2007 Acura TL bulb

The left or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If an indicator does not blink
or blinks rapidly, it usually means
one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see page ). Replace
the bulb as soon as possible, since
other drivers cannot see that you are
signaling.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicato rs
blink. All turn signals on the outside
of the vehicle should flash. If
this indicator comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position and the parking brake is
rele ased, it means there is a problem
in the circuit. Have your vehicle
checked by your dealer.
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. See page f or inf ormation on the headlight
controls. This indicator reminds you that the
exterior lights are on. It comes on
when the light switch is in either the
or position. This indicator
will also come on when the light
switch is in AUTO and the lights
turn on automatically. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
(I) or the LOCK (0) position without
turning of f the light switch, this
indicator will remain on. A reminder
chime will also sound when you open
the driver’s door.
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Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk, readjustment may be required.
Adjustment should be done by your
dealer or other qualif ied mechanic.Remove the left or right side
engine compartment cover f rom
thesideyouareworkingonby
caref ully pulling the cover out.
If youarereplacingthebulbon
the driver’s side, remove the air
intake cover by removing the two
f astener pins and pulling the cover
out. Then remove the upper part
of the air intake duct by pulling it
straight up.
The headlight bulbs are a type of
high voltage discharge tube. High
voltage can remain in the circuit
even with the light switch off and the
key removed. Because of this, you
shouldnotattempttoexamineor
change a headlight bulb yourself . If a
headlight bulb f ails, take your
vehicle to a dealer to have it replaced. 1.
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Headlight A iming
Headlights
Replacing a Daytime Running
Light Bulb
Lights
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Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil,
perspiration, or a scratch on the glass
can cause the bulb to overheat and
shatter.
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Insert the new bulb into the hole,
and turn it one-quarter turn
clockwise to lock it in place.
Push the electrical connector back
onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way.
(Driver’s side)
Install the upper part of the air
intake duct.
(Driver’s side)
Install the engine compartment
corner cover, and secure it with
two fastener pins.
Install the engine compartment
side cover.Start the engine. If you are
replacing a driver’s side bulb, turn
the steering wheel all the way to
theright.If youarereplacinga
passenger’s side bulb, turn the
steering wheel to the lef t. Turn of f
the engine.
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.
Remove the bulb by turning it one-
quarter turn counterclockwise. Turn on the lights to test the new
bulb.
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1. Replacing the Front T urn Signal/
Parking L ight Bulb
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Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.Remove the bulb f rom the socket
bypushingitinandturningit
counterclockwise until it unlocks.
Install the new bulb in the socket.
Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Insert the socket into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Test the lights to make sure the
new bulb is working.
Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the holding clips f rom the
edge of the inner f ender cover,
and pull the inner f ender cover
back. Push the inner f ender cover in
place. Install the holding clips, and
lock them in place by pushing on
their center.
Start the engine. If you are
replacing a driver’s side bulb, turn
the steering wheel all the way to
theright.If youarereplacinga
passenger’s side bulb, turn the
steering wheel to the lef t. Turn of f
the engine.
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Lights
Replacing a Front Fog L ight Bulb
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Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Open the trunk.
Using a small screwdriver, pop up
the pin in the center of the
f astener, then remove the f astener.
Unscrew and remove the cargo
net hook f rom the f ender. Pull
back the trunk lining.
Push the inner f ender cover in
place. Install the holding clips, and
lock them in place by pushing on
their center. Turn on the f og lights to test the
new bulb. Push the electrical connector back
onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way. Insert the new bulb into the hole,
and turn it one-quarter turn
clockwise to lock it in place. Remove the bulb by turning it
about one-quarter turn
counterclockwise. Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.
Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the holding clips f rom the
edge of the inner f ender cover,
and pull the inner f ender cover
back. 3.
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5.
6.
7.
8.
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2. Replacing the Rear Turn Signal
Bulb (in Fenders)
Lights
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Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil,
perspiration, or a scratch on the glass
can cause the bulb to overheat and
shatter.
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Insert the fastener into the hole on
the side of the trunk lining, and
push in the head of the f astener.
Screw the cargo net hook into the
f ender.Determine which back-up light
is out (lef t or right), then open
the trunk.
Reinstall the trunk lining. Make
sure it is installed under the edge
of the trunk seal.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working. Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks. Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
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7.
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Replacing the Back-up L ight Bulb
(in T runk L id)
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RIGHT STOPCORNER
FASTENER
LEFT STOP
TRUNK LID
INNER
HANDLE
LEFT SIDE FASTENER
CORNER
FASTENER
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Popupthepininthecenterof
the lef t or right corner f astener
with a small screwdriver, and
remove the fastener.Remove the lef t side
f astener the same way.
Pull out the outside edge of the
rubber stop, then push the stop
outward, and pull it to remove it.
Remove the screw from the
trunk lid inner handle, and
removethehandletrim.
Pull back the corner of the
trunk lid lining.Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
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Lef t side
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Insert the socket into the light
assembly. Turn it clockwise to
lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Reinstall the trunk lid lining. Make
sure it is installed under the edge
of the trunk seal.
Install all removed parts.If your seat belts get dirty, use a sof t
brush with a mixture of mild soap
and warm water to clean them. Do
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning
solvents. Let the belts air-dry bef ore
you use the vehicle. Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat
belt anchors can cause the belts to
retract slowly. Wipe the insides of
the loops with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water, or isopropyl alcohol.
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7. Cleaning the Seat Belts
Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts
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