winter tires Acura ILX Hybrid 2013 Owner's Manual

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.

259
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 260Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 261Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 262
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 263
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 268Opening the Hood ........................... 269
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 270
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 272
Oil Check ......................................... 273
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 274
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter . 275Engine Coolant ................................ 277
Transmission Fluid ............................ 279
Brake Fluid ....................................... 280
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 281
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 282Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades.......................................... 292Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 294
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 295
Tire Labeling .................................... 295DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 297
Wear Indicators ............................... 299
Tire Service Life ................................ 299
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 300
Tire Rotation .................................... 301
Winter Tires ..................................... 302
12 Volt Battery.................................. 303
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 304Climate Control System Maintenance...... 305Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 306
Exterior Care.................................... 308

302
uuChecking and Maintaining TiresuWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter TiresIf driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked M+S tires, snow tires,
or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles when
driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season tires when necessary or according to the
law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
•Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
•Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
•Install them on the front tires only.
•Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
•Follow the chain manufacturer's instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
•Check that the chains do not touch the brake lines or suspension.
•Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1032
1Winter TiresNOTICETraction devices that are the wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle's brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer's instructions regarding vehicle
operational limits.
3
WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner's
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.

363Index
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 61
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 73
Seat Heaters............................................. 145
Seats.......................................................... 135
Adjusting ................................................ 135
Front Seats.............................................. 135
Seat Heaters ........................................... 145
Security System
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 78
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 79
SEL/RESET Button....................................... 87
Select Lever........................................ 18, 231
Operation ......................................... 18, 232
Releasing ................................................ 333
Won’t Move ........................................... 333
Selecting a Child Seat................................ 58
Selector Knob (Audio)............................. 155
Setting the Clock...................................... 104
Shift Lever.......................................... 18, 231
Shift Lever Position Indicator.................... 72
Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 231
Shifting..................................................... 231
Shoulder Anchor........................................ 36
Side Airbags............................................... 46
Cutoff System ........................................... 48
Off Indicator ............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 49SMS Text Message............................ 201, 213
Snow Tires................................................. 302
Spare Tire Kit (Optional).......................... 313
Spark Plugs................................................ 346
Specifications............................................ 346
Specified Fuel.................................... 254, 346
Speedometer.............................................. 86
SRS Airbags (Airbags)................................. 39
Starting the Engine.................................. 226
Does Not Start ......................................... 328
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 124
Jump Starting .......................................... 331
Steering Wheel................................. 124, 132
Adjusting................................................. 132
Stopping.................................................... 249
Summer Tires............................................ 302
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........ 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel)... 2, 3
System Message Indicator.......................... 76
TTachometer................................................. 86
Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 79
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 79
Outside Temperature ................................. 90
Temperature Sensor................................... 90
Text Message.................................... 201, 213
Time (Setting)........................................... 104Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)..................................................... 242
Indicator............................................ 76, 339
Tire Repair Kit........................................... 313
Tires........................................................... 294
Air Pressure ..................................... 295, 347
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 294
Inspection ............................................... 294
Labeling .................................................. 295
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 313
Regulations ............................................. 297
Rotation .................................................. 301
Spare Tire Kit (Optional) .......................... 313
Summer .................................................. 302
Tire Chains .............................................. 302
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 313
Wear Indicators ....................................... 299
Winter..................................................... 302
Tools.......................................................... 312
Towing a Trailer....................................... 225
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 225
Emergency .............................................. 343
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System).................................................... 242
Indicator............................................ 76, 339
Transmission............................................. 231
Automatic ............................................... 231
Fluid ........................................................ 279
Number................................................... 348
Shift Lever Position Indicator...................... 72
Trip Meter................................................... 89

364Index
Troubleshooting....................................... 311
Blown Fuse ...................................... 340, 341
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 23
Emergency Towing .................................. 343
Engine Does Not Start.............................. 328
Noise When Braking .................................. 23
Overheating............................................. 334
Premium Gasoline.................................... 254
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 313
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 22, 112
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 333
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Trunk......................................................... 114
Lid ........................................................... 114
Light Bulb ................................................ 346
Turn Signals............................................... 126
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 77UUnlocking the Doors................................. 107
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside......................................................... 15
USB Adapter Cable........................... 152, 153
USB Flash Drives........................................ 186
Using the Keyless Access System.............. 108VVanity Mirrors............................................... 5Vehicle Identification Number................ 348
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®).................. 240
Off Button............................................... 241
Off Indicator.............................................. 74
System Indicator ........................................ 74
Viscosity (Oil).................................... 272, 347
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 240
WWallpaper......................................... 100, 157
Wallpaper Setup....................................... 178
Warning and Information Messages......... 81
Warning Indicator On/Blinking............... 336
Warning Labels........................................... 67
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately).............................................. 353
Watts......................................................... 346
Wear Indicators (Tire).............................. 299
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)........... 324
Window Washers..................................... 130
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 281
Switch ..................................................... 130
Windows (Opening and Closing)............ 120
Windshield................................................ 130
Cleaning ................................................. 309
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 147
Washer Fluid ........................................... 281
Wiper Blades ........................................... 292
Wipers and Washers................................ 130Winter Tires.............................................. 302
Snow Tires .............................................. 302
Tire Chains.............................................. 302
Wipers and Washers................................ 130
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades . 292
WMA................................................. 165, 173
Worn Tires................................................ 294
XXM® Radio................................................ 163