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 — 1987 Acura Integra LS, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Service Manual : Fluids FLUID CAPACITIES Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H Air Cond Refrigerant N/A N/A R-12 For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". S Automatic Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 2.50 QTS. 2.36 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S Automatic Transmission Fluid Total Capacity 5.70 QTS. 5.39 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid S Engine Coolant Automatic Trans Drain and Refill 4.80 QTS. 4.54 L 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water S Engine Coolant Automatic Trans Total Capacity 5.80 QTS. 5.48 L 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water S Engine Oil w/Filter 4.20 QTS. 3.97 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 3.70 QTS. 3.5 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 13.20 GALS. 49.96 L S Manual Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 2.40 QTS. 2.27 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 Manual Transmission Fluid Total Capacity 2.50 QTS. 2.36 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 N/A N/A Genuine HONDA Power Steering Fluid DO NOT use Automatic Transmission Fluid. S Windshield Washer Fluid 2.10 QTS. 1.98 L Use commercially-available windshield washer fluid only. S Windshield Washer Fluid 2.10 QTS. 1.98 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.