2011 Acura RL Owner's Manual - Page 69

Instrument Panel Indicators Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This indicator has two functions: U.S. Canada ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. For more information, see page 510 . U.S. Canada 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 rear brakes, axles, 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 191 ). 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 ''BRAKE FLUID LOW'' or Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off. You will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multiinformation display. For more information, see page 35 . Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your airbag system components. You will also see a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display. For more information, see page 34 . Instruments and Controls 63