2008 Acura MDX oil filter

This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
If you have the skills and tools to
perf orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.
This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
maintenance minder messages on
the multi-information display, and
instructions f or simple maintenance
tasks you may want to take care of
yourself .......................
Maintenance Saf ety .382
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Maintenance Minder .383
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Fluid Locations .391
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Engine Compartment Cover .392
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Adding Engine Oil .393
Changing the Engine Oil and
...........................................
Filter .394
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Engine Coolant .396
....................
Windshield Washers .398
....
Automatic Transmission Fluid .399
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Brake Fluid .401
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Power Steering Fluid .402
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Timing Belt .402
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Lights .403
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Dust and Pollen Filter .409
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Cleaning the Seat Belts .409
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Floor Mats .410
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Wiper Blades .411
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Tires .415
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Checking the Battery .421
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Vehicle Storage .422
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Maintenance
Maint enance
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Maintenance Minder
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Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission and transfer fluid
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace rear differential fluid
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A B 1
2
3
4
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If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12
months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first
column on page .
Independent of the maintenance messages in the multi-information
display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 389
If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from
diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km).
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every
60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km (Canada).
Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle
speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of
mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. This requires
differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you
regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles
(12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
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NOTE :
Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions
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Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
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.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the multi-
inf ormation display. The oil and f ilter
collect contaminants that can
damage your engine if they are not
removed regularly.
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 shown on the multi-
inf ormation display.
1.2.
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
Changing the Engine Oil and
Filter
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
394
WASHER
DRAIN BOLT
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Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is
not stuck to the engine block. If it
is, remove it bef ore installing a
new oil f ilter. Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Make sure to clean of f any dirt
and dust on the connecting
surf ace of a new oil f ilter.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
9.
8.
7.
6.
4.
5.
3.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Maint enance
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OIL FILTER
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
4.5 US qt (4.3
) Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container, and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
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Specif ications
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Dimensions
Air Conditioning
Weights
Capacities
Seating Capacities 1.93 US gal (7.3
)
2.43 US gal (9.2)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
3.0 US qt (2.8)
8.3 US qt (7.9)
190.7 in (4,844 mm)
77.0 in (1,955 mm)
68.2 in (1,733 mm)
21.00 US gal (79.5
)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track 108.3 in (2,750 mm)
67.7 in (1,720 mm)
67.5 in (1,715 mm)
See the tire information label atta-
ched to the driver’s doorjamb. 10,053 lbs (4,560 kg)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
2.9 US qt (2.7)
0.4 US qt (0.4
)
0.4 US qt (0.4)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
6.1 US qt (5.8)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
0.18 US gal (0.7
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation.
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
21.2 22.9 oz (600 650 g) ND-OIL8
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR) Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid
Transfer
assembly
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Total
Front
Second
Third 7
2
3
2 Approx.
Front
Rear
1:
2:U.S. vehicles
Canadian
vehicles
Change
Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
1:
1 1
2
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CONT INUED
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Disc Player .190,218
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Disposal of Used Oil .395
Doors
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Locking and Unlocking .130
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Lockout Prevention .131
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Monitor .11
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Power Door Locks .130
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .454
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Driver and Passenger Safety .5
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Driving .337
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Economy .327
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .157
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DVD Player Error Messages .265
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DVD Player .240 ...................................
Fan, Interior .173
Features, Comfort and
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Convenience .169
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Filling the Fuel Tank .323
Filters
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Oil .394
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Flashers, Hazard Warning .122
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Flat Tire, Changing a .425
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Floor Mats .410
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission .399
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Brake .401
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Power Steering .402
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Windshield Washer .398
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Economy, Fuel .327
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Emergencies .423
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Battery, Jump Starting .432
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Brake System Indicator .438
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Changing a Flat Tire .425
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Charging System Indicator .436
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Checking the Fuses .440
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Driving with a Flat Tire .424 .......
Hazard Warning Flashers .122
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Jump Starting .432
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .436
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .437
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Overheated Engine .434
Opening the Fuel Fill Door
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Manually .446
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Towing .446
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Emergency Brake .153
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Emergency Flashers .122
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Emergency Towing .446
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Emissions Controls .460
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Emissions Testing .463
Engine
............
Check Starting System .340
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Coolant Temperature Gauge .72
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If it Won’t Start .431
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp .65,437
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Oil Lif e .383
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Oil Pressure Indicator .65,436
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Oil, What Kind to Use .393
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Overheating .434
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Specif ications .453
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Speed Limiter .346
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Starting .339 .
Evaporative Emissions Controls .460
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Exhaust Fumes .58
Exhaust Gas Recirculation
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System .461
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
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INDEX
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Protecting Adults and Teens .11
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Additional Safety Precautions .19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women .18
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Protecting Children .37
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General Guidelines .37
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Protecting Inf ants .42
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Protecting Larger Children .54
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Protecting Small Children .43
Using Child Seats with
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Tethers .51
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Using LATCH .47
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Saf ety Belts .8,20
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Safety Defects, Reporting .468 .................................
Saf ety Features .7
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Airbags .9
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Door Locks .11
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Head Restraints .14
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Seat Belts .8,15
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Seats & Seat-Backs .12,13
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Saf ety Labels, Location of .59
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Saf ety Messages .iii
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Satellite Radio, XM .185,210
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Seat Belts .8,15
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Additional Information .20
Automatic Seat Belt
...............................
Tensioners .22
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Cleaning .409
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .21
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Maintenance .23
Reminder Light and
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Beeper .20,64
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System Components .20
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Use During Pregnancy .18
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .15
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Radiator Overheating .434
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Radio/Disc Sound System .181,201
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Readiness Codes .462
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Rear A/C Unit .175
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Rear Audio Control Panel .241
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Rear Entertainment System .237
..
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement .406
.
Rear View Camera and Monitor .320
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Rear View Mirror .154
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Rear Window Def ogger .174
Rear Window Wiper and
.......................................
Washer .117 .............
Reclining the Seat Backs .140
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Reclining the Second Seats .144
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Reminder Indicators .64
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Remote Audio Controls .233
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Remote Control (RES) .242
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Remote Transmitter .135
Replacement Inf ormation
................
Engine Oil and Filter .394
..........................................
Fuses .440
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Light Bulbs .403
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Schedule .383
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Timing Belt .402
...........................................
Tires .418
.............................
Wiper Blades .411
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .23
...
Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant .326
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Restraint, Child .37
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Reverse Gear Position .342
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Rotation, Tire .418
Index
INDEXS
R
VII
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Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Automatic Transmission Fluid:Brake Fluid:
Rear Differential Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Transfer Assembly Fluid:
Power Steering Fluid:
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
Premium unleaded gasoline,
pump octane number of 91 or
higher.
API Premium grade 5W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
21.00 US gal (79.5
)
Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) (see page ). Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Front/Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
Compact Spare Tire: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) only.
Capacity:
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity
hypoid gear oil, API service
classified GL4 or GL5 only.
Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
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402
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