2015 Acura ILX Hybrid parking brake

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes FlatTemporarily Repairing a Flat TireThis vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire. If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise
severely damaged, you will need to have the vehicle towed. If the tire only has a
small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can use the temporary tire repair kit so
that you can drive to the nearest service station for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1.Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Put the shift lever in
(P
.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
■
Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).•The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is
outside the tire contact area.•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.NOTICEDo not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the ki t that came with your vehicle. If
used it, you may permanently damage the tire
pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:
Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)
Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)
No
Contact
Area
Instruction
Manual
Air Only Hose (Black) Speed Restriction Label Repair Notification Label
Pressure Relief
Button Inflator Switch
Selector Switch
SEALANT/AIR side Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) AIR ONLY side
Power Plug
Pressure Gauge
Tire Sealant
Expiration Date

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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slippery surface, and apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever in
(P
.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
1Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not use another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
Tire Repair Kit provided with your vehicle, as some
tire repair agents can cause damage to the pressure
sensors.
U.S. models only

334Handling the Unexpected
Shift Lever Does Not MoveFollow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of
(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. Put it into the shift lock
release slot as shown in the image, and
remove the cover.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift lever
into
(N
.
u The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
■
Releasing the Lock
Slot
Cover
Release Button
Shift Lock Release Slot

346Information
Specifications■Vehicle SpecificationsModel
Acura ILX Hybrid
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating
3,968 lbs (1,800 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
2,138 lbs (970 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
1,962 lbs (890 kg)
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant Type SE-10Y
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer FluidDisplacement
91 cu-in (1,497 cm
3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILFR6J11
Fuel:
Type
Premium unleaded gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Tank Capacity
U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.12 US qt (4.85 ℓ)
■ Light Bulbs*1: Vehicle with discharge headlights
*2: Vehicle with halogen bulb low beam headlightsHeadlights (Low Beam)
35W (D2S)
*1
55W (H11)
*2
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)Fog Lights
55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal Lights 21W
Parking/Side Marker Lights
5W
Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight 21/5W
Back-Up Lights
16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W
High-Mount Brake Light
LED
Rear License Plate Light 5W
Trunk Light
5W
Interior Lights Map Light LED
Ceiling Light 8W
Foot light
1.4W
Glove Box light LED
Vanity Mirror light
2W

358Index
Brake System............................................. 248
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 250
Brake Assist System ................................. 251
Brake System Indicator....................... 71, 339
Fluid ........................................................ 280
Foot Brake ............................................... 249
Indicator ............................................ 71, 339
Parking Brake .......................................... 248
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 131
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 282
Back-Up Light Bulbs ................................. 290
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs .. 288
Bulb Specifications ................................... 346
Fog Lights ................................................ 284
Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 286
Headlights ............................................... 282
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 291
Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs ............... 287
Rear License Plate Light............................ 291CCarbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 66
Carrying Cargo .................................. 221, 223
CD Player ................................................... 165
Certification Label .................................... 348
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 282
Charge/Assist Gauge ................................... 86
Charging System Indicator ................. 72, 337Child Safety
................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks............................. 112
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 117
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 65
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 61
Larger Children ......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Using a Tether ........................................... 63
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 112
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 308
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 306
Client Service Information ....................... 356
Climate Control System ............................ 146
Changing the Mode ................................ 146
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 147
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 305
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 146
Sensors ................................................... 149
Synchronized Mode................................. 148
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 146
Clock .......................................................... 104
Coat Hook ................................................. 144
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ................ 322
Console Compartment ............................. 142 Continuous Variable Transmission
(CVT) ....................................................... 230
Creeping................................................. 230
Fluid ....................................................... 279
Kickdown ............................................... 230
Operating the Shift Lever ........................ 232
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 334
Shifting ................................................... 231
Controls .................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 277
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 278
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 277
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 79
Overheating ............................................ 335
Creep Aid System ..................................... 228
Creeping ................................................... 230
Cruise Control .......................................... 240
Indicator ................................................... 80
Cup Holders .............................................. 143
Customized Features ................................. 95
DDaytime Running Lights .......................... 129
Dead Battery ............................................ 332
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 147
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 349
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 126
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 133

360Index
Fuses.......................................................... 341
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 343
Locations ......................................... 341, 342GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 256
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Information ............................................. 254
Instant Fuel Economy ................................. 91
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Refueling ................................................. 254
Gauges ......................................................... 86
Glass (care) ................................................ 308
Glove Box .................................................. 142HHalogen Bulbs ................................... 282, 283
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 311
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 189
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 205
Automatic Transferring ............................ 203
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 203
HFL Buttons ............................................. 189
HFL Menus .............................................. 191
HFL Status Display.................................... 190
Making a Call .......................................... 208
Options During a Call .............................. 212 Phone Setup............................................ 196
Receiving a Call ....................................... 211
Speed Dial ............................................... 206
Text Message .................................. 201, 213
To Clear the System ................................ 204
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 202
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 138
Headlights ................................................. 126
Aiming .................................................... 282
Automatic Operation............................... 127
Dimming ......................................... 126, 129
Operating................................................ 126
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 145
HFL (HandsFreeLink® )............................... 189
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 77
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 228
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 187
IIdentification Numbers ............................ 348
Engine and Transmission ......................... 348
Vehicle Identification ............................... 348
Illumination Control ................................. 131
Knob ....................................................... 131
IMA Battery Charge Level Indicator/Power
Flow Monitor ............................................ 93
IMA System Indicator ................................. 77
Immobilizer System .................................. 118
Indicator.................................................... 78 Indicators
.................................................... 70
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 73
Auto Idle Stop........................................... 75
Brake System ............................................ 71
Charging System............................... 72, 337
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 80, 241
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 80, 240
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 31, 75
Door Open................................................ 31
ECON Mode ..................................... 80, 239
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 75, 339
Fog Light .................................................. 77
High-Beam................................................ 77
IMA System .............................................. 77
Immobilizer System ................................... 78
Keyless Access System............................... 79
Lights On .................................................. 77
Low Fuel ................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 75, 337
Low Temperature...................................... 79
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS .................... 76, 245
Maintenance Minder............................... 263
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 71, 338
Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 70, 339
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 33, 73
Security System Alarm............................... 79
Shift Lever Position.................................... 72
Side Airbag Off ................................... 52, 78
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 50, 74
System Message ....................................... 76

362Index
Meters, Gauges........................................... 86
Mirrors ....................................................... 133
Adjusting ................................................. 133
Door ........................................................ 134
Exterior .................................................... 134
Interior Rearview...................................... 133
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 257
Moonroof .................................................. 123
MP3 .................................................... 165, 173
Multi-Information Display .......................... 87
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 253NNumbers (Identification).......................... 348OOdometer.................................................... 89
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 272
Adding .................................................... 274
Checking ................................................. 273
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 264
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 75, 337
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 272
Viscosity .................................................. 272
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 269
Moonroof ................................................ 123
Power Windows ...................................... 120
Trunk....................................................... 114 Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 124
Outside Temperature Adjusting .................................................. 90
Overheating .............................................. 335
PPaddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ... 20
Pandora® ................................................... 171
Panic Mode ............................................... 119
Parking ...................................................... 252
Parking Brake ........................................... 248
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 70, 339
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 51
Passing Indicators ..................................... 126
Power Windows ....................................... 120
Precautions While Driving ....................... 229
Rain ........................................................ 229
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 313, 322RRadiator.................................................... 278
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 161
Radio (XM ®).............................................. 163
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 162
Range .......................................................... 91
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 162Readiness Code (Emissions Testing)
........ 351
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 132
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 133
Refueling .................................................. 254
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 86
Gasoline ......................................... 254, 346
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Regulations .............................. 246, 296, 349
Remote Transmitter ................................. 107
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 303
Bulbs ...................................................... 282
Fuses .............................................. 341, 342
Tires........................................................ 300
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 292
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 350
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 89
SSafe Driving................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31
Safety Labels .............................................. 67
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 35