2008 Acura RDX Owner's Manual - Page 342

Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to the maintenance messages shown on the multiinformation display. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly. Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle should be raised on a service stationtype hydraulic lift for this service. Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment, you should have this maintenance done by a skilled technician. 3. Remove the oil filter, and let the remaining oil drain. A special wrench (available from your dealer) is required. 4. Check the oil filter to make sure its gasket did not stick to the filter base. A stuck gasket could cause an oil leak. 5. Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that come with it. OIL FILTER OIL DRAIN BOLT WASHER 1. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it off. 2. Open the hood, and remove the engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from the bottom of the engine. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 338 2008 RDX