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.
2001 Acura 3.2TLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Replacement Intervals
REPLACEMENT INTERVALS
| Component | Miles | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| Air Filter | 30,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Except MDX | 90,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| MDX | (1) | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Brake Fluid | (2) 45,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Camshaft Timing Belt | (3) 105,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Coolant | (1)(4) | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Differential | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3.5RL | (5) | |||||||||||||||||||||
| MDX | (6) 30,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine Oil | 7500 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine Oil Filter | 15,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel Filter | (7) | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Manual Transmission Oil | 90,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Spark Plugs | 105,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Valve Clearance | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Integra | (8) 105,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| MDX, 3.2CL & 3.2TL | (9) 105,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 3.5RL | (10) | |||||||||||||||||||||
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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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
