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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA20043.5RLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSSERVICING - A/TLUBRICATIONDRAINING & REFILLING
2004 Acura 3.5RL
Draining & Refilling
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Draining & Refilling
- Bring the transaxle up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on) by driving the vehicle. Park the vehicle on level ground, turn the engine off, and remove drain plug.NOTE: If a cooler flusher is to be used, see OIL COOLER FLUSHING .
- Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer, then refill the transaxle with a recommended fluid to the upper mark on the dipstick. See CHECKING FLUID LEVEL . See Fig 1 .
- Tighten drain plug to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
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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.