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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.
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2013 Acura RDX 3.5L Eng VIN 3
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2013 Acura RDX 3.5L Eng VIN 3SECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 2.30 OZS. | 0.06 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.05 LBS. | 0.47 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Drain and Refill | 3.30 QTS. | 3.12 L | ACURA Automatic Transmission Fluid DW-1 | Use only ACURA ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid). Do not mix with other transmission fluid. Using transmission fluid other than ACURA DW-1 may cause deterioration in transmission operation and durability, and could result in damage to the transmission. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | Heavy Duty DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Drain and Refill,Rear | 1.32 QTS. | 1.24 L | ACURA All-Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF) | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Drain and Refill | 1.75 GALS. | 6.62 L | 50/50 mix of HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 and distilled water | Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.55 QTS. | 4.3 L | Genuine ACURA Motor Oil API Premium-grade SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.23 QTS. | 4 L | Genuine ACURA Motor Oil API Premium-grade SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil. | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 16.00 GALS. | 60.56 L | S | ||||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 0.43 QTS. | 0.4 L | ACURA Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-Type1 | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 2.60 QTS. | 2.46 L | Use commercially-available windshield washer fluid only. | 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.