Power Steering Fluid; Timing Belt - Acura 2011 RL Owner's Manual

Power Steering Fluid

UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVEL
After removing the right engine
compartment cover (see page
check the level on the side of the
reservoir when the engine is cold.
The fluid should be between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not, add power steering fluid to the
UPPER LEVEL mark.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spill immediately; it could damage
components in the engine
compartment.
Always use Acura Power Steering
Fluid. You may use another power
steering fluid as an emergency
replacement, but have the power
steering system flushed and refilled
with Acura PSF as soon as possible.
A low power steering fluid level can
indicate a leak in the system. Check
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the system inspected as soon as
possible.
Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.
Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt

Timing Belt

The timing belt should be replaced
according to the Maintenance
TM
Minder (see page
Replace the timing belt every 60,000
miles (100,000 km) if you regularly
drive your vehicle in any of the
following conditions:
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F,
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If you frequently tow a trailer.
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29°C).
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