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 2016 ILX.
The 2016 Acura ILX is a passenger car utilizing an Automatic (AM8) transmission that achieves EPA fuel economy estimates of 25/35/29 mpg while requiring 4.4 quarts of 0W-20 oil for maintenance. Ownership records show this model year accumulated 51 total owner complaints across six recalls, with Air Bags identified as the top complaint area. Contextualized within a 2013-2022 model history ranging from a highest count of 65 complaints in 2013 to a lowest of 3 in 2022, the 2016 ILX sits between the generation's extremes in reported issues
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 (AM8) |
| 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 4.4 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 30.0 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 | Use Honda Type 2 anti-freeze/coolant, |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 6.8 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.4 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | Honda part number 082069002 |
| Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) | 42.0 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 24 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 24 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 16 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 30.0 ft-lbs |
| Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts | 40 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 181 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 670-770 rpm |
| Ignition Timing | 8 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance | 2 degrees |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.83-0.95 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.50 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 410 cca |
| Pressure Test | 14-18 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 14-18 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 169-176 °F |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 50-57 psi |
| Engine Compression | 135 min. psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.008-0.010 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.010-0.011 in |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Rear: 17 /; Front: 37; Rear: 17 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 80; Rear: 55 |
| ABS Sensor Torque | 15 / NS |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | 0.063 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .906; Rear: .315 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
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.
The 2016 Acura ILX recorded 51 federal complaints and 6 recalls, interrupting the steady decline in complaints seen from 2013 through 2015. Compared with the surrounding years, 2016’s complaint count exceeds the 19 complaints of 2015 but remains below the 65 complaints of 2013, indicating a modest rebound rather than a sustained rise. The 2016 complaints concentrate in air‑bag (11) and service‑brake (5) categories, while fire‑related complaints are absent, and investigations taper off after that year. Consequently, the 2016 model is not the optimal choice for a used purchase.
All 51 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 6 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…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Honda owners may…
Showing 5 of 119 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B18-021 | 2026-02-28 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Driver's Airbag… |
| B20-047 | 2021-12-23 | Structure | Service Bulletin - This warranty extension applies only to 2016-18 ILX vehicles painted… |
| BPaS12052020901 | 2020-12-05 | Structure | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2018… |
| ONL6P811202020 | 2020-11-20 | Equipment | Owner Notification Letter - On some 2016-18 ILX models, the exterior paint around the… |
| BPaS11042020901 | 2020-11-04 | Structure | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2016-2018… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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4.4 qt of 0W-20 STARBURST, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 25 city / 35 highway / 29 combined mpg.