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.
2009 Acura CSX Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Standards and Service Limits: Suspension
SUSPENSION SPECIFICATION
| Item | Measurement | Qualification | Standard or New | Service Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel alignment | Camber | Front | 0°00'±45' | |
| Rear (without "C" marks on the rear upper arm) | -1 °30' +1.08-0.45 | |||
| Rear (with "C" marks on the rear upper arm) | -1 °45' +1.08-0.45 | |||
| Caster | Front | 7°00' | ||
| Total toe-in | Front | 0±2 mm (0±0.08 in.) | ||
| Rear | 2+2-1 mm (0.08+0.08-0.04 .in.) | |||
| Front wheel turning angle | Inward | 38°46'±2° | ||
| Outward | 31 ° 14 '(Reference) | |||
| Aluminum wheel | Runout | Axial | 0-0.7 mm (0-0.03 in.) | 2.0 mm (0.08 in.) |
| Radial | 0-0.7 mm (0-0.03 in.) | 1.5 mm (0.06 in.) | ||
| Wheel bearing | End play | Front | 0-0.05 mm (0-0.002 in.) | |
| Rear | 0-0.05 mm (0-0.002 in.) | |||
Factory Service Tools
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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.