suspension Acura ILX 2016 Owner's Guide

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MAINTENANCE
TABLE OF
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INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
CLIENT
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
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NAVIGATION
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1 :I f a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change
the engine oil every year.
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
AReplace engine oil*1
BReplace engine oil*1 and oil flter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustmen t
Check expiry date for tire repair kit bottle (if
equipped)
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boot s
Inspect suspension components
Inspect driveshaft boots
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)
Inspect all fuid levels and condition of fuids
Inspect exhaust system#
Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*2:I f yo u drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15, 000 miles (24,000 km).
*3 :I f you driv e primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from
industry and di esel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen flter every 15,000 mile s
(24, 000 km).
*4 :D riving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission
temperature. This requires transm ission fuid changes more frequently than recommende d
by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have
the transmission fuid changed at 40,000 miles (64,000 km), then eve\
ry 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Item s
1
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element*2
Replace dust and pollen flte r*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission fuid*4
4Replace spark plug s
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolan t
Under the Hood
Engine oil fill cap Engine oil dipstick
(orange)
Washer fluid
(blue cap) Brake fluid
(black cap)
Engine coolant
reserve tank cap
Radiator cap Battery

Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and apply
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower
left corner of the dashboard.
3. Slide the hood latch lever in the center of the
hood to release the lock mechanism. Open the
hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp using
the grip. Mount the support rod in the hood.

When closing the hood, 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.
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.
NOTICE
Hood release handle
Pull
Lever
Clamp
Support rod
Grip

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TABLE OF
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VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
CLIENT
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
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BLUETOOTH®
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Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and
loading information.
Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause
a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire inflation
and maintenance.
WARNING
Original
tire sizes
Number of
people your
vehicle can
carry Proper cold
tire pressure
Total weight your
vehicle can carry
(do not exceed)

Tire and Wheel Replacement
Replace your tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed rating, and
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using
tires of a different size or construction can cause certain vehicle systems to
work incorrectly. It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that isn’t
possible, replace the front or rear tires in pairs.
If you change or replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match
those of the original wheels. Only use TPMS-specified wheels approved for your
vehicle.
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stability.
This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of tires recommended in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach
five years old. All tires, including the spare, should be removed from service after
10 years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or state of
wear.
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season tires marked “M+S”, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between
vehicles when driving. For winter tires, select the size and load ranges that are the
same as the original tires, and mount them to all four wheels.
Tire Chains
Install tire chains on the front tires only. Because your vehicle has limited tire
clearance, we strongly recommend using the following chains:
• Models with P215/45R17 87V tires: Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1032
• Models with 225/40R18 92V tires: Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1036
Mount chains as tightly as you can, and make sure that they do not touch the
brake lines or suspension.
Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage the
brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions in this guide regarding the selection and use of tire
chains.
WARNING
Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can damage
your vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they
are hitting any part of the vehicle.
NOTICE