oil filter Acura MDX 2018 Owner's Manual

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 574
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..575
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service...576Maintenance MinderTM..................... 577
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 581
Opening the Hood ........................... 582
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 583
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 584
Oil Check ......................................... 585
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 586
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...587 Engine Coolant ................................ 589
Transmission Fluid ............................ 591
Brake Fluid ....................................... 592
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 592
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 593Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 598Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 602
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 603
Tire Labeling .................................... 603
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 605Wear Indicators................................ 607
Tire Service Life ................................ 607 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 608
Tire Rotation .................................... 609
Winter Tires ..................................... 610
Battery ............................................... 611
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 613
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 615Climate Control System Maintenance.. 617Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 618
Exterior Care.................................... 620
Accessories and Modifications ........ 623
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance 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.
*2: If you drive 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).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for tire repair kit bottle*
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperature. 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 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*6: 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).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission and transfer* fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *6
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil fi lter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the multi-
information display. 1.Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Drain Bolt
Washer
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588
Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5. Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)
9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Rear Differential Fluid
*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher
Capacity Change 3.5 US qt (3.3 L)
SpecifiedAcura DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.92 US qt (1.82 L)
SpecifiedAcura Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 5.4 US qt (5.1 L)
Change
including
filter
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.96 US gal (7.40 L)
(change including the remaining 0.22 US gal
(0.82 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Model with 18 inch wheel
*2: Model with 20 inch wheel
RegularSize245/60R18 105H*1
245/50R20 102H*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])35 (240 [2.4])
Compact
Spare
*
Size T165/80D17 104M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8J*1
20 x 8J*2
Compact Spare*17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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Index
687
Index
Index
A
AAC................................................... 268, 293
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 534
AC Power Outlet ...................................... 214
Accessories and Modifications ................ 623
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 213
AcuraLink ................................................. 435
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) ................................. 489
Indicator ................................................... 95
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 589
Engine Oil ............................................... 584
Washer ................................................... 592
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 584
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 204
Front Seats.............................................. 192
Head Restraints ....................... 198, 200, 201
Headlights .............................................. 593
Mirrors.................................................... 189
Rear Seats ............................................... 203
Steering Wheel ....................................... 188
Temperature ........................................... 122
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 519
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 219
Changing the Mode................................ 222
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 225
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 617 Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
Sensors .................................................... 230
Synchronized Mode ................................. 223
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 219
Air Pressure ....................................... 603, 673
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
After a Collision ......................................... 45
Airbag Care ............................................... 55
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator .............................................. 53, 86
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 54
Sensors ...................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 254
Android Auto ............................................ 303
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 534
Indicator .................................................... 86
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 299
Armrest ..................................................... 204
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 237
Audio System ............................................ 232
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 249
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 236
Error Messages ........................................ 308
General Information ................................ 316
HDD ........................................................ 271
Internet Radio .......................................... 291 iPhone............................................. 291, 318
iPod ........................................................ 284
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 268, 293
Reactivating ............................................ 236
Recommended CDs ................................. 317
Recommended Devices............................ 318
Remote Controls ..................................... 237
Security Code .......................................... 236
Theft Protection ...................................... 236
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 318
USB Port.................................................. 233
Authorized Manuals ................................ 682
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 154
Customize ....................................... 132, 374
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 177
Indicator.................................................... 86
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 480
OFF Button .............................................. 481
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 92
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 92
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 532
Indicator.................................................. 532
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator.................................................. 532
Automatic Folding Door Mirror ..............
191
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 181
Automatic Lighting ................

.................. 174
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Index
Synchronized Mode ................................ 223
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 219
Clock ......................................................... 138
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 536
Coat Hook ................................................ 215
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 536
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 627, 673
Compass .................................................... 443
Console Compartment ............................. 209
Controls .................................................... 137
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 589
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 590
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 589
Overheating ............................................ 651
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 471
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 551
Cup Holders .............................................. 211
Customized Features ....................... 126, 358
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 176
Dead Battery ............................................ 649
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 225
Detachable Anchor .................................... 38
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 675
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 173 Rearview Mirror ....................................... 189
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 585
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 172
Door Mirrors ............................................. 190
Doors ......................................................... 139
Auto Door Locking .................................. 154
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 154
Door Open Message .................................. 32
Keys ........................................................ 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside............................................... 13, 151
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 149
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 605
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Driving ....................................................... 445
Automatic Transmission ........................... 471
Braking .................................................... 528
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 463
Shifting Gear ........................................... 472
Starting the Engine .................................. 465
Driving Position Memory System ............. 186
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 617
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 486
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 123
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator .................................................... 80 Switch ..................................................... 528
Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator.................................................... 80
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 517
Emergency ................................................ 666
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 678
Engine ....................................................... 674
Coolant ................................................... 589
Jump Starting .......................................... 649
Oil ........................................................... 584
Remote Engine Start................................ 467
Starting ................................................... 465
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 583
Engine Coolant ......................................... 589
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 590
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 589
Overheating ............................................ 651
Temperature Gauge ................................ 119
Engine Oil ................................................. 584
Adding .................................................... 586
Checking................................................. 585
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 577
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 653
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 584
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 169
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 88, 655
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 74
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 620
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 190
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Index
F
Features..................................................... 231
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 617
Oil ........................................................... 587
Flat Tire ............................................. 627, 634
Floor Mats ................................................. 619
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 591
Brake ....................................................... 592
Engine Coolant ........................................ 589
Windshield Washer .................................. 592
Fog Lights .................................................. 176
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 197
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 203
Foot Brake ................................................. 531
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 192
Adjusting ................................................. 192
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 487
Fuel ...................................................... 20, 568
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions............. 571
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 123
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Range ...................................................... 123
Recommendation .................................... 568
Refueling ................................................. 568
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 571
Fuel Fill Cap ................................................. 20 Fuel Fill Door
...................................... 20, 569
Unable to Unlock .................................... 667
Fuses .......................................................... 658
Inspecting and Changing......................... 665
Locations......................... 658, 661, 663, 664
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 571
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Information ............................................. 568
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Refueling................................................. 568
Gauges ...................................................... 119
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 474
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 472
Glass (care) ................................................ 621
Glove Box .................................................. 208
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 625
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 393
Auto Answer ........................................... 410
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 412
Automatic Transferring............................ 410
Displaying Messages................................ 430
HFL Buttons............................................. 393 HFL Menus.............................................. 396
HFL Status Display ................................... 394
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 395
Making a Call ......................................... 421
Options During a Call.............................. 427
Phone Setup ........................................... 401
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 416
Receiving a Call....................................... 426
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message ............. 428
Ring Tone ............................................... 411
Roadside Assistance ................................ 434
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 429
Speed Dial .............................................. 413
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 408
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option .................................................. 406
Use Contact Photo .................................. 411
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 271
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI
TM Port ............................................. 337
Head Restraints ........................ 198, 200, 201
Headlight Washers ................................... 183
Headlights ................................................ 173
Aiming.................................................... 593
Auto High-Beam System ......................... 177
Automatic Operation .............................. 174
Dimming......................................... 173, 176
Operating ............................................... 173
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 185
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 216
Heated Windshield .................................. 185
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