wipers Acura ILX 2015 Owner's Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
❙Wipers/Washers (P 118)
❙Cruise Control Buttons (P 229)
❙Remote Audio Control Buttons (P 149)
❙SEL/RESET Button (P 79)
❙ (Information) Button (P 79)
❙Brightness Control (P 119)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P 114)
❙Fog Lights* (P 117)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down)* (P 225)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift up)* (P 225)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P 179)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P 256, 257)
❙Windshield Wipers (P 118, 284)
❙Tires (P 286, 305)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 95)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P 122)
❙Headlights (P 114, 274)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights (P 114, 278, 279)
❙How to Refuel (P 244)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P 283)
❙Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P 105)
❙Opening/Closing the Trunk (P 102)
❙Fog Lights* (P 117, 276)
❙Back-Up Lights (P 282)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera (P 242)
❙Trunk Release Button (P 103)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P 280)
❙Brake/Taillights (P 280)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 280)
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Quick Reference Guide
Controls (P 91)
ENGINE START/STOP
Button
(P 112)
Press the button to change the vehicle’s
power mode.
Turn Signals (P 114)
Lights (P 114)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers
(P 118)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
*
Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 92
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 93
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength ........................................... 94
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 95
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................... 99
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 100
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 101
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 102
Security System ................................ 106
Immobilizer System .......................... 106 Security System Alarm...................... 106Opening and Closing the Windows
.... 108Opening and Closing the Moonroof....... 111Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 112
Turn Signals ..................................... 114
Light Switches.................................. 114
Fog Lights
*...................................... 117
Daytime Running Lights ................... 117
Wipers and Washers ........................ 118
Brightness Control ........................... 119
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button...120
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 120 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 121
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 121
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 122
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 123
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 123
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 131
Interior Lights .................................. 131
Interior Convenience Items .............. 132
Climate Control System ................... 136
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 136
Synchronized Mode ......................... 138
Automatic Climate Control Sensors......139
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uLight Switches
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Controls
The headlights automatically co me on when the wipers are used several times within
a certain intervals with the headlight switch in AUTO.
The headlights automatically go off a few minutes later if the wipers are stopped.
The headlights, all other exterior lights, an d the instrument panel lights turn off 15
seconds after you set the power mode to VE HICLE OFF (LOCK), take the remote with
you, and close the driver's door even if you leave the light switch on or in AUTO.
If you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) with the headlight switch on, but
do not open the door, the li ghts turn off after 10 minutes (three minutes, if the
switch is in the AUTO position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver's door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.
■Headlight Integration with Wiper*1Headlight Integration with Wiper*
This feature activates during the headlights are off in
AUTO .
The instrument panel br ightness does not change
when the headlights come on.
When the ambient light is at dark, the automatic
lighting control feature over rides, and the headlights
come on with or without the wipers sweeping more
than several times.
■Automatic Lighting Off Feature1 Automatic Lighting Off Feature
You can change the headli ght auto off timer setting.
2 Customized Features P. 83
* Not available on all models
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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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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness Control
When the power mode is in ON, you can use
the brightness control knob to adjust
instrument panel brightness.
Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear a beep when the brightness
reaches minimum or maximum. The multi-
information display will return to its original
state several seconds after you adjust the
brightness.
■Brightness level indicator
The brightness level is shown on the multi-
information display whil e you are adjusting it.
1Wipers and Washers
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, pa rk the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then
remove the obstacle.
1 Brightness Control
Instrument panel brightne ss varies, depending on
whether the exterior lights are on or off. The
instrument panel dims to reduce glare when they are
on.
When it is bright out side and the headlight
integration with the wi per is activated, the
instrument panel bri ghtness does not change.
Pressing the SEL/RESET button or either
(information) button switch es the display between
the brightness level and ot her available information.
If you turn the knob to the right until the brightness
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels
the reduced instrument panel brightness when the
parking lights are on.
The brightness can be set differently for when the
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
Control Knob
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Slide the hood latch lever in the center of
the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Pull
Hood Release Handle
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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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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