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 — 1992 Acura Legend Base, Automatic Service Manual : Fluids FLUID CAPACITIES Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H Air Cond Refrigerant 1.59 LBS. 0.72 KG R-12 S Automatic Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 3.50 QTS. 3.31 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S Automatic Transmission Fluid Total Capacity 9.20 QTS. 8.7 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II S Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 3 Brake Fluid Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement. S Differential Gear Oil Drain and Refill 1.11 QTS. 1.05 L API - GL-4 or GL-5, Hypoid Gear Oil S Differential Gear Oil Total Capacity 1.16 QTS. 1.09 L API - GL-4 or GL-5, Hypoid Gear Oil S Engine Coolant Drain and Refill 7.90 QTS. 7.47 L 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank (.69 qt.) and that remaining in the engine. S Engine Coolant Total Capacity 9.20 QTS. 8.7 L 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water S Engine Oil Drain and Refill,w/Filter 5.00 QTS. 4.73 L API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) S Engine Oil Drain and Refill,w/o Filter 4.20 QTS. 3.97 L API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) S Engine Oil Total Capacity 5.30 QTS. 5.01 L API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) S Fuel Tank 18.00 GALS. 68.13 L S Manual Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 2.40 QTS. 2.27 L API - SF or SG, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 S Manual Transmission Fluid Total Capacity 2.80 QTS. 2.64 L API - SF or SG, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 S Power Steering Fluid N/A N/A 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.
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