2017 ACURA ILX User Manual

The 2017 Acura ILX is a stylish and well-rounded small luxury sedan that combines performance, comfort, and technology in a way that is appealing. Its body is smooth and aerodynamic, giving it an elegant look. Its 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine is powerful and gets great gas mileage. The interior of the ILX is stylish and pleasant, with high-quality materials, comfortable seats, and the latest technology. The easy-to-use dual-screen infotainment system lets you connect to the internet and handle navigation, audio, and smartphone integration without any trouble. The ILX puts safety first and gives drivers more trust with its available AcuraWatch suite of safety features, such as collision mitigation braking and lane-keeping assist. Overall, the 2017 Acura ILX is a good choice for people who want a small luxury sedan with a good mix of style, performance, and high-tech features in a package that is both refined and affordable.

How the System Works

The system activates when:

• The power mode is in ON.
• The Cross Traffic Monitor is turned on.
  Cross Traffic Monitor On and Off P. 405
  Customized Features* P. 245
• The shift lever is in (R.
• Your vehicle is moving at 3 mph (5 km/h) or lower.

When a vehicle is detected approaching from a rear corner, Cross Traffic Monitor alerts you with a buzzer and a displayed warning.
The system will not detect a vehicle that approaches from directly behind your vehicle, nor will it provide alerts about a detected vehicle when it moves directly behind your vehicle.
The system does not detect or provide alerts for a vehicle that is moving away from your vehicle, and it may detect or alert for pedestrians, bicycles, or stationary objects.

Cross Traffic Monitor*
The cross-traffic monitor may not detect or may delay detecting an approaching vehicle, or may alert detection without an approaching vehicle under the following conditions:

• An obstacle, such as another vehicle and a wall, near your vehicle’s rear bumper, is blocking the radar sensor’s scope.
• Your vehicle is moving at the speed of about 3 mph (5 km/h) or higher.
• A vehicle is approaching at a speed other than between about 6 and 16 mph (10 and 25 km/h).
• The system picks up external interference such as other radar sensors from another vehicle or strong
  radio wave transmitted from a facility nearby.
• Either corner of the rear bumper is covered with snow, ice, mud or dirt.
• When there is bad weather.
• Your vehicle is on an incline.
• Your vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load in the rear.
• Your vehicle is reversing towards a wall, a pole, a vehicle, and so on.
• The rear bumper or the sensors have been improperly repaired or the rear bumper has been deformed. Have a vehicle checked by a dealer.
  For proper operation, always keep the rear bumper corner area clean.
  Do not cover the rear bumper corner area with labels or stickers of any kind.

When the System Detects a Vehicle
An arrow icon appears on the side a vehicle is approaching on the audio/information screen.

Cross Traffic Monitor On and Off
You can switch on and off the system using the audio/information screen.

Multi-View Rear Camera

About Your Multi-View Rear Camera

Models with navigation system
See the Navigation System Manual.

Models without navigation system
The audio/information screen can display your vehicle’s rear view. The display automatically changes to the rear view when the shift lever is moved to (R.

Multi-View Rear Camera Display Area
You can view three different camera angles on the rearview display. Press the selector knob to switch the angle.
If the last used viewing mode is Wide or Normal, the same mode is selected the next time you shift into (R. If Top View was last used, Wide mode is selected.
* Not available on all models

About Your Multi-View Rear Camera
The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see the corner ends of the bumper or what is underneath the bumper. Its unique lens also makes objects appear closer or farther than they actually are.
Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing up. Certain conditions (such as weather, lighting, and high temperatures) may also restrict the rearview. Do not rely on the rearview display which does not give you all information about conditions at the back of your vehicle.
If the camera lens is covered with dirt or moisture, use a soft, moist cloth to keep the lens clean and free of debris.
You can change the Fixed Guideline and Dynamic Guideline settings.
Customized Features* P. 245

Fixed Guideline
On: Guidelines appear when you shift into (R. Off: Guidelines do not appear.
Dynamic Guideline
On: Guidelines move according to the steering wheel direction.
Off: Guidelines do not move.

Refueling

Fuel Information

Fuel recommendation
Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.

Top-tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additives 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 detergent additives and be free of metallic additives. The proper level of detergent additives, 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 information on gasoline. For more information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.

Fuel tank capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 liters) 
NOTICE We recommend quality gasoline 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 recommend 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, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument 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 gasoline containing methanol. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.

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.
   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 filler nozzle fully.
   When the tank is full, the fuel nozzle will click off automatically. This leaves space in the fuel tank in case the fuel expands with a change in temperature.
7. After filling, replace the fuel fill cap, tightening it until you hear it click at least once.
   Shut the fuel fill door by hand.

WARNING
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.

The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a result of changes in air temperature.
If the fuel nozzle keeps turning off when the tank is not full, there may be a problem with the pump’s fuel vapor recovery system. Try filling at another pump. If this does not fix the problem, consult a dealer.
Do not continue to add fuel after the nozzle has automatically stopped. Additional fuel can exceed the full tank capacity.

Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2
Emissions
Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions is dependent on several factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and vehicle conditions. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.

Maintenance and Fuel Economy
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle. Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the multi-information display.

• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside adds weight and increases wind resistance.

FAQ