Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fluids
Quick Lookups: Fluids — 1986 Acura Legend Standard Service Manual : Fluids FLUID CAPACITIES Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H Air Cond Refrigerant 2.00 LBS. 0.9 KG R-12 S Automatic Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 3.40 QTS. 3.21 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S Automatic Transmission Fluid Total Capacity 6.90 QTS. 6.52 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir. S Engine Coolant Drain and Refill 7.20 QTS. 6.81 L 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water S Engine Coolant Total Capacity 9.30 QTS. 8.8 L 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water S Engine Oil w/Filter 5.30 QTS. 5.01 L API - SAE 5W-20 (-10Deg.F & Below), 5W-30 (32Deg.F & Below), 10W-30 (-5Deg.F to 90Deg.F), 10W-40 (-5Deg.F and Above) S Engine Oil w/o Filter 4.80 QTS. 4.54 L API - SAE 5W-20 (-10Deg.F & Below), 5W-30 (32Deg.F & Below), 10W-30 (-5Deg.F to 90Deg.F), 10W-40 (-5Deg.F and Above) S Fuel Tank 18.00 GALS. 68.13 L S Manual Transmission Fluid 2.60 QTS. 2.46 L API - SAE 10W-30, 10W-40 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-40 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) S Power Steering Fluid 1.80 QTS. 1.7 L Genuine HONDA Power Steering Fluid S Windshield Washer Fluid 2.60 QTS. 2.46 L Use commercially-available windshield washer fluid only. S
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.