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 — 2008 Acura CSX Type-S Service Manual : Fluids FLUID CAPACITIES Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H Air Cond Refrigerant 0.99 LBS. 0.44 KG HFC-134a (R-134a) S Automatic Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 2.50 QTS. 2.36 L HONDA ATF-Z1 Use DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement. However, continued use can affect the shift quality. S Automatic Transmission Fluid Total Capacity 6.20 QTS. 5.86 L HONDA ATF-Z1 Use DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement. However, continued use can affect the shift quality. S Brake Fluid N/A N/A HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Use DOT 3 or 4 as a temporary replacement. S Engine Coolant Standard Trans Drain and Refill 4.54 QTS. 4.29 L 50/50 mixture of HONDA Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 and water Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. S Engine Coolant Standard Trans Total Capacity 6.97 QTS. 6.59 L 50/50 mixture of HONDA Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 and water Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. S Engine Oil Drain and Refill,w/Filter 4.40 QTS. 4.16 L API Premium Grade SAE 5W-20 detergent oil 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 Premium Grade SAE 5W-20 detergent oil 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 5.60 QTS. 5.29 L API Premium Grade SAE 5W-20 detergent oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. S Fuel Tank 13.20 GALS. 49.96 L S Manual Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 1.60 QTS. 1.51 L HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid Use SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement. S Manual Transmission Fluid Total Capacity 1.80 QTS. 1.7 L HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid Use SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement. S Windshield Washer Fluid 4.80 QTS. 4.54 L 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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