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3-2Lubricants and Fluids
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
For details of the lubrication points and the type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and the various work procedures (such
as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each section.
A Engine Acura Motor Oil:
K20Z2: P/N CA66808 (5W-20)
K20Z3: P/N CA66807 (5W-30)
Look for the API certification seal on the oil container. Make sure it says ‘‘For
Gasoline Engines.’’ SAE viscosity: See chart.
B Manual transmission Acura Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF): P/N 08798-9033C Always use Acura MTF. Using motor oil can cause stiffer shifting because it
does not contain the proper additives.
Automatic transmission Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF-Z1): P/N CA66704 Always use Acura ATF-Z1. Using a non-Acura ATF can affect shift quality.
C
D Brake system (including VSA lines)
Clutch system (manual transmission) Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid: P/N 08798-9008
Always use Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can
cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system.
E F
G H I
J
K Brake booster clevis pin
Clutch master cylinder clevis pin (manual
transmission)
Release fork (manual transmission)
Battery terminals
Fuel fill door
Trunk hinges
Hood hinges and hood latch Multipurpose Grease
L
M Shift cable ends (manual transmission)
Caliper piston seal and boot, caliper pins and boots Honda Silicone Grease: P/N 08C30-B0234M
N Air conditioning compressor Compressor Oil: SP-10 (P/N 38897-P13-A01AH) for refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a)
O Cooling system Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2: P/N CA66688
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3-7
Maintenance Main Items
If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every
year.
NOTE:
Replace the brake fluid every 3 years independent of the maintenance messages in the information display.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2 or 3, only if they are noisy.
A Replace engine oil (see page 8-10).
Engine oil capacity without oil filter:
K20Z2: 4.0 L (4.2 US qt)
K20Z3: 4.2 L (4.4 US qt)
B Replace engine oil and oil filter (see page 8-11). Engine oil capacity with oil filter:
K20Z2: 4.2 L (4.4 US qt)
K20Z3: 4.4 L (4.6 US qt)
Check front and rear brakes (see page 19-3). Check pad and disc for wear (thickness), damage, and cracks.
Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mounting bolts.
Check parking brake adjustment (see page 19-7). Check the number of clicks (8 to 10) when the parking brake lever is pulled with 196 N (20 kgf,
44 lbf) of force.
Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and gearbox boots (see page 17-5). Check steering linkage.
Check boots for damage and leaking grease.
Check fluid lines for damage and leaks.
Inspect suspension components (see page 18-3). Check bolts for tightness.
Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage.
Inspect driveshaft boots (see page 16-4). Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness.
Inspect brake hoses and lines including VSA lines (see page 19-37). Check the master cylinder and VSA modulator-control unit for damage or leakage.
Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids. Engine coolant (see page 10-7)
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF-Z1) (see page 14-231)
Manual transmission fluid (MTF)
5M/T (see page 13-5), 6M/T (see page 13-82)
Clutch fluid (see page 12-7)
Brake fluid (see page 19-9)
Windshield washer fluid (see page 22-234)
Inspect exhaust system: K20Z2 (see page 9-13), K20Z3 (see page 9-14)
Check catalytic converter heat shields, exhaust pipes, and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness.
Inspect fuel lines (see page 11-326) and connections (see page 11-328). Check for loose connections, cra cks, and deterioration; retighten loose connections and replace
damaged parts.
NOTE: According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with an asterisk ( ) will
not void the client’s emissions warranties. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be done at the
recommended interval, to ensure long-term reliability.
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6-speed manual transmission
12-7
Clutch Hydraulic System Bleeding
B
A A
8N·m
(0.8 kgf·m,
5.8 lbf·ft)
A
8N·m
(0.8 kgf·m,
5.8 lbf·ft)
NOTE: Do not reuse the drained fluid. Always use Acura DOT 3 Brake Fluid from an unopened container.
Using a non-Acura brake fluid can cause corrosion
and shorten the life of the system.
Do not mix different brands of brake fluid; they may not be compatible.
Make sure the brake fluid is not contaminated with dirt or other foreign matter.
Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint or plastic. If brake fluid does contact the
paint or plastic, wash it off immediately with water.
If may be necessary to limit the movement of the release fork with a block of wood to remove all the air
from the system.
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
1. Make sure the brake fluid level in the clutch reservoir (A) is at the MAX (upper) l evel line (B).2. Attach the one end of a clear tube to the bleeder
screw (A), and put the other end into a container.
Loosen the bleeder screw to allow air to escape
from the system.
3. Make sure there is an adequate supply of fluid in the reservoir, then slowly push the clutch pedal all
the way down. Before releasing the pedal, have an
assistant temporarily tighten the bleeder screw.
Loosen the bleeder screw, and push the pedal
down again. Repeat this step until no more bubbles
appear at the clear tube.
NOTE: Make sure the fluid level on the reservoir
does not go below MIN.
4. Tighten the bleeder screw securely.
5. Refill the brake fluid in the reservoir to the MAX (upper) l evel line.
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Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement
C BA A
B
A
C B
NOTE:
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint or plastic. If brake fluid does contact the
paint or plastic, wash it off immediately with water.
1. Remove the brake fluid from the clutch master cylinder reservoir with a syringe or other suitable
device.
2. Do the battery removal procedure (see page 22-69).
3. Remove the driver’s dashboard undercover (see page 20-103).
4. Remove the air cleaner assembly (see page 11-345).
5. Remove the battery base.
6. Pry out the lock pin (A), and pull the clevis pin (B) out of the clevis. Remove the master cylinder
mounting nuts (C). 7. Remove the cowl cover and the under-cowl panel
(see page 20-163).
8. Remove the clutch line bracket (A).
9. Remove the clutch line from the clamps (B).
10. Remove the clutch master cylinder (A) with the clutch line (B) and the reservoir hose (C).
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Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement (cont’d)
C
DB
A
E
F
(P/N 08C30-B0234M)D
E
B C
A A
UP
13mm
(0.04 0.12 in.) 13mm
(0.04 0.12 in.) LEFT
SIDE
B
C
B
A
11. Remove the reservoir hose (A), then remove the
retaining clip (B) for disconnecting the clutch line
(C) from the clutch master cylinder (D). Plug or
wrap the end of the reservoir hose and the clutch
line with a clean shop towel to prevent brake fluid
from coming out.
NOTE: Inspect the hose. If the hose has damage,
leaks, interference, or twisting, replace it.
12. Remove the O-ring (E) and the clutch master cylinder seal (F) from the clutch master cylinder.
13. Install a new O-ring (A) on the clutch line (B), then apply silicone grease (P/N 08C30-B0234M) to the
end of the clutch line. Install the clutch line in the
clutch master cylinder (C) with a new retaining clip
(D).
NOTE: Make sure not to get any silicone grease on
the terminal part of the connectors and switches,
especially if you have silicone grease on your
hands or gloves.
14. Install the reservoir hose (E). 15. Make sure the hose clamps (A) are positioned on
the master cylinder (B) and the reservoir (C) as
shown.
16. To prevent the retaining clip (A) from coming off, pry apart the tip (B) of the clip with a screwdriver.
Replace.
Replace.
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12-14 Clutch
Slave Cylinder Replacement
B
A
B C
A A
B
DC
(P/N 08798-9002)
(P/N 08C30-B0234M)
A
B (P/N 08798-9002)
C D
E
22 N·m
(2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)
NOTE:
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint or plastic. If brake fluid does contact the
paint or plastic, wash it off immediately with water.
Make sure not to get any silicone grease on the terminal part of the connectors and switches,
especially if you have silicone grease on your hands
or gloves.
1. Remove the clutch line bracket (A) and the slave cylinder (B).
2. Remove the roll pins (A). Disconnect the clutch line (B), and remove the O-ring (C). Plug or wrap the
end of the clutch line with a clean shop towel to
prevent brake fluid from coming out. 3. Install a new O-ring (A) on the clutch line (B), then
connect the clutch line to the slave cylinder (C).
4. Set in new roll pins (D) to the slave cylinder.
5. Pull back the boot (A), and apply s ilicone grease
(P/N 08C30-B0234M) to the boot and the slave
cylinder pushrod (B). Reinstall the boot.
6. Apply a light coat of super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the pushrod of the slave
cylinder (C) and the release fork (D).
7. Install the slave cylinder and the clutch line bracket (E).
Replace.
Replace.
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12-1512-15
A
B
A CB
8. Do the clutch hydraulic system bleeding (see page12-7).
9. Check the clutch operation and check for leaks.
10. Test-drive the vehicle. NOTE:
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint or plastic. If brake fluid does contact the
paint or plastic, wash it off immediately with water.
Make sure not to get any silicone grease on the terminal part of the connectors and switches,
especially if you have silicone grease on your hands
or gloves.
1. Remove the clutch line bracket (A) and the slave cylinder (B).
2. Remove the roll pins (A). Disconnect the clutch line (B), and remove the O-ring (C). Plug or wrap the
end of the clutch line with a clean shop towel to
prevent brake fluid from coming out.
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12-1512-15
A
B
A CB
8. Do the clutch hydraulic system bleeding (see page12-7).
9. Check the clutch operation and check for leaks.
10. Test-drive the vehicle. NOTE:
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint or plastic. If brake fluid does contact the
paint or plastic, wash it off immediately with water.
Make sure not to get any silicone grease on the terminal part of the connectors and switches,
especially if you have silicone grease on your hands
or gloves.
1. Remove the clutch line bracket (A) and the slave cylinder (B).
2. Remove the roll pins (A). Disconnect the clutch line (B), and remove the O-ring (C). Plug or wrap the
end of the clutch line with a clean shop towel to
prevent brake fluid from coming out.
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