fuel additives Acura ILX 2015 Owner's Manual

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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additi ves in gasoline vary in the market, Acura
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of de tergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent ad ditives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Acura Owners at owners.acura.com. In
Canada, visit www.acura.ca for additional informati on on gasoline. For more
information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
■Fuel tank capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 liters)
Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is ble nded with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Maintenance
Engine Coolant
This coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1.Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark,
add the specified coolant until it reaches
the MAX mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Specified coolant: Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Reserve Tank
1Engine Coolant
NOTICE
If temperatures consistent ly below -22°F (-30°C) are
expected, the coolant mixture should be changed to
a higher concentration. Cons ult a dealer for more
information.
If Acura antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand non- silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Acur a coolant can result in
corrosion, causing the coo ling system to malfunction
or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled
with Acura antifreeze/cool ant as soon as possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle's coolant system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
Reserve
Tank
MAX
MIN
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Index
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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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