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.
2014 Acura TL BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: 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 | 1.20 LBS. | 0.54 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Base | Total Capacity | 7.50 QTS. | 7.09 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 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Drain and Refill | 3.33 QTS. | 3.15 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 | ||
| Engine Coolant | Drain and Refill | 6.65 QTS. | 6.29 L | HONDA Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 | Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | Total Capacity | 8.77 QTS. | 8.29 L | HONDA Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Base | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | API - SAE 0W-20 | Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. | S |
| Engine Oil | Base | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | API - SAE 0W-20 | Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. | S |
| Engine Oil | Base | Total Capacity | 5.30 QTS. | 5.01 L | API - SAE 0W-20 | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 18.50 GALS. | 70.03 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | Drain and Refill | 2.20 QTS. | 2.08 L | ACURA Manual Transmission Fluid | Use SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 motor oil as a temporary replacement. | S | |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | Total Capacity | 2.60 QTS. | 2.46 L | ACURA Manual Transmission Fluid | Use SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 motor oil as a temporary replacement. | S | |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 2.60 QTS. | 2.46 L | Use commercially-available windshield washer fluid only. | S | |||
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.
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