oil type Acura ILX 2016 Owner's Manual

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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 brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 430
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 442
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 431
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 440
■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. 418
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. 509
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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431Continued
Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
Headlight bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and replace
the light assembly.
Fog Light Bulbs*
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the screw using a Phillips-head
screwdriver.
u The screw does not drop.
Fog Light: 55 W (H11 for halogen bulb Type)
1Headlight Bulbs
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk, have the aiming readjusted
at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
1Fog Light Bulbs*
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot wh en lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its
plastic case, and protect th e glass from contact with
your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alc ohol and a clean cloth.
Dropping
prevention
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 462
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 463
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 475
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 482
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 483
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 484
Jump Starting .................................... 485
Vehicles with optional spare tire
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 488
Overheating How to Handle Overheating............. 489
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 491
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 491
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 492
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................. 493
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On......................... 493
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 494
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 495
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 497
Emergency Towing ........................... 498
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF-TYPE 2.0
Capacity Change 4.3 US qt (4.1 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.4 US qt (4.2 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
4.6 US qt (4.4 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.71 US gal (6.49 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.166 US gal (0.63 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Vehicle with 18 inch wheel
*2: Vehicle with 17 inch wheel
*3: Vehicle with optional spare tire
Regular
Size*1225/40R18 92VPressure*1
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front33 (230 [2.3])Rear32 (220 [2.2])Size*2P215/45R17 87VPressure*2
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front35 (240 [2.4])Rear33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spare
*3
Size T135/70D17 92M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 7 1/2J*1
17 x 7J*2
Compact Spare*317 x 4T
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Index
Indicators..................................................... 64
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .......... 76, 354
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 69
Blind Spot Information (BSI) ............... 78, 383
Brake System (Amber)................................ 65
Brake System (Red) .................................... 64
Charging System ............................... 67, 491
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 79, 80
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 74, 350
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 74, 349
Door and Trunk Open .......................... 27, 71
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 70, 493
Fog Light ................................................... 73
Gear Position ............................................. 66
High-Beam ................................................ 72
Immobilizer System .................................... 73
Keyless Access System ............................... 74
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 77, 374
Lights On ................................................... 73
Low Fuel .................................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 65, 491
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 71, 384, 386
Maintenance Minder ............................... 415
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 67, 492
Parking Brake and Brak e System ........ 64, 493
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 75
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 29, 68
Security System Alarm ............................... 74
Sequential mode...................................... 348
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 45, 69 System Message ........................................ 72
Transmission ............................................. 66
Turn Signal ................................................ 72
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 70, 380
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 70, 381
Information .............................................. 499
Instant Fuel Economy ................................. 95
Instrument Panel ........................................ 63
Brightness Control................................... 142
Interface Dial ............................................ 193
Interior Lights ........................................... 156
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 146
Internet Radio .................................. 186, 225
iPhone ............................................... 225, 244
iPod ................................................... 183, 221
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 478
Jump Starting ........................................... 485
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 112
Keyless Access System .............................. 114
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 116
Keys ........................................................... 110
Lockout Prevention.................................. 116
Number Tag ............................................ 112
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 120 Remote Transmitter ................................ 113
Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 117, 340
Types and Functions................................ 110
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 344
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 372
Language (HFL) ................................ 269, 298
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 53
Lights ................................................ 136, 431
Automatic............................................... 137
Bulb Replacement ................................... 431
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 139
Fog Lights ............................................... 139
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 72
Interior.................................................... 156
Light Switches......................................... 136
Lights On Indicator .................................... 73
Turn Signals ............................................ 136
Limitations for Manual Operation .......... 269
Load Limits ............................................... 335
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 110
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 121
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 120
From Inside ............................................. 118
From Outside .......................................... 113
Keys........................................................ 110
Using a Key............................................. 116
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 116
Low Battery Charge ................................. 491
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