2020 Acura ILX fuel cap

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Quick Reference Guide
CMBSTM On and Off
(P449)
●When a possible collision is likely
unavoidable, the CMBSTM can help you to
reduce the vehicle speed and the severity
of the collision.
●The CMBSTM is turned on every time you
start the engine.
●To turn the CMBSTM on or off, press and
hold the button until you hear a beep.
VSA ® On and Off (P438)
●The Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA® )
system helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
●VSA ® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
●To partially disable or fully restore VSA ®
function, press and ho ld the button until
you hear a beep.
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
(P442)
●The TPMS monitors tire pressure.●The TPMS is turned on automatically
every time you start the engine.
Refueling (P503)
aPush the fuel fill door
release handle.
bTurn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
cPlace the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
dAfter refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or
higher
Fuel tank capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 L)
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the (inf ormation) button to see the message again
with the system message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.
2Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 589
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 526
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.●Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and
Maintenance Past Due follow.2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 513
●Appears while you are customizing the settings and the
shift lever is moved out of
(P.2Customized Features P. 95
●Appears if you try to go to Vehicle Settings from the
multi-information display while the information screen*
shows the same menu.
●Select either display to cu stomize a setting. You cannot
have Vehicle Settings displayed on the multi-
information display and information screen
simultaneously.
2 Customized Features P. 95, 310
Canadian models
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause oc casional metallic knocking noise in the
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of a gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additi ves in gasoline vary in the market, Acura
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of de tergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent ad ditives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Acura Owners at owners.acura.com. In
Canada, visit www.acura.ca for additional informati on on gasoline. For more
information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
■Fuel tank capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 L)
Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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uuRefueling uHow to Refuel
Driving
How to Refuel
1. Stop your vehicle with the service station
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the
rear.
2. Turn off the engine.
3. Push on the fuel fill door release handle at
the foot of the driver’s seat.
u The fuel fill door opens.
4. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear a
release of air, wait until this stops, then turn
the knob slowly to open the fuel fill cap.
5. Place the fuel fill cap in the holder.
6. Insert the fuel fill er nozzle fully.
u When the tank is full, the filler nozzle will
click off automatically . This leaves space
in the fuel tank in case the fuel expands
with a change in the temperature.
7. After filling, replace the fuel fill cap,
tightening it until you hear it click at least
once.
u Shut the fuel fill door by hand.1How to Refuel
If the filler nozzle keeps tu rning off when the tank is
not full, there may be a pr oblem with the pump’s fuel
vapor recovery system. Try fi lling at another pump. If
this does not fix the problem, consult a dealer.
The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in
the fuel tank so that fuel do es not overflow as a result
of changes in air temperature.
Do not continue to add fuel after the filler nozzle has
automatically stopped. Addi tional fuel can exceed
the full tank capacity.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Push
Cap
Cap
Holder
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Continued
Maintenance
Engine Coolant
This coolant is premixed with 50% an tifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
u If the coolant level is below the MIN
mark, add the specified coolant until it
reaches the MAX mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Specified coolant: Ac ura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Reserve Tank
1Engine Coolant
NOTICE
Genuine Acura engine cool ant is a 50/50 mixture of
antifreeze and water that can withstand freezing at
temperatures as low as a bout -31°F (-35°C). If your
vehicle is consistently subjected to temperatures
below this, the concentration of antifreeze in the
coolant should be increased. Consult a dealer for
details.
If Acura antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand of non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Ac ura coolant can result in
corrosion, causing the coo ling system to malfunction
or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled
with Acura antifreeze/cool ant as soon as possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s cooling system. Th ey may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Reserve
TankMAX
MIN
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indica tor Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for indicator lamp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.
■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
■The message appears on when:
An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed.
■What to do when the message appears:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Check that the fuel fill cap is fully installed.
u If not, loosen the cap, and then retight en it until it clicks at least once.
3. Drive for several days of normal driving.
u The message should go off.
■When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Malfunction indicator lamp comes on if th e system continues to detect a leak of
gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fu el fill cap using the procedures described
above.
■Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning
ModelILX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
RatingSee the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front) See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 17.1 – 18.9 oz (485 – 535 g)
Lubricant TypeSE-A1 (POE)
Quantity 4.88 – 5.49 cu-in (80 – 90 cm3)
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement144 cu-in (2,356 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK
DILKAR7G11GS
DILKAR7H11GS
DENSO DXE22HQR-D11S
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 5.12 US qt (4.85 L)
■ Light Bulbs
Headlights (High/Low Beam)LED
Fog Lights*LEDFront Turn Signal LightsLED
Parking/Daytime Running Lights LED
Front Side Marker LightsLED
Brake Lights LED
Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Back-Up Lights 16 W
TaillightsLED
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21 W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light 5 W
Interior LightsMap LightsLEDCeiling Light8 WAmbient LightsLEDFoot Lights1.4 WGlove Box LightLEDVanity Mirror Lights1.4 WTrunk Light5 W
* Not available on all models
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Index
Doors......................................................... 108
Auto Door Locking .................................. 123
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 123
Door Open Indicator .................................. 31
Door Open Message .................................. 83
Keys ........................................................ 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 120
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 111
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 118
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 537
Driving ....................................................... 419
Braking .................................................... 492
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 432
Shifting Gear ........................................... 433
Starting the Engine .................................. 426
Driving Position Memory System ............. 150
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 432
Creeping ................................................. 432
Fluid ................................................ 525, 599
Kickdown ................................................ 432
Operating the Shift Lever ................... 18, 433
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 585
Shifting.................................................... 433
E
Elapsed Time ............................................... 93
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ............................................ 72, 590 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............. 437
Emergency ................................................ 595
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 603
Engine ....................................................... 600
Coolant ................................................... 523
Jump Starting .......................................... 582
Oil ........................................................... 518
Remote Engine Start................................ 428
Starting ................................................... 426
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 135
Engine Coolant ......................................... 523
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 524
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 523
Overheating ............................................ 586
Temperature Gauge .................................. 88
Engine Oil ................................................. 518
Adding .................................................... 520
Checking................................................. 519
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 512
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 588
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 518
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 135
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 72, 590
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 65
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 550
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 153F
Features.................................................... 175 Filters
Oil .......................................................... 521
Flat Tire ..................................................... 557
Floor Mats ................................................ 548
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 526
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 525
Engine Coolant ....................................... 523
Windshield Washer ................................. 526
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seat ................... 162
Foot Brake ................................................ 493
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 154
Adjusting ................................................ 154
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 489
Fuel ..................................................... 19, 503
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 505
Gauge ...................................................... 88
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 93
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Range ....................................................... 93
Recommendation.................................... 503
Refueling ................................................ 503
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 505
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 19, 504
Message ................................................. 589
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 19, 504
Fuses ......................................................... 592
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 594
Locations ........................................ 592, 593
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