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.
1998 Acura SLXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 5.00 OZS. | 0.14 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.32 LBS. | 0.59 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 9.10 QTS. | 8.61 L | HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid Premium Formula or DEXRON III | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III may be used as a temporary replacement only, continued use may affect shift quality and result in noise and vibration. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 1.50 QTS. | 1.41 L | API - SAE 75W-90 | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 3.00 QTS. | 2.83 L | API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 90W or 80W-90 Hypoid Gear Oil | If equipped with Limited-Slip Differential, use GL-5 Limited-Slip Differential Gear Lubricant. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 9.30 QTS. | 8.8 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 - SJ Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.30 QTS. | 4.06 L | API - SJ Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Total Capacity | 6.30 QTS. | 5.96 L | API - SJ Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 22.50 GALS. | 85.17 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 2.00 QTS. | 1.89 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III | S | |||
Factory Service Tools
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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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