battery location Acura ILX Hybrid 2013 Owner's Manual

Quick Reference Guide21
Handling the Unexpected
(P311)
Flat Tire
(P313)
●Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On (P336)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won't Start
(P328)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse
(P340)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating
(P334)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P343)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:■Keyless access remote
Use the keyless access remote to start and
stop the engine, to lock and unlock the doors
and to open the trunk.
There is a PANIC button in the remote
transmitter.
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the keyless access remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while
pressing the release button. To reinstall the
built-in key, push the built-in key into the
keyless access remote until it clicks.■Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2Immobilizer System P. 118
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the keyless access system may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Built-in Key
Release Button

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
*
Types of Tools .................................. 312
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 313
Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 321
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 328
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak ............................................. 329
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 330
Jump Starting.................................... 331
Shift Lever Does Not Move.............. 333Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 334
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 336If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 336
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 337If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On .................................................338If the EPS System Indicator Comes On... 338If the IMA Indicator Comes On ........ 339
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 339
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 340
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 342
Emergency Towing........................... 343

360Index
Locations ......................................... 340, 341GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 256
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Information ............................................. 254
Instant Fuel Economy ................................. 91
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Refueling ................................................. 254
Gauges......................................................... 86
Glass (care)................................................ 308
Glove Box.................................................. 142HHalogen Bulbs................................... 282, 283
Handling the Unexpected........................ 311
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 189
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 205
Automatic Transferring ............................ 203
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 203
HFL Buttons ............................................. 189
HFL Menus .............................................. 191
HFL Status Display.................................... 190
Making a Call .......................................... 208
Options During a Call .............................. 212
Phone Setup ............................................ 196
Receiving a Call ....................................... 211Speed Dial ............................................... 206
Text Message .................................. 201, 213
To Clear the System ................................ 204
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 202
Hazard Warning Button.............................. 2
Head Restraints........................................ 138
Headlights................................................. 126
Aiming .................................................... 282
Automatic Operation............................... 127
Dimming ......................................... 126, 129
Operating................................................ 126
Heaters (Seat)........................................... 145
HFL (HandsFreeLink®)............................... 189
High-Beam Indicator.................................. 77
Hill Start Assist System............................. 228
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver............ 187
IIdentification Numbers............................ 348
Engine and Transmission ......................... 348
Vehicle Identification ............................... 348
Illumination Control................................. 131
Knob ....................................................... 131
IMA Battery Charge Level Indicator/Power
Flow Monitor............................................ 93
IMA System Indicator................................. 77
Immobilizer System.................................. 118
Indicator.................................................... 78
Indicators.................................................... 70
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 73Auto Idle Stop........................................... 75
Brake System ............................................ 71
Charging System............................... 72, 336
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 80, 238
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 80, 237
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 31, 75
Door Open................................................ 31
ECON Mode ..................................... 80, 236
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................ 75, 338
Fog Light .................................................. 77
High-Beam................................................ 77
IMA System .............................................. 77
Immobilizer System ................................... 78
Keyless Access System............................... 79
Lights On .................................................. 77
Low Fuel ................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 75, 336
Low Temperature...................................... 79
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS .................... 76, 242
Maintenance Minder............................... 263
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 71, 337
Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 70, 338
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 33, 73
Security System Alarm............................... 79
Shift Lever Position.................................... 72
Side Airbag Off ................................... 52, 78
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 50, 74
System Message ....................................... 76
Transmission ............................................. 72
Turn Signal ............................................... 77