oil capacity ACURA NSX 1997 Service Repair Manual

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Design Specification
ITEMMETRICENGLISH
AIR CONDITIONINGCooling capacity
Conditions:
Compressor RPM
Outside air temperature
Outside air humidity
Condenser air temperature
Condenser air velocity
Blower capacity4,000 Kcal/h 15,872 BTU/h
1,800 rpm
27 °C 81 °F
50 %
35 °C 95 °F
4.5 m/sec 14.8 ft/sec
420 m
3/h 15,540 cu-ft/h
Independent double wishbone with compli-
ance pivot, coil spring with stabilizer
Independent double wishbone,
coil spring with stabilizer
Telescopic, hydraulic nitrogen gas-filledSUSPENSIONType, front
Type, rear
Shock absorber, front and rear
Evaporator Type
Air temperatureCorrugated fin type
19.5 °C 67 °F
Compressor Type/Make
No. of cylinders
Capacity
Max. speed
Lubricant capacity
NOTES
Swash-plate type/DENSO
10
155.3 cc/rev 9.47 cu-in/rev
7,600 rpm
160 mL 5 1/3 fl oz,
5.6 lmp oz
At 12 V
Air-mix type
Sirocco fan
178 W/12 V
Infinity variable
460 m
3/h 16,247 cu-ft/h
DENSO ND-OIL8
Condenser TypeCorrugated fin type
Temp. control
Blower Type
Motor input
Speed control
Max. capacity
At 13.5 V
Refrigerant Type
Quantity
Dry, single plate, poly-V-belt drive
40 W/12 VCompressor clutch Type
Power consumption
Electric, power assisted, rack and pinion
18.6
3.24
368 mm 14.5 inSTEERING
SYSTEMType
Overall ratio
Turns, lock-to-lock
Steering wheel dia.
HFC-134a (R-134a)
850+0g 30.0+0oz–50–1.8
(cont’d)
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Do the items in parts A, B, C, D, E, F, and G as required for the mileag\
e/time interval listed.
NOTE: According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenanc\
e items marked with an asterisk (*) will not
void the customer ’s emissions warranties. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance s\
ervices be done at
the recommended interval to ensure long-term reliability.
*1: Refer to the 1997 NSX Service Manual, P/N 61SL006.
*2: Refer to the 1998 NSX Service Manual Supplement, P/N 61SL007.
*3: Refer to the 2001 NSX Service Manual Supplement, P/N 61SW000.
A
B Replace engine oil (see page
8-2)*
2, every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 1 year.
Engine oil capacity: without oil filter: 4.3 L (4.5 US qt).
Check tire inflation and condition at least once a month, every 7,500 mi\
les (12,000 km).
Replace engine oil filter (see page 8-5)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Engine oil capacity: with oil filter: 5.0 L (5.3 US qt).
Check front and rear brake wear (see page 19-4)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
• Check pads and discs for wear (thickness), damage, and cracks.
• Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mounting bolts.
Check parking brake adjustment (see page 19-5)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Check the number of clicks (10 to 14) when the parking brake lever is pulled with 196 N (20 kgf,\
44 lbf) of force.
Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and gearbox boots (see page 17-57)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
• Check rack grease and steering linkage.
• Check boots for damage and leaking grease.
• Check fluid lines for damage and leaks.1
• Check bolts for tightness.
• Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage.
Inspect driveshaft boots (see page 16-3)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness.
Inspect brake hoses and lines including ABS (see page 19-27)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Check the master cylinder, proportioning control valve and ABS modulator\
for damage and leakage.
Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids, every 15,000 miles (2\
4,000 km) or 1 year.
• Manual transmission fluid (MTF) (see page 13-3)*
1.
• Automatic transmission fluid (ATF-Z1) (see page 14-105)*1.
• Engine coolant (see page 10-2)*1.
• Brake fluid (see page 19-84)*1.
• Windshield washer fluid.
Cooling system hoses and connections (see page 10-2)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
• Check all hoses for damage, leaks and deterioration.
• Check for proper fan operation.
Inspect exhaust system (see page 9-6)*, *1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Check catalytic converter heat shield, exhaust pipe, and muffler for dam\
age, leaks, and tightness ( see page 9-14 ).
Inspect fuel lines and connections (see page 11-130)*, *1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Check for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration; retighten loose \
connections and replace damaged parts.
Part Maintenance Items
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Inspect suspension components (see page 18-14)* , every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
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