heater Acura TL 2003 3.2 Owner's Manual

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your Acura. All the essential controls
are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .56
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Indicator Lights .57
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Gauges .64
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Speedometer .64
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Tachometer .64
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Odometer .65
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Trip Meter .65
Outside Temperature ...................................
Indicator .66
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Temperature Gauge . 66
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Fuel Gauge .66
Maintenance Required ...................................
Indicator .67
Controls Near the Steering .......................................
Wheel .68
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Headlights .69 ...................................
Fog Lights .70
Automatic Lighting Off .....................................
Feature .70
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Daytime Running Lights . 70
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 71
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Turn Signals .71
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Windshield Wipers .72
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Windshield Washers . 73
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Hazard Warning .73
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Rear Window Def ogger . 74
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 75
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Keys and Locks .76
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Keys .76
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Immobilizer System . 77
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Ignition Switch .78
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Power Door Locks .79
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Remote Transmitter . 81
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Childproof Door Locks . 84
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Trunk .85
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 86
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Glove Box .87
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Seat Adjustments .88
Driver’s Seat Full Power ............................
Adjustments .88
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Driver’s Lumbar Support . 90Front Passenger’s Seat
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Adjustments .90
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Head Restraints .91
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Armrest .92
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Mirrors .94
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 94
Driving Position Memory ..........................................
System .96
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Seat Heaters .99
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Power Windows .100
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Moonroof .103
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Parking Brake .104
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Digital Clock .105
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Console Compartment . 106
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Coin Box .106
Armrest Storage ..........................
Compartments .107
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Beverage Holder .108
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Sun Visor .109
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Vanity Mirror .109
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Sunglasses Holder .110
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Accessory Power Sockets . 110
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Interior Lights .111
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Storage Tray .112
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols55

Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to move the
mirrorright,left,up,ordown.When you f inish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)
position. This turns of f the
adjustment switch so you can’t
move a mirror out of position by
accidentally bumping the switch.
With the selector switch in the
center (of f ) position, the passenger’s
side mirror will pivot downward
slightly when you shif t the
transmission into reverse. This will
give you a better view of that side of
the vehicle while parallel parking.
The mirror returns to its original
position when you take the
transmission out of reverse.
Outside mirror positions can be
stored in the driving position
memory system (see page ). The outside mirrors are heated to re-
move fog and frost. With the ignition
switchON(II),turnontheheaters
by pressing the button. The light in
the button comes on as a reminder.
Press the button again to turn the
heaters of f .
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The HI or LO indicator lights and
remains lit until you turn it of f by
pushing the opposite side of the
switch lightly. The indicator will turn
off.
In HI, the heater turns of f when the
seat gets warm, and turns back on
after the seat’s temperature drops. It
continues to cycle as long as you
leave it set on HI. The HI indicator
remains lit as a reminder that you
have the heater on.
In LO, the heater runs continuously.
It does not cycle with temperature
changes.
Both f ront seats are equipped with
seat heaters. The ignition switch
must be ON (II) to use them. Push
the front of the switch, HI, to rapidly
heat up the seat. After the seat
reaches a comf ortable temperature,
select LO by pushing the back of the
switch. This will keep the seat warm. Follow these precautions whenever
you use the seat heaters:
Do not use the seat heaters, even
on the LO setting, if the engine is
lef t idling f or an extended period.
They can weaken the battery,
causing hard starting. Use the HI setting only to heat the
seats quickly. Select the LO
setting when the seats f eel warm.
The HI setting draws large
amounts of current f rom the
battery.
Because of the sensors f or the side
airbag system, there is no heater in
the passenger’s seat-back.
Seat Heaters
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The Luxury and Leisure plan
provides all the benef its of the other
plans, and adds:
An OnStar advisor can assist you
with purchasing theater tickets,
airline tickets, rental car reservations
for a vacation, and just about any
other purchase you desire.
The Directions and Connections
Plan provides these additional
f eatures.
If you are unable to locate your
vehicleinalargeparkinglotor
parking structure, contact OnStar at
(888) 4-ONSTAR. The advisor will
remotely activate the exterior lights
and the horn, allowing you to locate
your vehicle.
From your computer, you can log
into www. myonstar.com to make
dinner reservations, purchase tickets
to events, send f lowers, etc.
The OnStar advisor can
give you inf ormation on nearby
hotels, restaurants, ATMs, hospitals,
gas stations, and many other
services in any area you are traveling
in. The advisor can also help you
with hotel or restaurant reservations. If you need a ride
(taxi, limousine service, etc.) the
OnStar advisor can make the
arrangements f or you. Use the
OnStar button or call (888)
4-ONSTAR. The OnStar
advisor can give you verbal
directions f rom your current location
to a desired destination.
OnSt ar
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Luxury and Leisure Plan
Features
Personal Concierge Services
Directions and Connections Plan
Features
Misplaced Vehicle Assistance
Online Concierge Services
Inf ormation and Convenience
Services Ride Assist Route Support
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Remove the reserve tank f rom its
holder by pulling it straight up.
Drain the coolant, then put the
tank back in its holder.
When the coolant stops draining,
tightenthedrainplugatthe
bottom of the radiator.
Turn the ignition ON (II). Turn
the heater temperature control
dial to maximum heat (climate
control to 90°F/32°C). Turn of f
the ignition. Open the hood. Make
sure the engine and radiator are
cool to the touch.
Remove the radiator cap. Loosen the drain plug on the
bottom of the radiator. The
coolant will drain through the
splash guard.
Install a rubber hose on the drain
bolt at the rear of the engine
cylinder block. Loosen the drain
bolt.
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Amps.
No. Circuits Protected
No. Amps. Circuits Protected
No. Amps. Circuits Protected
20 A
30 A
120 A 30 A
20 A
15 A
30 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
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24 Cooling Fan
Cooling Fan
Battery
Spare Fuse
Spare Fuse
Hazard
VSA Throttle Motor
ACG S
Stop
TCS, VSA F/S
Right Headlight
Not Used
Lef t Headlight
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30 A
15 A
60 A
40 A
40 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A Condenser Fan
Condenser Fan
Small Light
IG1 Main
Rear Window Defogger
Heater Motor
Fog Light
Power Seat
Power Window Motor
Back Up, ACC
Spare Fuse
Spare Fuse
Spare Fuse
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2
3 40 A
20 A
7.5 A ABS Motor
ABS F/S
ABS Motor Check
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Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed310
UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
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10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
30 A
7.5 A
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On Canadian modelsDriver’s Power Window
Heated Seat
Driver’s Power Seat Slide
Front Passenger’s Power
Seat Slide
Front Passenger’s Power
Seat Reclining
Rear Lef t Power Window
Front Passenger’s Power
Window
ACC (Radio)
Navigation System, OnStar,
Daytime Running Lights
Power Door Locks
Clock, Back up
A/C Mg Clutch
Moonroof
Rear Right Power Window
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
10 A
7.5 A 20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 30 A
20 A
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Fuel Pump
SRS
Heater Control, A/C Clutch
Relay, Cooling Fan Relay
R/C Mirror
Daytime Running Lights
ECU (ECM/PCM), Cruise
Control
SRS
ACC Relay, Navigation
Instrument Panel, Back-up
Lights, Memory Seat
Turn Signals
IG Coil
Wiper, Washer
Starter Signal
Type S only
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2:
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining
Interior Light, Courtesy Lights
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System Components . 44
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Use During Pregnancy . 19
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Seat Heaters .99
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Seats, Adjusting the .88
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Security System .152
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Sequential SportShif t Mode . 193
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Serial Number .316
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Service Intervals .224
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Service Manual .333
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Service Station Procedures . 175
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Setting the Clock .105
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 190
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Shif t Lock Release .197
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Side Airbags .9 ,49
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Side Airbag Indicator . 51,60
Side Marker Lights, Bulb ..............................
Replacement .270
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Signaling Turns .71
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Snow Tires .266
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Solvent-type Cleaners . 280
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Sound System .129
Spare Tire ......................................
Inf lating .288
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Specif ications .319
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Spark Plugs, Replacing . 250
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Specif ications Charts . 318................................
Speed Control .153
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Speedometer .64
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Spotlights .112
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 47
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Additional Safety Precautions . 52
How the SRS Indicator .......................................
Works .50
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How Your Airbags Work . 47
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SRS Components .47
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SRS Service .52
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SRS Indicator .50 ,60
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 79
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Starting the Engine .189
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .189
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With a Dead Battery . 296
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State Emissions Testing . 327
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Steam Coming f rom Engine . 299
Steering Wheel ..................................
Adjustment .75
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Anti-theft Column Lock . 78
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Stereo Sound System . 129
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Storing Your Car .277
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Sun Visor .109
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Sunglasses Holder .110 ....
Supplemental Restraint System . 47
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Servicing .52
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SRS Indicator .50
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System Components . 47
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Tachometer .64
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Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 273
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Taking Care of the Unexpected . 287
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Tape Player .137
Technical Descriptions ......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 320
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Emissions Control Systems . 324
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Oxygenated Fuels .322
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter .326
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Temperature Gauge .66
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Tether Anchorage Points . 41
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 326
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Time, Setting the .105
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Timing Belt .260
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Tire Chains .266
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 289
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