Engine Lubrication Acura RSX I

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Symptom Troubleshooting Index

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

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1. Remove the YEL/RED wire (A) from the engine oil pressure switch (B).
2. Check for continuity between the positive terminal (C) and the engine (ground). There should be continuity with the engine stopped. There should be no continuity with the engine running.
3. If the switch fails to operate, check the engine oil level. If the engine oil level is OK, check the engine oil pressure. If the oil pressure is OK, replace the oil pressure switch (see «OIL PRESSURE SWITCH TEST»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication) ).

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1. Disconnect the oil pressure switch connector, then remove the oil pressure switch.
2. Apply liquid gasket to the oil pressure switch threads, then install the oil pressure switch. NOTE: Using too much liquid gasket may cause liquid gasket to enter the oil passage or the end of the new oil pressure switch.

Oil Pressure Test

If the low oil pressure indicator stays on with the engine running, check the engine oil level. If the oil level is correct

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1. Remove the engine oil pressure switch, and install an oil pressure gauge (A).
2. Start the engine. Shut it off immediately if the gauge registers no oil pressure. Repair the problem before continuing.
3. Allow the engine to reach operating temperature (fan comes on at least twice). The pressure should be: Engine Oil Temperature: 176°F (80°C) Engine Oil Pressure: At Idle: 70 kPa (0.7 kgf/cm 2 , 10 psi) min. At 3,000 RPM: 300 kPa (3.1 kgf/cm 2 , 44 psi) min.
4. If the oil pressure is NOT within specification, inspect these items. Check the oil strainer for clogging. Check the oil pump (see «OIL PUMP REMOVAL»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication) ).

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1. Warm up the engine.
2. Remove the drain bolt (A), and drain the engine oil. K20A3 engine: K20A2, K20Z1 engines
3. Reinstall the drain bolt with a new washer (B).
4. Refill with the recommended oil. Capacity K20A3 Engine: At Oil Change: 4.0 L (4.2 US qt) At Oil Change Including Filter: 4.2 L (4.4 US qt) After Engine Overhaul: 5.3 L (5.6 US qt) K20A2, K20Z1 Engines: At Oil Change: 4.5 L (4.8 US qt) At Oil Change Including Filter: 4.7 L (5.0 US qt) After Engine Overhaul: 5.8 L (6.1 US qt)
5. Run the engine for more than 3 minutes, then check for oil leakage.

Engine Oil Filter Replacement

Special Tools Required

Oil filter wrench 07HAA-PJ70100

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1. Remove the oil filter with the special tool.
2. Inspect the threads (A) and rubber seal (B) on the new filter. Wipe off the seat on the engine block, then apply a light coat of engine oil to the filter rubber seal. Use only filters with a built-in bypass system.
3. Install the oil filter by hand.
4. After the rubber seal seats, tighten the oil filter clockwise with the special tool. Tighten: 3/4 turn clockwise Tightening Torque: 12 N.m (1.2 kgf.m, 8.7 lbf.ft)
5. If four numbers or marks (1 to 4 or "DTRIF" to "DTRIF""DTRIF""DTRIF""DTRIF") are printed around the outside of the filter, use the following procedure to tighten the filter. Spin the filter on until its seal lightly seats against the block/oil cooler, and note which number or mark is at the bottom. Tighten the filter by turning it clockwise three numbers or marks from the one you noted. For example, if number 2 is at the bottom when the seal is seated, tighten the filter until the number 1 comes around the bottom.
6. After installation, fill the engine with oil up to the specified level, run the engine for more than 3 minutes, then check for oil leakage.

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1. Remove the oil filter (see «ENGINE OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication__engine-oil-filter-replacement) ).
2. Remove the oil filter feed pipe.
3. Install two 20 x 1.5 mm nuts (A) onto the new oil filter feed pipe. Hold the nut with a wrench, then tighten the other nut.
4. Tighten the oil filter feed pipe to the block to 49 N.m (5.0 kgf.m, 36 lbf.ft), then remove the nuts from the oil filter feed pipe.

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1. Remove the oil filter (see «ENGINE OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication__engine-oil-filter-replacement) ).
2. Remove the oil cooler bypass hoses (A) and oil cooler center bolt (B), then remove the oil cooler (C).
3. Install the oil cooler using a new O-ring (D). Tighten the oil cooler center bolt to 74 N.m (7.5 kgf.m, 54 lbf.ft).

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1. Remove the oil jet, and inspect it as follows. Make sure that a 1.1 mm (0.04 in.) diameter drill will go through the nozzle hole (A) (1.2 mm (0.05 in.) diameter). Insert the other end of a 1.1 mm (0.04 in.) drill into the oil intake (1.2 mm (0.05 in.) diameter). Make sure the check ball (B) moves smoothly and has a stroke of approximately 4.0 mm (0.16 in.). Check the oil jet operation with an air nozzle. It should take at least 200 kPa (2.0 kgf/cm 2 , 28 psi) to unseat the check ball. NOTE: Replace the oil jet assembly if the nozzle is damaged or bent.
2. Carefully install the oil jet. The mounting torque is critical. Torque: 16 N.m (1.6 kgf.m, 12 lbf.ft)

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1. Remove the oil pan (see «OIL PAN REMOVAL»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
2. Remove and discard the oil pump chain tensioner.
3. Remove the oil pump.

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1. Remove the pump cover.
2. Check the inner-to-outer rotor radial clearance between the inner rotor (A) and outer rotor (B). If the inner-to-outer rotor radial clearance exceeds the service limit, replace the oil pump. Inner Rotor-to-Outer Rotor Radial Clearance Standard (New): 0.02-0.15 mm (0.001-0.006 in.) Service Limit: 0.20 mm (0.08 in.)
3. Check the housing-to-rotor axial clearance between the rotor (A) and pump housing (B). If the housing-to-rotor axial clearance exceeds the service limit, replace the oil pump. Housing-to-Rotor Axial Clearance Standard (New): 0.02-0.07 mm (0.001-0.003 in.) Service Limit: 0.12 mm (0.005 in.)
4. Check the housing-to-outer rotor radial clearance between the outer rotor (A) and pump housing (B). If the housing-to-outer rotor radial clearance exceeds the service limit, replace the oil pump. Housing-to-Outer Rotor Radial Clearance Standard (New): 0.15-0.21 mm (0.006-0.008 in.) Service Limit: 0.23 mm (0.009 in.)
5. Inspect both rotors and the pump housing for scoring or other damage. Replace parts, if necessary.
6. Install the oil pump cover.

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1. Install the oil pump.
2. Squeeze the new oil pump chain tensioner (A), then install the set clip (B) on it as shown. NOTE: The set clip is supplied with the oil pump chain tensioner.
3. Install the oil pump chain tensioner.
4. Remove the set clip from the oil pump chain tensioner.
5. Install the oil pan (see «OIL PAN INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).

See also:
• VALVE STEM-TO-GUIDE CLEARANCE INSPECTION
• PISTON RING REPLACEMENT
• SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION
• OIL PRESSURE SWITCH TEST
• OIL PRESSURE TEST
• ENGINE OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT