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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.
2005 Acura MDX%20BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: 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 | 2.90 QTS. | 2.74 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 | 7.70 QTS. | 7.28 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 | 2.90 QTS. | 2.74 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 | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Total Capacity,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 | 1.88 GALS. | 7.11 L | HONDA All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 | Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | Total Capacity | 2.38 GALS. | 9 L | HONDA All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | API - 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 - SAE 5W-20 | Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Total Capacity | 5.30 QTS. | 5.01 L | API - SAE 5W-20 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 20.40 GALS. | 77.22 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine HONDA Power Steering Fluid | DO NOT use Automatic Transmission Fluid. | S | ||
| Transfer Case Fluid | Drain and Refill | 0.45 QTS. | 0.42 L | Hypoid Gear Oil API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 90: Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) or SAE 80W-90: Below 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | S | ||
| Transfer Case Fluid | Total Capacity | 0.48 QTS. | 0.45 L | Hypoid Gear Oil API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 90: Above 0Deg F (-18Deg C) or SAE 80W-90: Below 0Deg F (-18Deg C) | 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:
- • 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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