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Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten it to:
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):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, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level on the dipstick. If necessary,
add more oil.
Install the under cover and tighten
the bolts securely. 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.
7.
8. 9.
10.
11.
12.
4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Maint enance
419
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
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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488
Capacities
Dimensions
Capacities Air Conditioning
Seating Capacities Weights 1.64 US gal (6.2
)
1.61 US gal (6.1)
185.6 in (4,715 mm)
72.4 in (1,840 mm)
56.7 in (1,440 mm)
2.19 US gal (8.3
)
2.17 US gal (8.2)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
4.0 US qt (3.8
)
5.4 US qt (5.1
)
2.0 US qt (1.9)
2.1 US qt (2.0)
2.6 US qt (2.5)
6.9 US qt (6.5)
4.8 US qt (4.5
)
2.6 US qt (2.5)
0.196 US gal (0.74
)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Manual trans-
mission fluid
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
62.2 in (1,580 mm) 62.2 in (1,580 mm)
106.5 in (2,705 mm)
Fuel tank Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type Total
Front
Rear Gross vehicle weight rating 18.5 US gal (70
)
SP-10
15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) HFC-134a (R-134a) 3 2
5
See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb. 56.7 in (1,439 mm)
Approx.
Front
Rear
1:
2:Change
Manual
Automatic
Total Manual
Automatic
Change Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Models
Canada Models
: Canadian TSX
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Specif ications (6-cylinder Models)
Technical Inf ormation
491
Dimensions
Capacities
Weights
Seating Capacities
Air Conditioning
Capacities 185.6 in (4,715 mm)
72.4 in (1,840 mm)
56.7 in (1,440 mm)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
106.5 in (2,705 mm)
62.24 in (1,580.8 mm)
62.27 in (1,581.6 mm) 1.74 US gal (6.6)
2.27 US gal (8.6)
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir 4.5 US qt (4.3
)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
3.5 US qt (3.3)
7.9 US qt (7.5)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 0.196 US gal (0.74
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Total
Front
Rear 5
2
3
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) SP-10
Fuel tank 18.5 US gal (70
)
Approx.
Front
Rear
1:
2:Change
Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Models
Canada Models
1
2
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CONT INUED
........................................
AAC .210, 271
....................................
Accessories .357
ACCESSORY ............
(Ignition Key Position) . 122
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 156
................
Active Head Restraints . 137
................
AcuraLink
(U.S. only) . 328
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 416
...........................
Advanced Airbags .27
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9, 23
..........
Airbag System Components . 23
..............
Air Conditioning System . 166
.........................................
Usage .167
.......
Air Pressure, Tires . 447,490,493
......................................
Antif reeze .420
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .62, 384
...................................
Operation .384
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 288
Anti-thef t Steering Column ............................................
Lock .122
................................
Audio System .174
Auto Door Locking/ ..........................
Unlocking .100, 106 ...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 21
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 298
..............
Automatic Transmission . 373
..................
Capacity, Fluid . 488, 491
..........................
Paddle Shif ters .377
.......................................
Shif ting .373
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .373
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 374
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 375
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .287
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .61, 471
............................
Jump Starting .466
..............................
Maintenance .453
....................
Specif ications .489, 492
..............................
Bef ore Driving .345
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,19
.........................
Beverage Holders .155
...................
Audio . 217,279
........
HandsFreeLink
. 304
..................................
Booster Seats .52 Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 384
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 346
....................
Bulb Replacement .435
...........................................
Fluid .427
.......................................
Parking .153
.................
System Indicator . 61,473
........................
Wear Indicators .383
.............................
Braking System .383
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 346
Brightness Control, ...............................
Instruments .115
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .436
..............................
Brake Lights .435
.................................
Fog Lights .439
................
Front Parking Lights . 434
.................................
Headlights .429
.........
High-mount Brake Light . 438
........................
Rear Lights .435, 436
....................
Specif ications .489, 492
............
Turn Signal Lights . 434,435
......................
Bulbs, Halogen .429, 439
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
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4-cylinder models6-cylinder models
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline: Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Recommended Engine Oil:
Manual Transmission Fluid: Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Fuel Tank Capacity: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
Compact Spare Tire: 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm
)
Front/Rear:
API Premium grade 5W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
Acura Manual Transmission Fluid
preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or
10W-40 motor oil as a temporary
replacement (see page ). Acura ATF-Z1 (automatic
transmission fluid) (see page ).
Capacity: 2.0 US qt (1.9
)
Premium unleaded gasoline,
pump octane number of 91 or
higher recommended (see ‘‘Fuel
Recommendations’’ on page ).
Premium unleaded gasoline,
pump octane number of 91 or
higher required (see ‘‘Fuel
Recommendations’’ on page ).
18.5 US gal (70
)
AcuraHeavyDutyBrakeFluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
415
427
425
426
346
346
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