ACURA RL 2011 Owners Manual

Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.Say the language you want to
change to in that language.
Follow the HFL prompts.
This operation clears the passcodes,
paired phones, all names in the HFL
phonebook, and all imported
phonebook data.
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, all names in
the HFL phonebook and all imported
phonebook data will be lost.
If you get into the vehicle while you
are on the phone, the call can be
automatically transferred to HFL
with the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Say ‘‘ .’’
Say ‘‘ ’’ af ter the
prompts.
HFL will let you know if auto
transf er is on or of f , depending on
the previous setting. Follow the
HFL prompts to change the
setting.
Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command. 1.
2.
3.2. 1.
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2.
3.
Canadian models only
BluetoothHandsFreeL ink
Quick Language Selection
System setup
Clear System
clear
System setup
Auto transf er
T o quickly change the language:
T o clear t he syst em:
To activate or deactivate the auto
transfer function:
Features
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Thename and logos are
registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of
such marks by Honda Motor Co.,
Ltd. is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Say ‘‘ .’’
Follow the HFL prompts to
change the language to English or
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.
When French is your currently
selected language, you can give voice
commands in French. An incoming call on HFL will
interrupt
Audio when it is
playing. Audio will resume when the
call is ended.
In addition, you cannot use HFL
while using AcuraLink.
1.
2.
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-210.Operation is subject to the f ollowing twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may causeundesired operation of the device.
Bluetooth
U.S. models only
Canadian models only
Bluet oot h
To change the system language bet ween English and French:
Wireless Technology
Change Language
Change language HFL L imitations
BluetoothHandsFreeL ink
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If equipped
Your vehicle has a backup sensor
system. This system lets you know
theapproximatedistancebetween
your vehicle and most obstacles with
an audible signal while you are
parking.
Thesensorsareinstalledintherear
bumper. There are two corner
sensors, one on each side, and two
center sensors in the middle of the
rear bumper.The system is activated and a beeper
sounds once when you put the
transmission into reverse. As your
vehicle is nearing an obstacle, the
system makes the audible signal to
let you know the approximate
distance between your vehicle and
the obstacle. If there are more than
two obstacles around the rear
bumper, the system inf orms you of
the nearest obstacle’s distance f rom
the rear bumper.
All obstacles may not always be
sensed. Even with this system, you
should look f or obstacles near your
vehicletomakesureitissafetopark.The beeping changes according to
the distance between the rear
bumper and an obstacle:
Distance f rom the Bumper
Corner
Sensors Center
Sensors Within 59 in
(150 cm) Within 39 in
(100 cm) Within 20 in
(50 cm)
Signal
Short beeps Very short beeps
Continuous beeps
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Within24 in
(60 cm) Within 16 in
(40 cm) Within 10 in
(25 cm)
Operation
Backup Sensor System
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The range of the corner sensors and
the rear center sensors are limited.
Each corner sensor is capable of
sensing an obstacle within about 24
in (60 cm).The rear center sensors sense an
obstacle within about 59 in (150 cm).
Do not put any accessories on or
around the sensors.The system may not f unction
properly under these conditions:
The sensors are covered with
snow,ice,mud,etc.
When the vehicle is on a rough
road, on grass, or on a hill.
After the vehicle has been sitting
out in hot or cold weather.
When the system is af f ected by
some electrical equipment or
devices generating an ultrasonic
wave.
When operating the vehicle in bad
weather.
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The system may not sense thin or
low objects, or sonic-absorptive
materials such as snow, cotton, or
sponge.
The system cannot sense objects
directly under the bumper.
If a beeper sounds several times or
does not sound when you put the
transmission into reverse, there is a
problem with the backup sensor
system. You should have the system
checked by your dealer.Canadian Owners:This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210. Operation issubject to the f ollowing two conditions:(1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may causeundesired operation of the device.
This ISM device complies with CanadianICES-001.
Backup Sensor System
Features
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If equipped
Ref er to the navigation system
manual f or operation of the rearview
camera.
Rearview Camera and Monitor
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Bef ore you begin driving your
vehicle, you should know what
gasoline to use and how to check the
levels of important f luids. You also
need to know how to properly store
luggage or packages. The
inf ormation in this section will help
you. If you plan to add any
accessories to your vehicle, please
read the information in this section
first..............................
Break-in Period . 382
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Fuel Recommendation . 382
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Service Station Procedures . 383
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Ref ueling . 383
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Tighten Fuel Cap Message . 385
Opening and Closing
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the Hood . 385
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Oil Check . 387
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Engine Coolant Check . 387
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Fuel Economy . 388
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Accessories and Modif ications . 391
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Carrying Cargo . 393
Bef ore Driving
Bef ore Driving
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Help assure your vehicle’s f uture
reliability and perf ormance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the f irst 600 miles (1,000 km).
During this period:Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration.
Avoidhardbrakingforthefirst
200 miles (300 km). Your vehicle is designed to operate
on premium unleaded gasoline with a
pump octane of 91 or higher. If this
octane grade is unavailable, regular
unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane of 87 or higher may be used
temporarily. The use of regular
unleaded gasoline can cause metallic
knocking noises in the engine and
will result in decreased engine
perf ormance. The long-term use of
regular-grade gasoline can lead to
engine damage.
Do not change the oil until the
multi-inf ormation display indicates
it is needed.
Do not tow a trailer.
You should also f ollow these
recommendations with an
overhauled or exchanged engine, or
when the brakes are replaced. We recommend quality gasolines
containing detergent additives that
help prevent f uel system and engine
deposits.
Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation
Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation
382
Use of gasoline with these additives
may adversely af f ect perf ormance, and
cause the malf unction indicator lamp
on your instrument panel to come on. If
this happens, contact your dealer f or
service. Some gasoline today is blended
with oxygenates such as ethanol. Your
vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to
10% ethanol by volume. Do not use
gasoline containing methanol. If you
notice any undesirable operating
symptoms, try another service station
or switch to another brand of gasoline. We recommend quality gasoline
containing detergent additives that help
prevent f uel system and engine deposits.
In addition, in order to maintain good
perf ormance, f uel economy, and
emissions control, we strongly
recommend the use of gasoline that
does NOT contain harmf ul manganese-
based f uel additives such as MMT , if
such gasoline is available.
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CONT INUED
Park with the driver’s side closest
to the service station pump.
Open the f uel f ill door by pressing
the button in the driver’s door (to
open the f uel f ill door manually,
see page ).
Because the level of detergency and
additives in gasoline vary in the
market, Honda endorses the use of
‘‘TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline’’
where available to help maintain the
perf ormance and reliability of your
vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline
standard jointly established by
leading automotive manuf acturers to
meet the needs of today’s advanced
engines. Qualif ying gasoline retailers
will, in most cases, identif y their
gasoline as having met ‘‘TOP TIER
Detergent Gasoline’’ standards at the
retail location. This f uel is
guaranteed to contain the proper
level of detergent additives and be
f ree of metallic additives. The proper
level of detergent additives, and
absence of harmf ul metallic additives
in gasoline, help avoid build-up of
deposits in your engine and emission
control system. For f urther important f uel-related
inf ormation f or your vehicle, or on
inf ormation on gasoline that does not
contain MMT, visit My Acura at
. In Canada, visit
f or additional
inf ormation on gasoline. For more
inf ormation on top tier gasoline, visit .
1.
2.511
owners.acura.comwww.acura.ca
www.toptiergas.com
Service Station Procedures
Ref ueling
Bef ore Driving
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FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON
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Screw the f uel f ill cap back on
until it clicks at least once. If you
do not properly tighten the cap,
you will see a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL
CAP’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display, and the
malf unction indicator lamp may
also come on (see page ).
Push the f uel f ill door closed until
it latches.
If thefuelnozzlekeepsclickingoff
even though the tank is not f ull,
there may be a problem with your
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
system. The system helps keep
f uel vapor f rom going into the
atmosphere. Try f illing at another
pump. If this does not f ix the
problem, consult your dealer. Remove the f uel f ill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank equalizes.
Place the cap in the holder on the
fuel fill door.
Stop f illing the tank af ter the f uel
nozzle automatically clicks of f . Do
not try to ‘‘top of f ’’ the tank. This
leaves some room in the f uel tank
for the fuel to expand with
temperature changes.
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6.
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Service Station Procedures
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TETHER
FUEL FILL CAP
Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
Stop the engine, and keep
heat, sparks, and flames
away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
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