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 — 2003 Acura 3.2CL Base Service Manual : Fluids FLUID CAPACITIES Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H Air Cond Compressor Oil 5.50 OZS. 0.16 L PAG 46 S Air Cond Refrigerant 1.43 LBS. 0.64 KG R-134a S Automatic Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 3.10 QTS. 2.93 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 7.60 QTS. 7.19 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 DOT 3 Brake Fluid Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement. S Engine Coolant Drain and Refill 1.48 GALS. 5.6 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 1.98 GALS. 7.49 L 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water S Engine Oil Drain and Refill,w/Filter 4.60 QTS. 4.35 L API - SJ Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-20 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. S Engine Oil Drain and Refill,w/o Filter 4.20 QTS. 3.97 L API - SJ Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-20 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. S Engine Oil Total Capacity 5.30 QTS. 5.01 L API - SJ Energy Conserving, SAE 5W-20 S Fuel Tank 17.17 GALS. 64.99 L S Manual Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 2.30 QTS. 2.17 L Genuine HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid API - SG/SH or SJ, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as a temporary replacement. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and continue use can cause stiffer shifting. Replace as soon as it is convenient. S Manual Transmission Fluid Total Capacity 2.60 QTS. 2.46 L Genuine HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid API - SG/SH or SJ, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as a temporary replacement. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and continue use can cause stiffer shifting. Replace as soon as it is convenient. S Power Steering Fluid N/A N/A Genuine HONDA Power Steering Fluid DO NOT use Automatic Transmission 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.