2010 Acura TL low oil 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.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
63
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATORPARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
SH-AWD INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR
If equipped
: SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR
KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM INDICATOR ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
(EPS) INDICATOR
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.
68)
(P.73)
(P. 68)
(P.74) (P.
69) (P.
72)
(P.
72)
(P.
67)(P.
73)
(P.
65)
(P.
70)
(P.
71)
(P.
67) (P.
66)
SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P.
72)
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 64)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) OFF
INDICATOR (P.
72)
(P.65, 561)
(P. 71)
A/T model is shown. (P.
65, 559)
(P. 64, 559)
(P. 64, 560) (P.
77)
(P. 71)
DOOR/TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR
(P.
71)
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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 oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel 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 .448
449
515 519
534 521
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Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maint enance
505
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Always use Honda Long-lif e Anti-
f reeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant
is pre-mixed with 50 percent
antif reeze and 50 percent distilled
water. Never add straight antif reeze
or plain water.
If Honda antif reeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporaryreplacement.Makesureit
is a high-quality coolant
recommended f or aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causing the cooling system to
malf unction or f ail. Have the cooling
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda antif reeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level on the dipstick. If necessary,
add more oil.
If the coolant level in the reserve
tank is at or below the MIN line, add
coolant to bring it up to the MAX line.
Inspect the cooling system f or leaks.
To access the radiator reserve tank,
remove the right-side engine
compartment cover (see page ).
7.
8.
9.
508
A dding Engine Coolant
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant
512
RESERVE TANK
MIN
MAX
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container, and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
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This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire .546
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .547
.............
If the Engine Won’t Start . 552
................................
Jump Starting .555
..............
If the Engine Overheats . 557
.........
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 559
..........
Charging System Indicator . 559
.......
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 560
...............
Brake System Indicator . 561
Opening the Fuel Fill Door ....................................
Manually .562
..............................................
Fuses .563
..............................
Fuse Locations .567
......................
Emergency Towing .570
..........
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck . 572
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
545
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Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(seeon page
).
Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance. If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
This indicator should never come on
when the engine is running. If it
starts flashing or stays on, the oil
pressure has dropped very low or
lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on
the multi-information display when
this indicator comes on. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
1.
2.
3.
4.
448
570 509
Emergency T owing Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
559
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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CONT INUED
Doors.....
Lock Button, Outer Handle . 170
..........
Lockout Prevention . 147,171
.................
Monitor Indicator . 12,71
....................
Power Door Locks . 146
.
Unlock Sensor, Outer Handle . 169
........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 581
Downshif ting, ..............
Manual Transmission . 465
....................
D-Paddle Shif t Mode .473
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving .459
....................................
Economy .450
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .164
Dual Temperature and Mode .......................................
Control .222
..................
Dual and Pollen Filter . 532
...................................
Fan, Interior .220
..............................
Economy, Fuel .450
Electronic Stability Control ............................
(ESC) System .484
..................................
Emergencies .545
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 555 ...........
Brake System Indicator . 561
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 547
.....
Charging System Indicator . 559
..................
Checking the Fuses . 563
.......
Hazard Warning Flashers . 139
.........
If the Engine Won’t Start . 552
......
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck . 572
............................
Jump Starting .555
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 559
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 560
Manually Opening Fuel Fill .......................................
Door .562
..................
Overheated Engine . 557
.......................................
Towing .570
.........................
Emergency Brake .204
..............
Emergency Engine Start . 464
....................
Emergency Flashers .139
......................
Emergency Towing .570
..........
Emergency Trunk Opener . 150
.......................
Emissions Controls .587
........................
Emissions Testing .590
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 512
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 76
.........................
If It Won’t Start .552 Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp .64, 560
.................................
Oil Lif e .84, 497
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 64,559
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 509
...............................
Overheating .557
............................
Specif ications .579
....................
Speed Limiter . 466,471
.............
Start/Stop Button . 177,182
..............................
Starting .461, 463
Starting System .........................
Message .462, 464
......
Engine Compartment Covers . 508
..............................
Engine Coolant .512
............
Engine Start/Stop Button . 177
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline .445
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 587
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .57
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 548
.......................................
Jack, Tire .548
................................
Jump Starting .555
.......
Keyless Access Remote . 168,173
Keyless Access Remote System ...............................
Main Switch .189
................
Keyless Access System . 167
..........
Keyless Memory Settings . 92
................................................
Keys .141
........................................
Built-In .195
.......................
Label, Certif ication .576
...............
Lane Change, Signaling . 133
..................
Lap/Shoulder Belts . 16,21
...............................
LATCH System .47
................
Lights Control Buttons . 211
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 576
Ignition ............................................
Keys .141
.........................................
Switch .145
............
Timing Control System . 588
......................
Immobilizer System .143
.........
Important Safety Precautions . 6
...............
Indicators/Messages . 64,88
......
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 66,482
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .65, 561
................
Charging System . 65,559
.............................
Cruise Control .72
.............................
Door Open .12, 71
...................................
Fog Lights .71
...................................
High Beam .71
.................................
Hot Coolant .76
........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 65
..............
Keyless Access System . 74
.....................................
Lights On .71
......................................
Low Fuel .73
................
Low Oil Pressure . 64,559
.........
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS . 69
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 560.................................
Seat Belt .20, 64
.....................
Side Airbag Of f .33, 67
.........................................
SRS .32, 67
.................
Starting System . 462,464
...........................
Trunk Open .12, 71
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .70
........................................
VSA Off .68
.................................
VSA System .68
..................
Individual Map Lights . 213
.........
Indicators, Instrument Panel . 64
...............................
Inf ant Restraint .42
......................................
Inf ant Seats .42
.........................................
LATCH .47
..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 51
...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire . 535
.................................
Inside Mirror .161
.............................
Inspection, Tire .537
....................
Installing a Child Seat .46
..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 51
.............................
Using LATCH .47
............................
Instrument Panel .63
......
Instrument Panel Brightness . 137
...............................
Interior Lights .211
........................................
Introduction .i
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...................
Neutral Gear Position . 470
..................
New Vehicle Break-in . 444
.....................
Normal Shif t Speeds .466 ...................
NOTICE, Explanation of . i
...............
Numbers, Identif ication . 576
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 444
.........................................
Odometer .81
Oil ........................
Change, How to .510
......................
Change, When to .497
......................
Checking Engine .448
..............
Pressure Indicator . 64,559
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .510
.........
ON (Ignition Key Position) . 145
.............
ON Mode (Power Mode) . 178
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .587
...........................
Operating Range .168
............................
Outside Mirrors .162
.....................
Outside Temperature .84
....................
Overheating, Engine .557
....
Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 505
.........................
Oxygenated Fuels .445
..................................
Maintenance .495
Main Items and Sub ..............................
Items .502, 506
........................................
Minder .498
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .505
..........................................
Saf ety .496
Malf unction Indicator ....................................
Lamp .64, 560
...................
Manual Transmission . 465
........
Manual Transmission Fluid . 517
....................................
Map Lights .213
...........
Memory, Driving Position . 164
.........................
Meters, Gauges .63, 75
........................
Mirrors, Adjusting .161
...............
Modif ying Your Vehicle . 454
.......................................
Moonroof .202
.............
Multi-Inf ormation Display . 77
Lights
....................
Bulb Replacement .521
.......................................
Indicator .63
.......................................
Parking .133
..........................
Turn Signal .70, 133
....................................
Load Limits .456
....
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 145
LOCK VEHICLE OFF ...........................
(Power Mode) .178
......................
Lockout Prevention .147
Locks Anti-thef t Steering ...........................
Column .145, 183
........................
Childproof Door .147
............................
Fuel Fill Door .445
..................................
Glove Box .208
...............................
Power Door .146
.........................................
Trunk .148
......
Trunk Pass-through Cover . 160
........................
Low Coolant Level .449
.........................
Low Fuel Indicator .73
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 64,559
................................
Lower Anchors .47
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 578
...........
Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 455
Index
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