2006 Acura TL fuel pressure

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
59
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT
SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHTS ON
INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
VEHICLE
STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM
INDICATOR MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
(P.62)
(P.60)
(P.61) (P.63)
(P.62) (P.62)(P.63)
(P.60)
(P.61)
(P.64)
(P.64)
(P.64)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.65)
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT INDICATOR (P.63) LOW TIRE PRESSURE
INDICATOR
(P.65)
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P.60,256) (P.60,256) (P.62,202)(P.61,201)
(P.60,257)(P.67)

The multi-inf ormation display in the
instrument panel displays various
inf ormation and messages when the
ignition switch is in the ON (II)
position. Some of the messages help
you operate your vehicle more
comf ortably.
Others help to keep you aware of the
periodic maintenance your vehicle
needs f or continued trouble-f ree
driving.Driver 1 or 2 Detected
Door and Trunk Open
Fasten Seat Belt
Release Parking Brake
Odometer
Trip Meter
Outside Temperature
Engine Oil Lif e Maintenance Messages
Auto door lock conditions
Auto door unlock conditions
Whenever unlocking (driver’s
door, or all doors)
Keyless lock acknowledgment
conditions
Security relock timer
Headlight auto of f timer
Interior light dimming time
To customize these control settings,
see page .
Low Windshield Washer Fluid
Level (Canada only)
Here is a list of the messages you
can see. The f ollowing pages give
you more inf ormation on these
messages.
Tighten Fuel Cap With the multi-information display
and the two buttons next to it, you
can also customize these vehicle
control settings to your liking.Language Selection (Canada only) HandsFree Link
Keyless Memory Settings
Trip Computer
Tire Pressure
76
Multi-Inf ormation Display
67
SELECT/
RESET
BUTTON
INFO
BUTTON
TMTM

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Park with the driver’s side closest
to the service station pump.
Open the f uel f ill door by pulling
onthehandletotheleftof the
driver’s seat.
For f urther important f uel-related
inf ormation, please ref er to your
.
Stop f illing the tank af ter the f uel
nozzle automatically clicks of f . Do
not try to ‘‘top of f ’’ the tank. Leave
some room f or the f uel to expand
with temperature changes. Remove the f uel f ill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank escapes.
Place the knob on the cap in the
notch on the f uel f ill door.
If your notice any undesirable
operating symptoms, try another
service station, or switch to another
brand of gasoline.
You may hear a knocking noise from
the engine if you drive the vehicle at
low engine speed (below about 1,000
rpm) in a higher gear. To stop this,
raise the engine speed by shif ting to
a lower gear. Some gasoline today is blended with
oxygenates such as ethanol or
MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to
operate on oxygenated gasoline
containing up to 10 percent ethanol
by volume and up to 15 percent
MTBE by volume. Do not use
gasoline containing methanol.
1.
2.3.
4.
On TL with manual transmission
Service Station Procedures
Ref ueling
Quick Start Guide
Bef ore Driving
177
Pull
Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel. Stop the engine, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.

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U.S. Vehicles:
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 .
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-
inf ormation display.
179
180
223 225
236 227
Maintenance Minder
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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Checking the Fuses .259
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers .86
......
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck .264
............................
Jump Starting .252
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .256
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .257
..................
Overheated Engine .254
.......................................
Towing .263
.........................
Emergency Brake .112
......................
Emergency Flashers .86
......................
Emergency Towing .263
............
Emergency Trunk Opener .94
.......................
Emissions Controls .274
.............
Emissions Testing, State .277
Engine
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge .66
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp .60,257
.........................................
Oil Lif e .73
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Oil Pressure Indicator .60,256
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Oil, What Kind to Use .218
...............................
Overheating .254
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Specif ications .271
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Speed Limiter .191,197
.......................................
Starting .189
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Engine, if it won’t start .250 ......................
Ethanol in Gasoline .177
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls .274
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .53
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving .180
.........................................
Gasoline .176
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator .64
...........................................
Gauge .66
................
Octane Requirement .176
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Tank, Filling the .177
................
Gas Station Procedures .177
...................................
Fan, Interior .122
Features, Comfort and ..............................
Convenience .119
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank .177
........................................
Filter, Oil .219
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning .86
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a .245
.....................................
Floor Mats .232
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission .223
..........................................
Brake .225
.........................................
Clutch .225
..............
Manual Transmission .224
..........................
Power Steering .226
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Windshield Washers .222
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .132
.....................................
Fog Lights .85..........................
Four-way Flashers .86
............................
Front Airbags .11,23
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Front Seats .98
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Adjusting .98
.......................................
Heaters .106
...................................
Airbags .11,23
.................................................
Fuel .176
......................
Fill Door and Cap .177
...........................................
Gauge .66
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Octane Requirement .176
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Reserve Indicator .64
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Tank, Filling the .177
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Fuses, Checking the .259
Index
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Engine Coolant Temperature .66
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Fuel .66
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Speedometer .66
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Tachometer .66
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission .193
6-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission .190
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Glove Box .116
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Halogen Fog Bulbs .227
..........
HandsFree Link (HFL) .80,160
..............
Hazard Warning Flashers .86
........................................
Headlights .84
........................................
Aiming .227
Automatic Lighting Off .....................................
Feature .86
.......
Daytime Running Lights .84
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High Beam Indicator .63
.........................
Reminder Chime .84
...................................
Turning on .84
..............................
Head Restraints .99
.................
High-Low Beam Switch .84 HomeLink Universal
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Transceiver .156
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Hood, Opening the .178
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle .268
Ignition
..............................................
Keys .89
...........................................
Switch .90
............
Timing Control System .275
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Immobilizer System .91
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Important Safety Precautions .8
.........................................
Indicators .60
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) .61,201
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) .60,258
................
Charging System . 60,256
.............................
Cruise Control .62
DRL (Daytime Running ..................................
Lights) .63
...................................
Fog Light .64
...................................
High Beam .63
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 64
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Low Fuel .64
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Low Oil Pressure . 60,256 ...........................
Side Airbag Of f .61
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SRS .30, 61
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .63
............................
VSA Activation .62
.................................
VSA System .62
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Inf ant Restraint .39
......................................
Inf ant Seats .39
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Tether Anchorage Points . 47
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 235
.................................
Inside Mirror .101
.............................
Inspection, Tire .236
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Instrument Panel .59
..........
Instrument Panel Indicators . 60
........
Instrument Panel Brightness . 85
...............................
Interior Lights .113
........................................
Introduction .i
.................
Jacking up the Vehicle . 246
.......................................
Jack, Tire .245
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Jump Starting .252
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Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Automatic Transmission Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):
SpareTirePressure:
Power Steering Fluid:
Brake Fluid: Manual Transmission Fluid:
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
Premium unleaded gasoline,
pump octane number of 91 or
higher.
API Service SJ ‘‘Energy
Conserving’’ oil, SAE 5W-20
viscosity (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) preferred, or
aDEXRON
III ATF as a
temporary replacement (see page ). Manual Transmission Models
Front:
35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm
)
Rear:
Automatic Transmission Models Front:
Rear:
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see page
).
Capacity:
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ). 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm
)
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223 224
226225
17.1 US gal (64.7)