{"product_id":"aluminum-radiator-for-acura-ilx-2013-2015-2-4l","title":"Aluminum Radiator for Acura ILX (2013-2015) 2.4L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Efficiency 3-Row Aluminum Performance Radiator for 2013-2015 Acura ILX (DE1)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The all-aluminum 3-row performance radiator replaces the failure-prone factory cooling unit on the 2013-2015 Acura ILX to eliminate thermal degradation and maintain optimal operating temperatures under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Acura ILX Cooling System Limitation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory radiators installed in the \u003cstrong\u003eDE1\u003c\/strong\u003e platform utilize plastic composite end tanks crimped onto a thin single-row aluminum core. Over continuous thermal cycling and elevated operating pressures, these molded plastic tanks degrade, embrittle, and hairline crack along the crimp seam or inlet necks. Furthermore, the limited coolant capacity of the stock core easily succumbs to heat soak during aggressive, high-RPM driving, causing coolant temperatures to spike and triggering defensive ECU timing pull.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drop-in upgrade features an all-aluminum 3-row tube-and-fin core engineered to significantly expand total fluid volume and heat dissipation surface area. By replacing failure-prone crimped plastic with precision 100% TIG-welded structural aluminum end tanks, this assembly resists core fatigue, pressure spikes, and catastrophic burst failures. Internal tube geometry maximizes flow dynamics to counter thermal buildup, keeping high-revving \u003cstrong\u003eK24Z7\u003c\/strong\u003e powerplants operating precisely within their optimal temperature threshold. It drops directly into OE mounts with no chassis modification required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Direct-Fit All-Aluminum 3-Row Performance Radiator\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProtective port caps (pre-installed for shipping)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2013-2015 Acura ILX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eK24Z7\u003c\/strong\u003e (2.4L) \/ \u003cstrong\u003eDE1\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e201 hp \/ 170 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDPI 13221\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCU13221\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eQ13221\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eREA13221\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2013 Acura ILX 2.4L Base \/ Dynamic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2014 Acura ILX 2.4L Base \/ Dynamic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2015 Acura ILX 2.4L Base \/ Dynamic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the DE1 ILX?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2013-2015 Acura ILX equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eK24Z7\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4L engine. \u003cstrong\u003eThis product is not a universal radiator and is specified exclusively for the 2.4L applications above; verify hose routing and transmission cooler requirements before purchase.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to bleed the cooling system after installing this radiator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a complete coolant flush, fresh coolant mixture fill, and thorough air-bleed procedure are required to prevent air pockets from damaging your engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Acura Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for high-revving JDM applications, this all-aluminum core ensures your naturally aspirated VTEC powertrain maintains maximum thermal headroom whether carving backroads or stuck in heavy traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67552611664120,"sku":"DS-EW5KCTGQV","price":149.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/aluminum-radiator-for-acura-ilx-2013-2015-2-4l-1.jpg?v=1790817248","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/aluminum-radiator-for-acura-ilx-2013-2015-2-4l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}