2013 Acura TSX transmission oil change

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uuMaintenance Minder
TMu
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Maintenance
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Maintenance Service Items
1Maintenance Service Items•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, 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.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Items
*1: If message, SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive primarily in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).CODE
Maintenance Main Items
A
●
Replace engine oil
*1
B
●
Replace engine oil
*1 and oil filter
●
Inspect front and rear brakes
●
Check parking brake adjustment
●
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
●
Inspect suspension components
●
Inspect driveshaft boots
●
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS)
●
Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids
●
Inspect exhaust system
#
●
Inspect fuel lines and connections
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*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed at 60,000 miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). (For A/T only.)
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43 °C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km. (6-cylinder models only)
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.CODE
Maintenance Sub Items
1
●
Rotate tires
2
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Replace air cleaner element
*2
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Replace dust and pollen filter
*3
●
Inspect drive belt
3
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Replace transmission fluid
*4
4
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Replace spark plugs
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Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
*5
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Inspect valve clearance
5
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Replace engine coolant

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uuSpecifications u
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Information
■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■ Transmission Fluid*1: Automatic transmission models
*2: Manual transmission modelsSpecified
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
*1
Acura ATF DW-1
(automatic
transmission fluid)
2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
(Change)
Specified
*2
Acura Manual
Transmission Fluid 2.0 US qt (1.9 ℓ)
(Change)
■
Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant*1: Automatic transmission models
*2: Manual transmission modelsRecommended
·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.0 US qt (3.8 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
*1
1.64 US gal (6.2 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.196 US gal (0.74 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
Capacity
*2
1.66 US gal (6.3 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.196 US gal (0.74 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ TireRegular
Size
P225/50R17 93V
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spare Size
T135/80D16 101M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
17 x 7.5J
Compact Spare
16 x 4T

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Information
■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■ Transmission FluidSpecified
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Acura ATF DW-1
(automatic
transmission fluid)
3.5 US qt (3.3 ℓ)
(Change)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine CoolantRecommended
·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.77 US gal (6.7 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.196 US gal (0.74 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ TireRegular
Size
P235/45R18 94V
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spare Size
T135/80D16 101M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
18 x 8J
Compact Spare
16 x 4T

320Index
Refueling ................................................. 215
Gauges ......................................................... 75
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 195
Manual Transmission ............................... 199
Glass (care) ................................................ 274
Glove Box .................................................. 126
HHalogen Bulbs ................................... 247, 251
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 275
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 167
Change Language ................................... 178
Help Features........................................... 168
Information Display.................................. 168
Making a Call .......................................... 173
Menus ..................................................... 169
Muting a Call........................................... 174
Phone Setup ............................................ 171
Phonebook .............................................. 175
Receiving a Call ....................................... 174
Sending Numbers or Names During a Call ........................................................ 174
Transferring a Call ................................... 174
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 2
Head Restraints ......................................... 118
Headlights ................................................. 105
Aiming .................................................... 247
Automatic Operation ............................... 106
Dimming ......................................... 105, 107 Operating................................................ 105
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 110
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 132
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 69
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 165
IIdentification Numbers ............................ 308
Engine and Transmission ......................... 308
Vehicle Identification ............................... 308
Ignition Switch ......................................... 104
Illumination Control ................................. 109
Knob ....................................................... 109
Immobilizer System .................................... 98
Indicator.................................................... 70
Indicators .................................................... 64
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 66
Charging System ............................... 65, 290
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 71, 202
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 71, 201
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 25, 68
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System .. 68, 292
Fog Light ................................................... 70
High-Beam ................................................ 69
Immobilizer System ................................... 70
Lights On .................................................. 69
Low Fuel ................................................... 66
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 64, 290
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 68, 206, 208
Maintenance Minder
TM
............................ 225 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 65, 291
Parking Brake and Brake System ............... 64
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 27, 66
Security System Alarm............................... 71
Side Airbag Off ................................... 46, 70
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 44, 67
System Message ....................................... 69
Transmission ............................................. 65
Turn Signal ............................................... 69
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 67, 204
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 67, 205
Information .............................................. 303
Information Buttons .................................. 76
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78
Instrument Panel ........................................ 63
Brightness Control .................................. 109
Interior Lights ........................................... 125
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 114
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 280
Jump Starting ........................................... 284KKey Number Tag ........................................ 90
Keyless Lockout Prevention ....................... 92
Keys ............................................................. 89
Lockout Prevention ................................... 92