2002 Acura RL Engine Parts

This table covers the Balance Shaft 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

9 Balance Shaft Belt parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from CONTINENTAL, FAMOUS BRAND, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 5 other brands. CONTINENTAL 40280 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, CONTINENTAL, FAMOUS BRAND and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS supply 3 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is CONTINENTAL T280.

The Standard Replacement section lists 6 options from CONTINENTAL, GATES, BANDO and 3 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. CONTINENTAL 40280 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: CONTINENTAL 40280, CONTINENTAL T280 and FAMOUS BRAND 200657043, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Balance Shaft 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 Balance Shaft Belt Tensioner parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 2 brands — GMB and JAPANESE OE.

Part numbers include GMB 4359790 and JAPANESE OE PU245028DRR1DV.

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

5 Camshaft Repair Sleeve parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 5 brands — NATIONAL, BCA, SCHAEFFLER and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is NATIONAL 99139.

This group includes NATIONAL 99139, BCA NS99139 and SCHAEFFLER SR3472 and the remaining parts above.

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

13 Camshaft Seal parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 13 brands — NATIONAL, TIMKEN, WJB / INMOTION PARTS and 10 other brands. The "Popular" part is NATIONAL 713771.

This table covers the connecting rods between each piston and the crankshaft. Read more

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RL — TOPLINE CRAC6.

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

2 Connecting Rod Bearing parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and KING ENGINE BEARINGS.

This group includes ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 6B3000 and KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR6759AM.

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

5 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from APEX, FEL-PRO, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 2 other brands. APEX ACS1028 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include APEX ACS1028, FEL-PRO CS90311 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0921009, 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

4 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 3 brands — TOPLINE, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and KING ENGINE BEARINGS.

This group includes ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 4M9510, KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB4062AM and TOPLINE TWAC2 and the remaining parts above.

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

6 Crankshaft Repair Sleeve parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 6 brands — BCA, NATIONAL, SCHAEFFLER and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is BCA NS99315.

This group includes BCA NS99315, NATIONAL 99315 and SCHAEFFLER SR3549 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

18 Crankshaft Seal parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 14 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO, SCHAEFFLER and 11 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX ABS128.

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

10 Cylinder Head Gasket parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from FEL-PRO, AJUSA, APEX and 3 other brands. FEL-PRO 9031PT carries the "Popular" badge.

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

6 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from ENGINETECH, SKP, AJUSA and 3 other brands. ENGINETECH AC32HSA carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include ENGINETECH AC32HSA, SKP SKHS9031PT1 and AJUSA 52151500, among others listed above.

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

2 Engine Block Heater parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from KAT'S HEATERS.

This group includes KAT'S HEATERS 11419 and KAT'S HEATERS 28500.

This table covers the Engine covers. Read more

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RL — TECHPRO AC1228108.

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

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RL — TOPLINE CGSAC2.

This table covers the exhaust valves that let combustion gas out of the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

5 Exhaust Valve parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 5 brands — ENGINETECH, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, QUALCAST and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ENGINETECH EM2661.

Part numbers include ENGINETECH EM2661, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RX9511 and QUALCAST 1010437, among others listed 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

9 Intake Manifold Gasket parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from AJUSA, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, FEL-PRO and 4 other brands. AJUSA 13130900 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include AJUSA 13130900, FEL-PRO MS96919 and AJUSA 13131000, among others listed 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 for the 2002 Acura RL come from BECK/ARNLEY.

Part numbers include BECK/ARNLEY 0374828 and BECK/ARNLEY 0374829.

This table covers the intake valves that let air (and fuel, on port-injected engines) into the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

4 Intake Valve parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 4 brands — ENGINETECH, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, SBI and 1 other brand.

This group includes ENGINETECH IM2662, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RV9510 and SBI 10436 and the remaining parts 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

70 Oil parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 5 brands — VALVOLINE, LIQUI MOLY, MOBIL and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOBIL 125195. They are grouped as Conventional, Full Synthetic, High Mileage (>75,000 Miles), Racing and Synthetic Blend, with Full Synthetic the largest group at 42 parts from LIQUI MOLY, VALVOLINE, MOBIL and 1 other brand.

This table covers the Oil Cooler Mounting kits. Read more

HAYDEN supplies both parts for the 2002 Acura RL.

Listed part numbers: HAYDEN 238 and HAYDEN 153.

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

9 Oil Drain Plug parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 6 brands — DORMAN, ELRING, AGS and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 090033.

Part numbers include DORMAN 090033, DORMAN 090053 and AGS ODP00007, 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

6 Oil Drain Plug Gasket parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from DORMAN, FEL-PRO, AJUSA and 3 other brands. DORMAN 095144 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include DORMAN 095144, FEL-PRO 73346 and AJUSA 22007400, among others listed above.

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

4 Oil Filler Cap parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 4 brands — BECK/ARNLEY, GATES, MOTORAD and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include BECK/ARNLEY 0160142, GATES 31284 and MOTORAD MO136, among others listed 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

19 Oil Filter parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 15 brands — VARIOUS MFR, BOSCH, WIX and 12 other brands. The "Popular" part is WIX 51334XP.

The Economy section: 6 options from VARIOUS MFR, BOSCH, FRAM and 2 other brands. BOSCH 72228WS is listed in this group.

The High Performance / Heavy Duty section lists 2 options from WIX and MOBIL — grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. WIX 51334XP is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 11 parts, from BOSCH, DENSO, WIX and 8 other brands. A representative part number is BOSCH 3312.

This table covers the Oil Filter Adapter Gasket O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove. Read more

2 Oil Filter Adapter Gasket / O-Ring parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from APEX and FEL-PRO.

Part numbers include APEX AOM6025 and FEL-PRO 73040.

This table covers the Oil Filter Support tubes. Read more

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RL — AUTOTECNICA HA1416938.

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

2 Oil Pan parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from DORMAN and SPECTRA PREMIUM.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 264219 and SPECTRA PREMIUM HOP31A.

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

This group shows a single part: VICTOR REINZ 703141410.

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 are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from TIMKEN, BCA, JAPANESE OE and 2 other brands. TIMKEN 711181 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes TIMKEN 711181, BCA NS711181 and JAPANESE OE A6629 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the pistons that travel in each cylinder. Typical signs include knock, blow-by, or a cylinder that will not hold compression. Piston work is a short-block job. Match bore, pin and ring pack in the notes — not the photo. Read more

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RL — TOPLINE PAAC6.

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

4 Piston Ring parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from HASTINGS MANUFACTURING, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and TOPLINE.

The Premium section lists 2 options from HASTINGS MANUFACTURING — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2M4940 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and TOPLINE. ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0216558 is listed in this group.

This group includes HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2M4940, HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2M4940S and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0216558 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Thrust washers. Read more

This group shows a single part: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 1T9969.

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

9 Timing Belt parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from CADNA, FAMOUS BRAND, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 6 other brands. DAYCO 95279 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from CADNA, FAMOUS BRAND and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS. A representative part number is CADNA TB279.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from DAYCO, GATES, BANDO and 3 other brands. DAYCO 95279 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include DAYCO 95279, CADNA TB279 and FAMOUS BRAND 200657042, among others listed above.

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

6 Timing Belt & Component Kit parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 5 brands — CONTINENTAL, GATES, ACDELCO and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is CONTINENTAL PP279280LK1.

This group includes CONTINENTAL PP279280LK1 and GATES TCKWP279 and the remaining parts above.

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 for the 2002 Acura RL come from 6 brands — GMB, JAPANESE OE, DAYCO and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is GMB 4359780.

This group includes GMB 4359780, JAPANESE OE PU275531ERR1FV and DAYCO 84124 and the remaining parts above.

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

This group shows a single part: 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

5 Timing Cover Seal parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 5 brands — SKF, ACDELCO, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKF 16473.

This group includes SKF 16473, ACDELCO 711181 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 1501004 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

8 Valve Cover Gasket parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 7 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO, AJUSA and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AVC128S.

Part numbers include APEX AVC128S, FEL-PRO VS50448R and AJUSA 56005400, among others listed above.

This table covers the Valve Cover grommets. Read more

This group shows a single part: BECK/ARNLEY 0396598.

This table covers the Valve Cover washers. Read more

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RL — JAPANESE OE KF81185.

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

9 Valve Guide parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 5 brands — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, SBI, TOPLINE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ENGINETECH GD8158.

Listed part numbers: ENGINETECH GD8158, SBI 1408157 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VG1140CI, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the lifters / tappets that transfer cam motion to the valves. Read more

This group shows a single part: AJUSA 85007700.

This table covers the Valve Spring retainers. Read more

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RL — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 051300.

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

3 Valve Spring Retainer Keeper parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RL, from MELLING, QUALCAST and SBI.

Part numbers include MELLING VL1060, QUALCAST 345008 and 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

12 Valve Stem Seal parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 9 brands — ELRING, SBI, APEX and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AVS1028.

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

3 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Filter parts for the 2002 Acura RL come from 3 brands — JAPANESE OE, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Listed part numbers: JAPANESE OE 15825P8AA01, MAHLE / CLEVITE B31938 and VICTOR REINZ 711544500.

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

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RL — ULTRA-POWER B31938.