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 RLX Hybrid.
The 2017 Acura RLX Hybrid is a passenger car pairing a hybrid powertrain with a seven-speed automated manual transmission (AM-S7) and EPA ratings of 29 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 29 mpg combined. Its 0W-20 API oil specification and 4.5-quart sump capacity reflect the maintenance profile typical of Acura's flagship sedan. With only three owner complaints on record—centered on steering and suspension—and zero recalls, this model year stands as one of the more trouble-free entries in the RLX Hybrid's history, suggesting that used buyers can approach it with reasonable confidence in long-term durability.
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 24F · 550 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-S7) |
| Overall length | 196.5 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Overall height | 57.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Curb weight | 4365 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 64.2 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 57/43 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 29 / 30 / 29 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 102 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 15 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.5 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 94 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.3 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.7 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 9.7 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 4.96 |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 3.0 ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 3.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) | 68.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) | 68.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Differential Fill Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Differential drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Driveshaft Flange to Transmission | 56.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 94 ft-lbs |
| Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts | 40.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 36.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 680 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 950 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 | 16.0-17.8 lbs |
| Oil Type | ND 8 oil |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 15.34-17.11 lbs |
| Oil Type | ND 11 oil |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 24F |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 550 cca |
| 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: 26 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 101; Rear: 80 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 53; Rear: 26 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 101; Rear: 80 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | 0.063 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: 1.024; Rear: 0.315 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Stamped on rotor |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | 0.0006 |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Prep 3471cc Liter Engine: Step 1: 48 ft. lbs.
| 2 | + 60 degrees. 3493cc Liter Engine: Step 1: 52 ft. lbs. | 60 degrees |
| 2 | Turn an additional 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Loosen Bolt | |
| 4 | 89 ft. lbs. | 89 ft. lbs |
| 5 | Turn an additional 90 | |
Prep Bearing cap bolts:
| 1 | 30.0 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 47 degrees; Side bolts: 36.0 ft. lbs. | 47 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.
Owner complaints about the 2017 Acura RLX Hybrid dominate in one area — the steering,suspension, 1 of 3 reports (33%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 1 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the steering,suspension pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.
All 3 complaints on record, top 3 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 50 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B16-008 | 2024-09-04 | Engine | Service Bulletin - Drivers may experience a chirping sound coming from the engine area… |
| ONL6R508212023 | 2023-08-21 | Steering | Warranty Extension - Under certain circumstances, abnormal noise may be heard from the… |
| ONL6R507142023 | 2023-07-14 | Steering | Owner Notification Letter - Under certain circumstances, abnormal noise may be heard from… |
| BBOM06092023901 | 2023-06-09 | Steering | Dealer Message - Due to manufacturing errors, abnormal noise may be heard from the rear… |
| B23-022 | 2023-06-09 | Steering | Service Bulletin - Due to manufacturing errors, abnormal noise may be heard from the rear… |
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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4.5 qt of API certified motor oil for gasoline engines Acura Motor Oil: 0W-20, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 29 city / 30 highway / 29 combined mpg.