2013 Acura ILX run flat

16Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected
(P 303)
Flat Tire
(P 305)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On (P 320)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won't Start
(P 311)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse
(P 324)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating
(P 318)
●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 (P 327)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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uuIndicatorsu
Continued
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
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.
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON.●Comes on if the tire pressure of any
of the tires becomes significantly
low.●Blinks for about one minute, and
then stays on if there is a problem
with the TPMS, or when a compact
spare tire is temporarily installed.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe
place, check tire pressures, and inflate the
tire(s) if necessary.●Blinks and remains on - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted
with a compact spare, get your regular tire
repaired or replaced and put back on your
vehicle as soon as you can.
U.S.
models
only

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
306Handling the Unexpected
1.Open the trunk floor lid.
2.Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take
the jack and wheel nut wrench out of the
tool case.
3.Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the
spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire.
4.Place a wheel block or rock in front and rear
of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
1Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
The shape of the tool case varies by model.
Spare Tire
Tool Case
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
308Handling 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
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.

349Index
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 43
SMS Text Message............................ 191, 203
Snow Tires................................................ 294
Spare Tire................................. 305, 331, 333
Spark Plugs....................................... 330, 332
Specifications........................................... 330
Specified Fuel........................... 243, 330, 332
SRS Airbags (Airbags)................................ 36
Starting the Engine.................................. 216
Does Not Start ........................................ 311
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 112
Jump Starting ......................................... 314
Steering Wheel........................................ 120
Adjusting ................................................ 120
Stopping................................................... 241
Summer Tires............................................ 294
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)....... 36
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel).................................................... 2, 3
System Message Indicator......................... 70TTemperature
Outside Temperature ................................ 81
Temperature Sensor................................ 139
Text Message.................................... 191, 203
Time (Setting)............................................. 92
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)..................................................... 234
Indicator ........................................... 69, 323Tires........................................................... 286
Air Pressure ............................. 287, 331, 333
Checking and Maintaining....................... 286
Inspection................................................ 286
Labeling .................................................. 287
Puncture (Flat Tire)................................... 305
Regulations ............................................. 289
Rotation .................................................. 293
Spare Tire ................................ 305, 331, 333
Summer .................................................. 294
Tire Chains .............................................. 294
Wear Indicators ....................................... 291
Winter ..................................................... 294
Tools.......................................................... 304
Towing a Trailer....................................... 215
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 215
Emergency .............................................. 327
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System).................................................... 234
Indicator ............................................ 69, 323
Transmission..................................... 222, 226
Automatic ............................................... 222
Fluid ................................................ 270, 271
Manual.................................................... 226
Number ................................................... 334
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 224
Shift Lever Position Indicator .............. 65, 223
Trip Meter................................................... 80
Troubleshooting....................................... 303
Blown Fuse ...................................... 324, 325
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 17Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 18
Emergency Towing .................................. 327
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 311
Noise When Braking .................................. 18
Overheating ............................................ 318
Premium Gasoline ................... 243, 330, 332
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 305
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 17, 100
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 317
Warning Indicators .................................... 64
Trunk......................................................... 102
Lid........................................................... 102
Light Bulb........................................ 330, 332
Turn Signals.............................................. 114
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 70
UUnlocking the Doors.................................. 95
Unlocking the Front Doors from
the Inside............................................ 10, 99
USB Adapter Cable........................... 142, 143
USB Flash Drives....................................... 176
Using the Keyless Access System............... 96VVanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number................ 334
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®).................. 232
Off Button............................................... 233