1997 Acura El Engine Parts

This table covers the seals at each camshaft end. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

9 Camshaft Seal parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, BCA and 6 other brands. FEL-PRO TCS45620 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes FEL-PRO TCS45620, MAHLE / CLEVITE 67604 and BCA NS320595 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the bearings in the connecting-rod big ends. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

9 Connecting Rod Bearing parts for the 1997 Acura El come from 3 brands — KING ENGINE BEARINGS, MAHLE / CLEVITE and SEALED POWER. The "Popular" part is MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1461P.

The High Performance section lists 5 options from KING ENGINE BEARINGS and MAHLE / CLEVITE — engineered beyond original-equipment specification. KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR4046XPC is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, MAHLE / CLEVITE, KING ENGINE BEARINGS and SEALED POWER supply 4 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1461P.

Part numbers include MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1461P, KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR4046XPC and KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR4046XPCX, among others listed above.

This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

4 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts for the 1997 Acura El come from 4 brands — AJUSA, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include AJUSA 54084900, FEL-PRO CS99152 and MAHLE / CLEVITE CS54234A, among others listed above.

This table covers the main bearings that support the crankshaft in the block. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

6 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from MAHLE / CLEVITE, KING ENGINE BEARINGS and SEALED POWER. KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5568AM carries the "Popular" badge.

High Performance: 2 parts, from KING ENGINE BEARINGS and MAHLE / CLEVITE. A representative part number is KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5568XP.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from MAHLE / CLEVITE, KING ENGINE BEARINGS and SEALED POWER. KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5568AM is listed in this group.

Part numbers include KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5568AM, KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5568XP and MAHLE / CLEVITE MS1804H, among others listed above.

This table covers the sleeves used to restore a grooved crankshaft seal surface. Read more

5 Crankshaft Repair Sleeve parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from BCA, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 2 other brands. BCA NS99315 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes BCA NS99315, FEL-PRO 16275 and MAHLE / CLEVITE A354 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

15 Crankshaft Seal parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from FEL-PRO, NATIONAL, BCA and 7 other brands. FEL-PRO TCS45989 carries the "Popular" badge.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Crankshaft Seal. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

This group shows a single part: MAHLE / CLEVITE JV1171.

This table covers the bolts that clamp the cylinder head to the block. Read more

This group shows a single part: ELRING 022590.

This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Cylinder Head Gasket parts for the 1997 Acura El come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, AJUSA, ELRING and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 9915PT.

This group includes FEL-PRO 9915PT, AJUSA 10092600 and ELRING 864250 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

7 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts for the 1997 Acura El come from 7 brands — FEL-PRO, SKP, AJUSA and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO HS9915PT1.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO HS9915PT1, SKP SKHS9915PT1 and AJUSA 52151000, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the block heaters that warm the coolant or oil in cold weather. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Acura El — KAT'S HEATERS 11419.

This table covers the Engine covers. Read more

This group shows a single part: TECHPRO HO1228143.

This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

This group shows a single part: AJUSA 50164200.

This table covers the crankshaft pulleys / harmonic balancers at the front of the engine. Read more

This group shows a single part: DAYCO PB1574N.

This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Intake Manifold Gasket parts for the 1997 Acura El come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, AJUSA, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO MS91485.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO MS91485, AJUSA 13130400 and BECK/ARNLEY 0376006, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the mounts that hold the engine to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

12 Motor Mount parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, ANCHOR, SKP and 1 other brand. SKP SKM8435 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, SKP supplies 3 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is SKP SKM8435.

The Standard Replacement section: 9 options from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, ANCHOR and PIONEER. DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A6502 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Motor Mount inserts. Read more

This group shows a single part: ENERGY SUSPENSION 161106G.

This table covers the Motor Mount kits. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Acura El — ANCHOR 301215.

This table covers the engine oils listed by grade and specification for this engine. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking after a long interval, or oil that has gone thin and black well before the next service. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes (and on the filler cap). The tables group grades — they are not interchangeable. Read more

17 Oil parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from MOBIL and VALVOLINE. MOBIL 125195 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Full Synthetic grade, MOBIL and VALVOLINE supply 7 parts: full-synthetic oils. A representative part number is MOBIL 125195.

The High Mileage (>75,000 Miles) section lists 6 options from MOBIL and VALVOLINE — oils grouped for high-mileage engines. MOBIL 125201 is listed in this group.

In the Synthetic Blend grade, MOBIL and VALVOLINE supply 4 parts: synthetic-blend oils. A representative part number is MOBIL 124406.

This table covers the Oil Cooler Mounting kits. Read more

2 Oil Cooler Mounting Kit parts for the 1997 Acura El come from HAYDEN.

Part numbers include HAYDEN 238 and HAYDEN 153.

This table covers the Oil Dipstick tubes. Read more

2 Oil Dipstick / Tube parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from DORMAN and SKP.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 917330 and SKP SK917330.

This table covers the drain plugs in the oil pan. Read more

8 Oil Drain Plug parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from DORMAN, ELRING, AGS and 2 other brands. AGS ODP00007 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include AGS ODP00007, DORMAN 090053 and DORMAN 090075, among others listed above.

This table covers the crush washers and gaskets under the oil drain plug. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

2 Oil Drain Plug Gasket parts for the 1997 Acura El come from 2 brands — ELRING and FEL-PRO.

Part numbers include ELRING 243600 and FEL-PRO 73346.

This table covers the caps on the oil filler neck. Read more

2 Oil Filler Cap parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from MOTORAD and SKP.

Listed part numbers: MOTORAD MO81 and SKP SKMO81.

This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive. Read more

15 Oil Filter parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from BOSCH, VARIOUS MFR, WIX and 9 other brands. WIX 51334XP carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 4 parts, from BOSCH, FVP, PRO-TEC and 1 other brand. A representative part number is BOSCH 72228WS.

In the High Performance / Heavy Duty grade, WIX and MOBIL supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is WIX 51334XP.

The Standard Replacement section: 9 options from BOSCH, WIX, ACDELCO and 6 other brands. BOSCH 3312 is listed in this group.

This table covers the oil pans that hold the engine's oil sump. Read more

4 Oil Pan parts for the 1997 Acura El come from 4 brands — DORMAN, LILAND GLOBAL, SKP and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 264413, LILAND GLOBAL IHOP21A and SKP SK264413, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Oil Pan Gasket parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from FEL-PRO, AJUSA, ELRING and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO OS30691R carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO OS30691R, AJUSA 14070800 and ELRING 705110, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the rings that seal each piston to the cylinder wall. Read more

2 Piston Ring parts for the 1997 Acura El come from 2 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE and SEALED POWER.

This group includes MAHLE / CLEVITE 41618 and SEALED POWER E514KC.

This table covers the Thrust washers. Read more

4 Thrust Washer parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from ENGINE PRO, KING ENGINE BEARINGS, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: ENGINE PRO 13473S, KING ENGINE BEARINGS TW140AM and MAHLE / CLEVITE TW473S, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Timing belts. Typical signs include squeal on cold start, cracked ribs, or glazing. Spin the tensioner and idlers by hand while the belt is off. Read more

7 Timing Belt parts for the 1997 Acura El come from 6 brands — GATES, CLOYES, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is GATES T224RB.

The Economy section: 1 option from CLOYES. CLOYES B224 is listed in this group.

The High Performance section: 1 option from GATES. GATES T224RB is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from GATES, ACDELCO, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is GATES T224.

Part numbers include GATES T224RB, CLOYES B224 and GATES T224, among others listed above.

This table covers the Timing Belt & component kits. Read more

11 Timing Belt & Component Kit parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from CONTINENTAL, GATES, ACDELCO and 4 other brands. AISIN TKH005 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from CONTINENTAL. A representative part number is CONTINENTAL GTKWP224A.

The Standard Replacement section: 10 options from GATES, ACDELCO, GMB and 4 other brands. AISIN TKH005 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Timing Belt tensioners. Typical signs include belt flutter, a chirp that returns after a new belt, or an arm that no longer damps. Replace the tensioner with the belt at higher mileage. Read more

6 Timing Belt Tensioner parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from GMB, SKP, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. GMB 4359040 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes GMB 4359040, SKP SKT41023 and ACDELCO T41023 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

7 Valve Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from ELRING, FEL-PRO, VICTOR REINZ and 3 other brands. FEL-PRO VS50500R carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes FEL-PRO VS50500R, VICTOR REINZ 155254301 and AJUSA 56026400 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Valve Cover grommets. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Acura El — ELRING 389190.

This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

8 Valve Stem Seal parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from ELRING, MAHLE / CLEVITE, FEL-PRO and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO SS702831 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO SS702831, MAHLE / CLEVITE SS45626 and AJUSA 57030200, among others listed above.

This table covers the oil-control solenoids that command the cam phasers. Typical signs include a door or range that will not move, or a click with no motion. Confirm the command signal before replacing the actuator — a failed module looks the same. Read more

4 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid / Actuator parts are listed for the 1997 Acura El, from DORMAN, ROSTRA, WELLS and 1 other brand.

Economy: 3 parts, from DORMAN, ROSTRA and WELLS. A representative part number is DORMAN 918063.

The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VVT277 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 918063, ROSTRA 790082 and WELLS 2T1160, plus the other parts above.