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 TSX V6FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 2.60 OZS. | 0.07 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | V6 | 3.50 QTS. | 3.31 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 | Automatic Trans,V6 | 1.77 GALS. | 6.7 L | HONDA Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 | Change including the remaining 0.196 US gal. (0.74l) in reserve tank. | S | |
| Engine Oil | V6 | 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 | V6 | 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 |
| Fuel Tank | 18.50 GALS. | 70.03 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.00 QTS. | 1.89 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.