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2008 Acura TSX L4-2.4L
Engine Oil: Service and Repair
2008 Acura TSX L4-2.4LSECTION Service and Repair
Engine Oil Replacement
'04-05 models
1. Warm up the engine.
2. Remove the maintenance lid (A).
3. Remove the drain bolt (B), and drain the engine oil.
4. Reinstall the drain bolt with a new washer (C).
5. Refill with the recommended oil.
Capacity
At Oil Change:
4.0 L (4.2 US qt)
At Oil Change including Filter:
4.2 L (4.4 US qt)
After Engine Overhaul:
5.3 L (5.6 US qt)
6. Run the engine for more than 3 minutes, then check for oil leakage.
'06-08 models
1. Warm up the engine.
2. Remove the maintenance lid (A).
3. Remove the drain bolt (B), and drain the engine oil.
4. Reinstall the drain bolt with a new washer (C).
5. Refill with the recommended oil.
Capacity
At Oil Change:
4.0 L (4.2 US qt)
At Oil Change including Filter:
4.2 L (4.4 US qt)
After Engine Overhaul:
5.3 L (5.6 US qt)
6. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC).
7. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
8. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM). If it doesn't communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit.
9. Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
10. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES MENU with the HDS.
11. Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
12. Select RESETTING THE ENGINE OIL LIFE with the HDS.
NOTE: If you changed the ATF at the same time with the engine oil, select RESETTING THE ENGINE OIL LIFE AND ATF with the HDS instead.
13. Run the engine for more than 3 minutes, then check for oil leakage.
14. Reset the maintenance display.
'04-05 models
1. Warm up the engine.
2. Remove the maintenance lid (A).
3. Remove the drain bolt (B), and drain the engine oil.
4. Reinstall the drain bolt with a new washer (C).
5. Refill with the recommended oil.
Capacity
At Oil Change:
4.0 L (4.2 US qt)
At Oil Change including Filter:
4.2 L (4.4 US qt)
After Engine Overhaul:
5.3 L (5.6 US qt)
6. Run the engine for more than 3 minutes, then check for oil leakage.
'06-08 models
1. Warm up the engine.
2. Remove the maintenance lid (A).
3. Remove the drain bolt (B), and drain the engine oil.
4. Reinstall the drain bolt with a new washer (C).
5. Refill with the recommended oil.
Capacity
At Oil Change:
4.0 L (4.2 US qt)
At Oil Change including Filter:
4.2 L (4.4 US qt)
After Engine Overhaul:
5.3 L (5.6 US qt)
6. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC).
7. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
8. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM). If it doesn't communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit.
9. Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
10. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES MENU with the HDS.
11. Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
12. Select RESETTING THE ENGINE OIL LIFE with the HDS.
NOTE: If you changed the ATF at the same time with the engine oil, select RESETTING THE ENGINE OIL LIFE AND ATF with the HDS instead.
13. Run the engine for more than 3 minutes, then check for oil leakage.
14. Reset the maintenance display.
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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.