The 2015 acura ilx sedan comes with one of two engine options. The brand was launched in the united states and canada on 27 march 1986, marketing luxury, performance, and highperformance vehicles. Acura has cancelled the tsx and tl models, replacing both with the new tlx. Using a transmission fluid other than acura atftype 2. The most notable exception was in 2014, when honda decided to forgo an inhouse designed transmission and chose the zf 9hp transmission for their acura tlx v6 model, later extending the offering of the zf transmission to the. The base model is equipped with a 150horsepower, 2. With the 2016 acura ilx going automaticonly, we bid farewell to stickshift.
For 2014 and 2015 the fwd and awd shared the same type of trans so the procedure is the same, they hold the same amount of atf too. There are two versions of the 2015 acura mdx on sale. If you buy a 2015 model or older, the ilx with the 2. Changing the fluid will be identical for any 8800 civic crx and integra 9001 with a b or d series engine. Acura fans saddened by 2015 tlx transmission recall.
Fuel economy is an underwhelming 22 mpg city31 mpg hwy. Long live the manual transmission updated comprehensive. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 70 2015 ilx models nationwide. The 2015 acura tlx is a brandnew midsizer intended to replace the. The tlx is priced like an entryluxury sedan but sized more like a midluxury sedan, and features the latest acura styling themes inside and out.
Its too bad this engine cant be had with acuras more precise dual clutch automatic 4 cyl only or a manual transmission. Used acura tl with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Along with a type s model, we would love for acura to offer the tlx with a manual transmission. A heavily refreshed 2016 model with a new powertrain and host of interior. For the transmission it only applies to the 6 speed auto not the zf 9 speed that is why the title only covers 20142015 since in 2016 the 6 speed was dropped for the zf 9 speed. The tlxs nine speed automatic transmission, developed by zf, weighs less and. Complete manual transmissions for acura tl for sale ebay. With the 2016 acura ilx giving up its sixspeed manual in favor of a new dualclutch transmission, the acura lineup will be without a manual transmission for the first time since the brands. Chevy offers a sevenspeed manual transmission in every trim of the 2019 corvette, from the 455horsepower v8 stingray to the 755horsepower supercharged v8 2019 chevrolet corvette zr1. These manuals require a valid vin and mailing address. St03 2015 mdx navigation manual without software update ver. The shawd v6 is best suited in day to day use for people looking for.
The manual transmission may be a technological dinosaur in the age of 10speed automatics and dualclutch automated transmissions, but. One year after debuting a completely redesigned mdx, acura makes no changes to the 2015 model. Oddly, the only transmission is the civic sis admittedly excellent 6speed manual, which will naturally limit the ilx 2. It was introduced to hong kong in 1991, mexico in 2004, china in 2006, russia in 2014 no longer available in russia and kuwait in 2015, and is also sold in ukraine. To purchase printed manuals, you can order online or contact. Transmission only 2005 123k acura tl sport manual transmission 6 speed mt 04 05 fits. A printed owners manual, navigation manual, and warranty booklet are complimentary to the first registered owner, up to six months after vehicle purchase. Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that is not equivalent to acura atftype 2.
The standard model is frontwheel drive, while the shawd model includes acuras super handling allwheeldrive system. There is, sadly, no manual transmission optionfor a clutch pedal, youll. Used acura with manual transmission for sale carmax. The worst complaints are jerks between gears, transmission jerkiness in stop and go traffic, and transmission jerks and. Used acura tsx with manual transmission for sale cargurus. It is what he uses to win races in his race cars with floor mounted shifters such as the. In our ranking of luxury sports cars, the kentuckybuilt. Using a properly formulated transmission fluid for your acura tlx can protect your vehicle from costly problems down the road.
We ran a search for 2015 model year and older ilx models, and. In 2015, acuras lineup will be autoonly for the first time ever. St02 2015 mdx owners manual revised 12122014 a printed owners manual, navigation manual, and warranty booklet are complimentary to the first registered owner, up to six months after vehicle purchase. How to change transmission fluid on honda acura youtube. Both frontwheel drive models fall into moderate to severe understeer at their cornering. Essentially, there are three different versions of the 2015 acura tlx from which to. Used acura tsx with manual transmission for sale on. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. The 2015 acura ilx, which serves as the brands entrylevel product, is a compact luxury sedan sold in three trim levels. Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your tlx, even in the most severe driving conditions. Honda has long built nearly all of its own automobile transmissions, unlike many other automobile manufacturers which often source transmissions from external sources. Heres why you should consider the acura ilx over a honda.
Dealer determined strut assembly even after tightening. Honda has issued a recall for 2015 models of the acura tlx v6 due to a potential issue with the cars transmission. Documents from the national highway traffic safety administration show that. The 2015 acura tlx gives you a choice of two engines. Acura initially selected models from honda japans long lineup of. The 2015 acura mdx doesnt feature the 9 speed zf transmission, thus the transmission, shift pattern, hill braking, and downshift transition when coming to a stop is much different than the 5 or 6. The 2015 acura tlx offers impressive performance, ample features, and smart value. Luxury cars and a manual transmission are typically not the norm, but acura is not your normal luxury automaker. A farewell to the stickshift acura automobile magazine.
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