Transmission Fluid - Acura TSX 2012 Online Reference Owner's Manual

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Transmission Fluid

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Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Acura ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
4-cylinder models
Upper
Lower
Marks
6-cylinder models
Upper Mark
HOT
Lower Mark
Range
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1. Park on level ground, and start the engine.
2. Wait until the radiator fan starts and then
turn off the engine.
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Perform step 3 after waiting for about 60
seconds (less than 90 seconds).
3. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the
Rubber
transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth.
Cap
4. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the
transmission securely, as shown in the
Guide
image.
5. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid
level.
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It should be between the upper and
lower marks in the HOT range.
6. If the level is below the lower mark, add
fluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to the
level between the upper and lower marks,
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Acura ATF
DW-1 may adversely affect the operation and
durability of your vehicle's transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acura ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Acura's new vehicle warranty.
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.