2022 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.
The Navigation Manual is available online at owners.acura.com
(U.S.) or acura.ca (Canada). If you are the firs t registered owner
of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary printed
copy of the Navigation Manual within the first six months of
vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.acura.com. In
Canada, please request a copy from your Acura dealer.
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 ma nual (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. 29
For Safe Driving P. 30 Seat Belts P. 34 Airbags P. 41
2Instrument Panel P. 71
Indicators P. 72 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 92
2Controls P. 109
Clock P. 110 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 112
Moonroof P. 138
Adjusting the Seats P. 158
2 Features P. 179
Audio System P. 180 Audio System Basic Operation P. 187, 210
Customized Features P. 310, 316 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 342
2 Driving P. 425
Before Driving P. 426 Towing a Trailer P. 431
Parking Your Vehicle P. 503 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 508
2Maintenance P. 515
Before Performing Maintenance P. 516 Maintenance MinderTM P. 519
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 540
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 554 Cleaning P. 555
2Handling the Unexpected P. 563
Tools P. 564 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 565
Overheating P. 594 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 596
2Information P. 605
Specifications P. 606 Identification Numbers P. 608
Warranty Coverages P. 613 Authorized Manuals P. 616
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Contents
Child Safety P. 56Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 69Safety Labels P. 70
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 128 Security System P. 132 Windows P. 135
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 139 Mirrors P. 156
Interior Convenience Items P. 168 Climate Control System P. 175
Audio Error Messages P. 280General Information on the Audio System P. 291
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 345, 374 AcuraLink ®* P. 416
When Driving P. 432 AcuraWatchTM P. 452Braking P. 499
Refueling P. 510 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 513
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 524 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 535
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 542 Battery P. 551 Remote Transmitter Care P. 552
Accessories and Modifications P. 561
Engine Does Not Start P. 587If the Battery Is Dead P. 590 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 593
Fuses P. 600 Emergency Towing P. 603
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 609 Reporting Safety Defects P. 610 Emissions Testing P. 611
Client Service Information P. 617
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 29
Instrument PanelP. 71
ControlsP. 109
FeaturesP. 179
DrivingP. 425
MaintenanceP. 515
Handling the UnexpectedP. 563
InformationP. 605
IndexP. 621
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P563)
Flat Tire (P565)
●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
(P596)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Models with a compact spare tire
Engine Won't Start (P587)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P600)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P594)
●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 (P603)
●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................................... 426
Maximum Load Limit........................ 429
Towing a Trailer ................................ 431
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 432
Dual Clutch Transmission ................. 438
Shifting ............................................ 439
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 443
Blind spot information System*........... 445
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .. 448
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 450
AcuraWatch
TM................................... 452
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 455
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)......... 466
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).... 481
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System . 491
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 496
Radar Sensor.................................... 498
Braking Brake System ................................... 499 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 501
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 503
Cross Traffic Monitor
*..................... 505
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 508
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 510
How to Refuel ................................. 511
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 513
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO
2 Emissions ................................ 513
* 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. 606
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 606
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
430
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. 431
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 Behind a Motorhome
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. 603
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 564
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 565
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 580
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 587
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak.. 588
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 589
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 590
Jump Starting Procedure .................. 590
Models with a compact spare tire
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 593
Overheating How to Handle Overheating............. 594
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressu re Indicator Comes
On................................................ 596
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 596
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 597
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................. 598
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On......................... 598
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 599
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 600
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 602
Emergency Towing ........................... 603
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