remote start Acura ILX 2020 Owner's Guide

545
uuRemote Transmitter Care uReplacing the Button Battery
Maintenance
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
u As a convenience, lightly place masking
tape over the remote buttons to hold
them in place.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the transmitter.
3. Press down on the center of the assembly
and remove the battery.
u When removing the button battery, be
careful not to touch parts around it.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
The Remote transmitter is equipped with two
batteries: A standard replaceable CR2032 coin
button battery and an in tegral non-replaceable
rechargeable battery. To prevent permanent damage
to the rechargeable battery, replace the CR2032
battery every three to four years.
Models with remote control engine start system
Models with remote control engine start system
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
20 ACURA ILX-31TX66710.book 545 ページ ２０２０年４月１６日　木曜日　午後８時４６分

555
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 556
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 557
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 572
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 579
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 580
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 581
Jump Starting .................................... 582
Models with a compact spare tire
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 585
Overheating How to Handle Overheating............. 586
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On................................................ 588
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 588
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 589
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................. 590
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On......................... 590
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 591
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 592
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 594
Emergency Towing ........................... 595
20 ACURA ILX-31TX66710.book 555 ページ ２０２０年４月１６日　木曜日　午後８時４６分

579
Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 580
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 135
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 543●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 592
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.
2 Starting the Engine P. 426
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 128
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 88
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 594
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 595
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 582
20 ACURA ILX-31TX66710.book 579 ページ ２０２０年４月１６日　木曜日　午後８時４６分

580
uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Access Re mote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the multi-information display, and the ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes, and the engine won’t start, start the engine as follows:
1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the A logo on the keyless
access remote while the ENGINE START/
STOP button is flashing. The buttons on
the keyless access remo te should be facing
you.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
ENGINE START/STOP button changes
from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
20 ACURA ILX-31TX66710.book 580 ページ ２０２０年４月１６日　木曜日　午後８時４６分

Index
612
Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 235, 260
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 494
Accessories and Modifications ................. 553
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 169
AcuraLink .................................................. 410
AcuraWatch
TM..................................... 20, 446
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ........... 76, 459
Additives Coolant ................................................... 523
Engine Oil ................................................ 518
Washer .................................................... 526
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 518
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 163
Front Seats .............................................. 154
Head Restraints........................................ 158
Mirrors .................................................... 152
Rear Seat ................................................. 162
Steering Wheel ........................................ 149
Temperature .............................................. 92
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 171
Changing the Mode ................................ 171
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 172
Maintenance ........................................... 546
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 171
Sensors .................................................... 174
Synchronization Mode ............................. 173
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 171 Air Pressure
....................................... 535, 599
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ........................................ 42
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator.............................................. 49, 72
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ..................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 48
AM/FM Radio .................................... 190, 221
Android Auto ........................................... 270
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 494
Indicator.................................................... 71
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 266
Armrest ..................................................... 163
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 181
Audio System ............................................ 176
Adjusting the Sound........................ 188, 216
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 179
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................ 204, 263
CD .................................................. 192, 235
Display Setup .................................. 189, 217
Error Messages ........................................ 275
General Information ................................ 286
HDD ........................................................ 238
iPhone............................................. 258, 289
iPod ................................................ 195, 251
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 201, 235, 260 Pandora
®...................................... 198, 258
Reactivating ............................................ 180
Recommended CDs ................................ 287
Recommended Devices ........................... 289
Security Code ......................................... 180
Siri Eyes Free ........................................... 265
SiriusXM ® Radio ...................................... 224
Song By VoiceTM (SBV) ............................. 254
Theft Protection ...................................... 180
USB Adapter Cable ................................. 177
USB Flash Drives...................... 201, 260, 289
USB Port ................................................. 178
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 184
Authorized Manuals ................................ 607
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 123
Customize ...................................... 101, 323
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 143
Automatic Lighting .................................. 140
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 179
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 92
Average Speed ........................................... 93
B
Battery...................................................... 543
Charging System Indicator ................ 70, 588
Jump Starting ......................................... 582
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 543
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 544
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 168
20 ACURA ILX-31TX66710.book 612 ページ ２０２０年４月１６日　木曜日　午後８時４６分

614
Index
Doors......................................................... 108
Auto Door Locking .................................. 123
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 123
Door Open Indicator .................................. 31
Door Open Message .................................. 83
Keys ........................................................ 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 120
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 111
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 118
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 537
Driving ....................................................... 419
Braking .................................................... 492
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 432
Shifting Gear ........................................... 433
Starting the Engine .................................. 426
Driving Position Memory System ............. 150
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 432
Creeping ................................................. 432
Fluid ................................................ 525, 599
Kickdown ................................................ 432
Operating the Shift Lever ................... 18, 433
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 585
Shifting.................................................... 433
E
Elapsed Time ............................................... 93
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ............................................ 72, 590 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............. 437
Emergency ................................................ 595
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 603
Engine ....................................................... 600
Coolant ................................................... 523
Jump Starting .......................................... 582
Oil ........................................................... 518
Remote Engine Start................................ 428
Starting ................................................... 426
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 135
Engine Coolant ......................................... 523
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 524
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 523
Overheating ............................................ 586
Temperature Gauge .................................. 88
Engine Oil ................................................. 518
Adding .................................................... 520
Checking................................................. 519
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 512
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 588
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 518
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 135
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 72, 590
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 65
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 550
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 153F
Features.................................................... 175 Filters
Oil .......................................................... 521
Flat Tire ..................................................... 557
Floor Mats ................................................ 548
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 526
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 525
Engine Coolant ....................................... 523
Windshield Washer ................................. 526
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seat ................... 162
Foot Brake ................................................ 493
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 154
Adjusting ................................................ 154
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 489
Fuel ..................................................... 19, 503
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 505
Gauge ...................................................... 88
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 93
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Range ....................................................... 93
Recommendation.................................... 503
Refueling ................................................ 503
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 505
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 19, 504
Message ................................................. 589
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 19, 504
Fuses ......................................................... 592
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 594
Locations ........................................ 592, 593
20 ACURA ILX-31TX66710.book 614 ページ ２０２０年４月１６日　木曜日　午後８時４６分

616
Index
Indicators..................................................... 68
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .... 76, 77, 459
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 71
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 74
Blind spot information System ........... 79, 440
Brake System (Amber)................................ 68
Brake System (Red) ............................ 68, 590
Charging System ............................... 70, 588
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM (CMBSTM) ............................ 79, 80
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 72, 590
Fog Light ................................................... 74
Gear Position ............................................. 69
High Beam................................................. 74
Immobilizer System .................................... 75
Keyless Access System ............................... 75
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 78, 477
Lights On ................................................... 74
Low Fuel .................................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 69, 588
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..... 73, 442, 444, 591
Maintenance Minder ............................... 511
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 70, 589
Parking Brake and Brak e System ........ 68, 590
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 76
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 71
Security System Alarm ............................... 75
Sequential mode...................................... 436
Shift Lever Position .................................... 69
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 49, 72
System Message ........................................ 73 Transmission System.................................. 69
Turn Signal ................................................ 74
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 72, 437
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 73, 438
Information .............................................. 597
Information Screen .................................. 211
Instant Fuel Economy ................................. 93
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 148
Interface Dial ............................................ 206
Interior Lights ........................................... 164
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 152
iPhone ............................................... 258, 289
iPod ................................................... 195, 251
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 575
Jump Starting ........................................... 582
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 110
Keyless Access System .............................. 111
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 118
Keys ........................................................... 108
Lockout Prevention.................................. 118
Number Tag ............................................ 110
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 122
Remote Transmitter ................................. 116 Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 119, 428
Types and Functions................................ 108
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 432
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 474
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 57
License information ................................. 303
Lights ................................................ 139, 527
Automatic............................................... 140
Bulb Replacement ................................... 527
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 142
Fog Lights ............................................... 142
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 74
Interior.................................................... 164
Light Switches......................................... 139
Lights On Indicator .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................ 138
Limitations for Manual Operation .. 340, 370
Load Limits ............................................... 423
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 108
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 123
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 122
From Inside ............................................. 120
From Outside .......................................... 111
Keys........................................................ 108
Using a Key............................................. 117
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 118
Low Battery Charge ................................. 588
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
20 ACURA ILX-31TX66710.book 616 ページ ２０２０年４月１６日　木曜日　午後８時４６分

618
Index
RDS (Radio Data System).................. 191, 222
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 603
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ...................................................... 149
Rear Seat (Folding Down) ........................ 162
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 152
Refueling ................................................... 503
Fuel Gauge ................................................ 88
Gasoline .......................................... 503, 598
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Regulations ............................... 444, 537, 601
Remote Engine Start ................................ 428
Remote Transmitter .................................. 116
Replacement
Battery..................................................... 544
Bulbs ....................................................... 527
Fuses ............................................... 592, 593
Tires ........................................................ 540
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 532
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 602
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 92
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .......... 484
On and Off .............................................. 486
S
Safe Driving ................................................. 27
Safety Labels ............................................... 66
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 36 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking................................................... 38
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 59
Pregnant Women ...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 71
Seat Heaters .............................................. 170
Seats .......................................................... 154
Adjusting ................................................ 154
Front Seats .............................................. 154
Rear Seat................................................. 162
Seat Heaters ............................................ 170
Security System ......................................... 128
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 75
Select Lever ......................................... 18, 433
Operation.......................................... 18, 434
Releasing................................................. 585
Won’t Move ............................................ 585
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 56
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 183
Sequential Mode ...................................... 435
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 436
Setting the Clock ...................................... 106
Shift Lever ........................................... 18, 433
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............ 69, 434
Shift Lever Positions ................................. 433
Shifting (Transmission) ............................. 433
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 36 Side Airbags
............................................... 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 224
SMS Text Message ............................ 351, 363
Snow Tires ................................................ 542
Spare Tire ................................................. 599
Spark Plugs ............................................... 598
Specifications ........................................... 598
Specified Fuel ................................... 503, 598
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 42
Starting the Engine .................................. 426
Does Not Start ........................................ 579
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 135
Jump Starting ......................................... 582
Remote Engine Start ............................... 428
Steering Wheel ........................................ 149
Adjusting ................................................ 149
Stopping ................................................... 496
Summer Tires ............................................ 542
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) .. 4, 5
Synchronization Mode ............................ 173
System Message Indicator ......................... 73
T
Temperature Sensor................................ 174
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ....................... 558
Text Message .................... 351, 363, 403, 405
Time (Setting) ........................................... 106
20 ACURA ILX-31TX66710.book 618 ページ ２０２０年４月１６日　木曜日　午後８時４６分

619
Index
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 442
Indicator ........................................... 73, 591
Tires .......................................................... 534
Air Pressure..................................... 535, 599
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 534
Flat Tire (Puncture) .................................. 557
Inspection ............................................... 534
Labeling .................................................. 535
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 557
Regulations ............................................. 537
Rotation.................................................. 541
Spare Tire ............................................... 599
Summer .................................................. 542
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 558
Tire Chains.............................................. 542
Wear Indicators....................................... 539
Winter .................................................... 542
Tools ......................................................... 556
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 425
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 425
Emergency .............................................. 595
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 442
Transmission ............................................. 433
Automatic............................................... 433
Fluid ....................................................... 525
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 69
Number .................................................. 600
Sequential Mode..................................... 435
Shift Lever Position Indicator ................... 434 Trip Meter
................................................... 92
Troubleshooting ....................................... 555
Blown Fuse ...................................... 592, 593
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 24
Emergency Towing .................................. 595
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 579
Flat Tire/Puncture ..................................... 557
Noise When Braking .................................. 24
Overheating ............................................ 586
Premium Gasoline ........................... 503, 598
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 557
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 23, 122
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 585
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 124
Lid ........................................................... 124
Light Bulb ................................................ 598
Open Message .......................................... 83
Turn Signals .............................................. 138
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 74
Turn-by-Turn Directions ............................. 93
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 119, 428
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 111
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 12, 120
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 176, 177
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 289 USB Port
.................................................... 178
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 111
V
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 600
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA® ).............. 437
Off Button............................................... 438
Off Indicator.............................................. 73
System Indicator ........................................ 72
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 518, 599
Voice Control Operation .......................... 218
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 219
Voice Recognition ................................... 218
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM) .............. 437
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 214
Wallpaper Setup ....................................... 186
Warning and Info rmation Messages ......... 81
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 588
Warning Labels ........................................... 66
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 605
Watts ......................................................... 598
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 539
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 575
20 ACURA ILX-31TX66710.book 619 ページ ２０２０年４月１６日　木曜日　午後８時４６分