All years and trims covered — 2013 through 2022. Discontinued after 2022, replaced by the Integra. Parts still available. AcuraWatch recalibration performed in-house. Free mobile service throughout Los Angeles.
The most important things to know before you call, regardless of your ILX's year or trim.
The ILX was a single-generation model. AcuraWatch availability depends on your year and trim package.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| AcuraWatch / ADAS | Available 2016+ (Technology+); Standard Premium/A-Spec 2019+ |
| Pre-2016 Models | No ADAS — no forward camera, no calibration needed |
| Calibration Type | Static — on equipped models only. 1–2 hours |
| Safety Features Affected | Collision Mitigation Braking, Lane Keeping Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Road Departure Mitigation, Forward Collision Warning |
| Glass Type | Standard laminated windshield — compact sedan |
| Discontinued | After 2022 model year — replaced by the Acura Integra |
| Parts Availability | Still available — both OEM and aftermarket glass readily in stock |
| Cost — Non-ADAS | $230 – $440 (glass + labor + moldings) |
| Cost — With AcuraWatch + calibration | $600 – $1,200 total |
| Installation Time | 60–90 min glass only · 2.5–4 hours with calibration |
Every cost component broken out. No surprise charges on your bill.
For any AcuraWatch-equipped ILX where the total reaches $600–$1,200, your comprehensive coverage almost certainly covers the full job — glass and calibration — with little or no out-of-pocket cost.
📋 Start Your Insurance Claim →For AcuraWatch-equipped ILX models, glass quality directly affects ADAS calibration reliability.
| Brand | Our Status | ADAS Safe? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilkington | Our First Choice | Yes | Consistent optical clarity; reliable calibration compatibility on Honda/Acura |
| Fuyao / FYG (Ohio plant) | Our First Choice | Yes | OEM supplier for Honda/Acura — same factories supplying the assembly line |
| AGC | Approved | Yes | Approved glass manufacturer; reliable ADAS compatibility |
| Vitro / PGW | Approved | Yes | Reliable backup when preferred brands back-ordered |
| XYG / Benson | Rare / Last Resort | Non-ADAS only | Not our preference. Used only on non-ADAS ILX models when preferred brands unavailable. |
AcuraWatch uses the same camera technology as Honda Sensing®.
| AcuraWatch Feature | Uses Windshield Camera? | Affected by Replacement? |
|---|---|---|
| Collision Mitigation Braking | Yes | Camera angle may shift |
| Lane Keeping Assist | Yes | Camera angle may shift |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Camera angle may shift |
| Road Departure Mitigation | Yes | Camera angle may shift |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Camera angle may shift |
Acura requires calibration after every windshield replacement on AcuraWatch-equipped ILX models.
Our recommendation: If you're using insurance, calibrate — cost is covered. If you're paying out of pocket, a non-calibrated replacement is a reasonable choice if the system was working perfectly before.
Common questions from Acura ILX owners.
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We'll confirm your exact part number and price — usually within the hour.
We'll review your ILX's details and call or text you back within the hour during business hours.
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