2014 Acura ILX keyless

317Handling the Unexpected
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

335Information
Devices that Emit Radio WavesThe following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in
operation.
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required
standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada
Standard, described below:As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.U.S. AcuraLinkAudio SystemBluetooth® AudioBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®HomeLink® Universal TransceiverImmobilizer SystemKeyless Access SystemTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)U.S. models only

346Index
Glass (care)................................................ 301
Glove Box.................................................. 132HHalogen Bulbs................................... 274, 276
Handling the Unexpected........................ 303
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 179
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 195
Automatic Transferring ............................ 193
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 193
HFL Buttons ............................................. 179
HFL Menus .............................................. 181
HFL Status Display.................................... 180
Making a Call .......................................... 198
Options During a Call .............................. 202
Phone Setup ............................................ 186
Receiving a Call ....................................... 201
Speed Dial ............................................... 196
Text Message................................... 191, 203
To Clear the System ................................. 194
To Create a Security PIN........................... 192
Hazard Warning Button............................... 2
Head Restraints......................................... 126
Headlights................................................. 114
Aiming .................................................... 274
Automatic Operation ............................... 115
Dimming ......................................... 114, 117
Operating ................................................ 114
Heaters (Seat)............................................ 135HFL (HandsFreeLink®)............................... 179
High-Beam Indicator.................................. 70
Hill Start Assist System............................. 219
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver............ 177
IIdentification Numbers............................ 334
Engine and Transmission ......................... 334
Vehicle Identification ............................... 334
Illumination Control................................. 119
Knob ....................................................... 119
Immobilizer System.................................. 106
Indicator.................................................... 71
Indicators.................................................... 64
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 67
Charging System ............................... 65, 320
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 72, 230
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 72, 229
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 25, 69
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 68, 322
Fog Light ................................................... 70
High-Beam ................................................ 70
Immobilizer System ................................... 71
Keyless Access System ............................... 72
Lights On .................................................. 70
Low Fuel ................................................... 67
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 64, 320
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 69, 234, 235
Maintenance Minder ............................... 251
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 65, 321Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 64, 322
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 27, 66
Security System Alarm............................... 72
Shift Lever Position.................................... 65
Side Airbag Off ................................... 46, 71
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 44, 67
System Message ....................................... 70
Transmission ............................................. 66
Turn Signal ............................................... 70
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 68, 232
VSA® OFF.......................................... 68, 233
Information.............................................. 329
Information Buttons............................ 79, 83
Instant Fuel Economy................................ 81
Instrument Panel........................................ 63
Brightness Control .................................. 119
Interior Lights........................................... 131
Interior Rearview Mirror......................... 121
Internet Radio.......................................... 161
iPhone®..................................................... 176
iPod®......................................................... 158
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 308
Jump Starting........................................... 314KKey Number Tag........................................ 94

347Index
Keyless Access System................................ 96
Keyless Lockout Prevention....................... 98
Keys............................................................. 93
Lockout Prevention ................................... 98
Number Tag.............................................. 94
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 ............................................... 99From Outside............................................. 95
Keys .......................................................... 93
Using a Key ............................................... 98
Lockout Prevention System........................ 98
Low Battery Charge.................................. 320
Low 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 ................................... 270Under the Hood ...................................... 256
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 65, 321
Manual Transmission............................... 226
Map Lights................................................ 131
Maximum Load Limit............................... 213
Meters, 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

349Index
Shifting (Transmission).................... 222, 226
Shoulder Anchor........................................ 30
Side Airbags............................................... 40
Cutoff System ........................................... 42
Off Indicator ............................................. 42
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, 203Time (Setting)............................................. 92
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)..................................................... 234
Indicator ............................................ 69, 323
Tires........................................................... 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, 223Trip Meter................................................... 80
Troubleshooting....................................... 303
Blown Fuse...................................... 324, 325
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 17
Buzzer 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............... 96