2014 Acura TL 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 INDICATOR
PARKING 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
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
(EPS) INDICATOR
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P. 73)
(P. 68)
(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 (P. 72)
(P. 71)
A/T model is shown. (P. 71)
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) OFF
INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM
(BSI) INDICATOR
DOOR/TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR
(P. 68)
(P. 71)
KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P. 74)
(P. 75)
(P. 65, 596)
(P. 64, 595)
(P. 64, 597)
(P. 65, 598)
(P. 78)
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The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle.
You will also see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT
BELT’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display. For
more information, see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator f lashes or stays on
when the engine is running, and you
will see a ‘‘CHECK ENGINE OIL
LEVEL’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display. For more
inf ormation, see page .
If either of you do not f asten your
seat belt while driving, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will f lash
again at regular intervals, and you
will see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT BELT’’ or
‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT
BELT’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. It reminds you and your
passengers to f asten your seat belts.
A beeper also sounds if you have not
f astened your seat belt.
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 pagesand .
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position bef ore f astening
your seat belt, the beeper sounds
and the indicator f lashes. If you do
notfastenyourseatbeltbeforethe
beeper stops, the indicator stops
f lashing but remains on. If your f ront passenger does not
f asten their seat belt, the indicator
comes on about 6 seconds af ter the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position.
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184 187 597
595
Instrument Panel Indicators
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
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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
all the 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 .474
475
549 553
568 555
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Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maint enance
539
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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.
542
A dding Engine Coolant
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant
546
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 . 582
....................
Changing a Flat Tire . 583
.............
If the Engine Won’t Start . 588
................................
Jump Starting . 591
..............
If the Engine Overheats . 593
.........
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 595
..........
Charging System Indicator . 596
.......
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 597
...............
Brake System Indicator . 598
Opening the Fuel Fill Door
....................................
Manually . 599
..............................................
Fuses . 600
..............................
Fuse Locations . 604
......................
Emergency Towing . 607
..........
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck . 609
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
581
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Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
outwithin10seconds,turnoff the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page).
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see 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. Saf ely pull of f the road and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing 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.
The indicator notif ies you of low oil
pressure and does not measure the
oil level. Check your vehicle’s oil
level at each ref ueling. 2.
3.4.
1. 474
543 607
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
595
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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BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator . 65, 596
............................
Jump Starting . 591
..............................
Maintenance . 577
............................
Specif ications . 615
..............................
Bef ore Driving . 467
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Belts,Seat .8,20
.........................
Beverage Holders . 214
Blind Spot Inf ormation System ...........................................
(BSI) . 519...................
Audio . 281, 376
...............
HandsFreeLink. 407, 424
..................................
Booster Seats . 54
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 508
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 468
...........................................
Fluid . 553
.......................................
Parking . 212
.................
System Indicator . 65, 598
........................
Wear Indicators . 507
.............................
Braking System . 507
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 468
Brightness Control,
...............................
Instruments . 143
....................................
Built-In Key . 201
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights . 562
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Daytime Running Lights . 555
.................................
Fog Lights . 560
.................................
Headlights . 555
............................
Specif ications . 615
............
Turn Signal Lights . 558, 562
......................
Bulbs, Halogen . 555, 560
................................
AAC . 273, 313, 365
....................................
Accessories . 479
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.....................................
Position) . 150
ACCESSORY Mode ...................
(Power Mode) . 184, 185
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 215
................
Active Head Restraints . 165
....................................
AcuraLink
. 449
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 544
...........................
Advanced Airbags . 28
...............................
Airbag (SRS) . 9, 24
..........
Airbag System Components . 24
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Air Conditioning System . 226, 227
.........................................
Usage . 228
...............
Air Pressure, Tires . 568, 570
......................................
Antif reeze . 546
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator . 66, 508
...................................
Operation . 508
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 390
Anti-thef t Steering Column
....................................
Lock . 150, 189
................................
Audio System . 235 .
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 141
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 22
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 401
..............
Automatic Transmission . 494
..........................
Capacity, Fluid . 614
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 549
..........................
Paddle Shif ters . 499
.......................................
Shif ting . 495
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators . 494
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 497
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 389
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Economy, Fuel . 476
Electronic Stability Control
............................
(ESC) System . 510 ..................................
Emergencies . 581
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 591
...........
Brake System Indicator . 598
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 583
.....
Charging System Indicator . 596
..................
Checking the Fuses . 600
.......
Hazard Warning Flashers . 145
.........
If the Engine Won’t Start . 588
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If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck . 609
............................
Jump Starting . 591
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 595
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 597
Manually Opening Fuel Fill
.......................................
Door . 599
..................
Overheated Engine . 593
.......................................
Towing . 607
.........................
Emergency Brake . 212
..............
Emergency Engine Start . 490
....................
Emergency Flashers . 145
......................
Emergency Towing . 607
..........
Emergency Trunk Opener . 156
.......................
Emissions Controls . 623
........................
Emissions Testing . 626
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 546
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 77 .........................
If It Won’t Start . 588
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp . 64, 597
.................................
Oil Lif e . 86, 531
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 64, 595
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 543
...............................
Overheating . 593
............................
Specif ications . 615
....................
Speed Limiter . 492, 497
.............
Start/Stop Button . 183, 188
..............................
Starting . 487, 489
Starting System .........................
Message . 488, 490
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Engine Compartment Covers . 542
..............................
Engine Coolant . 546
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Engine Start/Stop Button . 183, 188
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Ethanol in Gasoline . 469
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 623
...............................
Exhaust Fumes . 57
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by . 18
...
Disc Changer Error Messages . 263
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil . 546
Doors .....
Lock Button, Outer Handle . 176
..........
Lockout Prevention . 153, 177
.................
Monitor Indicator . 12, 71
....................
Power Door Locks . 151
.
Unlock Sensor, Outer Handle . 175
........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 617
Downshif ting,
..............
Manual Transmission . 491
....................
D-Paddle Shif t Mode . 499
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving . 485
....................................
Economy . 476
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System . 170
Dual Temperature and Mode .......................................
Control . 232
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 566
Index
INDEXE
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