2001 Acura MDX
Maintenance & specsVERIFIED Oct 29, 2026
The 2001 Acura MDX takes 5W-20 Synthetic Blend with a total capacity of 4.5 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 17mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 39 Nm. Note: this vehicle has 4 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2001 ACURA MDX
- Torque your drain plug to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads.
- Always use 5W-20 Synthetic Blend as specified by Acura — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty.
- Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
01
Oil & Filter
OilBuy
Viscosity5W-20
Oil typeSynthetic Blend
Capacity (with filter)4.5 qt
Capacity (w/o filter)4.2 qt
OEM specAPI SN
Filter Options
No filter cross-references added yet.
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size17 mm
ThreadM14x1.5
Torque spec39 Nm
GasketCrush washer
1st gen YD1 (3.5L J35A V6)
02
Fluid Specifications
Transmission FluidBuy
TypeHonda ATF DW-1
Capacity3.5 qt
Change interval40,000 mi
Brake FluidBuy
DOT typeDOT 4
Change interval30,000 mi
CoolantBuy
TypeType 2
ColorBlue
Capacity6 qt
Change interval100,000 mi
Power Steering FluidBuy
TypeHonda Power Steering Fluid
Differential Fluid (rear)Buy
Type75W-90 GL-5
Capacity2 qt
Change interval60,000 mi
03
Parts & Specifications
Tires
Size245/60R18
Front pressure33 PSI
Rear pressure33 PSI
Air Filter
Acura17220-RDJ-J00OEM
Buy04
Maintenance Schedule
≈ every 6 months
- ▸Change Engine Oil & Filter
05
Torque Specifications
06
Safety Recalls
407
Technical Service Bulletins
104Estimated Current Value
Original MSRP
$55,000
Private Party
$2,612–$2,887
Dealer Retail
$3,025–$3,437
Trade-In
$2,337–$2,612
Depreciation
95%
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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Tools & Supplies
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