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 2014 ILX Hybrid.
The 2014 Acura ILX Hybrid is a passenger car that pairs its hybrid system with an Automatic (AV-S7) transmission to deliver a uniform EPA estimate of 38/38/38 mpg, while its engine requires a modest 3.8 quarts of 0W-20 API oil. Looking at where this model year sits in the vehicle's reliability history, it represents a remarkably stable chapter with only a single recall and one owner complaint spanning the steering and air bags. For researchers, this sparse fault record indicates that the 2014 ILX Hybrid is a relatively trouble-free iteration, defined far more by its consistent fuel efficiency than by mechanical concerns.
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 151R · 340 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 (AV-S7) |
| Overall length | 178.7 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in |
| Overall height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Curb weight | 2989 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 59.1 / 59.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 60/40 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 38 / 38 / 38 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 89 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 3.8 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.6 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.8 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.9 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 8mm Bolts: 16 ft-lbs, 6mm Bolts: 9 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 32 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | AT: 54, MT: 76 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 24 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 16 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 30.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 181 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 133 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 750 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 650 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 750 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 750 rpm |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.83-0.94 lbs |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 3.0 oz |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.83-0.95 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Pressure Test | 14-18 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 14-18 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 169-176 °F |
| Pressure Test | 14-16 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 14-18 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 176-183 °F |
| Pressure Test | 14-18 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 14-18 psi |
| Brake Application | WITH FN 3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 17 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 25 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 17 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 55 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | 0.063 in |
| 1 | 7ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 7 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs., Step 2: 120 | 30 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 27 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 27 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 52 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 52 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 37 ft. lbs., step 2: 90 | 37 ft. lbs |
Prep Inspect the diameter of the used bolts at 45mm and 50mm from the end of the bolt. If the bolt diameter is less than 0.417 (10.6mm), replace the bolt.
| 1 | 29.0 ft. lbs. | 29 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | If using new bolts, tighten an additional 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Prep Lubricate bolts with fresh engine oil
| 1 | 21.0 ft. lbs. | 21 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 130.0 degrees | 130 degrees |
Prep Inspect the diameter of the used bolts at 45mm and 50mm from the end of the bolt. If the bolt diameter is less than 0.417 (10.6mm), replace the bolt.
| 1 | 30.0 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | If using new bolts, tighten an additional 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 18 ft. lbs., Step 2: 40 | 18 ft. lbs |
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 2014 Acura ILX Hybrid marks the second year of this generation, and the federal record shows a slight improvement over the 2013 model: recalls dropped from two to one, and technical service bulletins (TSBs) fell from 30 to 25. However, complaints rose from zero to one, specifically involving steering and air bags, though no crashes or fires were reported. The two investigations carried over unchanged from 2013, indicating ongoing regulatory scrutiny without escalation. The data does not specify the root cause of the single complaint, so it's unclear if it represents an isolated incident or a pattern. Overall, the 2014 sits at a marginally better point in the generation's arc than the 2013, with fewer recalls and TSBs but a lone complaint that warrants attention. This is a cautiously acceptable buy if you prioritize the lower recall and TSB counts, but the unresolved steering/air bag issue means a thorough pre-purchase inspection is advisable.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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 25 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B18-020 | 2026-02-28 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - Warranty Extension: Customer Support Program For Driver's Airbag… |
| B18-020 | 2022-04-08 | Air Bags | Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating… |
| B18-020 | 2022-03-01 | Equipment | Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating… |
| B18-020 | 2019-12-11 | Air Bags | Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating… |
| B19050B | 2019-05-16 | Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | ServiceNews Article - When removing and installing a cable reel, you need to keep both… |
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3.8 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 38 city / 38 highway / 38 combined mpg.