Oil Acura ILX 2015 Owner's Guide

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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
−−
ABS/VSA Motor30 A
ABS/VSA FSR30 A
WIPER30 A
Main Fuse100 A
2
IG Main50 A
Fuse Box Main 60 A
Fuse Box Main 260 A
Headlight Main 30 A
ST/MG SW30 A
Rear Defogger 30 A −−
Blower 40 A −−
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3−−
4− −
5Starter DIAG, ST MG7.5 A
6− −
7−−
8− −
9−−
10 − −
*1:Models with halogen bulb low beam headlights
*2:Models with discharge headlights
11Oil Level7.5 A
12 Fog Lights*(20 A)
13−−
14 Hazard 10 A
15FI Sub15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17Stop15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19−−
20
Right Headlight Low Beam*1
Right Headlight Low Beam (HID)*210 A
15 A
21IGP15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23Left Headlight Low Beam*1
Left Headlight Low Beam (HID)*210 A
15 A
24 − −
25MG Clutch7.5 A
26 WASHER 15 A
27SMALL20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29Backup10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuSpecifications u
Continued
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
3.9 US qt (3.7 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.41 US gal (5.33 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.125 US gal (0.475 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSizeP215/45R17 87VPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spare Size
T135/80D15 99M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7JCompact Spare15 x 4T
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Information
■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■ Manual Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 2.0 US qt (1.9 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
4.4 US qt (4.2 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.45 US gal (5.5 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.125 US gal (0.475 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSizeP215/45R17 87VPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spare Size
T135/80D16 101M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7JCompact Spare16 x 4T
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Index
343
Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 239
Accessories and Modifications ................ 246
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 134
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 268
Engine Oil ............................................... 261
Washer ................................................... 273
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 261
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 130
Front Seats.............................................. 123
Head Restraints ....................................... 126
Mirrors.................................................... 121
Rear Seat ................................................ 129
Steering Wheel ....................................... 120
Temperature ............................................. 81
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 136
Changing the Mode................................ 136
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 137
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 297
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 136
Sensors ................................................... 139
Synchronized Mode ................................ 138
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 136
Air Pressure .............................. 287, 331, 333
Airbags ....................................................... 33
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 39
After a Collision ........................................ 36 Airbag Care ............................................... 47
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 36
Indicator ........................................ 44, 67, 71
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 45
Sensors ...................................................... 33
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 42
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 46
Side Airbags .............................................. 40
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 43
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 151
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 239
Indicator .................................................... 67
Armrest ..................................................... 130
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 149
Audio System ............................................ 142
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 150
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 143
Error Messages ........................................ 170
General Information ................................ 173
iPhone ..................................................... 176
iPod ......................................................... 158
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 163
Pandora ®................................................. 161
Reactivating ............................................. 144
Recommended CDs ................................. 174
Recommended Devices ............................ 176
Security Code .......................................... 144
Theft Protection ....................................... 144
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 143
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 176 Audio/Information Screen
....................... 146
Authorized Manuals ................................ 341
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 101
Customize ................................................. 86
Automatic Lighting .................................. 115
Automatic Transmission ........................... 221
Creeping ................................................. 221
Fluid ........................................................ 270
Kickdown ................................................ 221
Operating the Shift Lever................... 15, 223
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 317
Shifting ................................................... 222
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 143
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 81
Average Speed ........................................... 82
B
Battery...................................................... 295
Charging System Indicator................. 65, 320
Jump Starting .......................................... 314
Maintenance (Checki ng the Battery) ........ 295
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 296
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 26
Beverage Holders ..................................... 133
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 166
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 179
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 59
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Index
Brake System............................................. 237
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 239
Brake Assist System ................................. 240
Fluid ........................................................ 272
Foot Brake ............................................... 238
Indicator ............................................ 64, 322
Parking Brake .......................................... 237
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 119
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 274
Back-Up Light Bulbs ................................. 282
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal
Light and Rear Side Ma rker Light Bulbs .. 280
Fog Lights ................................................ 276
Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 278
Headlights ............................................... 274
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 283
Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs ............... 279
Rear License Plate Light............................ 283
Bulb Specifications ............................ 330, 332
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 60
Carrying Cargo .................................. 211, 213
CD Player ........................................... 153, 155
Certification Label .................................... 334
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 274
Charging System Indicator ................. 65, 320
Child Safety ................................................. 48
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 100 Child Seat
.................................................... 48
Booster Seats ............................................ 59
Child Seat for Infants................................. 50
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 51
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 55
Larger Children ......................................... 58
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 50
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 52
Using a Tether ........................................... 57
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 100
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 300
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 298
Client Service Information ....................... 342
Climate Control System ............................ 136
Changing the Mode ................................ 136
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 137
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 297
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 136
Sensors ................................................... 139
Synchronized Mode................................. 138
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 136
Clock ............................................................ 92
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 272
Coat Hook ................................................. 134
Compact Spare Tire .................. 305, 331, 333
Console Compartment ............................. 132
Controls ....................................................... 91
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 268
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 269 Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 268
Overheating ............................................ 318
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 221
Cruise Control .......................................... 229
Indicator ................................................... 72
Cup Holders .............................................. 133
Customized Features ................................. 83
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 117
Dead Battery ............................................ 314
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 137
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 335
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 114
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 121
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 262
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 114
Door Mirrors ............................................. 122
Doors .......................................................... 93
Auto Door Locking.................................. 101
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 101
Door Open Indicator ........................... 25, 69
Keys.......................................................... 93
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ...................................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................... 95
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
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Index
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 289
Driving ...................................................... 209
Automatic Transmission .......................... 221
Braking ................................................... 237
Cruise Control ........................................ 229
Shifting Gear .................................. 222, 226
Starting the Engine ................................. 216
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 297
E
Elapsed Time.............................................. 81
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ........................................... 68, 322
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 232
Emergency ................................................ 327
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 337
Engine ....................................................... 334
Coolant .................................................. 268
Jump Starting ......................................... 314
Oil .......................................................... 261
Starting................................................... 216
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 112
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 259
Engine Coolant ........................................ 268
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 269
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 268
Overheating ............................................ 318
Temperature Gauge .................................. 78
Engine Oil ................................................. 261
Adding ................................................... 264 Checking ................................................. 262
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 252
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 64, 320
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 261
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 112
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 68, 322
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 60
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 122
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 300
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 122
F
Features..................................................... 141
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 297
Oil ........................................................... 265
Flat Tire ..................................................... 305
Floor Mats ................................................. 299
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 270
Brake/Clutch ............................................ 272
Engine Coolant ........................................ 268
Manual Transmission ............................... 271
Windshield Washer .................................. 273
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 70
Folding Down the Rear Seat .................... 129
Foot Brake ................................................. 238
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 36 Front Seats
................................................ 123
Adjusting ................................................ 123
Fuel ...................................................... 16, 243
Economy ................................................. 245
Gauge ....................................................... 78
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 81
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 67
Range ....................................................... 81
Recommendation .................................... 243
Refueling................................................. 243
Fuel Economy ........................................... 245
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 16, 244
Message.................................................. 321
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 16, 244
Fuses .......................................................... 324
Inspecting and Changing......................... 326
Locations......................................... 324, 325
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 245
Gauge ....................................................... 78
Information ............................................. 243
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 81
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 67
Refueling................................................. 243
Gauges ........................................................ 78
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 222
Manual Transmission ............................... 227
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Index
Glass (care)................................................ 301
Glove Box .................................................. 132
H
Halogen Bulbs ................................... 274, 276
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 303
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 179
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 195
Automatic Transferring ............................ 193
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 193
HFL Buttons ............................................. 179
HFL Menus .............................................. 181
HFL Status Display.................................... 180
Making a Call .......................................... 198
Options During a Call .............................. 202
Phone Setup ............................................ 186
Receiving a Call ....................................... 201
Speed Dial ............................................... 196
Text Message................................... 191, 203
To Clear the System ................................. 194
To Create a Security PIN........................... 192
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 4
Head Restraints ......................................... 126
Headlights ................................................. 114
Aiming .................................................... 274
Automatic Operation ............................... 115
Dimming ......................................... 114, 117
Operating ................................................ 114
Heaters (Seat) ............................................ 135 HFL (HandsFreeLink
®)............................... 179
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 70
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 219
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 177I
Identification Numbers ............................ 334
Engine and Transmission ......................... 334
Vehicle Identification ............................... 334
Illumination Control ................................. 119
Knob ....................................................... 119
Immobilizer System .................................. 106
Indicator.................................................... 71
Indicators .................................................... 64
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................... 67
Charging System ............................... 65, 320
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 72, 230
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 72, 229
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 25, 69
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 68, 322
Fog Light ................................................... 70
High-Beam ................................................ 70
Immobilizer System ................................... 71
Keyless Access System ............................... 72
Lights On .................................................. 70
Low Fuel ................................................... 67
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 64, 320
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 69, 234, 235
Maintenance Minder ............................... 251
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 65, 321 Parking Brake and Brak
e System ....... 64, 322
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 27, 66
Security System Alarm............................... 72
Shift Lever Position.................................... 65
Side Airbag Off ................................... 46, 71
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 44, 67
System Message ....................................... 70
Transmission ............................................. 66
Turn Signal ............................................... 70
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA® )
System ............................................ 68, 232
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 68, 233
Information .............................................. 329
Information Buttons ............................ 79, 83
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 81
Instrument Panel ........................................ 63
Brightness Control .................................. 119
Interior Lights ........................................... 131
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 121
Internet Radio .......................................... 161
iPhone ....................................................... 176
iPod ........................................................... 158
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 308
Jump Starting ........................................... 314
K
Key Number Tag ........................................ 94
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Index
Keyless Access System................................ 96
Keyless Lockout Prevention ....................... 98
Keys ............................................................. 93
Lockout Prevention ................................... 98
Number Tag.............................................. 94
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 100
Remote Transmitter .................................. 95
Types and Functions.................................. 93
Won’t Turn ............................................... 19
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 221
L
Language (HFL)........................................ 180
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 53
Lights ................................................ 114, 274
Automatic............................................... 115
Bulb Replacement ................................... 274
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 117
Fog Lights ............................................... 117
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 70
Interior.................................................... 131
Light Switches......................................... 114
Lights On Indicator.................................... 70
Turn Signals ............................................ 114
Limitations for Manual Operation .......... 180
Load Limits ............................................... 213
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 93
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 101
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 100
From Inside ............................................... 99 From Outside ............................................. 95
Keys .......................................................... 93
Using a Key ............................................... 98
Lockout Prevention System ........................ 98
Low Battery Charge .................................. 320
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 67
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength .................................................... 94
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 320
Lower Anchors ............................................ 53
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 330, 332
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 213M
Maintenance............................................. 247
Battery .................................................... 295
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 272
Cleaning .................................................. 298
Climate Control System ........................... 297
Coolant ................................................... 268
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 251
Oil ........................................................... 262
Precautions .............................................. 248
Radiator .................................................. 269
Remote Transmitter ................................. 296
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 274
Safety ...................................................... 249
Service Items ........................................... 254
Tires ........................................................ 286
Transmission Fluid ................................... 270 Under the Hood ...................................... 256
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 65, 321
Manual Transmission ............................... 226
Map Lights ................................................ 131
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 213
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 78
Mirrors ...................................................... 121
Adjusting ................................................ 121
Door ....................................................... 122
Exterior ................................................... 122
Interior Rearview ..................................... 121
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 246
Moonroof ................................................. 111
MP3 ................................................... 155, 163
Multi-Information Display ......................... 79
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 242
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 334
O
Odometer................................................... 80
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 261
Adding .................................................... 264
Checking................................................. 262
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 252
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 320
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 261
Viscosity .................................................. 261
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Index
Vehicle Identification Number................. 334
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 232
Off Button ............................................... 233
Off Indicator .............................................. 68
System Indicator ........................................ 68
Viscosity (Oil) ............................. 261, 331, 333
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 232
W
Wallpaper.................................................. 147
Wallpaper Setup ....................................... 168
Warning and Information Messages ......... 73
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ................ 320
Warning Labels ........................................... 61
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) ............................................... 339
Watts ................................................. 330, 332
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 291
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ............ 308
Window Washers ...................................... 118
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 273
Switch ..................................................... 118
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 108
Windshield ................................................ 118
Cleaning .................................................. 301
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 137
Washer Fluid............................................ 273
Wiper Blades ........................................... 284
Wipers and Washers ................................ 118 Winter Tires
.............................................. 294
Snow Tires .............................................. 294
Tire Chains .............................................. 294
Wipers and Washers ................................. 118
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 284
WMA ................................................. 155, 163
Worn Tires ................................................ 286
X
XM® Radio ................................................ 153
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