battery replacement Acura ILX 2015 Owner's Manual
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
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Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Keyless Access Remo te Signal Strength
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the keyless access remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or starting
the engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being tra nsmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the keyless access remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or co vering the keyless access remote.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.
1 Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
Communication between the keyless access remote
and the vehicle consumes the keyless access remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on regularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the keyless access
remote is receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 248
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 249Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 250
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 251
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 256Opening the Hood ........................... 258
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 259
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 261
Oil Check ......................................... 262
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 264
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 265Engine Coolant ................................ 268
Transmission Fluid ............................ 270
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 272
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 273
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 274
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 284
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 286
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 287Tire Labeling .................................... 287DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 289
Wear Indicators ............................... 291
Tire Service Life ................................ 291
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 292
Tire Rotation .................................... 293
Winter Tires ..................................... 294
Battery ............................................... 295
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 296
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 297Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 298
Exterior Care.................................... 300
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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
The battery condition is being monitored by the sensor on the negative terminal. If
there is a problem with the sensor, the warning message on multi-information
display will let you know. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 144
•The clock resets.
2 Setting the Clock P. 92
•The navigation system* is disabled.
2 Refer to the navigation system manual
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
1Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Rinse the terminals with water. Cloth/towel dry the
battery. Coat the terminals with grease to help
prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half by carefully prying
on the edge with a coin.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the transmitter.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.1 Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
Press
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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uuWarranty Coverages u
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from a dealer.
Replacement Muffler Life time Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to a ll these warranties. Please read the Acura
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehi cle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
■Canadian Owners
Please refer to the warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
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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
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
Opening/ClosingHood ....................................................... 258
Moonroof ................................................ 111
Power Windows ...................................... 108
Trunk....................................................... 102
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 112
Outside Temperature
Adjusting ................................................... 81
Overheating .............................................. 318
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ... 15
Pandora® ................................................... 161
Panic Mode ............................................... 107
Parking ...................................................... 241
Parking Brake ............................................ 237
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 64, 322
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 45
Passing Indicators ..................................... 114
Power Windows ........................................ 108
Precautions While Driving ........................ 220
Rain ......................................................... 220
Pregnant Women ....................................... 31
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 305
R
Radiator..................................................... 269 Radio (AM/FM)
......................................... 151
Radio (XM ®).............................................. 153
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 152
Range .......................................................... 81
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 152
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 337
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 120
Rear Seat (Folding Down) ........................ 129
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 121
Refueling .................................................. 243
Fuel Gauge................................................ 78
Gasoline .................................. 243, 330, 332
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 67
Regulations ............................... 235, 289, 335
Remote Transmitter ................................... 95
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 296
Bulbs ....................................................... 274
Fuses ............................................... 324, 325
Tires ........................................................ 292
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 284
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 336
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 80
S
Safe Driving................................................ 21
Safety Check ............................................... 25
Safety Labels ............................................... 61
Safety Message ............................................. 1 Seat Belts
.................................................... 26
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 28
Checking .................................................. 32
Fastening .................................................. 29
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 55
Pregnant Women...................................... 31
Reminder .................................................. 27
Warning Indicator ............................... 27, 66
Seat Heaters ............................................. 135
Seats .......................................................... 123
Adjusting ................................................ 123
Front Seats.............................................. 123
Rear Seat ................................................ 129
Seat Heaters ........................................... 135
Security System ........................................ 106
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 71
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 72
SEL/RESET Button ....................................... 79
Select Lever ................................ 15, 222, 226
Operation ................................. 15, 223, 226
Releasing ................................................ 317
Won’t Move ........................................... 317
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 52
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 145
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 224
Sequential Shift Mode Operation ........... 225
Setting the Clock ........................................ 92
Shift Lever .................................. 15, 222, 226
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............ 65, 223
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