2014 Acura ILX S mode

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
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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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uuEngine Does Not StartuIf the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is WeakIf the beeper sounds, the TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR START BUTTON
message appears on the multi-information display, the indicator on the ENGINE
START/STOP button flashes, and the engine won’t start. Start the engine as
follows.
1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the A logo on the keyless
access remote while the indicator on the
ENGINE START/STOP button is flashing.
The buttons on the keyless access remote
should be facing you.
uThe indicator flashes for about 30
seconds.
2.Depress the brake pedal (automatic
transmission) or clutch pedal (manual
transmission) and press the ENGINE
START/STOP button within 10 seconds
after the beeper sounds and the indicator
stays on.
uIf you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.

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uuEngine Does Not StartuEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine StopIf you cannot stop the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button, do
either of the following operations:
•Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for three seconds.
•Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.
The steering wheel will not lock.
The power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF with the shift lever in
(P, and to
ACCESSORY with the shift lever in any position other than
(P.
The power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
1Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the engine to be switched
off.
Automatic transmission modelsManual transmission models

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Jump StartingTurn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.
1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's battery + terminal.
2.Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the assisting vehicle's + terminal.
uUse a 12-volt booster battery only.
3.Connect the second jumper cable to the
assisting vehicle's - terminal.■Jump Starting Procedure
1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3
WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
2.0 ℓ engine modelsBooster BatteryBooster Battery2.4 ℓ engine models

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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

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Shift Lever Does Not MoveFollow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the
(P
position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2.Remove the built-in key from the keyless
access remote.
3.Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver and remove the cover of the
shift lock release slot.
uPut the tip of the flat-tip screwdriver into
the slot and remove it as shown in the
image.
4.Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5.While pushing on the key, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift lever
into
(N.
uThe lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
■Releasing the LockAutomatic transmission models
CoverSlot
Release Button
Shift Lock Release Slot

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS or
the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator blinks for about one
minute, and then stays on.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire has triggered the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full
size tire. The indicator goes off after a while.
U.S. models
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or BlinksNOTICEDriving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
−
−
ABS/VSA Motor
30 A
ABS/VSA FSR
30 A
WIPER
30 A
Main Fuse
100 A
2
IG Main
50 A
Fuse Box Main 60 A
Fuse Box Main 2
60 A
Headlight Main 30 A
ST/MG SW
30 A
Rear Defogger 30 A
−−
Blower 40 A
−−
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3
−
−
4− −
5
Starter DIAG, ST MG
7.5 A
6− −
7
−
−
8− −
9
−
−
10 − −
*1:Models with halogen bulb low beam
headlights
*2:Models with discharge headlights11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 Fog Lights
*
(20 A)
13
−
−
14 Hazard 10 A
15
FI Sub
15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17
Stop
15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
−
−
20
Right Headlight Low Beam
*1
Right Headlight Low Beam (HID)
*2
10 A
15 A
21
IGP
15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23
Left Headlight Low Beam
*1
Left Headlight Low Beam (HID)
*2
10 A
15 A
24 − −
25
MG Clutch
7.5 A
26 WASHER 15 A
27
SMALL
20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29
Backup
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models