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Acure CSX Service Repair Manual 2006 - 2009
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Maintenance
...................................... ...................................... Lubricants and Fluids . 3-2
Maintenance Minder
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General Information . 3-4
Maintenance Main Items . 3-7
Maintenance Sub Items . 3-8
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Application Lubricant or Fluid
3-2
Lubricants and Fluids
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
For details of the lubrication points and the type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and the various work procedures (such
as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each section.
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A Engine Acura Motor Oil:
K20Z2: P/N CA66808 (5W-20)
K20Z3: P/N CA66807 (5W-30)
Look for the API certification seal on the oil container. Make sure it says ‘‘For
Gasoline Engines.’’ SAE viscosity: See chart.
B Manual transmission Acura Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF): P/N 08798-9033C
Always use Acura MTF. Using motor oil can cause stiffer shifting because it
does not contain the proper additives.
Automatic transmission Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF-Z1): P/N CA66704
Always use Acura ATF-Z1. Using a non-Acura ATF can affect shift quality.
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D
Brake system (including VSA lines)
Clutch system (manual transmission)
Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid: P/N 08798-9008
Always use Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can
cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system.
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F
G
H
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J
K
Brake booster clevis pin
Clutch master cylinder clevis pin (manual
transmission)
Release fork (manual transmission)
Battery terminals
Fuel fill door
Trunk hinges
Hood hinges and hood latch
Multipurpose Grease
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M
Shift cable ends (manual transmission)
Caliper piston seal and boot, caliper pins and boots
Honda Silicone Grease: P/N 08C30-B0234M
N Air conditioning compressor Compressor Oil: SP-10 (P/N 38897-P13-A01AH) for refrigerant HFC-134a
(R-134a)
O Cooling system Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2: P/N CA66688
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3-3
K20Z3
Recommended Engine Oil
K20Z2
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B
C D E F
G
K
M L
N
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H
K J
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O
Engine oil viscosity for ambient temperature ranges
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Information Display
Driver’s Side Dashboard:
3-4
Maintenance Minder
General Information
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR INFORMATION DISPLAY
SEL/RESET BUTTON
The maintenance minder is an important feature of the information display. Based on engine and transmission
operating conditions, the Acura CSX’s onboard computer (ECM/PCM) calculates the remaining engine oil and the
automatic transmission fluid life. The system also displays the remaining engine oil life along with the code(s) for
other scheduled maintenance items needing service.
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Service Information
3-5
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C D
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B
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1. The remaining engine oil life (A) is shown as a
percentage on the information display. To see the
current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to
ON (II), then push and release the SEL/RESET
button repeatedly until the engine oil life displays.
2. When the ignition switch is ON (II), and the
remaining engine oil life is 6 % to 15 %, the
remaining engine oil life (A) and other scheduled
maintenance item(s) needing service are displayed.
The maintenance minder indicator (B) also comes
on when the engine oil life is 15 % or less. To
cancel the display and the indicator, press SEL/
RESET button.
• Complete list of maintenance main items (C)
(see page 3-7).
• Complete list of maintenance sub items (D)
(see page 3-8).
3. When the ignition switch is ON (II), and the
remaining engine oil life is 1 % to 5 %, the message
‘‘SERVICE’’ (A) is displayed along with engine oil
life and the same maintenance item code(s).
4. When the ignition switch is ON (II), and the
remaining engine oil life is 0 %, the engine oil life
indicator (A) blinks. Pressing SEL/RESET button
cancels the display, but the maintenance minder
indicator stays on.
5. If the indicated maintenance is not done, the engine
oil life indicator shows a negative mileage, for
example ‘‘ 10,’’ on the display. If the negative
mileage is between 0 and 9, the indicator is
displayed for only a few seconds when the ignition
switch is turned to ON (II). The negative mileage
remains displayed after the vehicle is driven more
than 10 km after 0 % oil life is reached, and the
display cannot be canceled.
This means the indicated maintenance item(s)
should have been done more than 10 km ago.
(cont’d)
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Resetting Maintenance Information Display Resetting Individual Maintenance Items
3-6
Maintenance Minder
General Information (cont’d)
NOTE:
• The vehicle must be stopped to reset the display.
• If a required service is done and the display is not
reset, or the maintenance display is reset without
doing the service, the system will not show the
proper maintenance timing. This can lead to serious
mechanical problems because there will be no
accurate record of when the required maintenance is
needed.
• The engine oil life and the maintenance item(s) can
be only reset independently with the HDS.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
2. Push and release the SEL/RESET button repeatedly
until the engine oil life indicator is displayed.
3. Press and hold the SEL/RESET button for about 10
seconds. The engine oil life indicator and the
maintenance item code(s) will blink, then release
the button.
NOTE: If you are resetting the display when the
engine oil life is more than 15 %, make sure the
maintenance item(s) requiring service are done
before resetting the display.
4. Press and hold the SEL/RESET button for another
5 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will
disappear, and the engine oil life will reset to ‘‘100’’.
1. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the
data link connector (DLC) (see step 2 on page 11-3).
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle
and the engine control module/powertrain control
module (ECM/PCM). If it doesn’t communicate,
troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see page 11-6).
4. Select GAUGES in the BODY ELECTRICAL with the
HDS.
5. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES with the HDS.
6. Select SERVICE REMINDER in the ADJUSTMENT
with the HDS.
7. Select RESET in the SERVICE REMINDER with the
HDS.
8. Select the individual maintenance item you wish to
reset.
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Symbol Maintenance Main Items
3-7
Maintenance Main Items
If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every
year.
NOTE:
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Replace the brake fluid every 3 years independent of the maintenance messages in the information display.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2 or 3, only if they are noisy.
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A Replace engine oil (see page 8-10).
Engine oil capacity without oil filter:
K20Z2: 4.0 L (4.2 US qt)
K20Z3: 4.2 L (4.4 US qt)
B Replace engine oil and oil filter (see page 8-11).
Engine oil capacity with oil filter:
K20Z2: 4.2 L (4.4 US qt)
K20Z3: 4.4 L (4.6 US qt)
Check front and rear brakes (see page 19-3).
Check pad and disc for wear (thickness), damage, and cracks.
Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mounting bolts.
Check parking brake adjustment (see page 19-7).
Check the number of clicks (8 to 10) when the parking brake lever is pulled with 196 N (20 kgf,
44 lbf) of force.
Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and gearbox boots (see page 17-5).
Check steering linkage.
Check boots for damage and leaking grease.
Check fluid lines for damage and leaks.
Inspect suspension components (see page 18-3).
Check bolts for tightness.
Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage.
Inspect driveshaft boots (see page 16-4).
Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness.
Inspect brake hoses and lines including VSA lines (see page 19-37).
Check the master cylinder and VSA modulator-control unit for damage or leakage.
Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids.
Engine coolant (see page 10-7)
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF-Z1) (see page 14-231)
Manual transmission fluid (MTF)
5M/T (see page 13-5), 6M/T (see page 13-82)
Clutch fluid (see page 12-7)
Brake fluid (see page 19-9)
Windshield washer fluid (see page 22-234)
Inspect exhaust system:
K20Z2 (see page 9-13), K20Z3 (see page 9-14)
Check catalytic converter heat shields, exhaust pipes, and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness.
Inspect fuel lines (see page 11-326) and connections (see page 11-328).
Check for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration; retighten loose connections and replace
damaged parts.
NOTE: According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with an asterisk ( ) will
not void the client’s emissions warranties. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be done at the
recommended interval, to ensure long-term reliability.
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Number Maintenance Sub Items
3-8
Maintenance Minder
Maintenance Sub Items
1 Rotate tires, and check tire inflation and condition.
Follow the pattern shown in the Owner’s Manual.
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2 Replace air cleaner element (see page 11-346).
Replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if the vehicle is driven in dusty conditions.
Replace dust and pollen filter (see page 21-75).
If the vehicle is driven mostly in urban areas that have high concentrations of dust, pollen, or soot in
the air, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Replace the filter whenever airflow from the heating and air conditioning system is less than normal.
Inspect drive belt (see page 4-30).
Look for cracks and damage, then check the position of the drive belt auto-tensioner indicator.
3 Replace automatic transmission fluid (see page 14-232).
Capacity: 2.9 L (3.1 US qt); use Acura ATF-Z1.
Replace manual transmission fluid.
5M/T (see page 13-5), 6M/T (see page 13-82)
Capacity: 1.5 L (1.6 US qt); use Acura MTF.
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4 Replace spark plugs (see page 4-21).
K20Z2: Use SKJ20DR-M11 (DENSO).
K20Z3: Use SK22PR-M11S (DENSO).
Inspect valve clearance (cold).
K20Z2 (see page 6-12)
Intake: 0.21 0.25 mm (0.008 0.010 in.), Exhaust: 0.28 0.32 mm (0.011 0.013 in.)
K20Z3 (see page 6-14)
Intake: 0.21 0.25 mm (0.008 0.010 in.), Exhaust: 0.25 0.29 mm (0.010 0.011 in.)
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5 Replace engine coolant (see page 10-8).
Capacity (including the reservoir):
K20Z2: M/T 4.3 L (1.14 US gal), A/T 4.2 L (1.11 US gal)
K20Z3: 4.5 L (1.19 US gal)
Use Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
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This complete service repair manual is an essential resource for car owners, professional mechanics, and DIY enthusiasts. With hundreds of pages, it provides comprehensive guidance for servicing, repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting your vehicle. The manual features step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and covers a wide range of topics including:
- General Info
- Specifications
- Maintenance
- Engine Electrical
- Engine
- Cooling
- Fuel and Emissions
- Transaxle
- Steering
- Suspension
- Brakes (Including ABS)
- Body
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- Body Electrical
- Restraints
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