rear view mirror Acura ILX Hybrid 2013 Owner's Manual

Visual Index
4Quick Reference Guide
❙Door Mirror Controls
(P 134)
❙Parking Brake
(P 245)
❙Rearview Mirror
(P 133)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch
(P 112)
❙Power Window Switches
(P 120)
❙Driver's Front Airbag
(P 42)
❙Seat Heater Switches
*
(P 145)
❙Trunk Release
(P 114)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Handle
(P 255)
❙Hood Release Handle
(P 269)
❙Interior Fuse Box
(P 341)
❙Passenger's Front Airbag (P 42)❙USB Adapter Cable
(P153 )
❙Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission
(CVT)
(P 231)
❙Glove Box
(P 142)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P 144)❙Auxiliary Input Jack
(P 153)

103
Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock.............................. 104
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 105
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength......................................... 106
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .......................................... 107
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 111
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 112
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 113
Opening and Closing the Trunk....... 114
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 118Security System Alarm...................... 118
Opening and Closing the Windows.... 120
Opening and Closing the Moonroof... 123Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 124
Turn Signals ..................................... 126
Light Switches.................................. 126
Fog Lights ........................................ 129
Daytime Running Lights ................... 129
Wipers and Washers ........................ 130
Brightness Control ........................... 131
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button...132
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 132Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 133
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 134
Adjusting the Seats
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 135
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items
Interior Lights .................................. 141
Interior Convenience Items .............. 142
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 146
Synchronized Mode .............................. 148
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 149

133Controls
Adjusting the MirrorsInterior Rearview MirrorAdjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.
Flip the tab to switch the position.
The night position will help to reduce the glare
from headlights behind you when driving
after dark.
When driving after dark, the automatic
dimming rearview mirror reduces the glare
from headlights behind you. Press the auto
button to turn this function on and off. When
activated, the auto indicator comes on.■Rearview Mirror with Day and Night Positions
*
1Adjusting the Mirrors
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
2Adjusting the Seat Positions P. 135
Tab
Daytime
Position
Night PositionUp
Down■Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
*
1Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
*
The auto dimming function cancels when the shift
position is in
(R.
Sensor
Auto Button Indicator
* Not available on all models

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

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