Acura ILX (2021 year). Manual in english — page 26

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Bluetooth

®

HandsFreeLink

®

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HFL Menus

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Features

Provides a nationwide service for unexpected incidents. You can call for assistance
using a phone paired and connected to

Bluetooth

®

HandsFreeLink

®

.

1.

Press the

PHONE

button.

2.

Rotate

to select

Roadside Assistance

,

then press

.

3.

Rotate

to select a phone number, then

press .

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Dialing starts automatically.

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Roadside Assistance

*

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Roadside Assistance

*

If you are subscribed to a paid AcuraLink package,
you can call roadside assistance using the

LINK

button instead of your phone.

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AcuraLink

®

*

P. 415

* Not available on all models

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Features

AcuraLink

®

*

Is a subscription-based service that provides convenient features such as voice
communication in case of emergency, online security, one-on-one operator
assistance, and the transmission of important messages regarding your vehicle’s
status.

For information on traffic rerouting and traffic information updates, provided by the
AcuraLink server, see the Navigation System Manual.

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Automatic collision notification

If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit
detects that the vehicle is severely impacted,
your vehicle will automatically attempt to
connect to the AcuraLink operator. Once
connected, information about your vehicle, its
positioning, and its condition will be sent to
the operator; you also can speak to the
operator when connected.

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In Case of Emergency

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AcuraLink

®

*

AcuraLink also provides services you can operate
from the Internet or your smartphone.

To subscribe to AcuraLink, or to get more
information about all of its features, contact an Acura
dealer, or visit

owners.acura.com

(U.S.) or

www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink

(Canada).

Canadian models

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In Case of Emergency

Your vehicle may not be able to connect to the operator
if the battery level is low, the line is disconnected, or you
do not have adequate cellular coverage.

You cannot use emergency services when:

•

You travel outside the AcuraLink service coverage
areas.

•

There is a problem with the connecting devices,
such as the

ASSIST

button, microphone, speakers,

or the unit itself.

•

You are not subscribed to the service or your
subscription is no longer valid.

You cannot operate other navigation or phone
related functions using the screens while talking to
the operator.
Only the operator can terminate the connection to
your vehicle.

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Automatic collision notification

If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it
repeatedly tries until it succeeds.

Information screen

On Demand Multi-Use Display

TM

When connected to the AcuraLink

operator:

* Not available on all models

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AcuraLink

®

*

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Features

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Manual operator connection

If you need to talk to the AcuraLink operator
in an emergency situation, you can manually
connect to them by pressing the

ASSIST

button with the power mode in ACCESSORY
or ON.

1.

Open the cover attached to the ceiling
console.

2.

Press the

ASSIST

button.

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You are connected to the AcuraLink
operator.

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Manual operator connection

Do not press the button while driving. When you
need to contact the operator, park the vehicle in a
safe place.

If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it
automatically cancels the action after three minutes.

In an emergency, the cover can be broken through to
press the

ASSIST

button.

ASSIST

Button

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AcuraLink

®

*

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Features

Your subscribed telematics service provider can track your vehicle’s location,
remotely lock or unlock doors, and help you find your vehicle.
To use these features, you need your user ID and personal identification number
(PIN).

■

Stolen vehicle tracking

This feature searches and tracks down your vehicle position even if it is on the move.
If you believe that your vehicle has been stolen, contact the police as well as the
provider.

■

Remote door lock/unlock

The provider can remotely lock or unlock doors upon your request.

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Vehicle finder

This feature is convenient to use when trying to locate your vehicle in large areas,
such as a crowded parking lot. If you cannot locate your vehicle after using the
remote transmitter’s answerback function, you can contact the provider which can
then flash your vehicle’s exterior lights and sound the horn.

■

Security alarm notification

If the security system in your vehicle detects an abnormal condition, such as
someone tampering with the lock on your vehicle, the provider notifies you by your
preferred method.

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Security Features

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Security Features

The contact information of your provider, your user
ID and PIN will be given when you subscribe to
AcuraLink. If you forget any of the above, contact a
dealer, or visit

owners.acura.com

(U.S.) or

www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink

(Canada).

You can also activate the remote door lock/unlock
and vehicle finder features from the Internet or using
your smartphone app. Ask a dealer, or visit

owners.acura.com

(U.S.) or

www.acura.ca/owners/

acuralink

(Canada) for details.

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Vehicle finder

The lights will stop flashing and horn will stop
sounding under the following conditions:

•

When 30 seconds have elapsed.

•

You unlock the doors using the remote transmitter.

•

You unlock the doors using the keyless access
system.

•

You unlock the doors using the built-in key.

•

The power mode is set to ACCESSORY or ON.

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AcuraLink

®

*

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Features

Connect to the AcuraLink operator when trying to find a destination or for roadside
assistance.

1.

Press the

LINK

button.

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Connection to the operator begins.

2.

Talk to the operator.

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To disconnect, select

End Call

or press

the

(Hang-up/back) button on the

steering wheel.

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Operator Assistance

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Operator Assistance

Remain attentive to road conditions and driving
during operator assistance.

LINK

Button

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AcuraLink

®

*

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Features

AcuraLink sends you messages on vehicle
features, safety and emissions recall
campaigns, maintenance reminders, and
diagnostic information.
When you receive a new message, an icon
appears on the information screen.

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Message category

There are six message categories.

•

Feature Guide

: Appears for the first 30 days of ownership, introducing vehicle

features each day.

•

Quick Tips

information.

•

Diagnostic Information

: Appears when a warning indicator or message comes

on.
Rotate

to select

Check Later

or

Check Now

.

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Selecting

Check Now

lets you know if you should see a dealer immediately or

later in accordance with the warning severity level.

•

Scheduled Dealer Appointment

: An appointment made through the Acura

server or Acura Owners website can be rescheduled or canceled from this option.

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P. 421

•

Maintenance Minder

: Lets you know which maintenance item is due along with

a reminder message.

•

Recalls/Campaigns

: Reminds you of a recall or important safety information.

You should also be notified by mail.

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AcuraLink Message

1

AcuraLink Message

Messages may not appear immediately after your
vehicle purchase. It can take several days for your
dealer to register your vehicle’s ID.

If an icon includes an exclamation point, it indicates
that Acura gives high priority to this message
compared to the one without.

•

: An unread message with high priority

•

: An unread message

Message Icon

1

Message category

Message categories can be added, edited, or deleted
through broadcast messages from Acura.

You can call your dealer, find the nearest dealer, or
schedule appointments from the message options in

Maintenance Minder

,

Recalls/Campaigns

, and

Diagnostic Information

.

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Message Options

P. 420

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AcuraLink

®

*

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Features

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Reading a message

1.

Press the

INFO

button or press

, follow

the message on the information screen.

2.

Rotate

to

select

AcuraLink/Messages

,

then press

.

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AcuraLink messages appears.

3.

Rotate

to select a category, then press

.

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If there are unread messages in a
category, a message icon appears next to
that category.

4.

Rotate

to select a message you want to

read, then press

.

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Message Options

While a message is displayed, you can use options to take immediate action to the
message.
Available options are:

•

Read Messages Aloud

: Reads the message aloud. Select

Stop Reading

Messages

to cancel it.

•

View Full Message

: Displays the entire message.

•

Phone number

: Dials a number displayed in the message via HFL.

•

Delete

: Deletes the displayed message.

•

Call Your Dealer

: Calls your Acura dealer using HFL.

•

Find Acura Dealer

: Searches for the nearest Acura dealer.

•

Roadside Assistance

: Makes a call to the number for the Roadside Assistance

service.

•

Schedule Dealer Appoi…

: Automatically sets an appointment date at your

dealer.

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Reading a message

If there is no message listed on the menu, each
category items are grayed out and cannot be
selected.

The message icon disappears once you read the
message.

However, the exclamation mark that indicates that
the message has a high priority remains.

•

: A read message with high priority.

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Message Options

The available options vary by message category.

You can delete all messages in a category at once.

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Customized Features

P. 315

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AcuraLink

®

*

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Features

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Dealer Appointments

You can confirm the scheduled appointment date when you receive a

Maintenance Minder

,

Recalls/Campaigns

, or

Diagnostic Information

message, or reschedule any existing appointments.

1.

Select a

Maintenance Minder

,

Recalls/Campaigns

,

Diagnostic Information

,

or

Scheduled Dealer Appointment

message.

2.

Rotate

to select

Schedule Dealer Appoi…

or

Reschedule Appoint…

(depending on the screen). Press

.

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A suggested time and date are displayed.

3.

Rotate

to select

Confirm Appointment

. Press

to accept the time and

date.

4.

Press

to select

OK

.

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Dealer Appointments

To set up an automated dealer appointment when a
regular maintenance is due, visit the Acura Owners
website at

owners.acura.com

(U.S.) or

www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink

(Canada), and set

the required option. A reminder message will be sent
as the date for the dealer appointment approaches. A
reminder message will also be sent if you schedule an
appointment online using Schedule Service
Appointment function.

If you are not satisfied with the proposed
appointment date and time, call your dealer directly.

To cancel the scheduled appointment, select

Cancel

Appointment

when a message is displayed.

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AcuraLink

®

*

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Features

You can confirm your AcuraLink subscription status.

1.

Press the

SETTINGS

button.

2.

Rotate

to select

AcuraLink Settings

,

then press

.

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Repeat the procedure to select

AcuraLink Subscription Status

.

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AcuraLink Subscription Status

Signal Strength

Item

Information

You can check the signal strength.

Current Contract

The AcuraLink subscription number and subscription level is
displayed.

Service

You can confirm the type of service.

Subscription

You can confirm the expiration date.

Status

The following message can be displayed:

●

Check Antenna

: There is a problem with the AcuraLink

antenna. Contact a dealer.

●

No Signal

: Signal is not received.

●

No data

: The signal is received, but some error has occurred

in the system.

●

OK

: The system is receiving the signal or traffic data

*

.

* Not available on all models

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Driving

This chapter discusses driving and refueling.

Before Driving

. . . . . . . . ... 424

Maximum Load Limit. . . . . . 427

Towing a Trailer

. . . . . . . . 429

When Driving

Starting the Engine . . . . . . .. 430
Dual Clutch Transmission . . . . . 436
Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . 437

Vehicle Stability Assist

TM

(VSA

®

), aka Electronic

Stability Control (ESC), System. . . ... 441

Blind spot information System

*

. . ...443

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .. 446

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -

Required Federal Explanation . . . 448

AcuraWatch

TM

. . . . . . . . ... 450

Collision Mitigation Braking System

TM

(CMBS

TM

) . . . . . . . . . ... 453

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). . . 463
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS). 478

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System .488

Front Sensor Camera . . . . . ... 493
Radar Sensor. . . . . . . . . 495

Braking

Brake System . . . . . . . . ... 496

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) . . ... 498

Parking Your Vehicle

When Stopped . . . . . . . . 500
Cross Traffic Monitor

*

. . . . . . 502

Multi-View Rear Camera

. . . . .. 505

Refueling

Fuel Information . . . . . . . .. 507
How to Refuel . . . . . . . . . 508

Fuel Economy and CO

2

Emissions

. 510

Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing

CO

2

Emissions. . . . . . . . 510

* Not available on all models

424

Driving

Before Driving

Driving Preparation

Check the following items before you start driving.

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Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.

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Remove any frost, snow, or ice.

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Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.

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When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.

•

Make sure the hood is securely closed.

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If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.

•

Make sure the tires are in good condition.

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Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.

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Checking and Maintaining Tires

P. 538

•

Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.

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There are blind spots from the inside.

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Exterior Checks

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Exterior Checks

NOTICE

When doors are frozen shut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.

Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.

Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable materials left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked your vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.

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Before Driving

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Driving Preparation

Driving

•

Store or secure all items on board properly.

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Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.

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Maximum Load Limit

P. 427

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Do not pile items higher than the seat height.

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They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.

•

Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.

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An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.

•

If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.

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They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.

•

Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.

2

Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside

P. 124

•

Adjust your seating position properly.

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Adjust the head restraint, too.

2

Adjusting the Seats

P. 158

2

Adjusting the Front and Rear Outer Head Restraint Positions

P. 162

•

Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly.

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Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.

2

Mirrors

P. 156

2

Adjusting the Steering Wheel

P. 153

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Interior Checks

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Interior Checks

The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk have the aiming readjusted
at a dealer or by a qualified technician.

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Before Driving

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Driving Preparation

Driving

•

Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the
seats.

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They can interfere with the driver's ability to operate the pedals, the operation
of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.

•

Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.

2

Fastening a Seat Belt

P. 37

•

Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the
vehicle, and go off soon after.

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Always have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.

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Indicators

P. 72

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Driving

Maximum Load Limit

The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the Tire
and Loading Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb.

This figure includes the total weight 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 amount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)

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Maximum Load Limit

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accessories, and all cargo.

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Specifications

P. 602

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle.

2

Specifications

P. 602

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WARNING

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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Maximum Load Limit

428

Driving

(5)

Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That weight 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 vehicle. 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 (GVWR) 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. 429

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.

2

Emergency Towing

P. 599