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Acura TL 2007 User Manual

Acura TL 2007
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2007 TL
Owner’s Manual
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Acura TL 2007 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAcura
ModelTL 2007
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

A Few Words About Safety

Various forms of safety information presented in the manual and on labels.

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Driver and Passenger Safety

Protecting Adults and Teens

Guidelines for the safe use of seat belts and vehicle positioning for adults.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Overview of safety features designed to protect occupants during a crash.

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Detailed information on seat belt components, use, and maintenance.

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Explanation of airbag system components, function, and safety precautions.

Protecting Children General Guidelines

General guidelines for properly restraining infants, small children, and larger children.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Information on the dangers of carbon monoxide and how to avoid exposure.

Safety Labels

Location and importance of safety warning labels on the vehicle.

Instruments and Controls

Control Locations

Diagram showing the location of major vehicle controls.

Instrument Panel

Overview of the instrument panel and its components.

Instrument Panel Indicators

Explanation of various indicators and their meanings.

Gauges

Description of the tachometer, speedometer, fuel, and temperature gauges.

Multi-Information Display

Information and messages displayed for vehicle operation and maintenance.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Location and function of controls mounted on or near the steering wheel.

Lighting Controls

Controls for headlights, fog lights, and instrument panel brightness.

Warning and Defogger Controls

Controls for hazard lights and rear window defogger.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the steering wheel for optimal position and safety.

Key Types

Details on master key, valet key, and key number tag.

Immobilizer System

Explanation of the vehicle's anti-theft system.

Ignition Switch Positions

Description of the four positions: LOCK, ACCESSORY, ON, and START.

Door Locks

Information on locking and unlocking vehicle doors.

Trunk

Instructions for opening, closing, and securing the trunk.

Trunk Security Features

Features for childproof door locks and emergency trunk opener.

Remote Transmitter Buttons

Description of the functions of the UNLOCK, LOCK, TRUNK, and PANIC buttons.

Seats

Adjustments for front seats, head restraints, and armrest.

Mirrors

Information on mirror adjustment and automatic dimming feature.

Driving Position Memory System

System for storing and recalling driver seat and mirror positions.

Seat Heaters

Operation and precautions for using the front seat heaters.

Power Window Controls

Controls for the power windows, including AUTO function and main switch.

Moonroof Operation

Instructions for operating the moonroof, including its switch and auto-reverse function.

Parking Brake

Proper procedures for applying and releasing the parking brake.

Interior Lights

Controls and operation of interior and ceiling lights.

Interior Storage Areas

Details on glove box, console, pockets, beverage holders, and accessory sockets.

Features

Vents, Heating, and A/C

Controls for the vehicle's climate system.

Climate Control Operation Modes

Manual and automatic operation modes, plus shutdown procedure.

Radio Operation

How to play AM/FM radio, select stations via tune, seek, scan, and presets.

Sound Adjustments and Features

Adjusting bass, treble, balance, fader, sound distribution, SVC, and Dolby ProLogic II.

Disc Changer Operation

Instructions for loading, playing, and removing discs.

XM Radio Operation

Controls for operating XM radio: mode, tune, category selection.

Disc Playback Modes

Controls for folder selection, track repeat, folder repeat, disc repeat, and random playback.

Tape Operation

Instructions for playing, stopping, and searching tapes.

Cruise Control Operation

How to use cruise control: set speed, change speed, cancel, and resume.

HomeLink Training Procedures

Steps for training, retraining, and erasing HomeLink buttons.

HandsFreeLink

System for hands-free phone calls via Bluetooth.

HFL Interface and Buttons

Details on microphone placement and HFL Talk/Back buttons.

HFL Display Information

Information shown on the HFL display: signal strength, battery, roam status, HFL mode, and phone dialing.

Making Calls

How to make calls using phone number, name, or redial.

Call Management

Sending numbers, receiving calls, and transferring calls.

Phonebook Management

Procedures to store, edit, delete, and list phonebook entries.

Cellular Phonebook Management

Options for PIN, importing, and searching the cellular phonebook.

PIN Number Management

Procedures to add, change, or remove a PIN for phonebook entries.

Clearing the System

Procedure to clear HFL settings, including passcode and paired phones.

AcuraLink Connectivity

Connecting to Acura via phone-data connection and server.

Message Management

How to read new and previously read messages in AcuraLink.

AcuraLink Message Options

Options for managing messages: delete, voice read, call, find dealer, diagnostic info, preferences.

Before Driving

Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation

Guidelines for vehicle break-in and recommended fuel types.

Service Station Procedures

Procedures for refueling and using service stations.

Refueling

Step-by-step guide for refueling the vehicle.

Opening and Closing the Hood

Instructions for safely opening and closing the vehicle's hood.

Oil Check

Procedure for checking the engine oil level.

Engine Coolant Check

Procedure for checking the engine coolant level.

Fuel Economy

Tips for improving fuel economy.

Accessories and Modifications

Information on installing accessories and vehicle modifications.

Carrying Cargo

Guidelines for safely storing and carrying cargo in the vehicle.

Driving

Preparing to Drive

Daily checks and adjustments before driving the vehicle.

Starting the Engine

Procedures for starting the engine in manual and automatic transmissions.

Manual Transmission

Operation and shifting procedures for the manual transmission.

Automatic Transmission

Operation, shifting, and special modes of the automatic transmission.

Parking

Proper procedures for parking the vehicle safely.

Braking System Details

Information on brake wear indicators and system design.

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

Explanation of the ABS system and its indicators.

VSA System Indicators

Indicators for VSA system activation and potential problems.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Information on the TPMS system and its indicators.

Towing a Trailer

Guidelines and precautions for towing a trailer with the vehicle.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety and Precautions

Safety guidelines, precautions, and potential hazards during maintenance.

Maintenance Minder

System for tracking required maintenance services.

Maintenance Due Notifications

Messages indicating when service is due, now, or past due.

Resetting the Engine Oil Life Indicator

Procedure to reset the engine oil life display after service.

Adding Engine Oil

Instructions for adding the correct type and amount of engine oil.

Changing the Oil and Filter

Procedure for changing the engine oil and filter.

Engine Coolant and Windshield Washers

Procedures for checking and adding engine coolant and windshield washer fluid.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Checking and adding automatic transmission fluid.

Manual Transmission Fluid

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid.

Brake and Clutch Fluid Systems

Details on brake fluid, brake system, and clutch fluid.

Power Steering Fluid

Procedure for checking and adding power steering fluid.

Headlight Information

Details on headlight aiming, replacement, and daytime running lights.

Floor Mats and Wiper Blades

Instructions for floor mat installation and wiper blade replacement.

Tire Considerations

Information on tire types, replacement, maintenance, and winter driving.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Compact Spare Tire

Information on using the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement.

Changing a Flat Tire

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

Starting System Issues

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

Jump Starting

Procedure for jump starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

Engine Overheating Procedures

Steps to take when the engine overheats, including checking for steam and leaks.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Explanation of the low oil pressure warning indicator.

Charging System Indicator

Explanation of the charging system warning indicator.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Explanation of the engine emissions control system warning light.

Brake System Indicator

Explanation of the brake system warning indicator.

Fuses

Information on checking and replacing fuses.

Fuse Locations

Diagrams showing the location of interior and under-hood fuses.

Emergency Towing Methods

Information on flat-bed and wheel-lift towing, including preparation.

If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck

Instructions for freeing a stuck vehicle using the towing hook.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Location of vehicle identification numbers like VIN and engine number.

Specifications

Vehicle dimensions, capacities, and weights.

Tire Grading Standards

Explanation of DOT tire grading for treadwear, traction, and temperature.

Tire Labeling

Explanation of tire size and construction markings.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation

Federal explanation of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

Emissions Control Systems

Overview of emissions control systems and their functions.

Exhaust Emissions Control Details

Details on exhaust systems, PGM-FI, ignition timing, EGR, catalytic converters, and parts.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Service Information

Contact information for Acura customer support and dealerships.

Warranty Coverages

Overview of vehicle warranties for U.S. and Canadian owners.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

Instructions for reporting vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and Acura.

Authorized Manuals

Information on purchasing official Acura service and owner manuals.

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