2001 RL Online Reference Owner's ManualUse these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference.For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. ContentsIntroduction ......................................................................................................................................... iA Few Words About Safety................................................................................................................. iiDriver and Passenger Safety .............................................................................................................. 5Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................. 51Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.Comfort and Convenience Features ............................................................................................. 121How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.Before Driving.................................................................................................................................. 167What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 179The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 203The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.Appearance Care.............................................................................................................................. 263Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.Taking Care of the Unexpected ...................................................................................................... 271This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 299ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................ 313A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 319How to order manuals and other technical literature.Index...................................................................................................................................................... IService Information SummaryA summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.Accord Value Package Audio SystemOwner's Identification FormYour Vehicle at a Glance.................................................................................................................... 2