Acura 2006 RL - Fluid Locations and Checks

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Contents1
Safety Information4
Vehicle Overview5
Your Vehicle at a Glance5
Driver and Passenger Safety8
Table of Contents8
Important Safety Precautions9
Your Vehicle's Safety Features10
Seat Belts11
Airbags12
Protecting Adults and Teens14
Close and Lock the Doors14
Adjust the Front Seats15
Adjust the Seat-Backs16
Adjust the Head Restraints17
Fasten and Position the Seat Belts18
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position19
Advice for Pregnant Women20
Additional Safety Precautions21
Seat Belt System Components22
Lap/Shoulder Belt22
Additional Information about Your Seat Belts22
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners23
Seat Belt E-Pretensioners24
Seat Belt Maintenance26
Airbag System Components27
Additional Information about Your Airbags27
How Your Front Airbags Work30
Advanced Airbags32
How Your Side Airbags Work33
Side Airbag Cutoff System34
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work35
How the SRS Indicator Works35
How the Side Airbag off Indicator Works36
How the Passenger Airbag off Indicator Works36
Airbag Service37
Additional Safety Precautions38
Protecting Children - General Guidelines39
All Children Must be Restrained39
All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat40
The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks40
General Guidelines41
If You Must Drive with Several Children42
If a Child Requires Close Attention42
Additional Safety Precautions42
Protecting Infants and Small Children43
Child Seat Type43
Child Seat Placement44
Protecting Infants and Small Children44
Protecting Small Children45
Selecting a Child Seat46
Installing a Child Seat47
Installing a Child Seat with LATCH48
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt50
Installing a Child Seat with a Tether52
Using the Tether Anchor52
Protecting Larger Children53
Checking Seat Belt Fit53
Using a Booster Seat54
When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front55
Additional Safety Precautions56
Carbon Monoxide Hazard57
Safety Labels58
Instruments and Controls60
Control Locations61
Instrument Panel62
Instrument Panel Indicators63
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator63
Low Oil Pressure Indicator63
Charging System Indicator63
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator64
Supplemental Restraint System Indicator64
Side Airbag off Indicator64
Lights on Indicator65
Immobilizer System Indicator65
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator65
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator66
VSA Activation Indicator66
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicator66
Fog Light Indicator67
High Beam Indicator67
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Indicator67
Low Fuel Indicator67
SH-AWD Indicator68
Low Tire Pressure Indicator68
Electronically Controlled Power Steering System (ECPS) Indicator69
Keyless Access System Indicator69
Message Indicator69
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) Indicator70
Security System Indicator70
Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS) Indicator70
Temperature Gauge71
Fuel Gauge71
Multi-Information Display72
Odometer73
Trip Meter73
Outside Temperature74
Engine Oil Life74
Trip Computer76
SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor77
Tire Pressure Monitor77
Maintenance Messages78
Message Display79
Customized Settings of the Multi-Information Display82
Default All83
Adaptive Cruise Control Setup87
Pre-Running Car Detect Beep88
Adaptive Cruise Control Display Speed Limit90
Meter Setup92
Language Selection93
Adjust Outside Temp. Display95
Trip a & Avg. Fuel Reset with Refuel97
Elapsed Time Reset99
Position Setup101
Memory Position Link102
Auto Tilt & Telescopic104
Keyless Access Setup106
Door Unlock Mode107
Keyless Access Light Flash109
Keyless Access Beep111
Lighting Setup113
Interior Light Dimming Time114
Headlight Auto off Timer116
Auto Light Sensitivity118
Door/Window Setup120
Auto Door Lock121
Auto Door Unlock123
Door Lock Mode125
Keyless Lock Acknowledgment127
Security Relock Timer129
Wiper Setup131
Wiper Action132
Windshield Wipers and Washers135
Wiper Arm Positions136
Turn Signal, Headlights137
High Beams137
Automatic Lighting Feature138
Fog Lights139
Daytime Running Lights139
Automatic Lighting off Feature139
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)140
AFS off Switch141
Automatic Headlight Adjusting System141
Hazard Warning Button142
Instrument Panel Brightness142
Rear Window Defogger143
Steering Wheel Adjustments144
Keys and Locks146
Immobilizer System147
Ignition Switch148
Door Locks149
Lockout Prevention149
Trunk150
Emergency Trunk Opener151
Childproof Door Locks151
Seats152
Front Seat Power Adjustments152
Head Restraints153
Rear Seat Armrest154
Trunk Pass-Through Cover154
Mirrors155
Adjusting the Power Mirrors156
Power Mirror Heaters156
Driving Position Memory System157
Selecting a Memorized Position158
Keyless Access System160
Keys161
Built-In Key161
Keyless Access Remote161
Unlocking the Door(S)162
Locking the Doors163
Door Lock Prevention164
Locking the Trunk164
Locking and Unlocking the Trunk165
Keyless Memory Settings167
Remote Transmitter Care167
Replacing the Remote Battery168
Ignition Switch Operating Range169
Removing the Ignition Switch Cover171
Beeper and Message Keyless Remote Not Detected171
Keyless Remote Low Battery172
Check Keyless Access System173
Built-In Key and Remote174
Valet Function174
Seat Heaters175
Power Windows178
Auto Reverse179
Opening the Windows and Moonroof with the Remote180
Opening/Closing the Windows and Moonroof with the Built-In Key180
Opening/Closing the Moonroof with the Ceiling Console Switch181
Parking Brake184
Interior Convenience Items185
Glove Box186
Beverage Holders187
Console Compartment188
Sun Visors189
Accessory Power Sockets189
Rear Ashtrays190
Front Door Pockets190
Power Rear Sunshade191
Integrated Sunshades192
Interior Lights193
Ceiling Lights193
Features194
Vents, Heating, A/C, and Climate Control195
Interface Dial196
Personalization Setting196
Voice Control System196
Fan Control197
Temperature Control Bars197
Air Conditioning (A/C)197
Recirculation Button198
Windshield Defroster Button198
Mode Control198
Rear Window Defogger Button198
Dual Button200
Using the Heater200
Ventilation200
Using the A/C200
Dehumidify the Interior201
To Defog and Defrost201
To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice from the Windows201
Automatic Climate Control202
Climate Control Sensors203
Sunlight and Temperature Sensors203
Audio System204
Playing the AM/FM Radio205
To Select a Station206
Radio Frequencies209
Am/Fm Radio Reception209
Adjusting the Sound211
Audiopilot213
Centerpoint213
Playing the XM Satellite Radio214
Playing Discs220
Loading Discs in the Changer222
To Play a Disc223
To Choose a Track223
To Change Tracks223
Track Scan224
Disc Scan224
Track Repeat225
Disc Repeat225
Random Play225
To Pause a Disc226
To Stop Playing a Disc226
Playing an MP3/WMA Disc226
Folder Repeat227
Folder Random227
Removing Discs from the Changer228
Protecting Your Discs229
Disc Changer Error Messages230
Remote Audio Controls231
Radio Theft Protection233
Security System234
Cruise Control235
Changing the Set Speed236
Cancelling Cruise Control237
Resuming the Set Speed237
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)238
Increasing the Set Speed245
Decreasing the Set Speed246
Detecting a Vehicle Ahead of You246
Changing Vehicle Distance247
Canceling the ACC248
Automatic ACC Cancellation249
ACC Indicator249
Switching to Cruise Control252
Homelink Universal Transceiver253
Training Homelink253
Homelink Training with a Rolling Code System255
Erasing Codes (Homelink)256
Retraining a Button (Homelink)256
Acuralink Interface Dial257
Reading Messages (Acuralink)258
Deleting Messages (Acuralink)259
Message Options (Acuralink)259
Acuralink/Message Screen261
Message Categories (Acuralink)262
Maintenance Minder (Acuralink)263
Recall/Campaigns (Acuralink)263
Diagnostic Info (Acuralink)264
Onstar Control Panel266
Onstar Services Button267
Recording an Advisor or Virtual Advisor Message267
Emergency Button268
Call Answer/Call End Button268
Voice Activated Keypad Button268
Solid Red269
Safe and Sound Plan Features269
Emergency Services269
Roadside Assistance269
Remote Door Locking/Unlocking270
Misplaced Vehicle Assistance270
Stolen Vehicle Tracking270
Directions and Connections Plan Features270
Personal Calling (Onstar)271
Placing a Telephone Call (Onstar)271
Voice Activated Key Pad (Onstar)273
Incoming Telephone Calls (Onstar)273
Using Name Tags (Onstar)273
Storing a Name Tag (Onstar)274
Deleting a Name Tag (Onstar)275
Redialing a Number (Onstar)275
Security Code (Onstar)275
Keeping Track of Units (Onstar)276
Adding Units (Onstar)276
Onstar Virtual Advisor277
Personal Identification Number (Onstar)277
System Limitations (Onstar)278
Handsfreelink279
Voice Control (HFL)279
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (HFL)279
Phonebook (HFL)279
Audio System (HFL)280
HFL Buttons280
How to Use the HFL282
Setting up the System (HFL)283
Pairing Your Phone (HFL)284
Making a Call (HFL)288
Sending Numbers or Names During a Call (HFL)289
Receiving a Call (HFL)289
Transferring a Call (HFL)290
Muting a Call (HFL)290
Setting up the Phonebook (HFL)290
Clearing the System (HFL)292
Changing Language (HFL)293
HFL Limitations294
Before Driving296
Break-In Period297
Fuel Recommendation297
Refueling298
Tighten Fuel Cap Message299
Opening and Closing the Hood300
Oil Check302
Engine Coolant Check302
Improving Fuel Economy303
Accessories and Modifications304
Carrying Cargo306
Load Limits307
Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment308
Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on a Roof Rack308
Cargo Hooks309
Driving310
Preparing to Drive311
Starting the Engine312
Check Starting System Message313
Automatic Transmission314
Shift Lever Position Indicators314
Shifting314
Park (P)315
Reverse (R)315
Neutral (N)315
Drive (D)315
Sequential Sportshift Mode316
Starting in Second Gear318
Engine Speed Limiter319
Shift Lock Release319
SH-AWD System321
Parking322
Braking System Design323
Brake Wear Indicators323
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)324
ABS Indicator324
Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS)326
Radar Sensor327
Collision Alarm329
CMBS off Switch329
Automatic Shut off (CMBS)330
CMBS Indicator330
CMBS Limitations332
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)336
Changing a Tire with TPMS337
Check TPMS System Message339
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System340
VSA off Switch341
VSA and Tire Sizes341
Total Trailer Weight342
Tongue Load342
Towing a Trailer342
Checking Loads343
Towing Equipment and Accessories343
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)343
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)343
Safety Chains344
Trailer Brakes344
Trailer Lights344
Pre-Tow Checklist345
Driving Safely with a Trailer346
Making Turns and Braking346
Towing Speeds and Gears346
Maintenance348
Maintenance Safety349
Maintenance Minder350
Maintenance Minder351
Owner’s Maintenance Checks357
Maintenance Record360
Fluid Locations362
Engine Compartment Covers363
Adding Engine Oil364
Recommended Engine Oil364
Changing the Oil and Filter365
Synthetic Oil365
Changing the Oil and Filter366
Adding Engine Coolant367
Windshield Washers369
Automatic Transmission Fluid369
Brake Fluid370
Power Steering Fluid371
Timing Belt372
Lights373
Headlight Aiming373
Replacing a Headlight/Daytime Running Light Bulb373
Replacing a Front Turn Signal Bulb375
Replacing a Front Position/Side Marker Light Bulb376
Replacing a Front Fog Light Bulb377
Replacing Rear Bulbs379
Cleaning the Seat Belts380
Floor Mats381
Wiper Blades382
Tires384
Inflation Guidelines384
Recommended Tire Pressures385
Tire Inspection385
Tire Maintenance386
Tire Rotation386
Replacing Tires and Wheels387
Winter Driving388
Snow Tires388
Tire Chains388
Checking the Battery391
Removing the Battery Cover392
Vehicle Storage393
Taking Care of the Unexpected394
Driving with a Flat Tire395
Michelin PAX System395
Compact Spare Tire398
Changing a Flat Tire399
If the Engine Won’t Start403
Starter Motor Operates very Slowly403
Jump Starting404
The Starter Operates Normally404
Jump Starting405
If the Engine Overheats407
Check Radiator System409
Malfunction Indicator Lamp411
Readiness Code411
Brake System Indicator412
Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually413
Fuses414
Checking and Replacing Fuses416
Fuse Locations419
Emergency Towing, if Your Vehicle Gets Stuck422
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck423
Technical Information424
Identification Numbers425
Specifications427
Treadwear429
Traction AA, A, B, C429
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)429
Temperature A, B, C430
Tire Labeling431
Tire Size431
Tire Identification Number431
Maximum Tire Load431
Tire Labeling (PAX System Tires)432
Emissions Controls433
Crankcase Emissions Control System433
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery433
The Clean Air Act433
Evaporative Emissions Control433
Exhaust Emissions Controls434
PGM-FI System434
Ignition Timing Control System434
(EGR) System434
Three Way Catalytic Converter434
Replacement Parts434
Three Way Catalytic Converter435
State Emissions Testing436
Testing of Readiness Codes436
Customer Service Information439
Warranty Coverages440
Authorized Manuals (U.S. Only)442
Authorized Manuals443
Index444
Service Information Summary454

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