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Need to change trans fluid on 05 acura tl what should i use. When adding transmission fluid to your tl, be sure to add it slowly as the transmission fluid. On this episode, our gracious host shows us how to drain and refill the manual transmission fluid on a honda acura 6 speed transmission. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2005 acura tl 3. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Idemitsu atf type h plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart. The worst complaints are transmission failure, slipping. It is also great for lubricating and cooling internal components. Complete video instructions to add transmission fluid to a 2005 acura tl 3. Genuine acura automatic transmission fluid provides hydraulic power to perform transmission functions, such as shifting gears. Manual transmission fluid application guide carquest auto parts. This is kinda unique to the mdx because my tl s dont act in this way just fyi the service manual only asks for 3q so the service drain and fill needs 3q. I see a lot of people saying the gm syncomesh friction modified makes the trans shift great. When and how to check fluid level engine should be running.
So to really get a good change in fluid you need to dump and fill 2 or 3 times with some driving between. Hello, this vehicle can have both an automatic or a manual transmission, the fluid fill levels are different for each. Since date of purchase transmission will pop out of 3rd gear several times each week while driving. European honda accord cl chassis and should be done at 120k miles.
Detailed features and specs for the used 2005 acura tl including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Welcome to your best source of information for automotive and light truck oil and fluid capacities. How many quarts of oil does 2005 acura tsx hold answers. Complete manual transmissions for acura tl for sale ebay. Changing the manual transmission fluid is one of the easier diy jobs that needs doing on the acura tl, and you will be rewarded with slick shifts for thousands of miles afterwards. If the transmission fluid is discolored or extremely low, it is a good idea to change it rather than just filling it. Larry answered 7 years ago autozone lists the capacity of that year as being 7. Manual transmission change on a honda accord v6 6mt with capacity of 2. Transmissions replaced prior to march 2005 usually fail again. Automatic transmission fluid change performed on a 2005 acura tl. To purchase printed manuals, you can order online or contact. May 16, 2010 the manclub is back with another diy video. Not only did acura do a wonderful job in the aesthetics but the inside is also extremely classy. Find detailed specifications for your 2005 acura tl.
I purchased 2 quarts of this product along with a manual fluid pump linked below and followed an online video to replace the fluid myself. Genuine honda fluid 087989031 manual transmission fluid. The recommendation in the manual is to change the engine oil and filter every 7500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first, and to change the transmission fluid and the fluids in the vtm every 30,000 miles or 24 months, whichever comes first. It was very easy and i have had no problems or warning lights from the vehicle since. Shop for transmission fluids in transmission, brake and steering fluids. Purchased a 2005 acura tl aspec 6speed manual in 2007. Only bad things is that i have to pay for expensive gas and in this economy it is a lot of money to spend. Motor oil vehicle specific 2005 acura tl oreilly auto. How to change acura honda transmission fluid tutorial easy just showing how to change transmission fluid in a acura tl. Changing 6mt transmission fluid acurazine acura enthusiast. Please refer to the maintenance section of your owners manual to determine all appropriate maintenance intervals. Adding fluid to your acura tl transmission is fundamental to the overall operation of your vehicle. Does anyones 20052008 owners manual say anything different.
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I have a 2005 acura tl with approximately 154k miles on it. My 2008 honda fit base model, manual transmission required new tranny fluid at 65k miles. I was wondering if the transmission from a 2005 acura tl fit my 2006. Edmunds has 468 used acura tls for sale near you, including a 2003 tl 3. Transmission drain and fill capacity acura mdx suv forums. Changing transmission fluid 2005 acura tsx 100 miles. How to change transmission fluid oild on 04 05 06 07 08 acura tl duration. Using a properly formulated transmission fluid for your acura 3. Thats why we offer you a spectrum of 2005 acura tl motor oils and engine. Transmission may have a faulty 3rd gear synchronizer or 34 shift sleeve. Buy products such as super tech atf plus 4 automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart at walmart and save.
Acura has been developed sophisticated transmissions through years and it is critical that you add the exact type of transmission fluid stipulated by your owners manual typically in the back of the manual in a section titled fluid capacities. Reference the model year in the table to see what capacity and type is applicable for your car. Idemitsu is the only global authorized supplier for. The manual states for honda atf z1 but that has been discontinued and.
My vehicle has roughly 300 horsepower compared to the stock 240. And the oil is full synthetic making it more money to spend. Twothirds of the transmission fluid is trapped in the torque converter, so changing. I used a opaquesemclear plastic catch pan and labeled each quarts worth of fluid on it so that the same amount that came out could go in. They have a 2001 tl non type s and i want to see if that will work on the 03 typ. Acura tl automatic transmission fluid change with basic. How to change the transmission fluid on a 2003 acura tl it still. I am looking into changing it myself, but then i read a post saying that once a transmission is used to running on crap, it wont run on anything else. Simply click on the fluid capacity lookup button below, and then follow the directions to prepare a complete and printable list of filters and fluid capacities for your vehicle.
What is the engine oil capacity for the 2005 hyundai santa fe. Acura tsx 2005, atf type h plus automatic transmission fluid by idemitsu. It was first introduced in 1995, replacing the acura vigor car on sale. The acura tl is a compact executive entrylevel luxury car that was manufactured by acura. Complete video instructions to add transmission fluid to a 2005 acura rl 3. How much transmission fluid does a 2005 acura tl take. Idemitsu sae 0w20 full synthetic motor oil, 5 quarts. Jan 16, 2008 what is the engine oil capacity for the 2005 hyundai santa fe. So i have a 2005 acura tl automatic, and ive noticed for a while that switching between gears is very clunky so i checked my transmission fluid dipstick and its pretty low. Honda civic transmission fluid type and capacity 2001.
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Acura tl automatic transmission 2005, atf type h plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by idemitsu. Acura tl is a businessclass car manufactured by honda under the acura brand. How to add transmission fluid to a acura tl transmission. How many quarts of transmission fluid for my 2005 mdx acura. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for acura tl when you shop the largest online selection at. Me performing a 1x3 quart drainrefill procedure on my acura tl 2006 auto. Most of hondas automatic transmissions are unusual in that they. May 25, 2016 the fluid youll want to use is honda manual transmission fluid, which most honda and acura dealerships have in stock. How many quarts of transmission fluid does it take to fill up a 2005 dodge ram 1500 5.
How to change the transmission fluid on a 2003 acura tl. Oct 21, 2010 how much transmission fluid does a 2005 acura tl take. Hondaacura 6 speed manual transmission oil change youtube. Acuratransfluid acura automatic transmission fluid. For the domestic market of japan, the car was manufactured from 1996 to 2000 under the name honda inspire, and also called honda saber from 1996 to 2004.
To see how frequently 2005 acura tl problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. However i didnt do the the drainfill method, but did the transmission line method instead to extract all the fluid on the first try. How to add transmission fluid to a acura tl transmission it. Apr 04, 20 what is best transmission fluid for 3 gen 2005 acura tl. Acura tl type s 6 speed manual transmission 165k miles oem fits. Ive heard different things about changing the fluid but, should i drain the fluid then refill it or should i simply refill it. Im currently shopping between a 2006 acura mdx with 108,000 miles and a 2005 acura mdx with 158,000. This link also has a vintage vehicle lookup, along with a power sports oil and filter guide.