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Fig. 257: Identifying Exhaust Pipe Nuts And Gaskets With Torque Specifications
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6. Refill the transfer assembly with transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil), if necessary (see TRANSFER

ASSEMBLY FLUID REPLACEMENT ).

7. Refill the transmission with ATF (see step 6 ).

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL

Special Tools Required

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Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T-12566

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Engine hanger balancer bar VSB02C000019

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Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016

These special tools are available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program 1-888-424-6857.

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system. Make sure the

ignition switch is in LOCK (0).

2. Remove the covers in the following order: battery trim (A), left upper fender trim (B), cowl cover upper

trim (C), right upper fender trim (D), upper grille cover (E), and intake manifold cover (F).

NOTE:

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Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.

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Special tool Reds engine support hanger AAR-T-12566 must be used with
the side engine mount installed.

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Fig. 258: Identifying Battery Trim, Cowl Cover Upper Trim, Upper Grille Cover And Intake
Manifold Cover
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3. Remove the windshield wiper arms (see WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT ) and cowl cover (see

WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT ).

4. Disconnect the support strut from the pivot ball on both sides (bolted to the hood). Raise and secure the

hood in a vertical position. Remove the right side pivot ball and install it into the lower threaded hole,
then reattach the support strut.

Fig. 259: [Removing Right Side Pivot Ball]
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5. Set the wheels in the straight ahead position, and lock the steering wheel.

6. Drain the power steering system fluid from the reservoir (see FLUID CHECK/REPLACEMENT ).

NOTE:

Do not attempt to close the hood with the support strut in the vertical
position; it will damage the support strut and the hood.

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7. Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0). Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery, then

disconnect the positive terminal.

8. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, and remove the battery cover, battery, and battery tray.

9. Remove the air cleaner (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

10. Remove the battery base.

11. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.

12. Remove the splash shield.

13. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).

Fig. 260: Identifying Drain Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications
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14. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).

15. Remove the strut brace.

Fig. 261: Identifying Strut Brace
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16. Disconnect the steering joint (see STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).

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17. Remove the power steering pump outlet line (A) from the power steering pump, and remove the hose (B)

from its clamp (C).

Fig. 262: Identifying Power Steering Pump Outlet Line, Hose And Clamp
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18. Disconnect the power steering pressure switch connector.

Fig. 263: Identifying Power Steering Pressure Switch Connector
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19. Remove the starter cables (A) from the starter, and remove the harness clamp (B) from the clamp bracket

(C).

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