wiper blades Acura ILX 2015 Owner's Manual

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 21
For Safe Driving P. 22 Seat Belts P. 26 Airbags P. 33
2Instrument Panel P. 63
Indicators P. 64 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 78
2Controls P. 91
Setting the Clock P. 92 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 93
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 111
Adjusting the Seats P. 123
2Features P. 141
Audio System P. 142 Audio System Basic Operation P. 145
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 177
2 Driving P. 209
Before Driving P. 210 Towing a Trailer P. 215
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 242 Refueling P. 243
2Maintenance P. 247
Before Performing Maintenance P. 248 Maintenance MinderTM P. 251
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 284
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 297
2Handling the Unexpected P. 303
Tools P. 304 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 305
Overheating P. 318 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 320
2Information P. 329
Specifications P. 330 Identification Numbers P. 334
Emissions Testing P. 337 Warranty Coverages P. 339
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 247)
Under the Hood (P 256, 257)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, slide the lever and lift the
hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 274)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 284)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 286)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a
single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor is equipped with a breaker that may
stop motor operation temp orarily to prevent an
overload. Wiper operation will return to normal
within a few minutes, once the circuit has returned to
normal.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
MIST
INT : Low speed with
intermittent OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay
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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
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintena nce booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the automatic transmi ssion fluid level monthly.
2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 270
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch Fluid P. 272
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 286
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 274
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 284
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 254
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 341
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the metal wiper
arm may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Place a cloth on the ed ge of the lock tab.
Push the lock tab up with a flat-tip screw
driver.
3. Slide the blade from the wiper arm.
1Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
Lock Tab
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade
that has been removed, and mount to a
new rubber blade.
u Correctly align the rubber protrusion and
the retainer grooves.
6. Slide the new wiper bl ade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
7. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,
then push down the lock tab.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Blade
Retainer Blade
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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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