2004 Acura TL service interval

If you have the required service
perf ormed but do not reset the
display, or reset the display without
perf orming the service, the system
will not show the proper
maintenance intervals. This can lead
to serious mechanical problems
because you will no longer have an
accurate record of when
maintenance is needed.If the indicated maintenance service
is not done and the remaining engine
oil lif e gets less than 0 percent, you
will see the message ‘‘SERVICE
PAST DUE’’ on the display.
Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as previously described.Your authorized Acura dealer knows
your vehicle best and can provide
competent, ef f icient service.
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Keep all receipts
as proof of completion, and have the
person who does the work f ill out the
Maintenance Record. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend the use of Acura
parts and f luids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high-
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their performance and durability.
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Maintenance Minder
Maint enance197

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U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, Acura
recommends that all maintenance
services be perf ormed in accordance
with the intervals indicated by the
Multi-Inf ormation Display.
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page . Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .167
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222 213
Maintenance Minder
Maint enance
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards.
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
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You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the Multi-
Inf ormation Display.
Your Acura does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect your engine’s or transmission’s
perf ormance and durability.Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the Multi-
Inf ormation Display. The oil and
f ilter collect contaminants that can
damage your engine if they are not
removed regularly.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
2. 1.
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives Changing the Oil and Filter
205
DRAIN BOLT
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Tachometer .57
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Taking Care of the Unexpected . 229
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Tape Player .136
Technical Descriptions ......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 258
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Emissions Control Systems . 260
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter .262
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Temperature Gauge .57
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Temperature, Outside . 63
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Temperature, Inside Sensor . 116
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Tether Anchorage Points . 41
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 262
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Tilt the Steering Wheel . 78
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Time, Setting the .103
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Cleaning .218
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14,19
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Maintenance .21
Reminder Light and ................................
Beeper .19, 52
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System Components . 19
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Use During Pregnancy . 17
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Seat Heaters .96
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Seats, Adjusting the .90
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Security System .141
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Sequential SportShif t Mode . 183
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Serial Number .254
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Service Intervals .195
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Service Manual .269
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Service Station Procedures . 165
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Setting the Clock .103
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 181
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Shif t Lock Release .185
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Shif ting .181
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Side Airbags .9 ,25
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Side Airbag Of f Indicator . 27,53
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Side Curtain Airbags .26
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Signaling Turns .74
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Snow Tires .225
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Sound System .117 Spare Tire
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Inf lating .230
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Specif ications .257
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Specif ications Charts . 256
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Speed Control .142
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 33
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Additional Safety Precautions . 28
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Airbag Components . 22
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Airbag Service .28
How the SRS Indicator .......................................
Works .26
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .23
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 25
How Your Side Curtain Airbags .........................................
Work .26
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SRS Indicator .26 ,53
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 80
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Starting the Engine .177
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With a Dead Battery . 238
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State Emissions Testing . 263
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Steam Coming f rom Engine . 236
Steering Wheel ..................................
Adjustment .78
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Anti-theft Column Lock . 80
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Stereo Sound System . 117....................
Storing Your Vehicle .227
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Sunglasses Holder .108
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Supplemental Restraint System . 22
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Servicing .28
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SRS Indicator .26
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System Components . 22
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