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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes FlatChanging a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full size tire repaired or
replaced.
1.Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery and apply the parking brake.
2.Move the shift lever in
(P.
2.Move the shift lever in (R.
3.Set the parking brake.
4.Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model.
Do not use them with another vehicle.
Do not use another type of compact spare tire or
wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
U.S. models only
Automatic transmission modelsManual transmission modelsAll models

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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1.Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
2.Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth.
3.Mount the compact spare tire.
4.Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the
lips around the mounting holes, and stop
rotating.
5.Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around,
tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order.
Wheel nut torque:
80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m)
■Replacing the Flat Tire
1Replacing the Flat Tire
Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
310Handling the Unexpected
1.Remove the center cap.
2.Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.
3.Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
4.Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case. Store the case in the
trunk.
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. CHECK TPMS
SYSTEM appears on the multi-information display, but this is normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the
multi-information display and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after
a few miles (kilometers).
■Storing the Flat Tire
1Storing the Flat Tire
3
WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Spacer
Cone Wing
Bolt
For compact spare tireFor
normal
tire■TPMS and the Spare TireU.S. models
1TPMS and the Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor the pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with a
tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind
the valve stem.

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uuJump Startingu
Handling the Unexpected
4.Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown.
Do not connect this jumper cable to any
other part.
5.If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6.Attempt to start your vehicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
1Jump Starting
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engine from starting.
2.0 ℓ engine models2.4 ℓ engine models

330Information
Specifications■Vehicle SpecificationsModel
Acura ILX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating
3,968 lbs (1,800 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
2,138 lbs (970 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
1,874 lbs (850 kg)
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant Type SP-10
2.0 ℓ engine models
■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Battery
■Washer FluidDisplacement
122 cu-in (1,997 cm
3)
Spark PlugsNGK DILZKR7B11GS
DENSO DXU22HCR-D11S
Fuel:
Type
Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Capacity/Type
38AH(5)/47AH(20)
Tank Capacity
U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.12 US qt (4.85 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs*1: Vehicle with discharge headlights
*2: Vehicle with halogen bulb low beam headlights
*3: Not available on all modelsHeadlights (Low Beam)
35W (D2S)
*1
55W (H11)
*2
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)Fog Lights
*3
55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal Lights 21W
Parking/Side Marker Lights
5W
Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight 21/5W
Back-Up Lights
16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W
High-Mount Brake Light
LED
Rear License Plate Light 5W
Trunk Light
5W
Interior Lights
Map Lights LED
Ceiling Light 8W
Foot light
1.4W
Glove Box light LED
Vanity Mirror light
2W

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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Vehicle SpecificationsModel
Acura ILX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating
3,968 lbs (1,800 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
2,138 lbs (970 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
1,918 lbs (870 kg)
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant Type SP-10
2.4 ℓ engine models
■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Battery
■Washer FluidDisplacement
144 cu-in (2,354 cm
3)
Spark PlugsNGK ILZKR7B-11S
DENSO SXU22HCR11S
Fuel:
Type
Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Capacity/Type
38AH(5)/47AH(20)
Tank Capacity
U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.12 US qt (4.85 ℓ)
■Light BulbsHeadlights (Low Beam)
35W (D2S)
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Fog Lights
55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal Lights 21W
Parking/Side Marker Lights
5W
Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight 21/5W
Back-Up Lights
16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W
High-Mount Brake Light
LED
Rear License Plate Light 5W
Trunk Light
5W
Interior Lights
Map Lights LED
Ceiling Light 8W
Foot light
1.4W
Glove Box light LED
Vanity Mirror light
2W

344Index
Fluid ........................................................ 272
Foot Brake ............................................... 238
Indicator ............................................ 64, 322
Parking Brake .......................................... 237
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 119
Bulb Replacement..................................... 274
Back-Up Light Bulbs ................................. 282
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light
and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs ........... 280
Fog Lights ................................................ 276
Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 278
Headlights ............................................... 274
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 283
Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs ............... 279
Rear License Plate Light............................ 283
Bulb Specifications............................ 330, 332CCarbon Monoxide Gas................................ 60
Carrying Cargo.................................. 211, 213
CD Player........................................... 153, 155
Certification Label.................................... 334
Changing Bulbs......................................... 274
Charging System Indicator................. 65, 320
Child Safety................................................. 48
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 100
Child Seat.................................................... 48
Booster Seats ............................................. 59
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 50
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 51Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 55
Larger Children ......................................... 58
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 50
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 52
Using a Tether ........................................... 57
Childproof Door Locks............................. 100
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 300
Cleaning the Interior................................ 298
Client Service Information....................... 342
Climate Control System............................ 136
Changing the Mode ................................ 136
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 137
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 297
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 136
Sensors ................................................... 139
Synchronized Mode................................. 138
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 136
Clock............................................................ 92
Clutch Fluid............................................... 272
Coat Hook................................................. 134
Compact Spare Tire.................. 305, 331, 333
Console Compartment............................. 132
Controls....................................................... 91
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 268
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 269
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 268
Overheating ............................................ 318
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 221Cruise Control.......................................... 229
Indicator ................................................... 72
Cup Holders.............................................. 133
Customized Features................................. 83
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 117
Dead Battery............................................ 314
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows................................................. 137
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 335
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 114
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 121
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 262
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 114
Door Mirrors............................................. 122
Doors.......................................................... 93
Auto Door Locking.................................. 101
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 101
Door Open Indicator ........................... 25, 69
Keys.......................................................... 93
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Inside ................................................ 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ............................................. 95
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 289
Driving...................................................... 209
Automatic Transmission .......................... 221