climate control Acura ILX 2020 Owner's Guide

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 508
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..509
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 510
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 511
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 516
Opening the Hood ........................... 517
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 518
Oil Check ......................................... 519
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 520
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...521
Engine Coolant ................................ 523
Transmission Fluid ............................ 525
Brake Fluid ....................................... 526
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 526
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 527
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 532
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 534
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 535
Tire Labeling .................................... 535
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ..537Wear Indicators................................ 539 Tire Service Life ................................ 539
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 540
Tire Rotation .................................... 541
Winter Tires ..................................... 542
Battery ............................................... 543
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 544
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 546Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 547
Exterior Care.................................... 550
Accessories and Modifications ........ 553
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Continued
Maintenance
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
The tires on your vehicle m eet all U.S. Federal Safety
Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction,
and temperature performance according to Department of
Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these
gradings.
Quality grades can be found where applicable on th e tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and maximum section width.
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a
specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in
driving habits, service practi ces and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
■Uniform Tire Quality Grading
■Treadwear
1 Uniform Tire Quality Grading
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform
to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
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Maintenance
Climate Control System Maintenance
Air Conditioning
To ensure proper and safe operation, th e Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE
J2845) recommends that the refrigerant sy stem only be serviced by trained and
certified technicians.
Never repair or replace the air conditioning evaporator (cooling coil) with one
removed from a used or salvaged vehicle.
New replacement mobile air conditioning evaporators must be certified (and
labeled) as meeting SAE Standard J2842.
Dust and Pollen Filter
The climate control system is equipped wi th a dust and pollen filter that collects
pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The Maintenance MinderTM messages will let
you know when to replace the filter.
We recommend that you replace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.
1Climate Control System Maintenance
NOTICE
Vented refrigerant is harmful to the environmentM
To avoid refrigerant from venting, never replace the
evaporator with one re moved from a used or
salvaged vehicleM
Refrigerant in your vehicle

Index
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Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 235, 260
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 494
Accessories and Modifications ................. 553
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 169
AcuraLink .................................................. 410
AcuraWatch
TM..................................... 20, 446
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ........... 76, 459
Additives Coolant ................................................... 523
Engine Oil ................................................ 518
Washer .................................................... 526
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 518
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 163
Front Seats .............................................. 154
Head Restraints........................................ 158
Mirrors .................................................... 152
Rear Seat ................................................. 162
Steering Wheel ........................................ 149
Temperature .............................................. 92
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 171
Changing the Mode ................................ 171
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 172
Maintenance ........................................... 546
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 171
Sensors .................................................... 174
Synchronization Mode ............................. 173
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 171 Air Pressure
....................................... 535, 599
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ........................................ 42
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator.............................................. 49, 72
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ..................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 48
AM/FM Radio .................................... 190, 221
Android Auto ........................................... 270
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 494
Indicator.................................................... 71
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 266
Armrest ..................................................... 163
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 181
Audio System ............................................ 176
Adjusting the Sound........................ 188, 216
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 179
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................ 204, 263
CD .................................................. 192, 235
Display Setup .................................. 189, 217
Error Messages ........................................ 275
General Information ................................ 286
HDD ........................................................ 238
iPhone............................................. 258, 289
iPod ................................................ 195, 251
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 201, 235, 260 Pandora
®...................................... 198, 258
Reactivating ............................................ 180
Recommended CDs ................................ 287
Recommended Devices ........................... 289
Security Code ......................................... 180
Siri Eyes Free ........................................... 265
SiriusXM ® Radio ...................................... 224
Song By VoiceTM (SBV) ............................. 254
Theft Protection ...................................... 180
USB Adapter Cable ................................. 177
USB Flash Drives...................... 201, 260, 289
USB Port ................................................. 178
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 184
Authorized Manuals ................................ 607
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 123
Customize ...................................... 101, 323
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 143
Automatic Lighting .................................. 140
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 179
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 92
Average Speed ........................................... 93
B
Battery...................................................... 543
Charging System Indicator ................ 70, 588
Jump Starting ......................................... 582
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 543
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 544
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 168
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Index
Blind spot information System................ 439
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 204, 263
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 339, 368
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 64
Brake System ............................................ 492
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 494
Brake Assist System................................. 495
Fluid ....................................................... 526
Foot Brake .............................................. 493
Indicator ........................................... 68, 590
Parking Brake.......................................... 492
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 68
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 148
Built-in Key ............................................... 109
Bulb Replacement .................................... 527
Back-Up Light ......................................... 530
Fog Lights ............................................... 527
Front Turn Signal, Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 527
Headlights .............................................. 527
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 531
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 531
Rear Turn Signal Light ............................. 528
Taillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 528
Bulb Specifications ................................... 598
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 65 Carrying Cargo
.................................. 421, 423
CD Player ........................................... 192, 235
Center Pocket ........................................... 167
Certification Label .................................... 600
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 527
Charging System Indicator ................. 70, 588
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 122
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 64
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 59
Larger Children .......................................... 63
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 122
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 550
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 547
Client Service Information ....................... 608
Climate Control System ............................ 171
Changing the Mode ................................ 171
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 172
Maintenance ........................................... 546
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 171
Sensors .................................................... 174
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 171
Clock .......................................................... 106 CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 449
Coat Hook ................................................. 169
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 449
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 572, 599
Compass ...................................................... 93
Console Compartment ............................. 166
Controls ..................................................... 105
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 523
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 524
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 523
Overheating ............................................ 586
Creeping ................................................... 432
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 498
Cup Holders .............................................. 168
Customized Features .................. 95, 304, 310
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 142
Dead Battery ............................................. 582
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 172
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 601
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 139
Rearview Mirror....................................... 152
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 519
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 138
Door Mirrors ............................................. 153
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Index
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 110
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 588
Lower Anchors ........................................... 57
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 423
M
Maintenance............................................ 507
Battery .................................................... 543
Brake Fluid .............................................. 526
Cleaning ................................................. 547
Climate Control System .......................... 546
Coolant .................................................. 523
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 511
Oil .......................................................... 519
Precautions ............................................. 508
Radiator .................................................. 524
Remote Transmitter ................................ 544
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 527
Safety ..................................................... 509
Service Items ........................................... 514
Tires........................................................ 534
Transmission Fluid ................................... 525
Under the Hood ...................................... 516
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 70, 589
Map Lights ................................................ 165
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 423
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 88
Mirrors ...................................................... 152
Adjusting ................................................ 152 Door ........................................................ 153
Exterior .................................................... 153
Interior Rearview ..................................... 152
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 553
Moonroof .................................................. 134
MP3 ................................... 192, 201, 235, 260
Multi-Information Display ......................... 89
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 501
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 600
O
Odometer.................................................... 92
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 518
Adding .................................................... 520
Checking ................................................. 519
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 512
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 69, 588
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 518
Viscosity .................................................. 518
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 207
Open Source Licenses ............................... 302
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 517
Moonroof ................................................ 134
Power Windows ...................................... 131
Trunk ...................................................... 124 Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 135
Outside Temperature ................................. 92
Adjusting .................................................. 92
Overheating .............................................. 586
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ............ 18
Pandora ®......................................... 198, 258
Panic Mode ............................................... 130
Parking ...................................................... 496
Parking Brake ........................................... 492
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 68, 590
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 139
Power Windows ....................................... 131
Precautions While Driving ....................... 431
Rain ........................................................ 431
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 557
R
Radar Sensor............................................. 491
Radiator .................................................... 524
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 190, 221
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 224
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 191, 222
Range .......................................................... 93
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