2015 Acura ILX Hybrid washer fluid

16Quick Reference Guide
Controls
(P103)
ENGINE START/STOP
Button
(P124)
Press the button to change the vehicle's
power mode.
Turn Signals
(P126)
Lights
(P126)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers (P130)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT : Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.

22Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P259)
Under the Hood
(P268)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the 12 volt battery condition monthly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, slide the lever and lift up the
hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P282)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P292)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P294)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
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Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information MessagesThe following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the (information) button to see the message again
with the system message indicator on.
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.
2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 338
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.
●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 281
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.●Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE PAST
DUE follow.
2Maintenance Minder
TM P. 263
Canadian models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers 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.
1 Wipers 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 intermitte ntly, 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 wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 260Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 261Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 262
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 263
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 268Opening the Hood ........................... 269
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 270
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 272
Oil Check ......................................... 273
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 274
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter . 275Engine Coolant ................................ 277
Transmission Fluid ............................ 279
Brake Fluid ....................................... 280
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 281
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 282Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 292Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 294
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 295
Tire Labeling .................................... 295DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 297
Wear Indicators ............................... 299
Tire Service Life ................................ 299
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 300
Tire Rotation .................................... 301
Winter Tires ..................................... 302
12 Volt Battery .................................. 303
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 304Climate Control System Maintenance ...... 305Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 306
Exterior Care.................................... 308

268Maintenance
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Transmission Fluid
Dipstick
(Yellow)
12 Volt Battery
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank
Radiator Cap

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer FluidCheck the amount of window washer fluid using the washer fluid level gauge on the
cap.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
1Refilling Window Washer FluidNOTICEDo not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle's paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.
Level Gauge

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Handling the Unexpected
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
Booster Motor
40 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
*1
30 A
Rear Defogger 30 A −−
Blower 40 A
−−
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3
−
−
4 IG Coil 2 15 A
5
Starter DIAG, ST MG
7.5 A
6 IG Coil 1 15 A
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
IMA 1
7.5 A
14 Hazard 10 A
15
FI Sub
15 A
16 IG Coil 20 A
17
Stop
15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
IMA 2
10 A
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 Booster SOL 15 A
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