Acura ILX Hybrid Warning Lights: What They Mean

Red: stop or act now

Brake System Indicator (Red)

Brake fluid is low or the brake system has a malfunction.
What to do: Press brake pedal lightly to check it. If normal, check fluid at next stop; if abnormal, act immediately and have the vehicle repaired. PDF page 339

Other warnings and indicators

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Engine oil pressure is low. Running like this can quickly cause serious mechanical damage.
What to do: Stop immediately in a safe place, shut off engine, wait one minute, check oil and add as needed. If light stays on over 10 seconds, call a dealer. PDF page 337

Charging System Indicator

The 12 volt battery is not being charged.
What to do: Turn off climate control, rear defogger and other electrical loads, and contact a dealer immediately. Do not turn off the engine if stopping temporarily. PDF page 337

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Emissions control problem or loose/missing fuel cap when on; engine misfire detected when blinking.
What to do: If on, avoid high speeds and see a dealer at once. If blinking, park safely and let the engine cool at least ten minutes. PDF page 338

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator

Problem with the ABS if it comes on at any time other than briefly at start-up. Normal braking remains, without anti-lock function.
What to do: Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. PDF page 74

Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator

There is a problem with the electric power steering system.
What to do: Stop safely and restart the engine. If it stays on, have a dealer inspect the vehicle immediately. PDF page 339

IMA Indicator

There is a problem with the hybrid system.
What to do: Avoid high speeds and have a dealer inspect the vehicle immediately. PDF page 340

Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator

A tire is significantly low. Blinking then staying on means a TPMS problem or compact spare installed.
What to do: Stop safely and set tire pressure to spec. If blinking, have a dealer inspect the tire soon. PDF page 340

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

You or the front passenger has not fastened a seat belt; blinks with a beeper while driving.
What to do: Fasten seat belts. If it stays on after buckling, have a dealer check the sensor. PDF page 74

Low Fuel Indicator

Fuel is running low (about 1.9 US gal/7.5 L left); blinking indicates a fuel gauge problem.
What to do: Refuel as soon as possible; if blinking, have a dealer check the vehicle. PDF page 74

Door and Trunk Open Indicator

A door or the trunk is not completely closed.
What to do: Close all doors and the trunk. PDF page 76

Auto Idle Stop Indicator

Blinks while Auto Idle Stop is operating and the engine has automatically shut off. PDF page 76

Summarized in our own words from the 2014 Acura ILX Hybrid owner's manual (AI-assisted; every light name was matched against its cited page 2026-10-18). Your vehicle may not have every light, and other years can differ. A red warning that stays on usually means stop safely and check: your manual has the final word.