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2008 Acura TSX L4-2.4L
General Specifications
2008 Acura TSX L4-2.4LSECTION General Specifications
Cylinder Head
After torquing, tighten all cylinder head bolts in two steps (90°per step). If you are using a new cylinder head bolt, tighten the bolt an extra 90°
Head Bolt
Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at point A and point B.
If either diameter is less than 10.6 mm (0.42 in.), replace the cylinder head bolt.
Intake Manifold
Camshaft Bearing/Holder
Main Bearing
Torque 30 Nm (3.0 kgf-m, 22 lbf-ft) +56°
Rod Bearing
Torque 36 Nm (3.7 kgf-m, 27 lbf-ft) +120°
Crankshaft Pulley
Torque 50 Nm (5.0 kgf-m, 37 lbf-ft)
Tighten additional 90°
Oil Pump
Exhaust Manifold
Tighten the bolts/nuts in a crisscross pattern in three steps, beginning with the inner nut.
Water Pump
After torquing, tighten all cylinder head bolts in two steps (90°per step). If you are using a new cylinder head bolt, tighten the bolt an extra 90°
Head Bolt
Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at point A and point B.
If either diameter is less than 10.6 mm (0.42 in.), replace the cylinder head bolt.
Intake Manifold
Camshaft Bearing/Holder
Main Bearing
Torque 30 Nm (3.0 kgf-m, 22 lbf-ft) +56°
Rod Bearing
Torque 36 Nm (3.7 kgf-m, 27 lbf-ft) +120°
Crankshaft Pulley
Torque 50 Nm (5.0 kgf-m, 37 lbf-ft)
Tighten additional 90°
Oil Pump
Exhaust Manifold
Tighten the bolts/nuts in a crisscross pattern in three steps, beginning with the inner nut.
Water Pump
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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.