radiator Acura ILX Hybrid 2013 Owner's Manual

67Safe Driving
Safety LabelsLabel LocationsThese labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer
for a replacement.
U.S. models Canadian models
Radiator CapU.S. models U.S. models only Dashboard
Canadian
models Doorjambs Sun Visor

268Maintenance
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Loop)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Transmission Fluid
Dipstick
(Yellow Loop)
12 Volt Battery
Engine Coolant Reservoir
Radiator Cap

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduEngine Coolant
Continued
Maintenance
Engine CoolantThis coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1.Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
2.If the coolant level is below the MIN mark,
add the specified coolant until it reaches
the MAX mark.
3.Inspect the cooling system for leaks.Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2■Reserve Tank
1Engine CoolantNOTICEIf temperatures consistently below -22°F (-30°C) are
expected, the coolant mixture should be changed to
a higher concentration. Consult a dealer for more
information.
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result
in corrosion, causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed
and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle's coolant system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
MAX
MIN
Reserve Tank

uuMaintenance Under the HooduEngine Coolant
278Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2.Remove the engine compartment cover.
2Engine Compartment Cover P. 270
3.Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the coolant system.
Do not push the cap down when turning.
4.Push down and turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
5.The coolant level should be up to the base
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
6.Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
fully.
7.Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
■Radiator
1RadiatorNOTICEPour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Radiator Cap

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission FluidCheck the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1.Park on level ground, and start the engine.
2.Wait until the radiator fan starts and then
turn off the engine.
uPerform step 3 after waiting for about 60
seconds (less than 90 seconds).
3.Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the
transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth.
4.Insert the dipstick all the way back into the
transmission securely, as shown in the
image.
5.Remove the dipstick and check the fluid
level.
uIt should be between the upper and
lower marks in the HOT range.
6.If the level is below the lower mark, add
fluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to the
level between the upper and lower marks,
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) FluidSpecified fluid: Acura CVTF (continuously variable transmission fluid)
1Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) FluidNOTICEDo not mix Acura CVTF with other transmission
fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Acura CVTF
may adversely affect the operation and durability of
your vehicle's transmission, and damage the
transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acura CVTF is not covered by
Acura's new vehicle warranty.NOTICEPour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
Upper Mark
Lower Mark HOT
Range

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uuOverheatinguHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the ENGINE TOO
HOT message on the multi-information
display goes off.
uIf the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2.Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
uIf the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
uIf there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check if the ENGINE TOO
HOT message on the multi-information display appears again.
If it does not, resume driving. If it does, contact a dealer for repairs.
1How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
MIN
Reserve Tank

358Index
Maintenance (Checking the 12 Volt
Battery) .................................................. 303
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 304
Belts (Seat).................................................. 32
Beverage Holders...................................... 143
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 176
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 189
Booster Seats (For Children)....................... 65
Brake System............................................. 245
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 247
Brake Assist System ................................. 248
Brake System Indicator....................... 71, 338
Fluid ........................................................ 280
Foot Brake ............................................... 246
Indicator ............................................ 71, 338
Parking Brake .......................................... 245
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 131
Bulb Replacement..................................... 282
Back-Up Light Bulbs ................................. 290
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light
and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs ........... 288
Bulb Specifications ................................... 346
Fog Lights ................................................ 284
Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 286
Headlights ............................................... 282
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 291
Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs ............... 287
Rear License Plate Light............................ 291
CCarbon Monoxide Gas............................... 66
Carrying Cargo................................. 221, 223
CD Player................................................... 165
Certification Label.................................... 348
Changing Bulbs........................................ 282
Charge/Assist Gauge.................................. 86
Charging System Indicator................. 72, 336
Child Safety................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks............................. 112
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 117
Child Seat.................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 65
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 61
Larger Children ......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Using a Tether ........................................... 63
Childproof Door Locks............................. 112
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 308
Cleaning the Interior................................ 306
Client Service Information....................... 356
Climate Control System............................ 146
Changing the Mode ................................ 146
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 147
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 305
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 146Sensors ................................................... 149
Synchronized Mode ................................ 148
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 146
Clock......................................................... 104
Coat Hook................................................ 144
Compact Spare Tire (Optional)............... 321
Console Compartment............................. 142
Controls.................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 277
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 278
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 277
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 79
Overheating ............................................ 334
Creep Aid System..................................... 228
Creeping................................................... 230
Cruise Control.......................................... 237
Indicator ................................................... 80
Cup Holders.............................................. 143
Customized Features................................. 95
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 129
Dead Battery............................................ 331
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows................................................. 147
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 349
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 126
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 133
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 273

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

361Index
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 74, 240
VSA® OFF.......................................... 74, 241
Information.............................................. 345
Information Buttons............................ 87, 95
Instant Fuel Economy................................ 91
Instrument Panel........................................ 69
Brightness Control .................................. 131
Interior Lights........................................... 141
Interior Rearview Mirror......................... 133
Internet Radio.......................................... 171
iPhone®..................................................... 186
iPod®......................................................... 168JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 324
Jump Starting........................................... 331KKey Number Tag...................................... 106
Keyless Access System.............................. 108
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 110
Keys........................................................... 105
Lockout Prevention ................................. 110
Number Tag............................................ 106
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 112
Remote Transmitter ................................ 107
Types and Functions................................ 105
Won’t Turn ............................................... 22Kickdown.................................................. 230
LL Mode Operation.................................... 235
Language (HFL)......................................... 190
LATCH (Child Seats).................................... 59
Lights................................................. 126, 282
Automatic ............................................... 127
Bulb Replacement.................................... 282
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 129
Fog Lights................................................ 129
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 77
Interior .................................................... 141
Light Switches ......................................... 126
Lights On Indicator .................................... 77
Turn Signals............................................. 126
Limitations for Manual Operation.......... 190
Load Limits................................................ 223
Locking and Unlocking............................ 105
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 113
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 112
From Inside.............................................. 111
From Outside........................................... 107
Keys ........................................................ 105
Using a Key ............................................. 110
Lockout Prevention System...................... 110
Low Battery Charge (12 volt)................... 336
Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 73
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength.................................................. 106Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 75, 336
Low Temperature Indicator....................... 79
Lower Anchor............................................. 59
Lubricant Specifications Chart................. 346
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 223
MMaintenance............................................. 259
Battery .................................................... 303
Brake Fluid .............................................. 280
Cleaning ................................................. 306
Climate Control....................................... 305
Coolant ................................................... 277
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 263
Oil ........................................................... 272
Precautions ............................................. 260
Radiator .................................................. 278
Remote Transmitter ................................. 304
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 282
Safety...................................................... 261
Service Items ........................................... 266
Tires ........................................................ 294
Transmission Fluid ................................... 279
Under the Hood ...................................... 268
Maintenance MinderTM............................ 263
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 71, 337
Map Lights................................................ 141
Maximum Load Limit............................... 223
Meters, Gauges........................................... 86

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