2006 Acura TL engine coolant

Fluid Locations
216
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
POWER STEERING
FLUID (Red cap)BRAKE FLUID
(Gray cap)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
ENGINE
COOLANT
RESERVOIR
RADIATOR CAP
CLUTCH FLUID
(Manual Transmission
only)

If the coolant level in the reserve
tank is at or below the MIN line, add
coolant to bring it up to between the
MIN and MAX lines. Inspect the
cooling system f or leaks.If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.
Always use Honda Long-lif e Anti-
f reeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant
is pre-mixed with 50 percent
antif reeze and 50 percent water.
Never add straight antifreeze or
plain water. If Honda antif reeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporaryreplacement.Makesureit
is a high-quality coolant
recommended f or aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causing the cooling system to
malf unction or f ail. Have the cooling
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda antif reeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
Engine Coolant
A dding Engine Coolant
Maint enance
221
RESERVE TANK
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.

When the radiator and engine are
cool, relieve any pressure in the
cooling system by turning the
radiator cap counterclockwise,
without pressing down.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise.
The coolant level should be up to
the base of the f iller neck. Addcoolant if it is low.
Pourthecoolantslowlyand
caref ully so you do not spill any.
Clean up any spill immediately; it
could damage components in the
engine compartment.
Put the radiator cap back on and
tighten it.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to half way between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
Check the f luid level in the
windshield washer reservoir at least
monthly during normal use. If the f luid level
is low, a message will be shown on
the multi-information display.
Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer f luid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents f reezing in cold weather.
When you ref ill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer f luid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition them.
3. 1.
2. 4.
5.
On Canadian models:
Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers
222
RADIATOR CAP
Do not use engine antif reeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer pump. Use only
commercially-available windshield
washer f luid.

If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
The pointer of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
If the vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming f rom under the hood.
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (see
on page ).
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood. Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in neutral
(manual) or Park (automatic), and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
the accessories, and turn on the
hazard indicators.
1.
2. 3.
4.
5.
263
If theEngineOverheats
Emergency
Towing
254
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.

Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (seeon page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark
(see
on
page ).
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator. Start the engine, and set the
interior temperature to maximum.
Add coolant to the radiator up to
the base of the f iller neck. If you
do not have the proper coolant
mixture available, you can add
plain water. Remember to have
the cooling system drained and
ref illed with the proper mixture as
soon as you can.
8. 9.
7.
11. 10.
6.
221
263
If theEngineOverheats
Emergency
Towing
A dding Engine CoolantT aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
255
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.

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Specif ications
270
Dimensions
Weights
Capacities Capacities
Air Conditioning 186.2 in (4,730 mm)
72.2 in (1,835 mm)
56.7 in (1,441 mm)
107.9 in (2,740 mm)
62.1 in (1,577 mm)
62.0 in (1,576 mm)
HFC-134a (R-134a)
17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) ND-OIL8
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
7.6 US qt (7.2
)
3.1 US qt (2.9)
5.3 US qt (5.0)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
0.16 US gal (0.6
)
2.3 US qt (2.2
)
2.6 US qt (2.5)
4.8 US qt (4.5
)
2.14 US gal (8.1
)
2.09 US gal (7.9)
1.66 US gal (6.3
)
1.69 US gal (6.4)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating
Fuel tank Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Manual
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type
See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
Approx.
Front
Rear
1:
2:Change
Manual
Automatic
Total Manual
Automatic
Change Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Vehicle
Canada Vehicle
1
2
17.1 US gal (64.7)

CONT INUED
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Accessories and Modif ications .181
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Accessories .181
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Modif ications .182
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .90
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Accessory Power Sockets .115
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Adding Engine Coolant .221
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Adding Engine Oil .218
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Additives, Engine Oil .219
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Airbag (SRS) .11,23
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Additional Information .23
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Servicing .32
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System Components .23
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Air Conditioning System .122
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Air Pressure, Tires .234
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Antif reeze .221
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .61,201
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Operation .201
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Anti-thef t, Audio System .151
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock .90
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Audio System .127
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Automatic Lighting Off Feature .86
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .21 .............
Automatic Speed Control .153
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Automatic Transmission .193
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Capacity, Fluid .270
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Checking Fluid Level .223
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Shif ting .193
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator .193
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Shif ting .193
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Shif t Lock Release .197
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .60,256
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Jump Starting .252
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Maintenance .240
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Specif ications .271
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Bef ore Driving .175
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Belts, Seat .10,20
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Beverage Holder .115
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .201
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Break-in, New Linings .176
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Fluid .225
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Parking .112
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System Indicator .60,258 ........................
Wear Indicators .200
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Braking System .200
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Break-in, New Vehicle .176
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Brightness Control, Instruments .85
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Brights, Headlights .84
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .230
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Fog Lights .227
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Specif ications .271
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Turn Signal Lights .228,229
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Bulbs, Halogen .227
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Capacities Chart .270
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .53
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Carrying, Cargo .183
Cassette Player ............................................
Care .149
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Operation .147
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CAUTION, Explanation of .ii
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Ceiling Light .113
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Certif ication Label .268
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Chains, tires .239
Index
A
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INDEX
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Changing Oil ........................................
How to .219
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When to .209
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Changing a Flat Tire .245
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Charging System Indicator .60,256
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving .188
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Childproof Door Locks .94
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Child Saf ety .34
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Booster Seats .50
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Child Seats .42
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Inf ants .39
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Large Children .49
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LATCH .44
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Risks with Airbags .35
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Small Children .40
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Tethers .47
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Where Should a Child Sit? .35
Cleaning .................................
Floor Mats .232
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Seat Belts .231
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Climate Control System .125
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Clock .112
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CO in the Exhaust .53
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Compact Spare tire .244
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Console Compartment .116
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Consumer Inf ormation .279 .............
Controls, Instruments and .57
Coolant
........................................
Adding .221
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Checking .180
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Proper Solution .221
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Temperature Gauge .66
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .274
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Cruise Control Indicator .62
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Cruise Control Operation .153
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Cup Holders .115
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Customer Relations Of f ice .280
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DANGER, Explanation of .ii
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Dashboard .4,58
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Daytime Running Lights .84
Daytime Running Light
...................................
Indicator .63
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .282
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Def ogger, Rear Window .87
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Def rosting the Windows .124
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Dimensions .270
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Dimming the Headlights .84 Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission .223
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Engine Oil .179
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Directional Signals .84
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators .200
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Disc Changer .140
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Disc Changer Error Messages .146
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Disposal of Used Oil .220
Doors ..............................
Monitor Light .69
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Power Door Locks .92
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .272
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Driver and Passenger Safety .7
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Driving .187
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Economy .180
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .103
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Economy, Fuel .186
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Emergencies on the Road .243
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Battery, Jump Starting .252
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Brake System Indicator .258
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Changing a Flat Tire .245
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Charging System Indicator .256
Index
D
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