2002 Acura CL heating

The automatic climate control
system in your Acura picks the
proper combination of air condi-
tioning, heating, and ventilation to
maintain the interior temperature
you select. The system also adjusts
the fan speed and air flow levels.
The direction of air f low f rom the
vents in the center and each side of
the dashboard is adjustable. Move
the tab in the center of each vent up-
and-down and side-to-side.The climate control system draws air
through the exterior vents at the
bottom of the windshield. Keep
these vents clear of leaves and other
debris.For the climate control system to
provide heating and cooling, the
engine must be running.
Thesideventscanbeopenedand
closed with the dials underneath
them.
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
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Pressing the OFF button shuts the
climate control system completely
of f . Keep the system completely of f
only f or short periods. To keep stale
air and mustiness f rom collecting,
you should have the f an running at
all times.
To put the Automatic Climate
Control in f ully-automatic mode,
press the AUTO button and set the
f an control dial to AUTO, then set
the desired temperature by turning
the temperature control dial. You will
see FULL AUTO in the system’s
display. The light in the
buttonalsoshowsyouwhich
mode, Recirculation or Fresh Air, is
selected.
When you set the temperature to its
lower limit (60°F/18°C) or its upper
limit (90°F/32°C), the system runs
at f ull cooling or heating only. It does
not regulate the interior temperature. When the temperature is set
between the lower and upper limits,
the system regulates the interior
temperature to the set value.
The system automatically selects the
proper mix of conditioned and/or
heated air that will, as quickly as
possible, raise or lower the interior
temperature f rom its current level to
the set temperature.
Climat e Cont rol Syst em
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Fully-automatic Operation
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To put the Automatic Climate
Control in f ully-automatic mode,
press the AUTO button. The
indicator in the button will light.
Then set the desired temperature by
pressing either side of the TEMP
button: to raise the temperature
above the displayed value, or to
lower the temperature. The light in
the button also shows you
which mode, Recirculation or Fresh
Air, is selected.
When you set the temperature to its
lower limit (60°F/18°C) or its upper
limit (90°F/32°C), the system runs
at f ull cooling or heating only. It does not regulate the interior temperature.
When the temperature is set
between the lower and upper limits,
the system regulates the interior
temperature to the set value.
The system automatically selects the
proper mix of conditioned and/or
heated air that will, as quickly as
possible, raise or lower the interior
temperature f rom its current level to
the set temperature.
Pressing the OFF button shuts the
climate control system completely
of f . Keep the system completely of f
only f or short periods. To keep stale
air and mustiness f rom collecting,
you should have the f an running at
all times.
Climat e Cont rol Syst em
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Fully-automatic Operation
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CONT INUED
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Economy, Fuel .168
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Emergencies on the Road . 273
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Battery, Jump Starting . 283
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Brake System Indicator . 292
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Changing a Flat Tire . 275
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Charging System Indicator . 289
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Checking the Fuses . 295
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 288
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 290
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Manually Closing Moonroof . 293
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Overheated Engine . 286
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Emergency Brake .102
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Emergency Flashers .70
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Emergency Towing .300
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 84
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Emissions Controls .312
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Emissions Testing, State . 315
Engine ............................................
Belts .244
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 62
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .55, 290
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 55,288
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 219...............................
Overheating .286
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Specif ications .307
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Speed Limiter .184
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Starting .177
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Ethanol in Gasoline .310
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 312
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Exhaust Fumes .49
Exhaust Gas Recirculation ........................................
System .313
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
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Exterior, Cleaning the . 266
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Fan, Interior .118, 123
Features, Comfort and ..............................
Convenience .113
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 163
Filters ................................
Air Cleaner .233
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Dust and Pollen .244
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Oil .221
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 70
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Daytime Running Lights . 67
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 320
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 70
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Def rosting the Windows . 120,125
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Dimensions .306
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Dimming the Headlights . 65
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 230
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Engine Oil .165
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Directional Signals .67
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 187
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Disposal of Used Oil .222
Doors ....................
Lockout Prevention . 78
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Monitor Light .58
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Power Door Locks .77
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 308
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Drive Belts .244
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .175
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Economy .168
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In Bad Weather .196
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In Foreign Countries . 311
Driving Position Memory ..........................................
System .95
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 244
Index
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 162
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Odometer .61
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Odometer, Trip .61
Oil ........................
Change, How to .221
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Change, When to .210
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Checking Engine .165
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Pressure Indicator . 55,288
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .220
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 76
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .312
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Operation in Foreign Countries . 311
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Outside Mirrors .93
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Outside Temperature Indicator . 62
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Overheating, Engine .286
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 217
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Oxygenated Fuels .310
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Paint Touch-up .267
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Panel Brightness Control . 67........................
Park Gear Position .180
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Parking .186
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Parking Brake .102
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator . 55,292
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Parking Lights .65
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 314
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PGM-FI System .313
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Polishing and Waxing . 267
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Pre-Drive Saf ety Checklist . 11
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18
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Protecting Adults .12
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Additional Safety Precautions . 19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 18
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Protecting Children .20
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Protecting Inf ants .28
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Protecting Larger Children . 35
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Protecting Small Children . 32
Using Child Seats with .....................................
Tethers .39
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Radiator Overheating . 286
Radio/Cassette/CD Sound ........................................
System .127 ...........................
Readiness Codes .291
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Rear Console Compartment . 85
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 258
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Rear Seat Access .89
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Rear Seat Armrest .91
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Rear View Mirror .93
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Rear Window Def ogger . 70
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 87
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Reminder Lights .53
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Remote Transmitter .78
Replacement Inf ormation .................
Air Cleaner Element . 233
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 244
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Engine Coolant .225
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Engine Oil and Filter . 221
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Fuses .295
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Light Bulbs .254
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Schedule .208
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Spark Plugs .235
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Tires .249
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Wiper Blades .241
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .42
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Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant . 167
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Restraint, Child .20
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Reverse Gear Position . 180
Index
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