2013 Acura ILX Hybrid transmission

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)

18Quick Reference Guide
Driving
(P219)
Automatic Transmission (CVT) (P231 )
●Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the
engine.
●Shifting
M IndicatorShift Lever
Position
Indicator
Selected Speed
Number
Shift Down
(-
Paddle ShifterShift Up
(+
Paddle Shifter
Drive (S)Used for:•Better acceleration•Increased engine braking•Going up or down hills•Driving in the 7-speed manual shift mode•Driving in L modeDrive•Normal driving.•7-speed mode can be used temporarily.NeutralTransmission is not locked.ReverseParkTurn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Release Button
Shift Lever
Move the shift lever without pressing
the release button. Press the release button to move the
shift lever. Depress the brake pedal and press the
release button to move out of
(P.
●Pulling a paddle shifter temporarily
changes the mode from automatic
transmission (CVT) to 7-speed manual
shift mode. The selected speed
number is displayed in the shift
indicator.When the shift lever is in
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode
(P233)
●Allows you to manually shift the transmission up or down without
removing your hands from the steering wheel.●Pulling a paddle shifter changes the
mode from automatic transmission
(CVT) to 7-speed manual shift mode.
The M indicator and the selected
speed number are displayed in the
shift indicator.When the shift lever is in L (Low) Mode (P235)
●Use Low to get more power when
climbing steep hills.
●With the shift lever in
(S, pull the
(+
and
(- paddle shifters at the same
time until the shift indicator display
changes to L.

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uuIndicatorsu
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
—
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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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 220
Maximum Load Limit........................ 223
Towing a Trailer
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 225
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 226
Precautions While Driving................. 229
Automatic Transmission (CVT) .......... 230
Shifting ............................................ 231
ECON Button ................................... 236
Cruise Control ................................. 237
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System .. 240TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ... 242
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 243
Braking
Brake System ................................... 245
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 247
Brake Assist System.......................... 248Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 249
Auto Idle Stop ................................. 250
Multi-View Rear Camera
*................ 253
Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 254
How to Refuel ................................. 255
Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy .................. 256
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories ...................................... 257
Modifications................................... 257
* Not available on all models

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uuWhen DrivinguPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While DrivingAvoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine,
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.■In Rain■Other Precautions
1Precautions While DrivingNOTICEDo not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK) while driving, the engine will shut down
and all steering and brake power assist functions will
stop, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
(N, as you will lose
engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
NOTICEFollowing can damage the under spoiler:•Parking the vehicle by a parking block•Parallel parking along the road shoulder•Driving towards the bottom of a hill•Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)•Driving on a rutted or bumpy road•Driving on a road with potholes

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uuWhen DrivinguAutomatic Transmission (CVT)
Driving
Automatic Transmission (CVT)The engine runs at a higher idle speed and creeping increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower ratio, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed.
Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and curves.■Creeping■Kickdown

uuWhen DrivinguShifting
232Driving
■Shift Lever Operation
1Shift Lever OperationNOTICEWhen you change the shift lever from
(D to (R and
vice versa, come to a complete stop and keep the
brake pedal depressed.
Operating the shift lever before the vehicle has come
to a complete standstill can damage the transmission.
Use the shift lever position indicator to check the
lever position before pulling away.
Whichever position the shift lever is in when driving,
a blinking
(D indicator indicates a transmission
problem.
Avoid sudden acceleration and have the transmission
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
The fuel supply may be cut off if you drive at engine
speeds in or over the tachometer's red zone (engine
speed limit). If this happens, you may experience a
slight jolt.
It may not be possible to operate the shift lever if the
brake pedal is applied while the shift lever release
button is held down.
Depress the brake pedal first.
Shift Lever Position Indicator
Depress the brake pedal and press the shift lever
release button to shift.
Shift without pressing the shift lever release button.
Press the shift lever release button and shift.Tachometer's red zoneM (Sequential Shift mode)
Indicator/Gear Position Indicator

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uuWhen DrivinguShifting
Driving
Use the paddle shifters to change between 1st and 7th speeds without removing
your hands from the steering wheel. The transmission switches to the 7-speed
manual shift mode when you pull a paddle shifter while driving. This mode is useful
when engine braking is needed.■When the shift lever is in
(D:
The shift mode goes into the 7-speed manual shift mode temporarily, and the
number is displayed in the shift indicator.
The 7-speed manual shift mode is canceled automatically if you drive at constant
speed or accelerate, and the number in the shift indicator goes off.
You can also cancel this mode by pulling the
(+ paddle shifter for a few seconds.
The 7-speed manual shift mode is especially useful when reducing the vehicle speed
temporarily before making a turn.
■When the shift lever is in
(S:
The shift mode goes into the 7-speed manual shift mode. The (M indicator and the
speed number are displayed in the shift indicator. As the vehicle speed slows down,
the transmission automatically shifts down accordingly. When the vehicle comes to
a stop, it automatically shifts down into 1st.
If the vehicle speed increases and the engine speed reaches near the tachometer's
red zone, the transmission automatically shifts up.
You can only pull away in 1st speed.
When canceling out of the 7-speed manual shift mode, move the shift lever from
(S
to
(D. When the 7-speed manual shift mode is cancelled, the M indicator and shift
indicator go off.
■7-Speed Manual Shift Mode
17-Speed Manual Shift Mode
In the 7-speed manual shift mode, the transmission
shifts up or down by operating either paddle shifter
under the following conditions:
Shift Up: The engine speed reaches the lowest
threshold of the higher speed position.
Shift Down: The engine speed reaches the highest
threshold of the lower speed position.
When the engine speed reaches near the
tachometer’s red zone, the transmission shifts up
automatically.
When the engine speed reaches the lowest threshold
of the selected speed position, the transmission shifts
down automatically.
Operating the paddle shifters on slippery surfaces
may cause the tires to lock up. In this case, the 7-
speed manual shift mode is canceled and goes back
to the normal D driving mode.