2008 Acura RL Owner's Manual - Page 262

Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass System (U.S. model without navigation system) System Initialization If for any reason, you lose power to the compass system (the battery was disconnected), the system needs to be initialized before you can use it. Initialization requires this: Entry of the compass system 4digit security code to ''unlock'' the system. GPS initialization. This may not be needed depending on how long the system was without power. Entering the Security Code place in case you need the codes. If you lose the cards, you must obtain the security codes from your dealer. Enter the four-digit compass system security code. If you have entered it correctly, the display changes to the Disclaimer screen. You have ten chances to enter the correct code. If all ten are incorrect, turn the ignition to OFF, then back to ON (II) to have ten more chances to enter the correct code. Features If the battery goes dead or is disconnected for any reason, you will have to enter a security code into both the audio system and the compass system before you can use it again. When you purchased the vehicle, you should have received two cards that have the audio and compass system's security codes and serial numbers. Keep these cards in a safe To enter the code, turn the interface knob to select the number, then press the interface selector to enter it. Keep doing the same procedure to enter all four correct numbers. If you need to delete the number you entered mistakenly, move the interface selector to the right. CONTINUED 2008 RL 259