light Acura ILX Hybrid 2013 Owner's Manual
[x] Cancel search | Manufacturer: ACURA, Model Year: 2013, Model line: ILX Hybrid, Model: Acura ILX Hybrid 2013Pages: 365, PDF Size: 8.63 MB
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ContentsThis owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these
features.
This owner's manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
2Safe Driving P. 27For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 392Instrument Panel P. 69Indicators P. 70 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 862Controls P. 103Setting the Clock P. 104 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 105
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 123
Adjusting the Seats P. 135 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 1412Features P. 151Audio System P. 152 Audio System Basic Operation P. 155
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
* P. 187
2Driving P. 219Before Driving P. 220 Towing a Trailer P. 225
Multi-View Rear Camera
* P. 253 Refueling P. 254
2Maintenance P. 259Before Performing Maintenance P. 260 Maintenance Minder
TM P. 263
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 292
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 305
2Handling the Unexpected P. 311Tools P. 312 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 313
Overheating P. 334 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 3362Information P. 345Specifications P. 346 Identification Numbers P. 348
Emissions Testing P. 351 Warranty Coverages P. 353
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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
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3Quick Reference Guide
❙Wipers/Washers
(P 130)
❙Cruise Control Buttons
(P 237)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down)
(P 234)
❙Remote Audio Control Buttons
(P 159)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift up)
(P 234)
❙SEL/RESET Button
(P 87)
❙
(Information) Button
(P 87)
❙Brightness Control
(P 131)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals
(P 126)
❙Fog Lights
(P 129)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)❙Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P 189)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons
*
() See the Navigation System Manual
* Not available on all models
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5Quick Reference Guide
❙Side Airbags
(P 46)
❙Ceiling Light
(P 141)
❙Side Curtain Airbags
(P 49)
❙Coat Hook
(P 144)
❙Grab Handle
❙Moonroof Switch
(P 123)
❙Seat Belts
(P 32)
❙Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat
(P 63)
❙LATCH to Secure a Child Seat
(P 59)
❙Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat)
(P 61)
❙Rear Seat
❙Front Seat
(P 135)
❙Sun Visors❙Vanity Mirrors
❙Map Lights
(P 141)* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
6Quick Reference Guide
❙Maintenance Under the Hood
(P 268)
❙Windshield Wipers
(P 130, 292)
❙Headlights
(P 126, 282)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking/
Side Marker Lights
(P 126, 286, 287)
❙Tires
(P 294, 313)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control
(P 107)
❙Power Door Mirrors
(P 134)
❙Fog Lights
(P 129, 284)
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7Quick Reference Guide
❙Trunk Release Button
(P 115)
❙Back-Up Lights
(P 290)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera
* (P 253)
❙Brake/Taillights
(P 288)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights
(P 288)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights
(P 288)
❙High-Mount Brake Light
(P 291)
❙How to Refuel
(P 255)
❙Opening/Closing the Trunk
(P 114)
❙Emergency Trunk Release Lever
(P 117)
* Not available on all models
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13Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P69)
Canada
ECO
N
Gauges
(P86)
/Multi-Information Display
(P87)
/System Indicators
(P70)
System Indicators
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA®) System
Indicator
VSA® OFF IndicatorElectric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator
Lights Reminders
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator Immobilizer System
IndicatorSeat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
System Message
Indicator Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red)Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off
Indicator Door and Trunk Open
Indicator
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator Low Fuel IndicatorLow Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators Keyless Access System
Indicator
Charge/Assist Gauge
Security System Alarm Indicator
Fuel Gauge
Tachometer
Multi-Information Display
Speedometer
Shift Lever Position Indicator
Shift Indicator
Low Temperature Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator
Auto Idle Stop Indicator
IMA System Indicator
U.S.
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
CanadaU.S.
System Indicators
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14Quick Reference Guide
Controls
(P103)
ENGINE START/STOP
Button
(P124)
Press the button to change the vehicle's
power mode.
Turn Signals
(P126)
Lights
(P126)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
LeftLight Control Switches
Low BeamHigh Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers (P130)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
: Long Delay
: Short DelayMIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipePull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
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20Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P259)
Under t
he Hoo
d (P268)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.
●Check the 12 volt battery condition monthly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, slide the lever and lift up the
hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P282)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P292)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P294)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
●Check tire pressures regularly.
●Install snow tires for winter driving.
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22Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If
The power mode does not
change from VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) to ACCESSORY.
Why?
●The steering wheel may be locked.●Move the steering wheel left and right after
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button.
The power mode does not
change from ON to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Why?
The shift lever should be moved to
(P.
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?
This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?
Check if the childproof lock is in the
LOCK position. If so, open the rear
door with the outside door handle.
To cancel this function, push the lever
to the UNLOCK position.