2013 Acura ILX Hybrid engine

Quick Reference Guide21
Handling the Unexpected
(P311)
Flat Tire
(P313)
●Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On (P336)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won't Start
(P328)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse
(P340)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating
(P334)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P343)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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.

23Quick Reference Guide
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote
transmitter?
If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver's door?
The beeper sounds when:●The power mode is in ACCESSORY.●The exterior lights are left on.●The Auto Idle Stop is in operation.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?
The beeper sounds when:●Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.●The parking brake lever is not fully released.
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?
The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Is it possible to use
unleaded gasoline with a
Pump Octane Number
(PON) of 87 or higher on
this vehicle?
Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher
is recommended.
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic
knocking noise in the engine and will result in decreased engine
performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to
engine damage.

66Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas HazardCarbon Monoxide GasThe engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.■Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever
•The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
•The exhaust system may have been damaged.
•The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open,
open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below.
1.Select the fresh air mode.
2.Select the mode.
3.Set the fan speed to high.
4.Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.
1Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately after starting the engine.
3
WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.

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Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON, then
goes off.●Comes on if there is a problem with
the cooperative control with
regenerative brake.
●Stays on constantly - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer. Normal braking is not
affected.
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
●Comes on when you set the power
mode to ON, and goes off either
when the engine starts or after
several seconds if the engine is not
started. If “readiness codes” have
not been set, it blinks five times
before it goes off.●Comes on if there is a problem with
the emissions control system.●Blinks when a misfire in the engine's
cylinders is detected.
●Readiness codes are part of the on board
diagnostics for the emissions control
systems.
2Testing of Readiness Codes P. 351
●Comes on while driving - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer.●Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe place
where there are no flammable objects. Stop
the engine for 10 minutes or more, and
wait for it to cool down. Then, take the
vehicle to a dealer.
2If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks P. 337
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Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
12 Volt Battery
Charging System
Indicator
●Comes on when you set the power
mode to ON, and goes off when the
engine starts.●Comes on when the 12 volt battery is
not charging.
●Comes on while driving - Turn off the
climate control system and rear defogger in
order to reduce electricity consumption.
2If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 336
Shift Lever
Position Indicator
●Indicates current shift lever position.
2Shifting P. 231
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Transmission
Indicator
●Blinks if the transmission system has
a problem.
●Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden starts
and acceleration and have the vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
M (7-speed
manual shift
mode) Indicator/
Shift Indicator
●Comes on when the 7-speed manual
shift mode is applied.
27-Speed Manual Shift Mode P. 233
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Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
●Comes on when you set the power
mode to ON, and goes off when the
engine starts.●Comes on when the engine oil
pressure is low.
●Comes on while driving - Immediately
stop in a safe place.
2If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Comes On P. 336
Door and Trunk
Open Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds if you
set the power mode to ON, then
goes off.●Comes on if any door or the trunk is
not completely closed.
●Goes off when all doors and the trunk are
closed.
EPS (Electric
Power Steering)
System Indicator
●Comes on when you set the power
mode to ON, and goes off when the
engine starts.●Comes on if there is a problem with
the EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System.
●Stays on constantly or does not come
on at all - Have the vehicle checked by a
dealer.
2If the EPS System Indicator Comes On
P. 338
Auto Idle Stop
Indicator
●Blinks when Auto Idle Stop is in
operation. The engine automatically
shuts off.
2Auto Idle Stop P. 250
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Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON, then
goes off.●Comes on when the passenger side
airbag system is automatically shut
off.
●It does not mean there is a problem with
your side airbags.●Comes on when nobody is sitting in the
passenger seat - Have the vehicle checked
by a dealer.●Comes on when someone is sitting in
the seat - Have the passenger sit properly.
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you set the
power mode to ON, then goes off.●Comes on if the immobilizer system
cannot recognize the key
information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK),
then select the ON mode again.●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked
by a dealer.●Do not attempt to alter this system or add
other devices to it. Electrical problems can
occur.
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