Changing The Oil And Filter - Acura 2004 MDX Owner's Manual

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OIL FILTER
3. Remove the oil filter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your Acura
dealer) is required.
4. Install a new oil filter according to
the instructions that come with it.
5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten it to:
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
6. Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including filter):
4.5 US qt (4.3 )
7. Replace the engine oil fill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn off the
engine and check your work.
8. Let the engine run for several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil filter for leaks.
9. Turn off the engine and let it sit
for several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.

Changing the Oil and Filter

NOTICE: Improper disposal of engine
oil can be harmf ul to the environment.
If you change your own oil, please
dispose of used oil properly. Put it in a
sealed container, and take it to a
recycling center. Do not discard used
oil in a trash bin or dump it on the
ground.
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