2019 Acura ILX emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 52Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 65Safety Labels P. 66
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 124 Security System P. 128 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 131
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 135 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 152
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 164 Climate Control System P. 171
Audio Error Messages P. 275General Information on the Audio System P. 286
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 339, 368 AcuraLink ®* P. 410
When Driving P. 426 AcuraWatchTM P. 446Braking P. 491
Refueling P. 502 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 504
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 514 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 525
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 532 Battery P. 541 Remote Transmitter Care P. 542
Accessories and Modifications P. 551
Engine Does Not Start P. 577Jump Starting P. 580 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 583
Fuses P. 590 Emergency Towing P. 593
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 599 Reporting Safety Defects P. 600 Emissions Testing P. 601
Client Service Information P. 606
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 27
Instrument PanelP. 67
ControlsP. 105
FeaturesP. 175
DrivingP. 419
MaintenanceP. 505
Handling the UnexpectedP. 553
InformationP. 595
IndexP. 610
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P553)
Flat Tire (P555)
●
Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P586)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Models with tire repair kit
Models with optional spare tire
Engine Won't Start (P577)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P590)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P584)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P593)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 593
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 554
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 555
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 570
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 577
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 578
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 579
Jump Starting .................................... 580
Models with optional spare tire
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 583
Overheating How to Handle Overheating............. 584
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On................................................ 586
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 586
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 587
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................. 588
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On......................... 588
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 589
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 590
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 592
Emergency Towing ........................... 593
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
6. If the air pressure is
• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The
leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 593
•Front: 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230
kPa) or more:
• Front: 33 psi (230 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220
kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes
or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station after 10 minutes,
stop in a safe place and check the tire
pressure.
u If the air pressure does not go down
after the 10 minute driving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
Models with P215/45R17 87V tires
Models with 225/40R18 92V tires
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 578
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 135
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 541●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 590
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 426
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 128
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 88
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 592
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 593
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 580
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Index
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 442
Indicator ........................................... 73, 589
Tires .......................................................... 532
Air Pressure..................................... 533, 597
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 532
Flat Tire (Puncture) .................................. 555
Inspection ............................................... 532
Labeling .................................................. 533
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 555
Regulations ............................................. 535
Rotation.................................................. 539
Spare Tire ............................................... 597
Summer .................................................. 540
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 556
Tire Chains.............................................. 540
Wear Indicators....................................... 537
Winter .................................................... 540
Tools ......................................................... 554
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 425
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 425
Emergency .............................................. 593
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 442
Transmission ............................................. 433
Automatic............................................... 433
Fluid ....................................................... 523
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 69
Number .................................................. 598
Sequential Mode..................................... 435
Shift Lever Position Indicator ................... 434 Trip Meter
................................................... 92
Troubleshooting ....................................... 553
Blown Fuse ...................................... 590, 591
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 24
Emergency Towing .................................. 593
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 577
Flat Tire/Puncture ..................................... 555
Noise When Braking .................................. 24
Overheating ............................................ 584
Premium Gasoline ........................... 502, 596
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 555
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 23, 122
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 583
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 124
Lid ........................................................... 124
Light Bulb ................................................ 596
Open Message .......................................... 83
Turn Signals .............................................. 138
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 74
Turn-by-Turn Directions ............................. 93
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 119, 428
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 111
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 12, 120
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 176, 178
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 289 USB Port
.................................................... 179
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 111
V
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 598
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)................ 437
Off Button............................................... 438
Off Indicator.............................................. 73
System Indicator ........................................ 72
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 516, 597
Voice Control Operation .......................... 218
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 219
Voice Recognition ................................... 218
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ®)................ 437
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 214
Wallpaper Setup ....................................... 186
Warning and Info rmation Messages ......... 81
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 586
Warning Labels ........................................... 66
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 603
Watts ......................................................... 596
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 537
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 573
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