Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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2018 Acura ILX
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2018 Acura ILXSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 0.90 LBS. | 0.4 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 4.10 QTS. | 3.88 L | ACURA Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-TYPE 2.0 | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | ACURA Heavy Duty DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 1.71 GALS. | 6.47 L | 50/50 mix of HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 and distilled water | Change including the remaining 0.166 US gal. (0.63l) in reserve tank. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 4.60 QTS. | 4.35 L | Genuine ACURA Motor Oil API Premium-grade SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/o Filter | 4.40 QTS. | 4.16 L | Genuine ACURA Motor Oil API Premium-grade SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 13.20 GALS. | 49.96 L | Unleaded gasoline. Pump octane 91 or higher | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 2.60 QTS. | 2.46 L | S | ||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.