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Acura 2006 RL User Manual

Acura 2006 RL
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Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction..................................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About S
afety ..........................................................................................................................ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance...............................................................................................................................4
Driver and Passenger Safety
.......................................................................................................................7
Proper use a
nd care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Control
s...........................................................................................................................59
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features.......................................................................................................193
How t
o
op
era
t
e th
e climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving ..............................................................................................................................
.
.............
.
295
What gasoli
n
e to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving...........................................................................................................................................................309
The proper way to start the engine, shift th
e transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................347
T
h
e Ma
int
e
n
ance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected...............................................................................................................393
This section covers several problems motorists sometime
s experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information...............................................................................................................................423
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty
and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)..................................................................... 437
A summary
of th
e warr
anties coverin
g
yo
ur new Honda, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...............................................................................................................441
How t
o
order
manuals an
d oth
e
r technical literature.
Index .................................................................................................................................................................I
Service Information Su
mmary
A summary of information you n
eed when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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Acura 2006 RL Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAcura
Model2006 RL
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

A Few Words About Safety

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Key recommendations for protecting yourself and passengers.

Protecting Adults and Teens

Instructions for protecting drivers, adult, and teenage passengers.

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Front Airbag Operation and Safety

Explains how front airbags work, dual stages, thresholds, and advanced features.

Side and Curtain Airbag Operation

Details how side airbags and side curtain airbags work and their cutoff systems.

Protecting Children - General Guidelines

Restraint and Seating Guidelines

Emphasizes child restraint, seating positions, and airbag risks for children.

Protecting Infants and Small Children

Infant Safety and Seat Guidelines

Covers infant restraint, seat types, and placement to ensure safety.

Small Child Safety and Seat Guidelines

Details safety for small children, seat types, placement, and airbag hazards.

Selecting a Child Seat

Child Seat Selection Criteria

Requirements for choosing a child seat, including standards and types.

Child Seat Installation Steps

Outlines the main steps for properly installing a child seat.

Installing a Child Seat with LATCH

LATCH System Installation Procedure

Steps for installing LATCH-compatible child seats using lower anchors.

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt

Lap/Shoulder Belt Installation Steps

Explains how to secure a child seat using the vehicle's lap/shoulder belt.

Installing a Child Seat with a Tether

Tether Anchor Installation

Instructions for using the tether anchor to secure a child seat.

Protecting Larger Children

Seat Belt Fit Check

Guidance on how to check if a seat belt fits a child properly.

Booster Seat Usage

Information on selecting and using booster seats for larger children.

Child Seating in Front Seat

Precautions and conditions for larger children sitting in the front seat.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Instruments and Controls

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Setup

Guides on configuring ACC settings like car detection beep and speed unit.

Keyless Access System Operation

Guide to using the keyless entry, remote functions, and ignition switch.

Features

Climate Control System Operation

Covers vents, heating, A/C, fan control, defogging, and climate modes.

Audio System Operation

Details operation of the radio, CD changer, sound adjustments, and voice control.

XM Satellite Radio Operation

Explains how to tune, scan, select, and store XM satellite radio channels.

Disc Playback Operation

Guides on playing CDs, MP3s, WMAs, DVD-A, error messages, and disc care.

Remote Audio Controls

Describes steering wheel controls for audio system functions like volume and track selection.

Cruise Control Operation

Guides on using cruise control, setting speed, changing speed, and cancelling.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation

Explains ACC components, operation, limitations, and messages.

HandsFreeLink Phone Pairing

Step-by-step guide for pairing a Bluetooth phone with the HFL system.

HandsFreeLink Call Operations

Instructions for making, receiving, transferring, and muting calls via HFL.

Before Driving

Driving

Starting the Engine Procedures

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine under various conditions.

Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Operation

Explains CMBS components, operation, limitations, and warnings.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Operation

Details TPMS function, low pressure warnings, and tire pressure readings.

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Operation

Explains VSA system function, indicators, activation, and tire size impact.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for performing vehicle maintenance tasks.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Dealing with a Flat Tire

Information on driving with flat PAX tires, warnings, and repair options.

Changing a Flat Tire Procedure

Step-by-step guide for safely changing a flat tire.

Engine Starting Problems Diagnosis

Troubleshooting guide for when the engine won't start or operates abnormally.

Jump Starting the Vehicle

Detailed instructions for safely jump starting a vehicle with jumper cables.

Engine Overheating Issues

Steps to take if the engine overheats, including checking coolant and finding leaks.

System Indicators and Warnings

Explains low oil pressure, charging system, malfunction, and brake system indicators.

Vehicle Towing and Recovery

Instructions for emergency towing and procedures if the vehicle gets stuck.

Service Information Summary

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