Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 773

Fig. 3: Adjusting Rear Toe-In (Typical)
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

TURNING ANGLE INSPECTION

Turn the steering wheel fully to the right and left while applying the brake, and check the turning angles of both
front wheels. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If the turning angle is not within the
specification or the inward turning angles differ between the right and left side, check for bent or damaged
suspension components.

RIDING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

NOTE:

Riding height specification is not available from manufacturer. Ensure riding
height between left and right side of vehicle does not differ by more than 1" (25
mm).

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2004 WHEEL ALIGNMENT Specifications & Procedures - TSX

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS

WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS

Application

Ft. Lbs. (N.m)

Rear Control Arm Self-Locking Nut

40 (54)

Spindle Nut

181 (245)

Tie Rod Lock Nut

33 (44)

Wheel Lug Nut

80 (108)

Application

Preferred

Range

Camber

(1)

Front

0

-.75 To .75

Rear

-1

-1.5 To -.5

Caster

(1)

Front

3.22

2.47 To 3.97

Toe-In

(2)

Front

0

-.08 To .08 (-2 To 2)

Rear

.08 (2)

0 To .16 (0 To 4)

Toe-Out On Turns

(1)

Inner

35.25

N/A

Outer

29.63

N/A

Turning Angle

(1)

Inward Wheel

35.25

33.25 To 37.25

Outward Wheel (Reference)

29.63

N/A

(1)

Measurements are in degrees.

(2)

Measurements are in inches (mm).

2004 Acura TSX

2004 WHEEL ALIGNMENT Specifications & Procedures - TSX

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS

A/T Overhaul (MCTA) - TSX

TRANSMISSION END COVER

END COVER REMOVAL

Special Tools Required

Mainshaft holder 07GAB-PF50101 or 07GAB-PF50100

1. Remove the two bolts securing the ATF cooler inlet line brackets, ATF filter bracket bolt, line bolt, and

remove the ATF cooler line/ATF filter (D) and filter brackets (E).

Fig. 1: Removing The Two Bolts Securing The ATF Cooler Inlet Line Brackets, ATF Filter Bracket
Bolt, Line Bolt, & Removing The ATF Cooler Line/ATF Filter And Filter Brackets

2004 Acura TSX

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS A/T Overhaul (MCTA) - TSX

2004 Acura TSX

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS A/T Overhaul (MCTA) - TSX

2. Remove the ATF cooler outlet line (F).

3. Remove the dipstick guide pipe (G).

4. Remove the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A, ATF joint pipes, ATF pipe, and gasket.

5. Remove the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves B and C, ATF joint pipes, and gasket.

6. Remove the transmission range switch cover (H).

7. Remove the transmission range switch harness clamps (I) from the clamp bracket (J), then remove the

transmission range switch (K).

8. Remove the end cover (L), dowel pins, O-rings, and end cover gasket.

9. Slip the special tool onto the mainshaft.

Fig. 2: Slipping The Special Tool Onto The Mainshaft

2004 Acura TSX

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS A/T Overhaul (MCTA) - TSX