbs . 555
........................................
Minder . 531
................................
Timing Belt . 554
...........................................
Tires . 573
.............................
Wiper Blades . 566
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash . 23
.............
Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 632
Index
INDEX
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