2012 Acura TL Owners Manual

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large, and it can inflate with enough force to cause very serious injuries. Even though your vehicle has an advanced front airbag system that automatically turns the passenger’s front airbag off under certain circumstances (see page follow these guidelines: ), please 34 Infants Neverputarear-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped If withapassenger’sfrontairbag. the airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant. SmallChildren Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped withapassenger’sfrontairbagcan If the vehicle seat is behazardous. too far forward, or the child’s head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure a small child. Whenever possible, LargerChildren Childrenwhohaveoutgrownchild seatsarealsoatriskofbeinginjured orkilledbyaninflatingpassenger’s frontairbag. larger children should sit in the back seat, on a booster seat if needed, and be properly restrained with a seat belt (see page information about protecting larger children). for important 53 2012 TL11/01/14 18:00:46 31TK4630_044 To remind you of the passenger’s front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. Protecting Children General Guidelines − U.S.Models SUN VISOR DASHBOARD CanadianModels SUN VISOR 39 2012 TL11/01/14 18:01:02 31TK4630_045 Protecting Children General Guidelines − If You Must Drive with Several Children Your vehicle has a back seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front: If a Child Requires Close Attention Many parents say they prefer to put an infant or a small child in the front passenger seat so they can watch the child, or because the child requires attention. Place the largest child in the front seat, provided the child is large enough to wear the lap/shoulder belt properly (see page 53 ). Move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible (see page 161 ). Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat (see page 18 ). Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured (see page 16 ). Placing a child in the front seat exposes the child to hazards in a frontal collision, and paying close attention to a child distracts the driver from the important tasks of driving, placing both of you at risk. If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual contact, we strongly recommend that another adult ride with the child in the back seat. The back seat is far safer for a child than the front. 40 Additional Safety Precautions Neverholdaninfantorchildon If you are not wearing a yourlap. seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child can be torn from your arms and be seriously hurt or killed. Neverputaseatbeltoveryourself andachild. belt could press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries. During a crash, the Neverlettwochildrenusethe If they do, they sameseatbelt. could be very seriously injured in a crash. Usethechildproofdoorlocksto preventchildrenfromopeningthe reardoors. children from accidentally falling out (see page This can prevent 153 ). 2012 TL11/01/14 18:01:11 31TK4630_046 Protecting Children General Guidelines − 51 50 and for how to If a child wraps a loose Makesureanyunusedseatbelt thatachildcanreachisbuckled, thelockableretractorisactivated, andthebeltisfullyretractedand locked. seat belt around their neck, they can be seriously or fatally injured. (See pages activate and deactivate the lockable retractor.) Donotleavechildrenaloneina Leaving children without vehicle. adult supervision is illegal in most states, Canadian provinces and territories, and can be very hazardous. For example, infants and small children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke. A child left alone with the key in the ignition switch or with the keyless access remote in the vehicle can accidentally set the vehicle in motion, possibly injuring themselves or others. Lockalldoorsandthetrunkwhen Children yourvehicleisnotinuse. who play in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside. Teach your children not to play in or around vehicles. Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature (see page 156 ). Keepvehiclekeys/remote transmittersorkeylessaccess remotesoutofthereachof Even very young children. children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on the ignition switch , and open the trunk, which can lead to accidental injury or death. ＊ ＊ Onmodelswithkeylessaccess system Your vehicle has the engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. For more information on how to select the power mode, see page . 184 41 2012 TL11/01/14 18:01:23 31TK4630_047 Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a seat designed exclusively for infants, or a convertible seat used in the rear- facing, reclining mode. Donotputarear-facingchildseatin If placed aforward-facingposition. facing forward, an infant could be very seriously injured during a frontal collision. ChildSeatType An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat maker’s weight or height limit for the seat, and the child is at least one year old. Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby’s head, neck, and back. 42 Rear-facingChildSeatPlacement A rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the back seat, but not in the front. rear-facingchildseatinthefront seat. Neverputa If the passenger’s front airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant. When properly installed, a rear- facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front passenger from moving their seat as far back as recommended, or from locking their seat-back in the desired position. It can also interfere with proper operation of the passenger’s advanced front airbag system. 2012 TL11/01/14 18:01:33 31TK4630_048 In any of these situations, we strongly recommend that you install the child seat directly behind the front passenger’s seat, move the seat as far forward as needed, and leave it unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing child seat. Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death during a crash. Always place a rear-facing child seat in the back seat, not the front. Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Small Children ChildSeatType Many states, Canadian provinces and territories allow a child one year of age or older who also meets the minimum size and weight requirements to transition from a rear-facing child seat to a forward facing seat. Know the requirements where you are driving and follow the child seat instructions. Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing seat up to age two, if the child’s height and weight are appropriate for a rear-facing seat. Of the different seats available, we recommend those that have a five- point harness system as shown. We also recommend that a small child use the child seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat. CONTINUED 43 2012 TL11/01/14 18:01:41 31TK4630_049 Protecting Infants and Small Children Even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passenger’s front airbag off (see page place for a small child. ), a back seat is the safest 34 If it is necessary to put a forward- facing child seat in the front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible, and be sure the child seat is firmly secured to the vehicle and the child is properly strapped in the seat. Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbag inflates. If you must place a forward- facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child. ChildSeatPlacement We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing child seat in a back seat, not the front. If the vehicle seat is too Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped withapassenger’sairbagcanbe hazardous. far forward, or the child’s head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating airbag can strike the child with enough force to cause very serious or fatal injuries. 44 2012 TL11/01/14 18:01:50 31TK4630_050 Most child seats are LATCH- compatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren). Some have a rigid-type connector, while others have a flexible-type connector. Both are equally easy to use. Some existing and previously owned child seats can only be installed using the seat belt. Whichever type you choose, follow the child seat manufacturer’s use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this manual. Proper installation is key to maximizing your child’s safety. In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- compatible child seat can be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for added security. This is because all child seats are required to be designed so that they can be secured with a lap belt or the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. In addition, the child seat manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach a LATCH- compatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child seat owner’s manual for proper installation instructions. Selecting a Child Seat Important considerations when selecting a child seat Make sure the child seat meets the following three requirements: The child seat is the correct type and size for the child. The child seat is the correct type for the seating position. The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. 45 2012 TL11/01/14 18:01:59 31TK4630_051 Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat and a good place to install the seat, there are three main steps in installing the seat: 1. Properlysecurethechildseatto All child seats must be thevehicle. secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt or with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the vehicle can be endangered in a crash. 2. After installing a child Makesurethechildseatisfirmly secured. seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. 46 The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a child seat. A forward-facing child seat is used in all examples, but the instructions are the same for rear- facing child seats. A child seat secured with a seat belt should be installed as firmly as possible. However, it does not need to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat’s effectiveness. If the child seat is not secure, try installing it in a different seating position, or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured. 3. Securethechildinthechildseat. Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker’s instructions. A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in a crash. 2012 TL11/01/14 18:02:11 31TK4630_052 Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH. The location of each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor point. Installing a Child Seat BUTTON COVERS LOWER ANCHORS To install a LATCH-compatible child seat: 1. Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors. STRAPS Outer seating position 2. 3. Use the pull strap to lower the anchor cover on the lower seat cushion that covers the LATCH anchor holes in the seat. Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors. CONTINUED 47 2012 TL11/01/14 18:02:21 31TK4630_053 Installing a Child Seat HEAD RESTRAINT BUTTON Outer seating position Rigid type Flexible type 4. Push the button located next to each rear head restraint to pivot the head restraint down. 5. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then attach the seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker’s instructions. Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above. Other LATCH-compatible seats have a flexible-type connector as shown above. 6. Whatever type you have, follow the child seat maker’s instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit. 48 2012 TL11/01/14 18:02:32 31TK4630_054 TETHER STRAP HOOK COVER ANCHOR 7. Route the tether strap over the head restraint, then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the strap is not twisted. 8. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child seat maker. 9. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver’s have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat. Installing a Child Seat 1. With the child seat in the desired seating position, route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker’s instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle and remove any slack from the lap portion of the belt. CONTINUED 49 2012 TL11/01/14 18:02:41 31TK4630_055 Installing a Child Seat 2. 3. 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. 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. 4. 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. 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. 5. 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. 50 2012 TL11/01/14 18:02:52 31TK4630_056 To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. Installing a Child Seat with a Tether TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS UsinganOuterAnchor TETHER STRAP HOOK COVER Installing a Child Seat 1. ANCHOR COVER 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. ANCHOR After properly securing the child seat with the lap/shoulder belt ), pivot the head (see page restraint down (see page 163 route the tether strap over the head restraint. 49 ) and CONTINUED 51 2012 TL11/01/14 18:02:59 31TK4630_057 Installing a Child Seat 2. Lift the anchor cover, then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the strap is not twisted. 3. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker’s instructions. UsingtheCenterAnchor TETHER STRAP HOOK COVER ANCHOR 1. After properly securing the child seat (see page head restraint to its lowest position, then route the tether strap over the head restraint. ), adjust the 49 2. Follow steps 2 and 3 in the previous column. 52 2012 TL11/01/14 18:03:09 31TK4630_058 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. 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. Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit To determine if a lap/shoulder belt properly fits a child, have the child put on the seat belt, then ask yourself: 1. Does the child sit all the way back against the seat? 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat? CONTINUED 53 2012 TL11/01/14 18:03:19 31TK4630_059 Protecting Larger Children 3. Does the shoulder belt cross between the child’s neck and arm? Using a Booster Seat 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs? 5. 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. 54 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. 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. Booster seats can be high-back or low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster seat meets federal safety standards (see page 45 seat maker’s instructions. ) and that you follow the booster 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. 2012 TL11/01/14 18:03:30 31TK4630_060 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. When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front 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. Protecting Larger Children 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. PhysicalSize Physically, a child must be large enough for the lap/shoulder belt to properly fit (see pages ). If 53 the seat belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on a booster seat, the child should not sit in front. and 16 Maturity 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. CONTINUED 55 2012 TL11/01/14 18:03:41 31TK4630_061 Protecting Larger Children 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. 56 Devices intended to Donotputanyaccessoriesona seatbelt. 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 Safety Precautions Donotletachildwearaseatbelt This could result acrosstheneck. in serious neck injuries during a crash. This could Donotletachildputtheshoulder partofaseatbeltbehindtheback orunderthearm. 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. Twochildrenshouldneverusethe sameseatbelt. could be very seriously injured in a crash. If they do, they 2012 TL11/01/14 18:03:51 31TK4630_062 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. Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: 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. 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. 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. Carbon Monoxide Hazard 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. If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running, even in an unconfined area, adjust the climate control system as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. Select the fresh air mode. mode. Select the Set the fan speed to high. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting. 57 2012 TLRADIATOR CAP DASHBOARD U.S.modelsonly 11/01/14 18:04:02 31TK4630_063 Safety Labels 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. 58 2012 TL11/01/14 18:04:21 31TK4630_064 SUN VISOR U.S.models Canadianmodels Safety Labels DOORJAMB U.S.models Canadianmodels 59 2012 TL11/01/14 18:04:23 31TK4630_065 60 2012 TL11/01/14 18:04:29 31TK4630_066 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. Control Locations ........................... . 62 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Indicators Gauges ............................ .......... ............................................. .................................. ................... ............. Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge Multi-Information Display Controls Near the Steering . 63 . 64 . 76 . 76 . 77 . 78 Wheel ......................................... . 136 Windshield Wipers and Washers Turn Signals and Headlights ..................................... ....... . 137 . 139 Automatic Lighting Off Feature Daytime Running Lights Fog Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Steering Wheel Adjustments Keys and Locks Immobilizer System Ignition Switch Door Locks ................................... ......... ..................................... ...... ............... ............... ...... ............................. ...................... .............................. .................................... ............ .............................................. ...... Emergency Trunk Opener Childproof Door Locks Trunk . 141 . 142 . 143 . 143 . 145 . 145 . 146 . 147 . 149 . 151 . 152 . 153 . 154 . 156 Instruments and Controls Remote Transmitter Seats ..................... ............................................... ...... ........................................... Trunk Pass-through Cover Mirrors Driving Position Memory System Keyless Access System Keyless Access Remote Engine Start/Stop Button Seat Heaters Seat Heaters and Ventilations Power Windows Moonroof Parking Brake Interior Convenience Items ........................................ ................ ........... ........ .................................. ..... ............................ ....................................... ............................... ......... ..................... ........ .................................. ............. ............................ ................................... ........................... .................... .................................. ............................... Beverage Holders Accessory Power Sockets Glove Box Console Compartment Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Center Pocket Sunglasses Holder Coat Hook Interior Lights . 157 . 161 . 166 . 167 . 170 . 173 . 179 . 183 . 202 . 204 . 206 . 210 . 212 . 213 . 214 . 215 . 216 . 216 . 217 . 217 . 218 . 218 . 219 . 220 61 2012 TL11/01/14 18:04:37 31TK4630_067 Control Locations BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BSI) ALERT INDICATOR (P. 522) ＊ HOMELINK BUTTONS (P. 404) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 210) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 168) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS (P. 170) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 152) POWER WINDOW (P. 206) SWITCHES TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON (P. 154) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 470) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 472) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES SEAT HEATER/VENTILATION BUTTONS ＊ (P. 204) (P. 202) A/T model with navigation system is shown. USB ADAPTER CABLE (P. 266, 275, 356, 367) : If equipped ＊ 62 INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS(P. 63) GAUGES MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 76) (P. 78) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 145) BSI ALERT INDICATOR (P. 522) ＊ AUDIO CLOCK COMPASS (P. 235) (P. 391) ＊ (P. 397) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 226) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 494) (P. 491) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 215) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 389) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 215) 2012 TL11/01/14 18:04:48 31TK4630_068 SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 64) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 78) Instrument Panel CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65, 596) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 64, 595) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 64, 597) DOOR/TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P. 71) KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 74) ＊ VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF (P. 68) INDICATOR SH-AWD INDICATOR ＊ (P. 73) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 68) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 72) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P. 66) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 67) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 71) ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR (P. 70) (P. 65) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65, 598) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 73) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR (P. 69) (P. 67) (P. 72) (P. 72) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P. 71) If equipped ＊ A/T model is shown. LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P. 71) BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BSI) INDICATOR (P. 75) ＊ The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2012 TL11/01/14 18:05:02 31TK4630_069 Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle. Seat Belt Reminder Indicator ＊ 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. You will also see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT BELT’’ message on the multi- information display. ＊ 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. 64 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. ＊ 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 20 Malfunction Indicator Lamp You will also see a ‘‘CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display. For more information, see page 597 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 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 595 ＊ 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 184 and 187. 2012 TL11/01/14 18:05:16 31TK4630_070 Charging System Indicator This indicator has two functions: 1. 2. If it comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged, and you will see a ‘‘CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display. This indicator also comes on when the battery needs to be replaced along with a ‘‘REPLACE BATTERY’’ message on the multi- information display. For more information, see page 596 Immobilizer System Indicator ＊ 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 149 ). Instrument Panel Indicators U.S. Canada Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This indicator has two functions: 1. ＊ 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 212 ). CONTINUED ＊ 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 184 and 187. 65 2012 TL＊ 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 187 184. 11/01/14 18:05:24 31TK4630_071 Instrument Panel Indicators 2. 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 598

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