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 β 2002 Acura MDX Base, MGHA Service Manual : 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 1.66 LBS. 0.75 KG R-134a S Automatic Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 4.00 QTS. 3.78 L HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-Z1 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 Automatic Transmission Fluid Total Capacity 9.00 QTS. 8.51 L HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-Z1 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 Heavy Duty DOT 3 Brake Fluid Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement. S Differential Gear Oil Drain and Refill,Rear 3.00 QTS. 2.83 L ACURA All-Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF) ACURA parts stock has a new SH-AWD rear differential fluid available. It's ACURA All-Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF), and it replaces ATF-Z1. (TSB: B10100E). S Engine Coolant Drain and Refill 2.01 GALS. 7.6 L 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. S Engine Coolant Total Capacity 2.30 GALS. 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 - SJ Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-20 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. S Engine Oil Drain and Refill,w/o Filter 4.50 QTS. 4.25 L API - SJ Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-20 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. S Engine Oil Total Capacity 5.80 QTS. 5.48 L API - SJ Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-20 S Fuel Tank 19.30 GALS. 73.05 L S Power Steering Fluid N/A N/A Genuine HONDA Power Steering Fluid DO NOT use Automatic Transmission Fluid. S Windshield Washer Fluid 4.80 QTS. 4.54 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:
- 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.
