2002 Acura RSX Engine Parts

This table covers the chains that drive the balance shafts. Read more

4 Balance Shaft Chain parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 2 brands — INA and S.A. GEAR.

In the Chain Only grade, S.A. GEAR and INA supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Chain Only" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is INA ZCC712F.

The Kit section lists 1 option from INA — grouped under the catalog's "Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. INA ZC76332S is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: INA ZCC712F, S.A. GEAR C712F and S.A. GEAR 76332S, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the guides that keep the balance-shaft chain on its path. Read more

3 Balance Shaft Chain Guide parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 3 brands — INA, MELLING and S.A. GEAR.

Part numbers include INA ZG95570, MELLING BG5570 and S.A. GEAR 7518.

This table covers the Balance Shaft Chain 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

5 Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RSX, from MELLING, CLOYES, FVP and 2 other brands. MELLING BT5569 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes MELLING BT5569 and CLOYES 95569 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Balance Shaft sprockets. Read more

3 Balance Shaft Sprocket parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 3 brands — INA, MELLING and S.A. GEAR.

This group includes INA ZSS939, MELLING S939 and S.A. GEAR S918T.

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

This group shows a single part: TOPLINE CRH46.

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

14 Connecting Rod Bearing parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 5 brands — KING ENGINE BEARINGS, MAHLE / CLEVITE, ENGINETECH and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1861H.

The High Performance section lists 5 options from KING ENGINE BEARINGS and MAHLE / CLEVITE — engineered beyond original-equipment specification. MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1861H is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, ENGINETECH, KING ENGINE BEARINGS, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 2 other brands supply 9 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is ENGINETECH BB1536.

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

9 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 7 brands — AJUSA, MAHLE / CLEVITE, APEX and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX ACS1050.

This group includes APEX ACS1050, ENGINETECH HO20CSB and AJUSA 54111700 and the remaining parts 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

10 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RSX, from MAHLE / CLEVITE, KING ENGINE BEARINGS, TOPLINE and 2 other brands. KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5259AM carries the "Popular" badge.

High Performance: 3 parts, from MAHLE / CLEVITE and KING ENGINE BEARINGS. A representative part number is KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5259XPC.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from MAHLE / CLEVITE, TOPLINE, KING ENGINE BEARINGS and 2 other brands. KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5259AM is listed in this group.

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

6 Crankshaft Repair Sleeve parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RSX, from BCA, NATIONAL, SCHAEFFLER and 3 other brands. BCA NS99315 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

27 Crankshaft Seal parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RSX, from ELRING, VICTOR REINZ, FEL-PRO and 11 other brands. FEL-PRO TCS46051 carries the "Popular" badge. The notes list position, dimensions and spec qualifiers wherever the manufacturer distinguishes between variants.

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

9 Cylinder Head Bolt parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 9 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO, AJUSA and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AHB149.

This group includes APEX AHB149, FEL-PRO ES71333 and AJUSA 81028900 and the remaining parts above.

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

15 Cylinder Head Gasket parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 8 brands — FEL-PRO, AJUSA, APEX and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 26403PT.

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

18 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 8 brands — ENGINETECH, FEL-PRO, APEX and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AHS1050.

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

One part is listed for the 2002 Acura RSX — KAT'S HEATERS 11419.

This table covers the Engine covers. Read more

This group shows a single part: TECHPRO AC1228100.

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

6 Engine Kit Gasket Set parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 4 brands — APEX, AJUSA, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is APEX AFS1050.

This group includes APEX AFS1050, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0909830 and AJUSA 50205900 and the remaining parts above.

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

6 Exhaust Valve parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RSX, from ENGINETECH, MELLING, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 3 other brands. ENGINETECH EM1009 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: ENGINETECH EM1009, MELLING V3173 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RX9637, plus the other parts above.

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

4 Harmonic Balancer parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 4 brands — SKP, ATP, DAYCO and 1 other brand.

The Economy section lists 1 option from SKP — the catalog's value-priced group. SKP SK594298 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from ATP, DAYCO and PIONEER. A representative part number is ATP 102283.

Listed part numbers: SKP SK594298, ATP 102283 and DAYCO PB1567N, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Intake Manifold actuators. 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

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 911932.

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

12 Intake Manifold Gasket parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 8 brands — APEX, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is APEX AMS1490.

This table covers the Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

3 Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve / Solenoid parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from 2 brands — DORMAN and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

This group includes DORMAN 911931, DORMAN 911776 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS IMRC3.

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

4 Intake Plenum Gasket parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RSX, from AJUSA, BECK/ARNLEY, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand.

This group includes AJUSA 00962100, BECK/ARNLEY 0374841 and FEL-PRO MS964911 and the remaining parts above.

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

7 Intake Valve parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RSX, from ENGINETECH, MELLING, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 4 other brands. ENGINETECH IM1010 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: ENGINETECH IM1010, MELLING V3172 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RV9637, 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

25 Motor Mount parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RSX, from ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, WESTAR and 4 other brands. SKP SKMA6597 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 5 parts, from SKP and AUTO EXTRA. A representative part number is SKP SKMA6597.

The Standard Replacement section: 20 options from ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, WESTAR and 2 other brands. ANCHOR 9424 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Motor Mount inserts. Read more

This group shows a single part: ENERGY SUSPENSION 161110G.

This table covers the Motor Mount kits. Read more

6 Motor Mount Kit parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RSX, from SKP, ANCHOR and DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL. ANCHOR 300623 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes ANCHOR 300623, SKP SKM3081K and ANCHOR 300926 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

75 Oil parts are listed for the 2002 Acura RSX, from VALVOLINE, LIQUI MOLY, MOBIL and 2 other brands. LIQUI MOLY 20228 carries the "Popular" badge. Grades run from Conventional through Synthetic Blend; Full Synthetic is the most populated section, led by LIQUI MOLY, VALVOLINE, MOBIL and 1 other brand.

This table covers the Oil Cooler Mounting kits. Read more

2 Oil Cooler Mounting Kit parts for the 2002 Acura RSX come from HAYDEN.

Listed part numbers: HAYDEN 238 and HAYDEN 153.