Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 ILX.
The 2017 Acura ILX is a passenger car that requires 4.6 qt of 0W‑20 API engine oil and is paired with an Automatic (AM‑S8) transmission, delivering EPA‑rated fuel economy of 25/35/29 mpg. It logged twenty owner complaints for the year, with the leading area listed as “Unknown or Other,” and was subject to four recalls. Compared with the ILX’s complaint history from 2013 through 2022—where the peak was sixty‑five complaints in 2013 and the trough fell to three complaints in 2022—the 2017 model sits toward the lower‑end of that range, indicating a generally reliable but not flawless entry in the nameplate’s timeline.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 51R · 410 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S8) |
| Overall length | 181.9 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in |
| Overall height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3120 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 59.4 / 59.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 60/40 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 25 / 35 / 29 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 89 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the ILX of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 2.4L Technology Plus & A-SPEC Package 2.4L I-4 | 6.60 sec | 15.20 sec | 201 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | 2.4L Technology Plus & A-SPEC Package 2.4L I-4 | 6.80 sec | 15.20 sec | 201 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | 2.4L Technology Plus & A-SPEC Package 2.4L I-4 | 7.10 sec | 14.70 sec | 201 hp | FWD |
| 2015 | 2.0L Technology Package 2.0L I-4 | 8.30 sec | 16.60 sec | 150 hp | FWD |
| 2014 | 2.4L Premium Package 2.4L I-4 | 6.70 sec | 15.20 sec | 201 hp | FWD |
| 2013 | 2.4L Premium Package 2.4L I-4 | 6.40 sec | 15.00 sec | 201 hp | FWD |
| 2013 | 2.4L Premium Package 2.4L I-4 | 6.40 sec | 14.90 sec | 201 hp | FWD |
| 2013 | 2.4L Premium Package 2.4L I-4 | 6.90 sec | 15.40 sec | 201 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.6 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 4.3 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Engine Coolant | Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 6.88 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.6 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | Use Honda part number 08206-9002 |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 10.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | 55.0 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts | 40.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 181.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 181.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 720 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.039-0.043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 13.2-15.0 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | SP-10 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.56 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 410 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 64 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 57 |
| Engine Compression | 135 MINIMUM; 29 MAXIMUM VARIATION. psi |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 37; Rear: 17 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 17; Rear: 55 |
| ABS Sensor Torque | 8.5 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | 0.063 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: 0.906; Rear: 0.315 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Stamped on rotor |
| Vented Rotor Maximum Scoring Depth | Stamped on rotor |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | 0.0006 |
| 1 | 48 inch lbs. | 48 in |
| 2 | 30 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 120 degrees | 120 degrees |
| 1 | 37.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: + 90 | 37 ft. lbs |
Prep Bearing cap bolts:
| 1 | 26.0 ft. lbs. | 26 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 41 degrees; 8MM bolts: 16.0 ft. lbs. | 41 degrees |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
In 2017 the vehicle generated 20 federal complaints, which is fewer than the 51 complaints recorded in 2016 and slightly below the 23 complaints recorded in 2018. Recalls also declined to 4 in 2017, matching the 4 recalls of 2018 but remaining below the 6 recalls seen in 2016. The complaint and recall totals have been on a downward trajectory since the 2016 peak, with 2017 representing the low point of that three‑year span. The 2017 complaints were concentrated in “Unknown Or Other” (4) and “Service Brakes” (3), while fire‑related complaints were absent. Given the lower complaint volume and the absence of fire incidents, the 2017 model year appears to be a reasonable purchase, though buyers should verify that any brake‑related service records are up to date.
All 20 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura ILX vehicles. The vehicles may have a deformed fuel tank, raising the height of the fuel pump and allowing the fuel level float to stick, possibly… Remedy: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer…
Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Acura ILX vehicles. Excessive grease may prevent the set-ring on the half shaft from fully engaging, allowing the driveshaft to separate from the half… Remedy: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, as necessary, replace the driveshaft and half shaft, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2019. Owners may contact…
Showing 5 of 90 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTI&01222022901 | 2022-01-22 | Suspension | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021… |
| BTI&01032022907 | 2022-01-03 | Suspension | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021… |
| B20-047 | 2021-12-23 | Structure | Service Bulletin - This warranty extension applies only to 2016-18 ILX vehicles painted… |
| BTI&12142021 | 2021-12-14 | Suspension | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021… |
| BTI&11292021906 | 2021-11-29 | Suspension | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2021… |
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4.6 qt of Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with-an API Certification Seal on the-container., per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 25 city / 35 highway / 29 combined mpg.