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Sedans Acura TSX Acura TSX Basic Maintenance Questions
91 messages, Last post on Oct 17, 2008 at 5:14 AM
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No one changes the oil without changing the oil filter. I think you may have read that part wrong. I have an '02 Honda CRV with a variant of the same engine. The service interval is indeed 10,000 miles. When I had other Hondas that had the 7500 mile interval, I had an oil change done every 3750 miles. It probably wasn't necessary, but it looks good when you get ready to sell, as almost everyone besides the manufacturers seems to think its necessary. To stay on the 10K miles interval, I now have the oil changed every 5000 miles. (yes, the filter also). It probably doesn't need the extra change either, but its only $25 at the dealer. I must say, I do enjoy not having to take it in as often. Hope this helps, kyfdx |
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| Does the TSX use the same oil and air filter as the 4-cylinder Accord? | |
| I don't have the manual in front of me, but I vaguely remember being surprised that Acura did not want a filter change with every oil change... | |
| Dealer said it was 5K, but am thinking I read it was 10K in the manual. Anyone know? | |
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I almost hesitate to ask this, because I know it might start a "tastes great, less filling" debate, but here goes. Checking my oil at 1500 miles while filling up the gas tank, I was a bit alarmed to see that the level was just at the bottom "pit" of the oil stick. Checking it later after the engine cooled down for more than an hour, the oil level was just under the top "pit" where I expected it. I'd always believed that you never check the oil when hot because so much of the oil hasn't drained to the oil pan. But the manual specifically states that the oil is checked when the engine is warm. So the question is, have Acura's engineers designed the oil stick markings for a warm engine? Should I not read the stick at the gas station and just check it when the engine's cold? |
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I am looking into buying a 2004 tsx but was wondering what the average cost of repairs are.......do they tend to be higher than say for example, an accord or maxima? I am concerned that Acura, being a more expensive car, will lead to more expensive repairs or service. Anyone who has experience w/ repairs, service, even oil changes, please let me know if the tsx is going to cost me much much more than the 98 altima I have now. Thanks!
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Replying to: meg9713 (Apr 22, 2005 4:09 pm)
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Replying to: jimby (Apr 22, 2005 5:13 pm) How are you? I'm WiLL and I am new to this so please excuse me I am indeed placing this inquiry in the wrong section of this forum. Perhaps you can direct me to the right section if I am indeed in the wrong place? I have an 2004 TSX. I am a NYC resident but I bought it off the dealer in Maple Shade, NJ just because it was a little less expensive. I bought it at 1,800 miles floor model. It is now nearing 9,500 miles and the maintenance light is beginning to flash (not steady). I called a few dealers up for the maintenance fees and what it entails. They all ran quotes from $130 - $150. Is there any possibility I can find a place cheaper then that? $150 for a maintenance of oli change, filter change, tire rotation is kind of expensive to me. Thank you, WiLL
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Replying to: willyboy (Jul 22, 2005 7:45 am) You can probably save money if you just change oil and rotate tires. This is what I did. For a fact on 10k Miles there is nothing needs to be done except these 2 things. read user manual for maintanance and see what you have to do,. |
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Will this extend life of transmission and provide better gas milage?
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