2013 Acura ILX Hybrid run flat

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
314Handling the Unexpected
1.Open the trunk floor lid.
2.Take the kit out of the case.
uPlace the kit face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, and away from traffic. Do
not place the kit on its side.
1Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
When making a temporary repair, carefully read the
instruction manual provided with the kit.
In cold temperatures, the sealant may not flow easily.
In this situation, warm it up for five minutes before
using.

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
316Handling the Unexpected
4.Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket. Be careful not to pinch the
cord in a door or window.
5.Start the engine.
uKeep the engine running while injecting
sealant and air.
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6.Turn the selector switch to SEALANT/AIR.
7.Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.
uThe compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
8.When the sealant injection is complete
continue to add air.
9.After the air pressure reaches 32 psi (220
kPa), turn off the kit.
uTo check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
1Injecting Sealant and Air
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure using the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessary seal and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See an Acura dealer for a replacement sealant bottle
and proper disposal of an empty bottle.
3
WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
SEALANT/AIR side
Pressure Gauge
ON
OFF

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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
You can use the kit to inflate a non-punctured under-inflated tire.
1.Open the trunk floor lid.
2Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair
the Flat Tire P. 313
2.Remove the kit from the case.
uPlace the kit on flat ground near the tire
to be inflated, away from traffic.
3.Remove the air only hose from the kit.
4.Remove the valve cap.
5.Attach the air only hose onto the tire valve
stem. Screw it until it is tight.
■Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
1Inflating An Under-inflated TireNOTICEDo not operate the tire repair kit compressor for
more than 15 minutes. The accessory power socket
and compressor can overheat and become
permanently damaged.
Air Only Hose
Valve CapValve StemAir Only Hose

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
320Handling the Unexpected
6.Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket. Be careful not to pinch the cord in
a door or window.
7.Start the engine.
uKeep the engine running while injecting
air.
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8.Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
9.Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.
uThe compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.
10.Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
11.Turn off the kit.
uCheck the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
uIf overinflated, press the pressure relief
button.
12.Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
13.Unscrew the air only hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
14.Repackage and properly stow the kit.
1Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
3
WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
AIR ONLY
side
ON
Pressure Relief Button

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
322Handling the Unexpected
1.Open the trunk.
2.Open the spare tire cover.
3.Turn the anchor bolt left to remove the bolt
and adapter.
4.Pull the spare tire and cover toward you to
take the tire out.
5.Move the jack to the left to allow it to be
removed.
6.Pull up the trunk floor lid and take out the
wheel nut wrench from the tool case.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
1Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
The spare tire is stored at the back of the trunk,
behind the rear seat-backs.
Spare tire
Anchor Bolt and AdapterZip FastenerJack
lid
Tool Case

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
324Handling the Unexpected
1.Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2.Turn the end bracket (as shown in the
image) clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point.
uMake sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3.Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.
■How to Set Up the Jack
1How to Set Up the Jack
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or
their shape may not match.
The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely.•Do not use while the engine is running.•Use only where the ground is firm and level.•Use only at the jacking points.•Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.•Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.
3
WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.
Jack
Handle
BarWheel Nut
Wrench as Jack Handle

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
326Handling the Unexpected
1.Securely store the jack, and put wheel nut
and wrench back in the tool case.
2.Put the flat tire in the storage bag provided
with your vehicle.
3.Place it on the passenger side of the trunk
floor lid.
■Storing the Flat Tire
1Storing the Flat Tire
The flat tire should be positioned towards the
passenger side due to trunk configuration. Avoid
storing it forcefully against the trunk sides.

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