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.
2002 Acura 3.5RLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications: Capacities
FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Quantity | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transaxle (1) | |||||||||
| MDX | |||||||||
| Fluid Change | 3.2 Qts. (3.0L) | ||||||||
| Overhaul | 8.2 Qts (7.8L) | ||||||||
| RSX | |||||||||
| Fluid Change | 3.2 Qts. (3.0L) | ||||||||
| Overhaul | 7.2 Qts. (6.8L) | ||||||||
| 3.2CL & 3.2TL | |||||||||
| Fluid Change | 3.1 Qts. (2.9L) | ||||||||
| Overhaul | 7.6 Qts. (7.2L) | ||||||||
| 3.5RL | |||||||||
| Fluid Change | 3.2 Qts. (3.0L) | ||||||||
| Overhaul | 9.1 Qts. (8.6L) | ||||||||
| Cooling System (2) | |||||||||
| MDX | 8.0 Qts. (7.6L) | ||||||||
| RSX | |||||||||
| A/T | 5.3 Qts. (5.0L) | ||||||||
| M/T | 5.7 Qts. (5.4L) | ||||||||
| 3.2CL & 3.2TL | 5.9 Qts. (5.6L) | ||||||||
| 3.5RL | 6.4 Qts. (6.1L) | ||||||||
| Crankcase (Includes Filter) | |||||||||
| MDX | 5.0 Qts. (4.7L) | ||||||||
| RSX | |||||||||
| K20A2 | 5.0 Qts. (4.7L) | ||||||||
| K20A3 | 4.4Qts. (4.2L) | ||||||||
| 3.2CL & 3.2TL | 4.6 Qts. (4.4L) | ||||||||
| 3.5RL | 4.9 Qts. (4.6L) | ||||||||
| Differential | |||||||||
| MDX | 2.8 Qts. (2.6L) | ||||||||
| 3.5RL | 1.2 Qts. (1.0L) | ||||||||
| Manual Transaxle (3) | |||||||||
| RSX | 1.6 Qts. (1.5L) | ||||||||
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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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