2013 Acura ILX oil viscosity

245Driving
Fuel EconomyImproving Fuel EconomyFuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your
driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and
other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
multi-information display.
•Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
•Maintain the specified tire pressure.
•Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
•Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles drivenGallons of
fuelMiles per
Gallon
100L per 100 km Kilometers
driven Liters of
fuel

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduRecommended Engine Oil
Maintenance
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine's
performance and longevity. If you drive the
vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil,
the engine may fail or be damaged.
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving
and that it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Use a Genuine Acura Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for
the ambient temperature as shown.
■Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal
and is the specified viscosity grade.•Genuine Acura Motor Oil
•Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the
container.
1Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact,
they may adversely affect the engine performance
and durability.
Ambient Temperature

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1.Park the vehicle on level ground.
2.Remove the transmission filler bolt and
washer. Carefully feel inside the bolt hole
with your fingers.
uCheck if the fluid level is up to the edge
of the bolt hole.
3.If the fluid level is not up to the edge of the
bolt hole, add Acura Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF) until it runs out of the hole.
4.Put a new washer on the filler bolt, then
reinstall the filler bolt.
uTightening torque:
33 lbf∙ft (44 N∙m, 4.5 kgf∙m)■Manual Transmission FluidSpecified fluid: Acura Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
1Manual Transmission Fluid
If Acura MTF is not available, you may use the API
certificated SAE 0 W-20 or 5 W-20 viscosity motor oil
as a temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does
not contain the proper additives for the transmission
and continued use can cause decreased shifting
performance and lead to transmission damage.

347Index
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 100
Remote Transmitter .................................. 95
Types and Functions.................................. 93
Won’t Turn ............................................... 17
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission)...... 221LLanguage (HFL)........................................ 180
LATCH (Child Seats)................................... 53
Lights................................................ 114, 274
Automatic............................................... 115
Bulb Replacement ................................... 274
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 117
Fog Lights ............................................... 117
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 70
Interior.................................................... 131
Light Switches......................................... 114
Lights On Indicator.................................... 70
Turn Signals ............................................ 114
Limitations for Manual Operation.......... 180
Load Limits............................................... 213
Locking/Unlocking..................................... 93
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 101
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 100
From Inside ............................................... 99
From Outside ............................................ 95
Keys.......................................................... 93
Using a Key............................................... 98
Lockout Prevention System....................... 98
Low Battery Charge................................. 320Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 67
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength.
94
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 64, 320
Lower Anchors............................................ 53
Lubricant Specifications Chart......... 330, 332
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 213
MMaintenance............................................. 247
Battery .................................................... 295
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 272
Cleaning.................................................. 298
Climate Control System ........................... 297
Coolant ................................................... 268
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 251
Oil ........................................................... 262
Precautions.............................................. 248
Radiator .................................................. 269
Remote Transmitter ................................. 296
Replacing Light Bulbs............................... 274
Safety ...................................................... 249
Service Items ........................................... 254
Tires ........................................................ 286
Transmission Fluid ................................... 270
Under the Hood ...................................... 256
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 65, 321
Manual Transmission................................ 226
Map Lights................................................ 131
Maximum Load Limit............................... 213Meters, Gauges........................................... 78
Mirrors...................................................... 121
Adjusting ................................................ 121
Door ....................................................... 122
Exterior ................................................... 122
Interior Rearview ..................................... 121
Modifications (and Accessories).............. 246
Moonroof................................................. 111
MP3................................................... 155, 163
Multi-Information Display......................... 79
Multi-View Rear Camera.......................... 242
NNumbers (Identification).......................... 334OOdometer................................................... 80
Oil (Engine)............................................... 261
Adding .................................................... 264
Checking................................................. 262
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 252
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 320
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 261
Viscosity .................................................. 261
Opening/Closing
Hood....................................................... 258
Moonroof ............................................... 111
Power Windows ...................................... 108
Trunk ...................................................... 102

350Index
Off Indicator .............................................. 68
System Indicator ........................................ 68
Viscosity (Oil)............................. 261, 331, 333
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 232WWallpaper.................................................. 147
Wallpaper Setup....................................... 168
Warning and Information Messages......... 73
Warning Indicator On/Blinking................ 320
Warning Labels........................................... 61
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately)............................................... 339
Watts................................................. 330, 332
Wear Indicators (Tire)............................... 291
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)............ 308
Window Washers...................................... 118
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 273
Switch ..................................................... 118
Windows (Opening and Closing)............. 108
Windshield................................................ 118
Cleaning .................................................. 301
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 137
Washer Fluid............................................ 273
Wiper Blades ........................................... 284
Wipers and Washers ................................ 118
Winter Tires............................................... 294
Snow Tires ............................................... 294
Tire Chains .............................................. 294Wipers and Washers................................. 118
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 284
WMA................................................. 155, 163
Worn Tires................................................ 286
XXM® Radio................................................ 153