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Acura (Honda) 3.5RL V6-3474cc 3.5L (2001)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Fluid - Differential: Specifications (page 3 of 3)

Make
Acura (Honda)
Model
RL 3.5RL
Engine
V6-3474cc 3.5L
Year
2001
Section
Fluids › Fluid - Differential
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 3 of 3
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Fluid - Differential: Service and Repair

Differential Oil 

NOTE:  Check the differential oil with engine OFF, and the vehicle on level ground. 

1. Remove the oil filler plug, then check the level and condition of the oil.
2. The oil level must be up to the fill hole. If it is below the hole, add oil until it runs out, then reinstall the oil filler plug with a new washer.

3. If the differential oil is dirty, remove the drain plug, and drain the oil.
4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer, and refill the differential with the recommended oil to the proper level.

NOTE: 
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The drain plug washer should be replaced at every oil change.

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Clean the drain plug before reinstalling.

5. Reinstall the oil filler plug with a new washer.

Oil Capacity

1.05 l (1.11 US quarts, 0.92 Imp quarts) at oil change
1.10 l (1.16 US quarts, 0.7 Imp quarts) at overhaul

Recommended oil: Hypoid gear oil
API Classification GL4 or GL5 viscosity: 
SAE 90 above 0°F (-18°C)
 
SAE 80W - 90 below 0°F (-18°C) 

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