2009 Acura TL ignition

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vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.
However, if the brake pedal does not
f eel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will f eel the brake
pedal go down much f arther bef ore
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal. You will also see a ‘‘LOW BRAKE
FLUID’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display when this
indicator comes on.
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position (set ON mode on models
with keyless access system), without
starting the engine. The malf unction
indicator lamp will come on f or 20
seconds. If it then goes of f , the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks
f ive times, the readiness codes are
not set. If possible, do not take your
vehicle f or an emissions test until the
readiness codes are set. Ref er to
for more
inf ormation (see page ). Models equipped with the
keyless access system have an
engine start/stop button instead
of an ignition switch. ON Mode
is the equivalent of ON (II). For
more inf ormation, see pages
and .
If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake f luid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it f eels normal.
If it does, check the brake f luid level
thenexttimeyoustopataservice
station (see page ). The brake system indicator normally
comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, and
as a reminder to check the parking
brake. It will stay on if you do not
f ully release the parking brake.
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Malf unction Indicator L amp, Brake System Indicator
Brake System
Indicator
Emissions T esting
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Also check the combined f use box in
the under-hood f use box.
If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, the first thing
youshouldcheckforisablownfuse.
Determine f rom the chart on pages
, and , or the diagram on
thefuseboxlidorthefuselabel,
which f use or f uses control that
component. Check those f uses f irst,
but check all the f uses bef ore
deciding that a blown f use is not the
cause. Replace any blown f uses and
check if the device works.
Turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Make sure the
headlights and all other
accessories are of f . Check each of the large f uses in
the under-hood f use box by
looking at the wire inside.
Removing these f uses requires a
Phillips-head screwdriver. Remove the cover f rom the f use
box.
Models equipped with the keyless
access system have an engine
start/stop button instead of an
ignition switch. VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) Mode is the equivalent of
LOCK (0). See page for
ignition switch and power mode
comparison. 3.
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2.
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Checking and Replacing Fuses
Fuses
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FUSE
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If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock. Turn of f the engine. Shif t to D position f or 5 seconds,
then to N. Start the engine. Release the parking brake.
Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle:
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
The operator will load
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Any other method of towing will
damage the drive system. When you
contact the towing agency, inf orm
them a f lat-bed is required. If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
Models equipped with the keyless
access system have an engine start/
stop button instead of an ignition
switch. ACCESSORY Mode is the
equivalent of ACCESSORY (I). See
page f or ignition switch and
power mode comparison.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the f ront tires and lif t them of f
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground.
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(On SH-AWD models)(Except SH-AWD models)
Emergency Towing
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
T his is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
The only way you can saf ely tow
your vehicle is with f lat-bed
equipment.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
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Towing with only two tires on the
ground will damage parts of the
all-wheel-drive system. Your vehicle
should be transported on a f lat-bed
truck or trailer.
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With the f ront wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h).
If your vehicle is equipped with a
f ront spoiler, remove it bef ore
towing so it is not damaged. Models equipped with the keyless
access system have an engine start/
stop button instead of an ignition
switch. ACCESSORY Mode is the
equivalent of ACCESSORY (I). See
page f or ignition switch and
power mode comparison.
If you decide to tow your vehicle
with all f our wheels on the ground,
make sure you use a properly-
designed and attached tow bar.
Prepare the vehicle for towing as
described above, and leave the
ignition switched in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock. Make
sure the radio and any items plugged
into the accessory power socket are
turned of f so they do not run down
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T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight. Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine, your vehicle must be
transported with the f ront wheels of f
the ground.
The steering system can be damaged if
the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)
position, and make sure the steering
wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin
towing.On models with the Keyless Access
system, the ENGINE START/STOP
BUTTON indicator will conf irm that
the power mode is in the ACCESSORY
mode and that the steering lock is
released. If the steering wheel does not
turn f reely, rotate the wheel right and
lef t while pressing the ENGINE
START/STOP BUTTON. This
inf ormation also appears on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).
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The exhaust emissions controls
include f our systems: PGM-FI,
ignition timing control, exhaust gas
recirculation, and three way catalytic
converter. These f our systems work
together to control the engine’s
combustion and minimize the
amount of HC, CO, and NOx that
come out the tailpipe. The exhaust
emissions control systems are
separate f rom the crankcase and
evaporative emissions control
systems.The emissions control systems are
designed and certif ied to work
together in reducing emissions to
levels that comply with the Clean Air
Act. To make sure the emissions
remain low, you should use only new
Acura replacement parts or their
equivalent f or repairs. Using lower
qualitypartsmayincreasethe
emissions f rom your vehicle.
The emissions control systems are
covered by warranties separate from
the rest of your vehicle. Read your
warranty manual for more informa-
tion.
The PGM-FI system uses sequential
multiport f uel injection.
It has three subsystems: air intake,
engine control, and f uel control. The
powertrain control module (PCM)
uses various sensors to determine
how much air is going into the
engine. It then controls how much
f uel to inject under all operating
conditions. This system constantly adjusts the
ignition timing, reducing the amount
of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
system takes some of the exhaust
gas and routes it back into the intake
manif old. Adding exhaust gas to the
air/f uel mixture reduces the amount
of NOx produced when the f uel is
burned.
The three way catalytic converter is
in the exhaust system. Through
chemical reactions, it converts HC,
CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen
(N ), and water vapor.
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Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts
PGM-FI SystemIgnit ion T iming Cont rol Syst em
Exhaust Gas Recirculat ion (EGR)Syst em
Three Way Catalytic Converter
Emissions Cont rols
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Capacities Chart .614
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .57
Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator .65,595
............................
Jump Starting .591
..............................
Maintenance .577
............................
Specif ications .615
..............................
Bef ore Driving .485
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,20
...........................
Beverage Holder .203
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Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.392 Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .521
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Break-in, New Linings .486
...........................................
Fluid .555
.......................................
Parking .201
.................
System Indicator .65,597
........................
Wear Indicators .520
.............................
Braking System .520
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle .486
Brightness Control,
...............................
Instruments .137
....................................
Built-In Key .142
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .563
.........
Daytime Running Lights .556
.................................
Fog Lights .561
............................
Specif ications .345
............
Turn Signal Lights .559,563
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen .556
................................
AAC .265,307,357
...
Accessories and Modif ications .495
................................
Accessories .495
............................
Modif ications .496
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .....................................
Position) .145
ACCESSORY Mode ...........................
(Power Mode) .178
............
Accessory Power Sockets .204
......................................
AcuraLink .467
................
Adding Engine Coolant .550
........................
Adding Engine Oil .547
....................
Additives, Engine Oil .548
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9,24
...............
Additional Information .24
......................................
Servicing .35
...................
System Components .24
..............
Air Conditioning System .214
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .568
......................................
Antif reeze .550
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .66,521
...................................
Operation .521
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System .376 Anti-thef t Steering Column
............................................
Lock .145
................................
Audio System .223
.
Automatic Lighting Off Feature .135
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .22
.............
Automatic Speed Control .386
..............
Automatic Transmission .507
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .614
...............
Checking Fluid Level .553
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Shif ting .508
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator .507
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Shif t Lock Release .510
Index
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Jacking up the Vehicle .584
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Jack, Tire .583
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Jump Starting .591
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Halogen Fog Bulbs .556
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HandsFreeLink
(HFL) .392,420
............
Hazard Warning Flashers .139
.....................................
Headlights .133
........................................
Aiming .556
Automatic Lighting Off ...................................
Feature .135
.........
Daytime Running Lights .136
..................
High Beam Indicator .71 .......................
Reminder Chime .133
.................................
Turning on .133
............................
Head Restraints .156
...............
High-Low Beam Switch .133
HomeLink
Universal
................................
Transceiver .389
.......................
Hood, Opening the .489
.........................................
Gasoline .486
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator .73
...........................................
Gauge .75
................
Octane Requirement .486
........................
Tank, Filling the .487
................
Gas Station Procedures .487
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature .76
...............................................
Fuel .75
...............................
Speedometer .75
.................................
Tachometer .75
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission .507
......................................
Glove Box .205 ...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle .612
Ignition
............................................
Keys .141
.........................................
Switch .145
............
Timing Control System .624
......................
Immobilizer System .143
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Important Safety Precautions .6
.........................................
Indicators .64
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) .66,521
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) .65,597
................
Charging System .65,595
.............................
Cruise Control .72
.....................................
Fog Light .71
...................................
High Beam .71
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Key (Immobilizer System) .65 ......................................
Low Fuel .73
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Low Oil Pressure .64,595
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Side Airbag Of f .33,67
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SRS .26,67
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .70
............................
VSA Activation .68
.................................
VSA System .68
...............................
Inf ant Restraint .42
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Inf ant Seats .42
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Tether Anchorage Points .51
...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire .568
.................................
Inside Mirror .161
.............................
Inspection, Tire .571
............................
Instrument Panel .63
..........
Instrument Panel Indicators .64
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Instrument Panel Brightness .137
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Interior Lights .209
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Introduction .i
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Keys .141
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Built-In .142
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Keyless Access Remote .168,173
Keyless Access Remote System
....................
Entry Main Switch .187
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Keyless Access System .167
.............
Keyless Memory Setting .176 ..................................
Maintenance .533
........................................
Minder .535
...
Owner Maintenance Checks .543
..........................................
Saf ety .534
Malf unction Indicator ....................................
Lamp .64,596
...........
Memory, Driving Position .164
.........................
Meters, Gauges .63,75
........................
Mirrors, Adjusting .161
...............
Modif ying Your Vehicle .496
.......................................
Moonroof .199
.............
Multi-Inf ormation Display .77
.......................
Label, Certif ication .612
...............
Lane Change, Signaling .133
..................
Lap/Shoulder Belts .16,21
Lights
....................
Bulb Replacement .556
.......................................
Indicator .63
.......................................
Parking .133
..........................
Turn Signal .70,133
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .145
......................
Lockout Prevention .147
Locks .....
Anti-thef t Steering Column .145
..................................
Glove Box .205
...............................
Power Door .146.........................................
Trunk .148
........................
Low Coolant Level .491
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .64,595
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart .614
...........
Luggage, Storing (Cargo) .497
...................
Neutral Gear Position .509
..................
New Vehicle Break-in .486
...................
NOTICE, Explanation of .i ...............
Numbers, Identif ication .612
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline .486
.........................................
Odometer .81
...............................
Odometer, Trip .81
Oil ........................
Change, How to .548
......................
Change, When to .544
......................
Checking Engine .490
..............
Pressure Indicator .64,595
Selecting Proper Viscosity
......................................
Chart .547
.........
ON (Ignition Key Position) .145
.............
ON Mode (Power Mode) .178
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
....................................
Recovery .623
...........................
Operating Range .168
............................
Outside Mirrors .161
.....................
Outside Temperature .84
....................
Overheating, Engine .593
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks .543
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