Exploded View

2011 Acura RDX 2.3 TB1SECTION Exploded View
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Transfer Assembly With Torque Specifications
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Special Tools Required 

Flange Holder 07XAB-001A101

NOTE: Refer to the Exploded View as needed during the following procedure.
  1. Remove the transfer cover (A) from the transfer housing (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Transfer Cover, Transfer Housing, Transfer Hypoid Drive Gear/Shaft Assembly, Shims And Tapered Roller Bearing
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  2. Remove the transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft assembly (C), the 25 mm thrust shim (D), and the tapered roller bearing (E).
  3. Remove the O-ring (F) from the transfer cover.
  4. Drain the transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil) from the transfer housing.
  5. Cut the lock tab on the locknut using a chisel.
    Fig 3: Cutting Lock Tab
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  6. Secure the transfer housing (A) in a bench vise (B) with soft jaws. To prevent damaging the transfer housing, always use soft jaws or equivalent materials between the transfer housing and the vise.
    Fig 4: Securing Transfer Housing
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  7. Install the flange holder on the companion flange, then loose the locknut.
  8. Remove the flange holder.
  9. Remove the locknut (A), the conical spring washer (B), the back-up ring (C), the O-ring (D), and the companion flange (E) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (F).
    Fig 5: Identifying Locknut, Conical Spring Washer, Back-Up Ring And O-Ring
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  10. Remove the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (A) from the transfer housing (B), then remove the thrust washer (C) and the transfer spacer (D) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear).
    Fig 6: Identifying Transfer Output Shaft, Transfer Housing, Thrust Washer And Transfer Spacer
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  11. Remove the oil seal (A) and the tapered roller bearing (B) from the transfer housing (C).
    Fig 7: Identifying Oil Seal, Tapered Roller Bearing And Transfer Housing
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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.