2014 Acura ILX power steering fluid

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.■Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
1Wipers and WashersNOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.NOTICEIn cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a
single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor is equipped with a breaker that may
stop motor operation temporarily to prevent an
overload. Wiper operation will return to normal
within a few minutes, once the circuit has returned to
normal.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
MIST
INT: Low speed with
intermittent OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipePull to
use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay

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uuWhen DrivinguPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While DrivingAvoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine,
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.■In Rain■Other Precautions
1Precautions While DrivingNOTICEDo not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the transmission.NOTICEIf you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel on
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the engine will shut down and all steering
and brake power assist functions will stop, making it
difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
(N, as you will lose
engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.

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uuMaintenance Minder
TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
TM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items
1Maintenance Service Items•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message System Message
Indicator
Sub
Items Main
Item
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.CODE
Maintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil
*1
B
●Replace engine oil
*1 and oil filter
●Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system
#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections
#
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).CODE
Maintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2
●Replace air cleaner element
*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter
*3
●Inspect drive belt
3●Replace transmission fluid
4
●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
•The brake fluid is low.
•There is a malfunction in the brake system.■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
•If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
•If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
•Comes on when there is a problem with EPS.
•If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1If the Brake System Indicator Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution
system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.
U.S.
Canada

Index
343Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 239
Accessories and Modifications................ 246
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 134
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 268
Engine Oil ............................................... 261
Washer ................................................... 273
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 261
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 130
Front Seats.............................................. 123
Head Restraints ....................................... 126
Mirrors.................................................... 121
Rear Seat ................................................ 129
Steering Wheel ....................................... 120
Temperature ............................................. 81
Air Conditioning System (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
Air Pressure.............................. 287, 331, 333
Airbags....................................................... 33
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 39
After a Collision ........................................ 37Airbag Care ............................................... 47
Event Data Recorder .................................. 19
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 36
Indicator ........................................ 44, 67, 71
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 45
Sensors...................................................... 33
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 42
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 46
Side Airbags .............................................. 40
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 43
AM/FM Radio............................................ 151
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 239
Indicator .................................................... 67
Armrest..................................................... 130
Audio Remote Controls............................ 149
Audio System............................................ 142
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 150
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 143
Error Messages ........................................ 170
General Information ................................ 173
iPhone®................................................... 176
iPod®....................................................... 158
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 163
Pandora®................................................. 161
Reactivating............................................. 144
Recommended CDs ................................. 174
Recommended Devices ............................ 176
Security Code .......................................... 144
Theft Protection....................................... 144
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 143
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 176Audio/Information Screen....................... 146
Authorized Manuals................................ 341
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 101
Customize ................................................. 86
Automatic Lighting.................................. 115
Automatic Transmission........................... 221
Creeping ................................................. 221
Fluid ........................................................ 270
Kickdown ................................................ 221
Operating the Shift Lever................... 13, 223
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 317
Shifting ................................................... 222
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 143
Average Fuel Economy.............................. 81
Average Speed........................................... 82
BBattery...................................................... 295
Charging System Indicator................. 65, 320
Jump Starting .......................................... 314
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 295
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 296
Belts (Seat).................................................. 26
Beverage Holders..................................... 133
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 166
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 179
Booster Seats (For Children)...................... 59

345Index
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 289
Driving...................................................... 209
Automatic Transmission .......................... 221
Braking ................................................... 237
Cruise Control ........................................ 229
Shifting Gear .................................. 222, 226
Starting the Engine ................................. 216
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 297EElapsed Time.............................................. 81
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ........................................... 68, 322
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............ 232
Emergency................................................ 327
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)...... 337
Engine....................................................... 334
Coolant .................................................. 268
Jump Starting ......................................... 314
Oil .......................................................... 261
Starting................................................... 216
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 112
Engine Compartment Cover.................... 259
Engine Coolant........................................ 268
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 269
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 268
Overheating ............................................ 318
Temperature Gauge .................................. 78
Engine Oil................................................. 261
Adding ................................................... 264Checking ................................................. 262
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 252
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 64, 320
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 261
ENGINE START/STOP Button.................... 112
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System............................................... 68, 322
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).. 60
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror............... 122
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 300
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 122
FFeatures..................................................... 141
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 297
Oil ........................................................... 265
Flat Tire..................................................... 305
Floor Mats................................................. 299
Fluids
Automatic Transmission........................... 270
Brake/Clutch............................................ 272
Engine Coolant........................................ 268
Manual Transmission ............................... 271
Windshield Washer.................................. 273
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 70
Folding Down the Rear Seat.................... 129
Foot Brake................................................. 238
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 36Front Seats................................................ 123
Adjusting ................................................ 123
Fuel...................................................... 14, 243
Economy ................................................. 245
Gauge ....................................................... 78
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 81
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 67
Range ....................................................... 81
Recommendation .................................... 243
Refueling................................................. 243
Fuel Economy........................................... 245
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 14, 244
Message.................................................. 321
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 14, 244
Fuses.......................................................... 324
Inspecting and Changing......................... 326
Locations......................................... 324, 325
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 245
Gauge ....................................................... 78
Information ............................................. 243
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 81
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 67
Refueling................................................. 243
Gauges........................................................ 78
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 222
Manual Transmission ............................... 227