1997 Acura NSX Engine Parts

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Camshaft seal surface. Read more

3 Camshaft Repair Sleeve parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from SCHAEFFLER, SKF and TIMKEN. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

This group includes SCHAEFFLER SR3462, SKF 99114 and TIMKEN KWK99112.

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

7 Camshaft Seal parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from TIMKEN, AJUSA, APEX and 4 other brands. TIMKEN 1989 carries the "Popular" badge. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 5 are engine-specific.

Part numbers include TIMKEN 1989, AJUSA 15059800 and APEX ATC1460, 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

2 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts for the 1997 Acura NSX come from 2 brands — AJUSA and APEX. Every part fits both the 3.0L V6 and the 3.2L V6.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 54085000 and APEX ACS1046.

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

8 Crankshaft Repair Sleeve parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from SCHAEFFLER, TIMKEN, BCA and 3 other brands. BCA NS99315 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

Listed part numbers: BCA NS99315, NATIONAL 99315 and SCHAEFFLER SR3549, plus the other 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

16 Crankshaft Seal parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from APEX, ELRING, SCHAEFFLER and 9 other brands. APEX ABS128 carries the "Popular" badge. 13 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.

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

7 Cylinder Head Gasket parts for the 1997 Acura NSX come from 3 brands — AJUSA, APEX and FEL-PRO.

Part numbers include AJUSA 10112100, AJUSA 52308400 and AJUSA 10112200, among others listed 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

4 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts for the 1997 Acura NSX come from 2 brands — AJUSA and APEX.

Part numbers include AJUSA 52151300, AJUSA 52151400 and APEX AHS1046, among others listed 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 NSX — KAT'S HEATERS 11428.

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

4 Engine Kit Gasket Set parts for the 1997 Acura NSX come from 2 brands — AJUSA and APEX.

This group includes AJUSA 50164500, AJUSA 50164600 and APEX AFS1046 and the remaining parts above.

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

4 Intake Manifold Gasket parts for the 1997 Acura NSX come from 4 brands — AJUSA, APEX, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 13130600, APEX AMS1460 and FEL-PRO MS97288, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Intake Plenum. 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 Intake Plenum Gasket parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from APEX and FEL-PRO. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

This group includes APEX AMS1462 and FEL-PRO MS97342.

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

4 Motor Mount parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, PIONEER and 1 other brand. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

Part numbers include ANCHOR 9030, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A6560 and PIONEER 609030, among others listed above.

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

21 Oil parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from MOBIL, VALVOLINE and IDEMITSU. MOBIL 125195 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

In the Full Synthetic grade, MOBIL, VALVOLINE and IDEMITSU supply 8 parts: full-synthetic oils. A representative part number is MOBIL 125195.

The High Mileage (>75,000 Miles) section lists 8 options from VALVOLINE and MOBIL — oils grouped for high-mileage engines. VALVOLINE VV1556 is listed in this group.

In the Racing grade, IDEMITSU supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Racing" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is IDEMITSU 30018100750.

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 NSX come from HAYDEN. Every part fits both the 3.0L V6 and the 3.2L V6.

Part numbers include HAYDEN 238 and HAYDEN 153.

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

9 Oil Drain Plug parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from DORMAN, ELRING, AGS and 3 other brands. AGS ODP00007 carries the "Popular" badge. 6 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.

This group includes AGS ODP00007, DORMAN 090053 and BECK/ARNLEY 0160088 and the remaining parts 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

6 Oil Drain Plug Gasket parts for the 1997 Acura NSX come from 5 brands — ULTRA-POWER, DORMAN, APEX and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 095144. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

This group includes DORMAN 095144, APEX ADP1909 and ELRING 243600 and the remaining parts above.

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

5 Oil Filler Cap parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from MOTORAD, BECK/ARNLEY, CALORSTAT and 2 other brands. MOTORAD MO81 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

Listed part numbers: MOTORAD MO81, BECK/ARNLEY 0160125 and CALORSTAT OC2315, plus the other parts above.

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

23 Oil Filter parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from PUROLATOR, FAMOUS BRAND, FRAM and 12 other brands. FRAM FP8212 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

In the Economy grade, PUROLATOR, FAMOUS BRAND, CHAMP / LUBER-FINER and 10 other brands supply 19 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FRAM FP8212.

The Standard Replacement section lists 4 options from HASTINGS / BALDWIN, FRAM and WIX — built to original-equipment specification. FRAM PH8212 is listed in this group.

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 NSX, from FEL-PRO, AJUSA, APEX and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO OS30544R carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO OS30544R, AJUSA 14057800 and APEX AOP131, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the seals at the Oil Pump. 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

5 Oil Pump Seal parts for the 1997 Acura NSX come from 5 brands — TIMKEN, BCA, JAPANESE OE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is TIMKEN 711181. Every part fits both the 3.0L V6 and the 3.2L V6.

This group includes TIMKEN 711181, BCA NS711181 and JAPANESE OE A6629 and the remaining 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 NSX come from HASTINGS MANUFACTURING.

Listed part numbers: HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2C4667 and HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2C4667S.

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

2 Timing Belt parts for the 1997 Acura NSX come from 2 brands — GATES and S.A. GEAR. Every part fits both the 3.0L V6 and the 3.2L V6.

This group includes GATES T231 and S.A. GEAR 9228.

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

One part is listed for the 1997 Acura NSX — DAYCO 95231K1.

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

2 Timing Belt Tensioner parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from GMB and JAPANESE OE. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

This group includes GMB 4359770 and JAPANESE OE PU246529RR9FYS02.

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Timing Cover seal surface. Read more

2 Timing Cover Repair Sleeve parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from SCHAEFFLER and SKF. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

Part numbers include SCHAEFFLER SR3492 and SKF 99169.

This table covers the seals at the Timing Cover. 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

3 Timing Cover Seal parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from ACDELCO, SCHAEFFLER and SKF. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

This group includes ACDELCO 711181, SCHAEFFLER SS2705 and SKF 16496.

This table covers the Timing idlers. Typical signs include a chirp that follows engine speed, or an idler that feels rough or has play. Replace a noisy idler with the belt — the labor is already paid for. Read more

2 Timing Idler parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from INA and S.A. GEAR.

This group includes INA ZP95473 and S.A. GEAR 9473.

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

5 Valve Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from APEX, AJUSA, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand. APEX AVC146S carries the "Popular" badge. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

This group includes APEX AVC146S, AJUSA 56005300 and APEX AVC146 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Valve Cover grommets. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Acura NSX — BECK/ARNLEY 0396399.

This table covers the pressed-in bronze and cast-iron guides that align valve stems. Typical signs include oil smoke on startup, a guide that has gone oval, or a valve that no longer seats quietly. Guides are a machine-shop fit. Confirm stem diameter in the notes before ordering. Read more

4 Valve Guide parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from QUALCAST and SBI.

This group includes QUALCAST 308157, QUALCAST 308158 and SBI 1408158 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the keepers that lock each valve-spring retainer to the stem. Read more

This group shows a single part: SBI 1211060.

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 NSX, from ELRING, SBI, FEL-PRO and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO SS702832 carries the "Popular" badge. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 6 are engine-specific.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO SS702832, APEX AVS1028 and ELRING 130860, plus the other parts 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

5 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid / Actuator parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from SPECTRA PREMIUM, DORMAN, WELLS and 2 other brands. SPECTRA PREMIUM VTS1224 carries the "Popular" badge. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

Economy: 3 parts, from SPECTRA PREMIUM, DORMAN and WELLS. A representative part number is SPECTRA PREMIUM VTS1224.

The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from ACKOJA and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. ACKOJA A260005 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: SPECTRA PREMIUM VTS1224, DORMAN 918064 and WELLS 2T1135, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid filters. Typical signs include restricted flow — long cranking, weak airflow, or dirty fluid after a short interval. Seat the new filter so it cannot bypass, and use the grade the notes call for. Read more

5 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Filter parts are listed for the 1997 Acura NSX, from BECK/ARNLEY, GATES, AJUSA and 1 other brand. GATES VVS904 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 NSX.

Part numbers include GATES VVS904, AJUSA 00976300C and BECK/ARNLEY 0396621, among others listed above.

This table covers the seals at the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Gasket. 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

3 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Gasket / Seal parts for the 1997 Acura NSX come from 3 brands — AJUSA, DORMAN and JAPANESE OE. Every part fits both the 3.0L V6 and the 3.2L V6.

Part numbers include AJUSA 01130450, DORMAN 917172 and JAPANESE OE 36172P08015.