fuses Acura ILX Hybrid 2013 Owner's Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 54 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 66 Safety Labels P. 67Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 114 Security System P. 118 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 120
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 124 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 133
Climate Control System P. 146Audio Error Messages
* P. 180 General Information on the Audio System P. 183
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 189
When Driving P. 226 Braking P. 245 Parking Your Vehicle P. 249
Fuel Economy P. 256 Accessories and Modifications P. 257Maintenance Under the Hood P. 268 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 282
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 294 12 Volt Battery P. 303 Remote Transmitter Care P. 304
Cleaning P. 306Engine Does Not Start P. 328 Jump Starting P. 331 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 333
Fuses P. 340 Emergency Towing P. 343Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 349 Reporting Safety Defects P. 350
Authorized Manuals P. 355 Client Service Information P. 356
Quick Reference Guide
P. 2
Safe Driving
P. 27
Instrument Panel
P. 69
Controls
P. 103
Features
P. 151
Driving
P. 219
Maintenance
P. 259
Handling the Unexpected
P. 311
Information
P. 345
Index
P. 357

257Driving
Accessories and ModificationsAccessoriesWhen installing accessories, check the following:
•Do not install accessories on the windshield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
•Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
side curtain airbags.
•Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2Fuses P. 340
•Before installing any electronic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a dealer inspect the final installation.ModificationsDo not modify your vehicle or use non-Acura components that can affect its
handling, stability, and reliability.
Overall vehicle performance can be affected. Always make sure all equipment is
properly installed and maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province,
territory, and local regulations.
1Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessories are recommended to
ensure proper operation on your vehicle.
3
WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner's
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.

311
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

328Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not StartChecking the EngineIf the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter condition
Checklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The 12 volt battery may be dead.
Check each of the items on the
right and respond accordingly.
Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness.●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Checking the 12 Volt Battery P. 303
●If the interior lights come on normally

2Fuses P. 340
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.
Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2Starting the Engine P. 226Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.2Immobilizer System P. 118Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2Fuel Gauge P. 86Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 342If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 343
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2Jump Starting P. 331

340Handling the Unexpected
FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
Booster Motor
40 A
ABS/VSA Motor
30 A
ABS/VSA FSR
30 A
WIPER
30 A
Main Fuse
100 A
2
IG Main
50 A
Fuse Box Main 60 A
Fuse Box Main 2
60 A
Headlight Main 30 A
ST/MG SW
*1
30 A
Rear Defogger 30 A
−−
Blower 40 A
−−
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3
−
−
4 IG Coil 2 15 A
5
Starter DIAG, ST MG
7.5 A
6 IG Coil 1 15 A
7
−
−
8− −
9
−
−
10 − −
*1: Models with halogen bulb low beam
headlights
*2: Models with discharge headlights11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 Fog Lights 20 A
13
IMA 1
7.5 A
14 Hazard 10 A
15
FI Sub
15 A
16 IG Coil 20 A
17
Stop
15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
IMA 2
10 A
20Right Headlight Low Beam
*1
Right Headlight Low Beam
(HID)
*2
10 A
15 A
21
IGP
15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23
Left Headlight Low Beam
*1
Left Headlight Low Beam
(HID)
*2
10 A
15 A
24 Booster SOL 15 A
25
MG Clutch
7.5 A
26 WASHER 15 A
27
SMALL
20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29
Backup
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps

341
uuFusesuFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.■Circuit protected and fuse rating■Interior Fuse BoxFuse Label
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
−
−
2
ACG
15 A
3
SRS
10 A
4
Fuel Pump
15 A
5
Meter
7.5 A
6
Power Window
7.5 A
7
VB SOL
*
7.5 A
8
Door Lock Motor 2 (Unlock)
15 A
9
Door Lock Motor 1 (Unlock)
15 A
10
−
−
11 Moonroof 20 A
12
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
*
(20 A)
13 Driver’s Power Seat Reclining*(20 A)
14
Seat Heaters
*
(15 A)
15Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Unlock)10 A
16
−
−
17 − −
18
−
−
19 ACC 7.5 A
20
ACC Key Lock
7.5 A
21 Daytime Running Lights 7.5 A
22
HAC
7.5 A
23 HYBRID A/C (7.5 A)
24
ABS/VSA
7.5 A
25 ACC (7.5 A)
26
−
−
27 Accessory Power Socket 20 A
28
−
−
29 ODS 7.5 A
30
Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Lock)
10 A
31 SMART 10 A
32
Door Lock Motor 2 (Lock)
15 A
33 Door Lock Motor 1 (Lock) 15 A
34
Small Lights
7.5 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
35 Illumination 7.5 A36
−
−
37 Premium Audio
*
(20 A)
38
Left Headlight High Beam
10 A
39 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
40
TPMS
*
(7.5 A)
41 Door Lock 20 A
42
Driver’s Power Window
20 A
43Rear Passenger’s Side Power
Window20 A
44
Front Passenger’s Side Power
Window
20 A
45Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window20 A
46
−
−
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

342
uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1.Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn the headlights and all
accessories off.
2.Remove the fuse box cover.
3.Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
uIf the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4.Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
uIf there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
1Inspecting and Changing FusesNOTICEReplacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 340 to 341.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
FuseBlown FuseFuse Puller

359Index
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 126
Doors........................................................ 105
Auto Door Locking.................................. 113
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 113
Door Open Indicator ........................... 31, 75
Keys........................................................ 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .................................................... 111
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 107
Lockout prevention system...................... 110
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 297
Driving...................................................... 219
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 230
Braking ................................................... 245
Cruise Control ........................................ 237
Shifting Speed Position ........................... 231
Starting the Engine ................................. 226
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 305EEco Assist System.......................................... 8
ECON Button............................................ 236
ECON Mode Indicator................................ 80
Elapsed Time.............................................. 91
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 75, 338
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............ 240
Emergency................................................ 343
Emergency Trunk Opener....................... 117Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)....... 351
Engine....................................................... 348
Coolant ................................................... 277
Jump Starting .......................................... 331
Oil ........................................................... 272
Starting ................................................... 226
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 125
Engine Compartment Cover.................... 270
Engine Coolant......................................... 277
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 278
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 277
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 79
Overheating ............................................ 334
Engine Oil................................................. 272
Adding .................................................... 274
Checking ................................................. 273
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 264
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 75, 336
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 272
ENGINE START/STOP Button.................... 124
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System............................................... 75, 338
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide)................................................. 66
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror............... 134
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 308
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 134
FFeatures..................................................... 151Filters......................................................... 305
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 305
Oil ........................................................... 275
Flat Tire..................................................... 313
Floor Mats................................................. 307
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 280
Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid ...................................................... 279
Engine Coolant ....................................... 277
Windshield Washer ................................. 281
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 77
Foot Brake................................................ 246
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 135
Adjusting ................................................ 135
Fuel...................................................... 19, 254
Economy ................................................. 256
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 91
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Range ....................................................... 91
Recommendation .................................... 254
Refueling................................................. 254
Fuel Economy........................................... 256
Fuel Economy Indicator......................... 9, 90
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 19, 255
Message.................................................. 337
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 19, 255
Fuses.......................................................... 340
Inspecting and Changing......................... 342

362Index
Mirrors....................................................... 133
Adjusting ................................................. 133
Door ........................................................ 134
Exterior .................................................... 134
Interior Rearview...................................... 133
Modifications (and Accessories)............... 257
Moonroof.................................................. 123
MP3.................................................... 165, 173
Multi-Information Display.......................... 87
Multi-View Rear Camera.......................... 253NNumbers (Identification).......................... 348OOdometer.................................................... 89
Oil (Engine)............................................... 272
Adding .................................................... 274
Checking ................................................. 273
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 264
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 75, 336
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 272
Viscosity .................................................. 272
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 269
Moonroof ................................................ 123
Power Windows ...................................... 120
Trunk....................................................... 114Operating the Switches Around the Steering
Wheel...................................................... 124
Outside Temperature
Adjusting .................................................. 90
Overheating.............................................. 334
PPaddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode)... 18
Pandora®................................................... 171
Panic Mode............................................... 119
Parking...................................................... 249
Parking Brake........................................... 245
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator............................................ 70, 338
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 51
Passing Indicators..................................... 126
Power Windows....................................... 120
Precautions While Driving....................... 229
Rain ........................................................ 229
Pregnant Women....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire).................................. 313, 321RRadiator.................................................... 278
Radio (AM/FM)......................................... 161
Radio (XM®).............................................. 163
Radio Data System (RDS)......................... 162
Range.......................................................... 91
RDS (Radio Data System)......................... 162Readiness Code (Emissions Testing)........ 351
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 132
Rearview Mirror....................................... 133
Refueling.................................................. 254
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 86
Gasoline ......................................... 254, 346
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 73
Regulations.............................. 243, 296, 349
Remote Transmitter................................. 107
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 303
Bulbs ...................................................... 282
Fuses .............................................. 340, 341
Tires........................................................ 300
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 292
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 350
Resetting a Trip Meter............................... 89
SSafe Driving................................................ 27
Safety Check............................................... 31
Safety Labels.............................................. 67
Safety Message.......................................... 25
Seat Belts.................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 35