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Answered by a verified mechanic for honda we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. I losted my manual guide for my rsx type s, and my clutch is getting stiffer and grinds due to high mileage. Yes i know the wiki has the pdf of the service manual and the text based instructions, but i thought photos with step by step howto of sorts might come in handy. The transmission fluid change is the triedandtrue process that your owners manual specifies when it calls for a transmission service. A few manufacturers even recommend automatic transmission fluid. Base model k20a3 rsx 5 speed transmissions hmotorsonline. Guide to jacking up rsx and transmission fluid swap acura rsx. Acura rsx automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts.
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