Maintenance — Acura TL IV (2008-2011)

Lubricants and Fluids

For details of the lubrication points and type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and various work procedures (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc) contained in each service information.

Item	Lubrication Points	Lubricant
A	Engine	Acura Motor Oil American Honda P/N 08798-9023A (5W-20), Honda Canada P/N CA66808 (5W-20) Look for the API certification seal on the oil container Make sure it says "For Gasoline Engines" SAE viscosity See chart
B C	Automatic transmission Rear differential (SH-AWD models)	Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF-Z1) American Honda P/N 08200-9001A, Honda Canada P/N CA66704 Always use Acura ATF-Z1 Using a non-Acura ATF can affect shift quality
D	Transfer assembly (SH-AWD models)	Hypoid gear oil GL4 or GL5 Use a SAE 90 or viscosity hypoid gear oil, API classified GL4 or GL5 only Viscosity SAE 90 above 0°F (-18°C)
E	Brake system (including VSA lines)	Acura DOT 3 Brake Fluid P/N 08798-9008A Always use Acura DOT 3 Brake Fluid Using a non-Acura brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system
F G H I J	Brake booster clevis pin Battery terminals Fuel fill door Hood hinges and hood latch Trunk hinges	Multipurpose grease
K	Caliper piston boots, caliper pins, and boots	Honda Silicone Grease P/N 08C30-B0234M
L	Air conditioning compressor	Compressor oil DENSO ND-OIL 8 (P/N 38897-PR7-A01AH) for refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a)
M	Cooling system	Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant-Type 2 P/N OL999-9011A

LUBRICATION CHART

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Note. Lubricate the following areas using the recommended lubricants and fluids In corrosive areas, more frequent lubrication is necessary

The maintenance minder is an important feature of the multi-information display Based on engine and transmission operating conditions, operating conditions and accumulated engine revolutions, the TL's onboard computer (PCM) calculates the remaining engine oil and the transmission fluid life The system also displays the remaining engine oil life along with the code(s) for other scheduled maintenance items needing service

Meter

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Scheme 5: Maintenance Display

Steering Wheel

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Scheme 7: Service Information

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The remaining engine oil life (A) is shown as a percentage in the multi-information display To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode then push and release the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life displays
When the ignition switch is ON (II) or the vehicle ignition in the ON mode and the remaining engine oil life is 6 % to 15 %, the remaining engine oil life and other scheduled maintenance item(s) needing service are displayed The maintenance system message "SERVICE DUE SOON" (A) also comes on To cancel the message, press the INFO button The display continues to show the remaining engine oil life (B) and the message indicator (C) until it is reset Complete list of maintenance main items (D) (see «MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEMS»(/acura/tl/iv-2008-2011/remont/reset-procedures/#maintenance) ) Complete list of maintenance sub items (E) (see «MAINTENANCE SUB ITEMS»(/acura/tl/iv-2008-2011/remont/reset-procedures/#maintenance) )
When the ignition switch is ON (II) or the vehicle ignition in the ON mode and the remaining engine oil life is 1 % to 5 %, the maintenance system message "SERVICE DUE NOW" is displayed along with the same maintenance item code(s) If the maintenance system message display is canceled, a "SERVICE" message appears
When the ignition switch is ON (II) or the vehicle ignition in the ON mode and the remaining engine oil life is 0 %, the maintenance system message "SERVICE PAST DUE" is displayed along with the same maintenance item code(s)
If the indicated maintenance is not done, the "SERVICE PAST DUE" message shows a negative mileage, for example "10," on the display If the negative mileage is between 0 and 9, the message is displayed for only a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode The negative mileage (A) remains displayed after the vehicle is driven more than 10 miles (for USA models) or 10 km (for Canada models) after 0 % oil life is reached, and the display cannot be canceled This means the indicated maintenance item(s) should have been done more than 10 miles (or 10 km) ago

Note. The vehicle must be stopped to reset the display If a required service is done and the display is not reset, or if the maintenance display is reset without doing the service, the system will not show the proper maintenance timing This can lead to serious mechanical problems because there will be no accurate record of when the required maintenance is needed The engine oil life and maintenance item(s) can be independently reset with the HDS

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Scheme 12: Resetting the Maintenance Information Display

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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode
If system message(s) are displayed, press the INFO button to cancel the display
Push and release the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator is displayed
Press and hold the SEL/RESET button for about 10 seconds, the "OIL LIFE RESET" mode display appears NOTE: If you are resetting the display when the engine oil life is more than 15 %, make sure any maintenance item(s) requiring service are done before resetting the display To cancel the "OIL LIFE RESET" mode, press the INFO button repeatedly until the "CANCEL" indicator is displayed, then press the SEL/RESET button
Press the INFO button to select "RESET," then press the SEL/RESET button The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil fife will reset to "100"

Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC) (see step 2 on «GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION»(/acura/tl/iv-2008-2011/remont/auxiliary-emission-control-systems/#fuel-and-emissions-systems) )
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode
Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the powertrain control module (PCM) If it doesn't communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see «DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING»(/acura/tl/iv-2008-2011/remont/testing-diagnostics/#pgm-fi-system__dlc-circuit-troubleshooting) )
Select GAUGES in the BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS
Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES with the HDS
Select MAINTENANCE MINDER in the ADJUSTMENT with the HDS
Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS
Select the individual maintenance item you wish to reset

If the message "SERVICE DUE NOW" does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year

Note. Independent of the maintenance messages in the multi-information display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km) Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2 or 3 only if they are noisy

Symbol	Maintenance Main Items
A	Replace engine oil (see ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ) Engine oil capacity without oil filter 4 0 L (4 2 US qt)
B	Replace engine oil and oil filter (see ENGINE OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT ) Engine oil capacity with oil filter 4 3 L (4 5 US qt)
	Check front and rear brakes (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) Check pads and discs for wear (thickness), damage, and cracks Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mounting bolts Check condition of parking brake lining, wear, cracking, glazing, oil or grease contamination
	Check parking brake adjustment (see PARKING BRAKE INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ) Number of clicks (5 to 9) when the parking brake pedal is pressed with 294 N (30 kgf, 66 lbf) of force
	Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and gearbox boots (see STEERING LINKAGE AND GEARBOX INSPECTION ) Check steering linkage Check boots for damage and leaking grease
	Inspect suspension components (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) Check bolts for tightness Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage
	Inspect driveshaft boots (see DRIVESHAFT INSPECTION ) Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness
	Inspect brake hoses and lines including VSA lines (see BRAKE HOSE AND LINE INSPECTION ) Check the master cylinder and VSA modulator-control unit for damage and leakage
	Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids Engine coolant (see COOLANT CHECK ) Automatic transmission fluid (ATF-Z1) (see ATF LEVEL CHECK ) Rear differential fluid (see REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT ) Brake fluid (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ) Windshield washer fluid
	Inspect exhaust system (see EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER REPLACEMENT )* Check catalytic converter heat shields, exhaust pipes, and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness
	Inspect fuel lines* Without SH-AWD (see FUEL LINE INSPECTION ) With SH-AWD (see WITH SH-AWD ) and connections* Without SH-AWD (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING PRECAUTIONS ) With SH-AWD (see WITH SH-AWD ) Check for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration, retighten loose connections and replace damaged parts

MAIN ITEM MAINTENANCE CHART

Note. According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with an asterisk (*) will not void the client's emissions warranties However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be done at the recommended interval, to ensure long-term reliability

Number	Maintenance Sub Items
1	Rotate tires, and check tire inflation and condition Follow the pattern shown in the Owner's Service Information.
2	Replace air cleaner element (see AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT ) If the vehicle is regularly driven in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)
	Replace dust and pollen filter (see DUST AND POLLEN FILTER REPLACEMENT ) If the vehicle is driven primarily in areas that have high concentrations of dust, pollen, or soot in the air, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) Replace the filter whenever airflow from the heating and air conditioning system is less than normal
	Inspect drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ) Look for cracks and damage, and inspect auto tensioner, no adjustment is needed
3	Replace automatic transmission fluid (see ATF REPLACEMENT ) and transfer fluid (SH-AWD models) (see TRANSFER ASSEMBLY FLUID REPLACEMENT ) Automatic transmission fluid capacity Without SH-AWD 3 3 L (3 5 US qt) With SH-AWD 2 8 L (3 0 US qt) Use Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF-Z1) Transfer fluid capacity 0 43 L (0 45 US qt), use hypoid gear oil GL4 or GL5
4	Replace spark plugs (see SPARK PLUG INSPECTION ) J35Z6 Use ILZKR7B11 (NGK) J37A4 Use SXU22HCR11S (DENSO)
	Replace timing belt J35Z6 (see TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT ) J37A4 (see TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT ) If the vehicle is regularly driven in very high temperatures over 110°F (43°C), or in very low temperatures under -20°F (-29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (USA)/100,000 km (Canada) and inspect water pump (see WATER PUMP INSPECTION )
	Inspect the valve clearance (cold) J35Z6 (see VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT ) J37A7 (see VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT ) Intake 0 20-0 24 mm (0 008-0 009 in), Exhaust 0 28-0 32 mm (0 011-0 013 in)
5	Replace engine coolant (see COOLANT CHECK ) Capacity (including the reservoir) 6 3 L (1 66 US gal), use Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
6	Replace rear differential fluid (SH-AWD models) (see REAR FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT ) Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (shear) stress to fluid This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the maintenance minder If the vehicle is regularly driven in these conditions, have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) Capacity 2 53 L (2 67 US qt), use Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF-Z1)

MAINTENANCE SUB ITEMS CHART

Maintenance Acura TL IV