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 — 2007 Acura TL Type S, Automatic Service Manual : Fluids FLUID CAPACITIES Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H Air Cond Compressor Oil 4.30 OZS. 0.12 L PAG 46 S Air Cond Refrigerant 1.20 LBS. 0.54 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 Type S Total Capacity 8.10 QTS. 7.66 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 Automatic Trans Drain and Refill 1.72 GALS. 6.51 L HONDA Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. S Engine Coolant Automatic Trans Total Capacity 2.17 GALS. 8.21 L HONDA Long Life 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.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. 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.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. S Engine Oil Total Capacity 5.30 QTS. 5.01 L API - SAE 5W-20 You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. S Fuel Tank 17.10 GALS. 64.73 L S Manual Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 2.20 QTS. 2.08 L Genuine HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid API - SG/SH or SJ, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and continue use can cause stiffer shifting. Replace as soon as convenient. S Manual Transmission Fluid Total Capacity 2.50 QTS. 2.36 L Genuine HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid API - SG/SH or SJ, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and continue use can cause stiffer shifting. Replace as soon as 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.