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Acura 2008 RL User Manual

Acura 2008 RL
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2008 RL
Owners Manual
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Acura 2008 RL Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAcura
Model2008 RL
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Driver and Passenger Safety

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Overview of safety features that work together to protect occupants during a crash.

Important Safety Precautions

Key recommendations for safety, including seat belt use, speed control, and vehicle condition.

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Information on airbag system components and how front and side airbags work.

Protecting Children – General Guidelines

All Children Must Be Restrained

Emphasizes the importance of restraining all children in vehicles.

The Passenger’s Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks

Warns about the risks associated with front airbags and children.

Protecting Infants and Small Children

Rear-facing Child Seat Placement

Guidelines for placing rear-facing child seats safely in the back seat.

Protecting Small Children

Recommendations for safely restraining small children in forward-facing child seats.

Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat

Selecting a Child Seat

Criteria for choosing a child seat, including safety standards and proper type.

Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat

Installing a Child Seat

Steps for properly securing a child seat in the vehicle.

Protecting Larger Children

Checking Seat Belt Fit

Guidance on how to check if a lap/shoulder belt properly fits a child.

Instruments and Controls

Control Locations

Diagram showing the location of various controls in the vehicle.

Instrument Panel

Diagram of the instrument panel with key indicators and gauges.

Instrument Panel Indicators

Explanation of various indicators on the instrument panel.

Multi-Information Display

Information on the multi-information display and its functions.

Maintenance Messages

Information on maintenance messages displayed on the multi-information display.

Message Display

Explanation of various messages shown on the multi-information display.

Adaptive Cruise Control Setup

Settings for the adaptive cruise control system.

KEYLESS ACCESS Setup

Customization settings for the keyless access system.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Diagram and explanation of controls on the steering wheel.

Windshield Wipers and Washers

Instructions on operating windshield wipers and washers.

Steering Wheel Adjustments

How to adjust the steering wheel for tilt, telescope, and position.

Front Seat Power Adjustments

Instructions for operating power front seat adjustments.

Driving Position Memory System

How to store and recall driving positions for seats, mirrors, and steering wheel.

Keyless Access System

Keyless Access System

Overview of the keyless access system and its functions.

Seat Heaters

Power Windows

Features

Climate Control System

Overview of the climate control system and its functions.

Interface Dial Personalization Setting Voice Control System

How to use the interface dial and customize system settings.

Audio System

Compass System (U.S. model without navigation system)

System Controls

Controls for the compass system, climate control, and audio system.

System Initialization

Entering the Security Code

Procedure to enter the 4-digit security code to unlock the system.

Improving Voice Recognition

Guidelines for achieving optimum voice recognition.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Overview

How ACC allows you to maintain speed and distance without pedals.

Using Cruise Control

How to engage and use cruise control.

HomeLink Universal Transceiver

General Safety Information

Safety precautions before programming HomeLink to garage door openers.

AcuraLink

Interface Dial

Description of the interface dial for controlling AcuraLink functions.

Reading Messages

How to access and read messages from AcuraLink.

How to Use the HFL Using Voice Control

Guidelines for using voice control with the HandsFreeLink system.

Before Driving

Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation

Guidelines for the first 600 miles and recommended fuel type.

Accessories and Modifications

Driving

Preparing to Drive

Essential checks and adjustments before driving the vehicle.

Starting the Engine

Instructions for starting the engine under various conditions.

Automatic Transmission

How to operate the automatic transmission and shift lever positions.

Sequential SportShift Mode

How to use the sequential sportshift mode for manual-like gear shifting.

Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System

Explanation of the SH-AWD system and its benefits.

Braking System

Overview of the vehicle's braking system design and components.

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

How the ABS system works and its indicators.

Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS)

How the CMBS assists in avoiding or minimizing collision severity.

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System

How the VSA system helps stabilize the vehicle and maintain traction.

Towing a Trailer

Guidelines and precautions for towing a trailer.

Load Limits

Information on vehicle load limits, GVWR, and GAWR.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Important safety precautions for performing maintenance.

Maintenance Minder

How to read and use the maintenance minder messages.

Engine Oil Life Display

How the engine oil life is displayed and calculated.

Lights

Wheels, Tires

Recommended Tire Pressures Tire Inspection

Recommended tire pressures and how to inspect tires.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Driving with a Flat Tire

What to do if you get a flat tire, including run-flat driving.

If the Engine Won’t Start, Jump Starting

Troubleshooting steps and procedures for jump starting the engine.

Changing a Flat Tire

Step-by-step instructions for changing a flat tire.

If the Engine Overheats

What to do if the vehicle overheats.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator

Explanation of low oil pressure and charging system indicators.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

What the malfunction indicator lamp means and what to do.

Brake System Indicator

Information on the brake system indicator and fluid level.

Fuses

Information about vehicle fuses and their locations.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Location of vehicle identification numbers like VIN and engine number.

Specifications

Vehicle dimensions, capacities, and tire specifications.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) – Required Federal Explanation

Explanation of the TPMS and its federal requirements.

Warranty and Client Relations

Client Service Information

Contact information for Acura Client Services and dealership support.

Warranty Coverages

Details on various warranty coverages for the vehicle.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and Honda.

Service Information Summary

Service Information Summary

Summary of key service information including fluids and capacities.

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