2006 Acura RSX oil viscosity

Make sure the API Certif ication Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
The oil’s viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your vehicle, to
improve cold weather starting and
f uel economy.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on the valve cover. Pour in
the oil slowly and caref ully so you do
not spill any. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a f ew
minutes, and recheck the oil level on
the engine oil dipstick. Do not f ill
above the upper mark; you could
damage the engine. Oil is major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements. It is
highly recommended that you use
Acura Precision Craf ted motor oil in
your vehicle.
RSX and Premium models
A dding Engine Oil
Recommended Oil
174
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
API CERTIFICATION SEAL Ambient Temperature

µAlways change the oil and f ilter
according to the recommendations in
the maintenance schedule. The oil
and f ilter collect contaminants that
can damage your engine if they are
not removed regularly.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals given in the maintenance
schedule.
An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is
pref erred f or improved f uel economy
and year-round protection in your
vehicle. You may use a 10W-30 oil if
the temperature in your area never
goes below 20°F ( 7°C). Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
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Type-SSynthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditivesChanging the Oil and Filter
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance
175
Ambient Temperature

Check the f luid level in the
reservoirs monthly.
Replace the brake f luid according to
the time recommendation in the
maintenance schedule.
Always use Acura Precision Craf ted
Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it
is not available, you should use only
DOT 3 or DOT 4 f luid, f rom a sealed
container, as a temporary
replacement.
Using any non-Acura brake f luid can
cause corrosion and decrease the lif e
of the system. Have the brake
system f lushed and ref illed with
Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Brake f luid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s
braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
transmission f iller bolt and caref ully
f eel inside the bolt hole with your
f inger. The f luid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Acura Precision Craf ted
Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to run out of the hole.
Reinstall the f iller bolt tighten it
securely.
If Acura MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
On vehicles with 5-speed/6-speed
manual transmission
Brake FluidManual T ransmission Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid and Brake Fluid
Maint enance
181
Correct level
FILLER BOLT

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Moonroof .79
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Closing Manually .219
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Operation .79
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Neutral Gear Position .152
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New Vehicle Break-in .133
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Normal Shif t Speeds .149
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NOTICE, Explanation of .i
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Numbers, Identif ication .228
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline .133
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Odometer .57
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Odometer, Trip .57
Oil ........................
Change, How to .175
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Change, When to .169
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Checking Engine .147
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Pressure Indicator .53,216
Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart .174,175
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ON (Ignition Key Position) .66 Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery .236
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Outside Mirrors .80
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Overheating, Engine .214
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Owner Maintenance Checks .168
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Panel Brightness Control .62
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Park Gear Position .152
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Parking .157
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Parking Brake .81
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator .53,218
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Parking Lights .61,187
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Parking Over Things that Burn .157
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Playing the Radio .93,106
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Playing a Disc .97,113
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Playing a Disc Changer .99,115
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Playing a Tape .102,110
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PGM-FI System .236
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Power Door Locks .67
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Power Socket Locations .83
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Power Windows .77
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .17 .........
Protecting Adults and Teens .13
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Additional Safety Precautions .18
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Advice f or Pregnant Women .17
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Protecting Children .28
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General Guidelines .28
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Protecting Inf ants .32
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Protecting Small Children .33
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Radiator Overheating .214
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Radio/Disc Sound System .92
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Readiness Codes .238
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement .189
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Rear Seat Access .72
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Rear Seat, Folding .73
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Rear View Mirror .79
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Rear Window Def ogger .62
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Rear Window Washer .60
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Rear Window Wiper .60
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Reclining the Seat Backs .71
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Recommended Shif t Speeds .149
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Reminder Indicators .52
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Remote Transmitter .69
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter .191
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Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the .203
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading .232
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Unleaded Gasoline .133
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of .177
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Vehicle Capacity Load .142
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Vehicle Dimensions .230
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Vehicle Identif ication Number .228
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Vehicle Storage .201
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VIN .228
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Viscosity, Oil .174
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WARNING, Explanation of .ii
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Warning Labels, Location of .46
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Warranty Coverages .241
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level .179
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Indicator .55
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Operation .60Wheels
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Adjusting the Steering .63
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Alignment and Balance .197
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Compact Spare .204
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Wrench .207
Windows ..................
Operating the Power .77
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Rear, Def ogger .62
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning .60
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Def roster .90
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Washers .60
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .192
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Operation .60
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Worn Tires .196
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing .225
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