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Power steering fluid, timing belt – Acura 2008 MDX User Manual

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Check the level on the side of the

reservoir when the engine is cold.

The fluid should be between the

UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.

If not add power steering fluid to the

UPPER LEVEL mark.

Always use Honda Power Steering

Fluid. You may use another power

steering fluid as an emergency

replacement, but have the power

steering system flushed and refilled

with Honda PSF as soon as possible.

The timing belt should be replaced

at the intervals shown in the

maintenance minder schedule.

A low power steering fluid level can

indicate a leak in the system. Check

the fluid level frequently, and have

the system inspected as soon as

possible.

If you are not sure how to add

fluid, contact your dealer.

Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so

you do not spill any. Clean up any

spills immediately; it could damage

components in the engine

compartment.

Replace the timing belt every 60,000

miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km

(Canada) if you regularly drive your

vehicle in any of the following

conditions:

In very high temperatures

(over 110°F, 43°C).

In very low temperatures

(under 20°F, 29°C).

Frequently tow a trailer.

Timing Belt

Power Steering Fluid

Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt

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UPPER LEVEL

LOWER LEVEL

Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.