2017 Acura ILX homelink

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 23
For Safe Driving P. 24 Seat Belts P. 28 Airbags P. 35
2Instrument Panel P. 63
Indicators P. 64 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 88
2Controls P. 107
Clock P. 108 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 110
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 132
Adjusting the Seats P. 148
2 Features P. 165
Audio System P. 166 Audio System Basic Operation P. 171, 193
Customized Features* P. 245 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* P. 266
2 Driving P. 331
Before Driving P. 332 Towing a Trailer P. 337
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 406 Refueling P. 407
2Maintenance P. 411
Before Performing Maintenance P. 412 Maintenance MinderTM P. 415
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 440
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 454
2Handling the Unexpected P. 461
Tools P. 462 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 463
Overheating P. 489 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 491
2Information P. 499
Specifications P. 500 Identification Numbers P. 502
Emissions Testing P. 505 Warranty Coverages P. 507
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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio System.................................... 166
USB Adapter Cable*........................ 167
Auxiliary Input Jack*........................ 167
USB Port*........................................ 168
HDMI ® Port*.................................... 168
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 169
Audio Remote Controls .................... 170
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 171
Audio/Information Screen ................ 172
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 178
Playing a CD .................................... 180
Playing an iPod ................................ 183
Models with one display
Playing Internet Radio ...................... 186
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 188
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio................. 191
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 193
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM...... 194
Audio/Information Screen ................ 200
Display Setup ................................... 205
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 206
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio ................... 211
Playing a CD .................................... 218
Playing an iPod ................................ 221
Playing Internet Radio ...................... 225
Models with two displays
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 228
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 231
Smartphone Navi Apps .................... 233
Siri Eyes Free .................................... 234
Audio Error Messages ...................... 235
General Information on the Audio System.. 241Customized Features*..........................245HomeLink® Universal Transceiver*......266
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ............. 269
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink® ............. 298Models with one display
Models with two displays
* Not available on all models
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Features
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver*
The HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver can be pr ogrammed to operate up to three
remote controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or
home security systems.
Refer to the safety information that came wi th your garage door opener to test that
the safety features are functioning properly. If you do not have the safety
information, contact the manufacturer.
Before programming HomeLink, make sure that people and objects are out of the
way of the garage or gate to prevent potential injury or damage.
When programming a garage door opener, park just outside the garage door’s
path.
■Important Safety Precautions
1 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver*
Before programming HomeLi nk to operate a garage
door opener, confirm that the opener has an external
entrapment protection system, such as an “electronic
eye,” or other safety and reverse stop features. If it
does not, HomeLink may not be able to operate it.
* Not available on all models
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uuHomeLink ® Universal Transceiver*u Training HomeLink
Continued
Features
Training HomeLink
If it is necessary to er ase a previously entered
learned code:
• Press and hold the two outside buttons for
about 20 seconds, until the red indicator
blinks. Release the bu ttons, and proceed to
step 1.
• If you are training the second or third
button, go directly to step 1.
The instructions on the next page should work for most gate or garage openers, but
may not work for all. For detailed instructions about your specific remote opener,
visit http://www.homelink.com or call (800)355-3515.
Red Indicator
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uuHomeLink ® Universal Transceiver*u Training HomeLink
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Features
■Training a Button1Training HomeLink
Retraining a Button
If you want to retrain a programmed button for a
new device, you do not ha ve to erase all button
memory. You can replace the existing memory code
using this procedure:
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button
until the HomeLink indi cator begins to blink.
2.
Quickly release the Home Link button and follow
steps 1 - 3 under “Training a Button.” You do not
need to press and rele ase the HomeLink button
again in step 2.
Indicator remains on
for about 25 secs.
Standard transmitter
Indicator remains on for
about 25 secs.
Rolling code transmitter
Erasing Codes
To erase all the codes, press and hold the two outside
buttons until the HomeLink i ndicator begins to blink
(about 10 to 20 secs). You should erase all codes
before selling the vehicle.
If you have any problems, see the device’s
instructions, visit www.homelink.com , or call
HomeLink at (800) 355-3515.
HomeLink® is a registered tra demark of Gentex
Corporation.4.
3.
2.
5.A.
B.
1. Position the remote transmitter you wish to link 1 to 3 inches (3 - 8 cm) from the
HomeLink button you want to program.
Press and release the desi red HomeLink button. Hold the button on the remote
transmitter. Does the HomeLink indicato r (LED) change from slowly blinking to
constantly on or rapidly blinking? The pr ocess should take less than 60 seconds.
Press and hold the
programmed HomeLink
button for about a sec.
Does the device (garage
door opener) work? Press and release the Ho
meLink button. Press
and release the button on the remote every 2
secs.
Does the HomeLink indicator (LED) change from
slowly blinking to constantly on or rapidly
blinking ? The process should take less than 60
seconds.
Training
Complete Press and hold the HomeLink button again.
Press and hold the HomeLink
button again.
The remote-controlled device
should operate.
Training Complete The remote has a ro
lling code. Press the
“learn” button on the remote-controlled
device (e.g. garage door opener).
Within 30 secs, press and hold the
programmed HomeLink button for 2 secs.
HomeLink indicator rapidly blinks.HomeLink LED is
constantly on.
YESNO
YES
YESNONO
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Information
Devices that Emit Radio Waves
The 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 cond itions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interferenc e, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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.
AcuraLink*
Audio System
Blind Spot Information System*
Bluetooth ® Audio
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM *
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver*
Immobilizer System
Keyless Access System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
* Not available on all models
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Index
Fuses......................................................... 495
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 497
Locations ........................................ 495, 496
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 409
Gauge ...................................................... 88
Information............................................. 407
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 95
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 68
Refueling ................................................ 407
Gauges ........................................................ 88
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 66
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 345
Glass (care) ............................................... 458
Glove Box ................................................. 157
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 431
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 461
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) .............................. 269
Auto Answer .......................................... 313
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History .......... 285, 315
Automatic Transferring ................... 283, 313
Caller’s ID Information ............................ 283
Displaying Messages ............................... 327 HFL Buttons ..................................... 269, 298
HFL Menus ...................................... 271, 300
HFL Status Display ........................... 270, 299
Limitations for Manua
l Operation ............ 299
Making a Call .................................. 288, 319
Options During a Call ...................... 292, 324
Phone Setup .................................... 276, 305
Receiving a Call ............................... 291, 323
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message .............. 325
Ring Tone ................................................ 314
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 326
Speed Dial ....................................... 286, 316
Text Message .................................. 281, 293
To Clear the System ................................. 284
To Create a Security PIN .................. 282, 312
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option .. 310
Use Contact Photo .................................. 314
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 4
HDMI ® Port ............................................... 168
Head Restraints ......................................... 151
Headlights ................................................. 136
Automatic Operation ............................... 137
Dimming ......................................... 136, 139
Operating ................................................ 136
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 160
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 269
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 72
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 342
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ............ 266
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 502
Engine and Transmission ......................... 502
Vehicle Identification ............................... 502
Illumination Control ................................. 142
Knob ....................................................... 142
Immobilizer System .................................. 126
Indicator.................................................... 73
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