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Jump Starting 7. Start the vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact. 8. Once the vehicle is running, disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle, and then from the booster battery. 9. Install the battery terminal cover. The numbers in the illustration show you the order to connect the jumper cables. 4. Connect one jumper cable to the positive ( ) terminal on your battery. Connect the other end to the positive ( ) terminal on the booster battery. 5. Connect the second jumper cable to the negative ( ) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the engine hanger as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine. 6. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until everything is disconnected. Otherwise, you may cause an electrical short. Taking Care of the Unexpected BOOSTER BATTERY 592 2013 TL

Section	Page
2013 TL OM	1
Introduction	1
A FewWordsAbout Safety	4
Contents	5
Overview of Contents	6
Your Vehicle at a Glance	7
Driver and Passenger Safety	9
Important Safety Precautions	10
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features	11
Protecting Adults and Teens	15
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts	24
Additional Information About Your Airbags	28
Protecting Children - General Guidelines	41
Protecting Infants and Small Children	46
Selecting a Child Seat	49
Installing a Child Seat	50
Protecting Larger Children	57
Carbon Monoxide Hazard	61
Safety Labels	62
Instruments and Controls	65
Control Locations	66
Instrument Panel	67
Instrument Panel Indicators	68
Gauges	80
Multi-Information Display	82
Controls Near the Steering Wheel	140
Windshield Wipers and Washers	141
Turn Signals and Headlights	143
Headlights	144
Fog Lights	147
Instrument Panel Brightness	148
HazardWarning Button	149
Rear Window Defogger	149
Steering Wheel Adjustments	150
Keys and Locks	151
Keys and Locks	152
Immobilizer System	153
Ignition Switch	155
Door Locks	156
Trunk	158
Remote Transmitter	161
Seats	165
Mirrors	171
Driving Position Memory System	174
Keyless Access System	177
Seat Heaters	206
Seat Heaters and Ventilations	208
Power Windows	210
Moonroof	214
Parking Brake	216
Interior Convenience Items	217
Interior Lights	224
Features	229
Climate Control System	230
Audio System	239
Audio - Models without Navi	240
Playing the AM/FM Radio	241
Playing the XM Radio	250
Playing Discs	257
Disc Changer Error Messages	267
Playing an iPod	268
iPod Error Messages	275
Playing a USB	276
USB Error Messages	284
Bluetooth Audio System	285
Audio System - Navi models	289
Playing the AM/FM Radio	290
Playing the XM Radio	303
Playing a Disc	311
Disc Player Error Messages	323
HDD	324
Playing an iPod	358
iPod Error Messages	367
Playing a USB	368
USB Error Messages	379
Bluetooth Audio System	380
Protecting Your Discs	385
AM/FM Radio Reception	389
Remote Audio Controls	391
Auxiliary Input Jack	393
Radio Theft Protection	394
Setting the Clock	395
Security System	399
Compass	401
Cruise Control	405
HomeLink Universal Transceiver	408
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink - without Navi	411
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink - Navi models	428
AcuraLink (U.S. only)	453
Rearview Camera and Monitor	469
Before Driving	471
Break-in Period	472
Fuel Recommendation	472
Service Station Procedures	474
Fuel Economy	480
Accessories and Modifications	483
Carrying Cargo	485
Driving	489
Preparing to Drive	490
Starting the Engine - without Keyless Access	491
Starting the Engine - with Keyless Access	493
Manual Transmission	495
Automatic Transmission	498
Driving with the Paddle Shifters - A/T Only	503
SH-AWD	508
Parking	510
Braking System	511
ABS	512
VSA (ESC)	514
TPMS	518
Blind Spot Information	523
Towing a Trailer,	532
Towing Your Vehicle	532
Maintenance	533
Maintenance Safety	534
Maintenance Minder	535
Fluid Locations	545
Engine Compartment Covers	546
Adding Engine Oil	547
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter	548
Engine Coolant	550
Windshield Washers	552
Transmission Fluid	553
Brake and Clutch Fluid	557
Timing Belt	558
Lights	559
Cleaning the Seat Belts	568
Floor Mats	569
Dust and Pollen Filter	570
Tires	572
Checking the Battery	581
Vehicle Storage	582
Interior Care	583
Taking Care of the Unexpected	585
Compact Spare Tire	586
Changing a Flat Tire	587
If the EngineWon’t Start	592
Jump Starting	595
If the Engine Overheats	597
Low Oil Pressure Indicator	599
Charging System Indicator	600
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	601
Brake System Indicator	602
Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually	603
Fuses	604
Fuse Locations	608
Emergency Towing	611
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck	613
Technical Information	615
Identification Numbers	616
Specifications	618
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.)	621
Tire Labeling	623
TPMS Required Federal Explanation	625
Emissions Controls	627
ThreeWay Catalytic Converters	629
Emissions Testing	630
Devices that Emit RadioWaves	632
Warranty and Client Relations	633
Client Service Information	634
Warranty Coverages	635
Reporting Safety Defects	636
AuthorizedManuals	637
Index	638
Service Information Summary	649