2011 ACURA RL radiator

If you do not f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and check
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
Start the engine, and set the
temperature to maximum heat
(climate control to AUTO at
‘‘ ’’). Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
6.
7.
8.
9.10.
11. 521
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
506
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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You can still drive your vehicle even
if this message appears on the multi-
inf ormation display, however you
should check the temperature gauge
while driving.
If you notice the temperature gauge
climbing to or above the red mark,
saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Follow the instructions on pagesand .
If there is a problem with the
radiator system, you will see a
‘‘CHECK RADIATOR SYSTEM’’ on
the multi-information display.
If you see this message, the engine
has probably overheated. You should
take your vehicle to a dealer, and
have it repaired as soon as possible. 505 506
Check Radiator System
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
507
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Î
Î
No.
No. Amps.No.
Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
Amps. Circuits Protected Amps.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
150A 15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Radiator fan Left headlight low beam
Rear defroster coil
Left headlight high beam
Small light
Right headlight high beam
Right headlight low beam
Back-up
FI ECU
Wiper
Headlight washer
Fog lights
MG clutch
Horn, Stop
Rear defroster
15 A
30 A
10 A
15 A
10 A
15 A
7.5 A 15 A
30 A
30 A
10 A
7.5 A 15 A
40 A Back-up, ACC
Hazard
ABS/VSA motor
ABS/VSA
Option
Option
Heater motor
Passenger’s f use box
Battery
IG main
Power window
40 A
15 A
30 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
70 A
120 A 50 A
50 A
: On Canadian models
Fuse Locations
518
PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
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CONT INUED
.............
Multi-Inf ormation Display . 71
...................
Neutral Gear Position . 405
..................
New Vehicle Break-in . 382
...................
NOTICE, Explanation of . i
...............
Numbers, Identif ication . 524 .............................. Paddle Shif ters . 407
............
Panel Brightness Control . 146
........................
Park Gear Position . 404
...........................................
Parking . 414
...............................
Parking Brake . 191
Parking Brake and Brake
.................
System Indicator . 63, 510
..
Parking Over Things that Burn . 414
....
Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 35
.............................
PGM-FI System . 535
...................................
Pollen Filter . 476
........................
Power Door Locks . 153
...............
Power Socket Locations . 192
............................
Power Windows . 186
.........
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 19
.........
Protecting Adults and Teens . 13
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 20
.....
Advice f or Pregnant Women . 19 ........................
Protecting Children . 38
.......................
Protecting Inf ants . 43
.......
Protecting Larger Children . 52
.........
Protecting Small Children . 44
Using Child Seats with
.....................................
Tethers . 51
.............................
Using LATCH . 47
...................
Radiator Overheating . 505
.............
Radio/CD Sound System . 213
...................
Readiness Codes . 509, 537
..
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 473
...........................
Rearview Mirror . 161
...............
Rear Window Def ogger . 147
.............
Reclining the Seat Backs . 156
.......................
Reminder Indicators . 62
Remote, Keyless Access ........................................
System . 167
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 382
.........................................
Odometer . 72
...............................
Odometer, Trip . 72
Oil ........................
Change, How to . 459
......................
Change, When to . 445
......................
Checking Engine . 387
...............................
Lif e, Engine . 445
..............
Pressure Indicator . 62, 508
Selecting Proper Viscosity
......................................
Chart . 458
.....
ON (Ignition Switch Position) . 152
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
....................................
Recovery . 534
............................
Outside Mirrors . 161 ....
Outside Temperature Indicator . 73
....................
Overheating, Engine . 505
....
Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 452
.........................
Oxygenated Fuels . 382
Index
INDEX
N
O P
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VII
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