KAX Engine & Cabin Air Filter Kit (CA11113 / CF10134) for 2012-2015 Honda Civic & 2013-2015 Acura ILX
Product description
If you drive a compatible Honda Civic or Acura ILX, this KAX engine + cabin air filter kit is basically meant to remove one annoying part of maintenance: remembering (and buying) filters separately. It bundles an engine air filter and a cabin air filter in one kit, so you can handle both areas of airflow at the same time.
On paper, it also leans into odor control by using coconut shell–activated charcoal in the cabin filter. That’s the kind of feature you’ll actually notice if you deal with stuffy air, daily commutes, or traffic-heavy routes.
The essentials
This is a 2-in-1 replacement kit made for specific vehicle applications: Honda Civic 2012-2015 with a 1.8L engine and Acura ILX 2013-2015 with a 2.0L engine. The kit includes 1 engine air filter and 1 cabin air filter, designed so you can do the job in one go instead of placing separate orders.
There’s also a stated maintenance rhythm: replace together every 12 months or every 12,000 miles (whichever comes first). The pitch makes sense—engine and cabin filters get neglected differently, but they’re both about air quality and airflow, so replacing both around the same time can keep your maintenance plan simple.
Where it shines for everyday driving
The “what you feel” part is the cabin side. The cabin filter uses coconut shell–activated charcoal and a multi-layer filtration approach, aimed at neutralizing unpleasant odors while helping maintain cleaner air inside the car. If you’ve ever opened the car door on a humid day and thought the interior air felt a bit off, this is the type of upgrade you may notice more quickly than you’d expect from a simple filter swap.
For the engine air filter, the kit is positioned around supporting optimal engine performance through premium filtration media and a multi-layer design. It’s not a performance chip or a big mechanical change, but in the filter world, that “fresh airflow” effect is the point.
And yes, installation is described as fast—about 5 minutes—so this is the kind of maintenance item that fits busy schedules.
What to watch out for (a couple realistic limitations)
This kit is only meant for the listed Honda Civic and Acura ILX applications. If your car is outside the specified years or engine size, it may not fit the way you need.
Also, activated charcoal helps with odor, but it’s not magic. If your cabin smells are caused by something else (like a spill, mold issue, or persistent source), a filter replacement can help, but it may not fully solve the root problem.
Key specs (practical buying info)
- Included filters: 1 Engine Air Filter + 1 Cabin Air Filter
- Vehicle applications: Honda Civic 2012-2015 (1.8L) and Acura ILX 2013-2015 (2.0L)
- Replacement references: CA11113 and CF10134
Getting the most from it
If you want the bundle to be more than just “another box of parts,” pair the replacement with a quick maintenance check. A good micro-routine looks like this: you replace the engine air filter, then immediately do the cabin filter so the car’s airflow system is refreshed both outside and inside. That way you’re not stuck halfway through the job, and you won’t end up waiting weeks to finish the cabin side.
Worth considering if you tend to forget cabin filter timing, or if you’d rather do one maintenance session and be done with it. If you’re the type who already replaces separately on different schedules, it can still work—but the main advantage here is convenience and keeping both filters aligned.
Mini FAQ
Does this kit replace both the cabin and engine air filters?
Yes. The kit is designed to include both an engine air filter and a cabin air filter in one purchase.
What vehicles is it for?
It’s listed for Honda Civic 2012-2015 with a 1.8L engine and Acura ILX 2013-2015 with a 2.0L engine.
What’s the odor-control angle?
The cabin air filter uses coconut shell–activated charcoal, intended to neutralize unpleasant odors while using multi-layer filtration.
How often should you replace the filters?
The replacement recommendation provided is every 12 months or every 12,000 miles, replacing together.
Final verdict
It’s a solid pick if you have one of the listed Civic/ILX applications and you want a straightforward bundle that covers both engine and cabin airflow at the same time—especially if you’re interested in the cabin filter’s charcoal-based odor neutralization.
You may want to skip it if your vehicle doesn’t match the specified years/engine sizes, or if you’re expecting a filter alone to fully eliminate deeper cabin odor causes. For most routine maintenance schedules, though, this kit’s “replace both together” approach is the main reason it deserves a spot on your next maintenance run.