Acura TL (2014 year). Manual — part 4

After the belt has retracted, tug on
it. If the belt is locked, you will not
be able to pull it out. If you can pull
the belt out, it is not locked, and
you will need to repeat these steps.

To activate the lockable retractor,
slowly pull the shoulder part of the
belt all the way out until it stops,
then let the belt feed back into the
retractor.

To remove slack, it may help to
put weight on the child seat, or
push on the back of the seat while
pulling up on the belt.

After confirming that the belt is
locked, grab the shoulder part of
the belt near the buckle, and pull
up to remove any slack from the
lap part of the belt. Remember, if
the lap part of the belt is not tight,
the child seat will not be secure.

Push and pull the child seat
forward and from side-to-side to
verify that it is secure enough to
stay upright during normal driving
maneuvers. If the child seat is not
secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to
retract fully, then repeat these
steps.

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To deactivate the lockable retractor
and remove a child seat, unlatch the
buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let
the belt fully retract.

A child seat with a tether can be
installed in any seating position in
the back seat, using one of the
anchorage points shown above.

Since a tether can provide additional
security to the lap/shoulder belt
installation, we recommend using a
tether whenever one is required or
available.

After properly securing the child
seat with the lap/shoulder belt
(see page

), pivot the head

restraint down (see page

) and

route the tether strap over the
head restraint.

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Installing a Child Seat with a
Tether

Installing a Child Seat

Using an Outer Anchor

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TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS

TETHER STRAP HOOK

ANCHOR

COVER

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Lift the anchor cover, then attach
the tether strap hook to the
anchor, making sure the strap is
not twisted.

Tighten the strap according to the
seat maker’s instructions.

Follow steps 2 and 3 in the
previous column.

After properly securing the child
seat (see page

), adjust the

head restraint to its lowest
position, then route the tether
strap over the head restraint.

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Using the Center Anchor

Installing a Child Seat

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TETHER STRAP
HOOK

COVER

ANCHOR

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To determine if a lap/shoulder belt
properly fits a child, have the child
put on the seat belt, then ask
yourself:

Does the child sit all the way back
against the seat?

Do the child’s knees bend
comfortably over the edge of the
seat?

When a child reaches the
recommended weight or height limit
for a forward-facing child seat, the
child should sit in a back seat on a
booster seat and wear the lap/
shoulder belt.

The following pages give
instructions on how to check proper
seat belt fit, what kind of booster
seat to use if one is needed, and
important precautions for a child
who must sit in front.

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Allowing a child age 12 or under
to sit in front can result in injury
or death if the passenger’s front
airbag inflates.

If a child must ride in front,
move the vehicle seat as far
back as possible, use a booster
seat if needed, have the child
sit up properly and wear the
seat belt properly.

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Does the shoulder belt cross
between the child’s neck and arm?

Is the lap part of the belt as low as
possible, touching the child’s
thighs?

Will the child be able to stay
seated like this for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all these
questions, the child is ready to wear
the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If
you answer no to any question, the
child needs to ride on a booster seat.

A child who has outgrown a forward-
facing child seat should ride in a
back seat and use a booster seat
until the lap/shoulder belt fits them
properly without the booster.

Booster seats can be high-back or
low-back. Whichever style you select,
make sure the booster seat meets
federal safety standards (see page

) and that you follow the booster

seat maker’s instructions.

If a child who uses a booster seat
must ride in front, move the vehicle
seat as far back as possible and be
sure the child is wearing the seat
belt properly.

Some states, Canadian provinces and
territories also require children to
use a booster seat until they reach a
given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or
60 lbs). Be sure to check current
laws in the states, provinces or
territories where you intend to drive.

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Using a Booster Seat

Protecting Larger Children

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A child may continue using a booster
seat until the tops of their ears are
even with the top of the vehicle’s or
booster’s seat-back. A child of this
height should be tall enough to use
the lap/shoulder belt without a
booster seat.

The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and Transport
Canada recommend that all children
age 12 and under be properly
restrained in the back seat.

If the passenger’s front airbag
inflates in a moderate to severe
frontal collision, the airbag can cause
serious injuries to a child who is
unrestrained, improperly restrained,
sitting too close to the airbag, or out
of position.

A side airbag also poses risks. If any
part of a larger child’s body is in the
path of a deploying side airbag, the
child could receive possibly serious
injuries.

Of course, children vary widely. And
while age may be one indicator of
when a child can safely ride in front,
there are other important factors you
should consider.

Physically, a child must be large
enough for the lap/shoulder belt to
properly fit (see pages

and

). If

the seat belt does not fit properly,
with or without the child sitting on a
booster seat, the child should not sit
in front.

To safely ride in front, a child must
be able to follow the rules, including
sitting properly, and wearing the seat
belt properly throughout the ride.

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When Can a Larger Child Sit in
Front

Physical Size

Maturity

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If you decide that a child can safely
ride up front, be sure to:

Carefully read the owner’s manual,
and make sure you understand all
seat belt instructions and all safety
information.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear-
most position.

Have the child sit up straight, back
against the seat, and feet on or
near the floor.

Check that the child’s seat belt is
properly and securely positioned.

Supervise the child. Even mature
children sometimes need to be
reminded to fasten the seat belts
or sit properly.

This could result

in serious neck injuries during a
crash.

This could

cause very serious injuries during
a crash. It also increases the
chance that the child will slide
under the belt in a crash and be
injured.

If they do, they

could be very seriously injured in a
crash.

Devices intended to

improve a child’s comfort or
reposition the shoulder part of a
seat belt can make the belt less
effective and increase the chance
of serious injury in a crash.

Additional Saf ety Precautions

Do not let a child wear a seat belt
across the neck.

Do not let a child put the shoulder
part of a seat belt behind the back
or under the arm.

Two children should never use the
same seat belt.

Do not put any accessories on a
seat belt.

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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. Carbon
monoxide should not enter the
vehicle in normal driving if you
maintain your vehicle properly and
follow the information on this page.

High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.

Have the exhaust system inspected
for leaks whenever:

With the trunk lid open, airflow can
pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
trunk open, open all the windows,
and set the climate control system as
shown below.

Select the fresh air mode.
Select the

mode.

Set the fan speed to high.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.

If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconfined area, adjust the climate
control system as follows:

The vehicle is raised for an oil
change.

You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.

The vehicle was in a collision that
may have damaged the underside.

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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill
you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.

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These labels are in the locations
shown. They warn you of potential
hazards that could cause serious
injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard
to read (except for the U.S.
dashboard label which may be
removed by the owner), contact your
dealer for a replacement.

U.S. models only

Safety Labels

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U.S. models

Canadian models

U.S. models

Canadian models

Safety Labels

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This section gives information about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach.

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Control Locations

. 62

. . . . . . .

Instrument Panel

. 63

. . ..

Instrument Panel Indicators

. 64

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Gauges

. 76

. . . . . . . . ..

Fuel Gauge

. 76

. . . . ...

Temperature Gauge

. 77

. . . .

Multi-Information Display

. 78

Controls Near the Steering

. . . . . . . . . . .

Wheel

. 136

Windshield Wipers and

. . . . . . . . . .

Washers

. 137

. ...

Turn Signals and Headlights

. 139

Automatic Lighting Off

. . . . . . . . ...

Feature

. 141

. . .

Daytime Running Lights

. 142

. . . . . . . . . .

Fog Lights

. 143

. ..

Instrument Panel Brightness

. 143

. . . ...

Hazard Warning Button

. 145

. . . ...

Rear Window Defogger

. 145

. ..

Steering Wheel Adjustments

. 146

. . . . . . . .

Keys and Locks

. 147

. . . . . ..

Immobilizer System

. 149

. . . . . . . ..

Ignition Switch

. 150

. . . . . . . . .

Door Locks

. 151

. . .

Childproof Door Locks

. 153

. . . . . . . . . . . ..

Trunk

. 154

. ..

Emergency Trunk Opener

. 156

. . . . . .

Remote Transmitter

. 157

. . . . . . . . . . . ...

Seats

. 161

. ..

Trunk Pass-through Cover

. 166

. . . . . . . . . . ...

Mirrors

. 167

Driving Position Memory

. . . . . . . . . .

System

. 170

. . . .

Keyless Access System

. 173

. . ...

Keyless Access Remote

. 179

. .

Engine Start/Stop Button

. 183

. . . . . . . . ..

Seat Heaters

. 202

. .

Seat Heaters and Ventilations

. 204

. . . . . . .

Power Windows

. 206

. . . . . . . . . ...

Moonroof

. 210

. . . . . . . ...

Parking Brake

. 212

. . .

Interior Convenience Items

. 213

. . . . . .

Beverage Holders

. 214

. .

Accessory Power Sockets

. 215

. . . . . . . . ..

Glove Box

. 216

. . . .

Console Compartment

. 216

. . . . . . .

Vanity Mirror

. 217

. . . . . . . . ...

Sun Visor

. 217

. . . . . . ...

Center Pocket

. 218

. . . . .

Sunglasses Holder

. 218

. . . . . . . . ..

Coat Hook

. 219

. . . . . . . ...

Interior Lights

. 220

Instruments and Controls

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Control Locations

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MIRROR CONTROLS

DRIVING POSITION
MEMORY SYSTEM
BUTTONS

POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH

POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE
BUTTON

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON

AUDIO

CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM

AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION

A/T model with navigation system is shown.

MANUAL
TRANSMISSION

CLOCK
COMPASS

USB ADAPTER CABLE

AUXILIARY INPUT JACK

ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET

SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
SEAT HEATER/VENTILATION BUTTONS
(P. 204)

BSI ALERT INDICATOR
(P. 522)

BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM
(BSI) ALERT INDICATOR
(P. 522)

HOMELINK
BUTTONS

MOONROOF
SWITCH

INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS(P. 63)
GAUGES
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY

(P. 76)

(P. 78)

ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET

(P. 168)

(P. 170)

(P. 206)

TRUNK RELEASE
BUTTON (P. 154)

(P. 472)

(P. 202)

(P. 266, 275, 356, 367)

(P. 215)

(P. 389)

(P. 491)

(P. 494)

(P. 226)

(P. 397)

(P. 391)

(P. 235)

(P. 145)

(P. 210)

(P. 404)

(P. 470)

(P. 215)

(P. 151)

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Instrument Panel

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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
information about your vehicle.

You will also see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT
BELT’’ message on the multi-
information 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 flashes or stays on
when the engine is running, and you
will see a ‘‘CHECK ENGINE OIL
LEVEL’’ message on the multi-
information display. For more
information, see page

.

If either of you do not fasten your
seat belt while driving, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will flash
again at regular intervals, and you
will see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT BELT’’ or
‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT
BELT’’ message on the multi-
information display. For more
information, see page

.

This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. It reminds you and your
passengers to fasten your seat belts.
A beeper also sounds if you have not
fastened 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 information, see pages

and

.

If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position before fastening
your seat belt, the beeper sounds
and the indicator flashes. If you do
not fasten your seat belt before the
beeper stops, the indicator stops
flashing but remains on.

If your front passenger does not
fasten their seat belt, the indicator
comes on about 6 seconds after the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position.

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187

597

595

Instrument Panel Indicators

Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator

Malf unction Indicator
Lamp

Low Oil Pressure
Indicator

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This indicator has two functions:

It comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. It is a reminder to check
the parking brake. Driving with
the parking brake not fully
released can damage the brakes
and tires.

If you drive without releasing the
parking brake, a beeper will sound,
and you will also see a ‘‘RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page

).

This indicator comes on briefly when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. It will then go off if
you have inserted a properly coded
ignition key, on models with keyless
access system, if an appropriate
keyless access remote is used. If it is
not a properly coded key or keyless
access remote, the indicator will
blink, and the engine’s fuel system
will be disabled (see page

).

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 information, see pages

and

.

If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged, and you will also see
a ‘‘CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM’’
message on the multi-information
display. For more information, see
page

.

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149

184

187

596

Instrument Panel Indicators

Charging System
Indicator

Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator

Immobilizer System
Indicator

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If it stays on after you have fully
released the parking brake while
the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, it can
indicate a problem in the brake
system. You will also see a ‘‘LOW
BRAKE FLUID’’ or ‘‘CHECK
BRAKE SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display. For
more information, see page

.

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), and
START Mode is the equivalent
of START (III). For more
information, see pages

and

.

This indicator normally comes on for
a few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.

If this indicator comes on at any
other time, there is a problem in the
ABS. If this happens, take the
vehicle to your dealer to have it
checked. With this indicator on, your
vehicle still has normal braking
ability but no anti-lock function. You
will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABS
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
information display. For more
information, see page

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187

184

508

Instrument Panel Indicators

Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) Indicator

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