Acura TL 2012 User Manual

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2012

Accelerated Innovation

TL Pricing

2012 TL TRIM LEVELS (Configuration Options)

1 - TL

2 - TL SH-AWD

3 - TL with Technology Package

4 -TL with Advance Package

5 - TL SH-AWD with Technology Package

6 - TL SH-AWD 6-Speed Manual Transmission with Technology Package

7 - TL SH-AWD with Advance Package

Starting at $35,705

Starting at $39,255

Starting at $39,435

Starting at $41,635

Starting at $42,985

Starting at $45,185

TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE INCLUDES (Adding to or replacing standard features)

Acura Navigation System

Voice Recognition system for navigation, audio,

Acura/ELS Surround®32 440-watt Premium 10-speaker Sound System with HDD music storage, CD, DVD-Audio, MP3, WMA6 and DTS® player, Dolby® 5 Pro Logic® II and AM/FM tuner

, rearview camera and Zagat Survey® ratings and reviews

Bluetooth

®11 HandsFreeLink® and climate control systems

XM®4 Radio with Note Function music-reminder

Song By Voice™

AcuraLink® Satellite Communication System

AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Traffic Rerouting™

AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™13

Keyless Access System with smart entry, push button ignition and Acura personalized settings for driver’s seat, side mirrors, select audio and navigation settings and more

GPS-linked, solar-sensing, temperature control10

Bluetooth

Automated Appointments™

Interface dial

Body-colored decklid spoiler with integrated rearview camera

Sport seats with perforated Milano Premium Leather-trimmed interior

® HandsFreeLink® wireless telephone interface with phonebook exchange

TL Pricing

Advance Package (Adding to or replacing TL or TL SH-AWD with Technology Package features)

6-level heated and ventilated front seats

Blind spot information system

18-inch, 5-spoke alloy wheels (FWD)

19-inch, 5-split-spoke alloy wheels (SH-AWD)

TL SH-AWD Features

305-hp, 3.7-liter, 24-valve, SOHC, V-6 engine with intake/exhaust VTEC®

Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®)

Hill Start Assist

18-inch, 5-spoke alloy wheels

245/45 R18 96V Michelin Pilot HX MXM4 All-Season tires

TL Specifications

ENGINES

Engine type

Valvetrain

Displacement, liters

Compression ratio

Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net)

Torque @ rpm, lb - ft

Redline

EPA Estimated Fuel Mileage (city / highway)

Required fuel Fuel injection

Throttle control Ignition

Engine block

Cylinder head

Emission rating Tune-up interval

TL TL SH-AWD

TL TL SH-AWD TL SH-AWD MT

24-valve, SOHC, VTEC® V-6

Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC®) for intake (3.7L: also exhaust valves), 4 valves per cylinder, with a belt-driven single overhead camshaft

3.5

3.7

11.2:1

280 @ 6200 305 @ 6300

254 @ 5000 273 @ 5000

6800 6700

20 / 29 mpg 18 / 26 mpg 17 / 25 mpg

Premium unleaded 91 octane PGM-FI Multi-Point Programmed Fuel Injection system Drive-by-Wire™ throttle system

Direct ignition system with knock control

Cast aluminum alloy with aluminum cylinder liners

Cast aluminum alloy; 4-valves-per-cylinder; pent-roof combustion chamber design

ULEV-2 100K +/- miles no scheduled tune-ups

DRIVETRAIN

TL Specifications

Configuration

Maximum Torque Distribution Range (front:rear)

Maximum distribution of available rear wheel torque (left:right)

Transmission

Gear Ratios (:1)

1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th Reverse Final drive

CHASSIS

TL TL SH-AWD

TL SH-AWD

TL TL SH-AWD

Transversely-mounted front engine, front-wheel drive

Transversely-mounted front engine, Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®)

90:10 to 30:70

100:0 to 0:100

6-Speed Automatic Transmission with Sequential SportShift paddle shifters and Grade Logic Control

6-speed Manual with Hill Start Assist (TL SH-AWD only)

Automatic

3.36

2.10

1.49

1.07

0.75

0.56

2.27

3.72

Manual

3.63

2.12

1.53

1.13

0.85

0.69

3.66

3.84

Body type

Front suspension

Rear suspension

Front stabilizer bar, mm

Rear stabilizer bar, mm

Steering type

Steering ratio

Steering wheel turns (lock-to-lock)

Turning diameter, curb-to-curb, ft.

Wheels

Tires

Front brake discs

Rear brake discs

Braking systems

Stability control

TL TL SH-AWD

TL TL SH-AWD TL SH-AWD w/ Advance Pkg.

TL SH-AWD

Unit body

Independent double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar

Independent multi-link with coil springs and stabilizer bar

30.0

31.0

19.0 solid

20.0 x 4.5

Electric variable power-assisted rack-and-pinion (EPS)

14.0:1

2.7

38.9

17” x 8.0” aluminum-alloy 18” x 8.0” aluminum-alloy (avail: TL) 19” x 8.0” aluminum-alloy (avail. TL SH-AWD)

P245/50 R17 98V high-performance all-season P245/45 R18 96V high-performance all-season (avail. TL) P245/40 R19 94V high-performance all-season (avail. TL SH-AWD)

12.6” ventilated

13.2” solid

4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) 3-channel brake control, yaw, lateral g, speed, and steering sensors

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)12, additionally incorporating SH-AWD system

using throttle control and

TL Specifications

DIMENSIONS & CAPACITIES

Wheelbase, in (mm)

Track, in (mm)

Overall length, in (mm) Overall width, in (mm) Height (unladen), in (mm)

Minimum ground clearance, in (mm)

Curb weight, starting, lb (kg)

Weight distribution (% front / rear)

Maximum seating capacity

EPA Passenger Volume, cu ft

Headroom

Legroom

Hiproom

Shoulder room

Cargo volume, cu ft

Front Rear

TL TL SH-AWD

TL TL w/ Technology Package TL w/ Advance Package TL SH-AWD TL SH-AWD w/ Technology Package TL SH-AWD MT w/ Technology Package TL SH-AWD w/ Advance Package

TL TL SH-AWD AT TL SH-AWD MT

Front Rear

TL TL SH-AWD

109.3 (2775)

63.2 (1605)

63.8 (1620)

194.0 (4928)

74.0 (1880)

57.2 (1452)

5.9 (151)

5.7 (145)

3726 (1690) 3741 (1697) 3770 (1710) 3968 (1800) 3982 (1806) 3858 (1759) 4001 (1815)

61/39 59/41 58/42

98.2

38.4 (976)

36.7 (932)

42.5 (1080)

36.2 (920)

55.7 (1415)

54.8 (1392)

58.2 (1477)

56.2 (1428)

13.1

12.5

Fuel tank capacity, U.S. gallons (liters)

Crankcase refill capacity, including filter, qt. (liters)

Cooling system capacity, qt. (liters)

18.5 (70.0)

5.3 (5.0)

9.1 (8.6)

TL Features

INTERIOR FEATURES

Sport seats with leather-trimmed interior

Driver’s 10-way power seat including 2-way power lumbar support

Front passenger’s 8-way power seat

Heated front seats

Acura 276-watt Premium Sound System with AM/FM tuner, 6-disc in-dash CD, MP3, WMA changer, Dolby® 5 Pro Logic® II and 8 speakers, including 8-inch subwoofer

XM® Radio USB7 Audio Interface with iPod® 8 integration

MP3/auxiliary input jack

Bluetooth

Radio Data System (RDS)

Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC)

Front center console with integrated sliding tray and dual level storage compartments

Rear-seat center armrest with locking trunk pass-through

Retractable rear-seat head restraints

LED backlit gauges with progressive illumination

Multi-Information Display

Maintenance Minder™ system

Trip computer

Exterior temperature indicator

Compass

Illuminated ignition, power-window and door-lock switches, steering-wheel controls and overhead controls

Dual-zone, dual-mode adaptive climate control system with humidity control and air filtration

Rear-passenger ventilation controls

Remote entry system with folding key and Acura personalized settings for driver’s seat, outside mirrors, select audio settings, and more

Power windows with driver’s and front passenger’s auto-up/down, auto-reverse and key-off operation

Remote- and driver’s door lock-operated windows-open function

Bluetooth

Steering wheel-mounted controls for cruise control, audio, phone, Multi-Information Display, and available Voice Recognition

HomeLink®

Cruise control

Tilt and telescoping steering column

Simulated chestnut wood trim

Textured metal interior trim

Front and rear overhead LED map lights

Ambient cabin lighting

Driver and front passenger’s footwell lighting

Door-mounted courtesy lights

Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob

Front and rear beverage holders

Front and rear-door storage compartments

Center console utility compartments

TL Features

® Audio

® HandsFreeLink® wireless telephone interface

TL Features

Seatback pockets

Aluminum threshold garnish

Carpeted floor mats

Driver’s and front passenger’s illuminated vanity mirrors

12-volt power outlets in front and center console

Automatic dimming rearview mirror

Rear-window defroster with timer

Theft-deterrent system with electronic immobilizer

EXTERIOR FEATURES

Power moonroof with tilt, auto-open/close, auto-reverse and key-off operation

Heated side mirrors with reverse gear tilt-down and integrated directional turn signals

Auto-on/off headlights

Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights

Fog lights

LED mirror-integrated directional signals, taillights, brake lights and Center High Mount Stop Light

Stainless steel body-contoured roof trim

Speed-sensing, variable intermittent windshield wipers

Integrated dual-outlet exhaust

Body-colored handles

Driver’s and passengers illuminated door handle recesses

Rear window defroster with timer

17-inch, 7-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels

Acoustic glass front windshield

SAFETY FEATURES

Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)

4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist

Dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags (SRS)

Front side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS)

Side curtain airbags

Active front head restraints

3-point height-adjustable seat belts with load limiters and automatic tensioning system (front)

3-point rear seat belts

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) child-seat mounting system

Daytime Running Lights (DRL)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with location and pressure indicators

Front and rear impact-absorbing crumple zones

Side-impact door beams

with traction control

WARRANTIES

TL Features

Vehicle16

Powertrain16

Outer Body Rust-through

Acura Genuine Accessories

Acura Total Luxury Care® (TLC) with Roadside Assistance

Seat belts

4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty

6-year/70,000-mile limited warranty

5-year/unlimited-mile limited warranty

4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty

4-year/50,000-mile

15 years

Prices shown are Acura suggested retail prices only and do not include taxes, license or a $895 destination and handling charge.

Acura vehicle accessory costs, labor and installation vary.

Dealers set their

own prices.

Please consult your selected dealer.

Does not apply to fluid and filter changes or periodic inspections. Please refer to the maintenance section of your owner's manual to determine all appropriate maintenance intervals.

XM services require a subscription after 90-day trial period. Subscriptions governed by XM Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. If you decide to continue your XM service at the end of your

complimentary trial, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates unless you call 1-800-967-2346 to cancel. Fees and programming subject to change.

Available only to those at

least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C.

Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Windows Media®

Audio is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft®

Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with

security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your local Acura dealer for details on compatibility.

Currently includes fifth generation or later Apple iPod, and all generations of iPod Nano, iPod Classic, iPod Touch, or iPhone®. iPod®

and iPhone®

are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.,

registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.

Acura Navigation System and related features available only in the United States, Puerto Rico and parts of Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.

The

Bluetooth®

word mark and logos are owned by the

Bluetooth

SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.

VSA is not a substitute for safe driving. It cannot correct the vehicle's course in every situation or compensate for reckless driving. Control of the vehicle always remains with the driver.

AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are operable only in select markets within the 48 contiguous United States. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is also operable in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal.

AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are available by separate XM NavTraffic®

and XM NavWeather™ subscriptions after a complimentary 90-day trial period. AcuraLink®

Satellite Communication

System does not require a subscription.

Not all Acura dealers participate in these programs. Programs limited to the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska and Hawaii. See your local Acura dealer for program details and offers. This is not an offer

of direct financing or of any particular lease or purchase transaction.

Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov). Model tested with standard side-impact airbags

(SABs).

NHTSA revised its test evaluation procedures for 2011, making 5-star ratings more difficult to achieve.

Do not not compare 2011 and later models to those from 2010 earlier, and vice-versa.

Ordinary maintenance items or adjustments, parts subject to normal wear and replacement, and certain other items are excluded.

When installed at the time of new-vehicle delivery.

See your local dealer for details about Total Luxury Care® (

TLC), Roadside Assistance, and Concierge Service.

Using gasoline with an octane lower than 91 octane may cause damage to the engine.

Please consult the owner's manual for details.

Customers who choose to use Regular gasoline should expect reductions in power, performance and fuel economy.

These estimates are based on figures you have provided and are for illustrative purposes only. They are not an offer of, or guarantee of, a particular Annual Percentage Rate or payment.

Terms are not available in all areas. Rates and requirements will vary based on geographic location and credit worthiness. Estimated payments exclude applicable taxes, title, registration, license, and documentary fees. Not all Acura dealers participate in these programs. Programs limited to 48 U.S. contiguous states, Alaska and Hawaii. See your local Acura dealer for program details and offers. This is not an offer of direct financing or of any particular lease or purchase transaction. Trade-in values obtained from Kelley Blue Book are estimates and the actual value of your vehicle may vary. The actual value of your trade-in may be higher or lower depending upon the condition of your vehicle, equipment and local market conditions.

Prices shown are Acura suggested retail prices only and do not include tax, title, license or registration fees.

Acura vehicle accessory costs, labor and installation vary.

Dealers set their own prices.

Please

consult your selected dealer.

Trade-in values obtained from Kelley Blue Book are estimates and the actual value of your vehicle may vary.

The actual value of your trade-in may be higher or lower depending upon the condition of your

vehicle, equipment and local market conditions.

Contact your local Acura Certified Pre-Owned dealer for vehicle availability.

All vehicles subject to prior sale.

Dealers set their own prices.

All prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. Prices may not include additional fees such as government fees and taxes, title and registration fees, finance charges, dealer document preparation fees, processing fees, and emission testing and compliance charges.

All detailed vehicle information is provided by individual Acura dealers.

Acura Division of American Honda Motor Co., is neither responsible nor guarantees the accuracy of any

information provided by individual Acura dealers.

Prices on this site are estimates only and do not include installation. Actual accessory prices are set by your Acura dealer.

Based on 2013 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only.

Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

Acura Navigation System and related features are available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico.

Some models also include Alaska and Canada.

See your local Acura dealer for

information regarding navigation system area coverage.

Airbag(s) inflated for display purposes.

Not all exterior and interior color combinations available on all trim levels. Go to Build and Price section for details.

Preliminary EPA mileage estimates determined by Acura. Final EPA mileage estimates not available at the time of printing. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how

you drive and maintain your vehicle.

ELS Surround®

Prices shown do not include taxes, license or a $895 destination and handling charge. Actual vehicle/accessory costs, labor and installation vary. Dealers set their own prices. Please consult your selected

dealer. Vehicle shown may differ from actual vehicle to be sold.

AcuraLink®

Satellite Communication System does not require a subscription. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are available by separate XM NavTraffic®

and XM NavWeather™ subscriptions.

AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is operable only in select markets within the 48 contiguous United States plus Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is available with an XM

NavTraffic®

subscription.

XM services require a subscription governed by XM Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. Fees and programming subject to change. Available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48

contiguous United States and D.C.

Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

’s (NHTSA’

s) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov) with test and evaluation procedures used up through

the 2010 model year. Do not compare against ratings for 2011 or later model years.

Based on 2012 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

OnStar®

is a registered trademark of OnStar Corporation. Covered by patent rights issued and/or pending.

Mileage estimates reflect EPA's 2008 revised mileage calculations and can be compared to 2008 and newer estimates

Based on 2007 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2007. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

Based on 2008 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

Based on 2009 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

Compatible with select phones with Bluetooth®

only. Your wireless carrier's rate plans apply. State or local laws may limit use of texting feature. Only use texting feature when conditions allow you to do so safely. Drive responsibly. Some state laws prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. For safety reasons, always launch your audio application or perform any other operation on your phone or audio device only when the vehicle is safely parked.

Compatible with select Apple®

iPhone®

devices only. Your wireless carrier's rate plans apply.

Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard

Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus floor space between first and second seats and front seats moved forward.

This figure compares more accurately with most competitive

measurements.

Time period based on orginial in-service date.

Mileage based on odometer reading.

AT-PZEV (Advanced Technology Partial Zero-Emission Vehicle) models as certified by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are available in California and states that have adopted California Zero

Emission Vehicle regulations. Models in non-CARB states are ULEV

-2 (Ultra-

Low-Emission Vehicle) certified by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

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