2019 Acura ILX towing

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. 27
For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 39
2Instrument Panel P. 67
Indicators P. 68 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 88
2Controls P. 105
Clock P. 106 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 108
Moonroof P. 134
Adjusting the Seats P. 154
2 Features P. 175
Audio System P. 176 Audio System Basic Operation P. 183, 206
Customized Features P. 304, 310 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 336
2 Driving P. 419
Before Driving P. 420 Towing a Trailer P. 425
Parking Your Vehicle P. 495 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 500
2Maintenance P. 505
Before Performing Maintenance P. 506 Maintenance MinderTM P. 509
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 530
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 544 Cleaning P. 545
2Handling the Unexpected P. 553
Tools P. 554 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 555
Overheating P. 584 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 586
2Information P. 595
Specifications P. 596 Identification Numbers P. 598
Warranty Coverages P. 603 Authorized Manuals P. 605
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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
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 420
Maximum Load Limit........................ 423
Towing a Trailer ................................ 425
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 426
Dual Clutch Transmission ................. 432
Shifting ............................................ 433
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®), aka
Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
System ........................................ 437
Blind spot information System*........... 439
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .. 442
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 444
AcuraWatch
TM................................... 446
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 449
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)......... 459
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).... 474
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System ... 483
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 488
Radar Sensor.................................... 490
Braking Brake System ................................... 491 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 493
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 495
Cross Traffic Monitor
*..................... 497
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 500
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 502
How to Refuel ................................. 503
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 504
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO
2 Emissions ................................ 504
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the Tire
and Loading Information label atta ched to the driver's doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle's placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries, and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 596
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 596
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
424
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 425
Load Limits Example
Example1 Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2 Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
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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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