2005 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 for the 2005 Acura El come from 9 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, BCA and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO TCS45620.

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

This table covers the Circular / Semi-Circular plugs. Typical signs include a leak at the drain or glow-plug hole, or a plug that has rounded off. Replace the crush washer and torque to the spec in the notes. Read more

This group shows a single part: VICTOR REINZ 711552200.

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 2005 Acura El, from KING ENGINE BEARINGS and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR4512SI and MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1859P.

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 are listed for the 2005 Acura El, from AJUSA, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 54111300, FEL-PRO CS262361 and MAHLE / CLEVITE CS54459A, plus the other 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

5 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 2 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE and KING ENGINE BEARINGS. The "Popular" part is MAHLE / CLEVITE MS1804P.

The High Performance section lists 2 options from KING ENGINE BEARINGS and MAHLE / CLEVITE — engineered beyond original-equipment specification. KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5568XP is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, MAHLE / CLEVITE and KING ENGINE BEARINGS supply 3 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is MAHLE / CLEVITE MS1804P.

This group includes MAHLE / CLEVITE MS1804P, KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5568XP and MAHLE / CLEVITE MS1804H and the remaining parts above.

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

8 Crankshaft Repair Sleeve parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 5 brands — BCA, SCHAEFFLER, WJB / INMOTION PARTS and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is BCA NS99315.

Listed part numbers: BCA NS99315, FEL-PRO 16275 and BCA NS99147, 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 for the 2005 Acura El come from 10 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, NATIONAL and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO BS40430.

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

3 Cylinder Head Bolt parts are listed for the 2005 Acura El, from ELRING, FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include ELRING 706120, FEL-PRO ES72960 and MAHLE / CLEVITE GS33750.

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

6 Cylinder Head Gasket parts are listed for the 2005 Acura El, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, AJUSA and 3 other brands. FEL-PRO 26236PT carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes FEL-PRO 26236PT, MAHLE / CLEVITE 54459 and AJUSA 10136400 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 are listed for the 2005 Acura El, from FEL-PRO, SKP, AJUSA and 3 other brands. FEL-PRO HS26236PT2 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes FEL-PRO HS26236PT2, SKP SKHS26236PT2 and AJUSA 52188700 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Cylinder Head plugs. Typical signs include a leak at the drain or glow-plug hole, or a plug that has rounded off. Replace the crush washer and torque to the spec in the notes. Read more

2 Cylinder Head Plug parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 2 brands — JAPANESE OE and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

This group includes JAPANESE OE KF811285 and MAHLE / CLEVITE B32774.

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

This group shows a single part: KAT'S HEATERS 11419.

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 2005 Acura El — AJUSA 50204700.

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

This group shows a single part: QUALCAST 1010525.

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

3 Harmonic Balancer parts are listed for the 2005 Acura El, from ATP, DAYCO and PIONEER.

Part numbers include ATP 102167, DAYCO PB1344N and PIONEER DA225.

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 are listed for the 2005 Acura El, from BECK/ARNLEY, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include BECK/ARNLEY 0376086, FEL-PRO MS963901 and MAHLE / CLEVITE MS19348, 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

3 Intake Plenum Gasket parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 3 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO MS97333, MAHLE / CLEVITE MS19346 and VICTOR REINZ 155375201.

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

This group shows a single part: QUALCAST 1010524.

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

15 Motor Mount parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 4 brands — DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, ANCHOR, WESTAR and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is ANCHOR 8988.

This table covers the Motor Mount kits. Read more

2 Motor Mount Kit parts for the 2005 Acura El come from ANCHOR.

Listed part numbers: ANCHOR 301222 and ANCHOR 301224.

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

13 Oil parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 2 brands — MOBIL and VALVOLINE. The "Popular" part is MOBIL 125196.

The Full Synthetic section lists 5 options from MOBIL and VALVOLINE — full-synthetic oils. MOBIL 125196 is listed in this group.

In the High Mileage (>75,000 Miles) grade, MOBIL and VALVOLINE supply 5 parts: oils grouped for high-mileage engines. A representative part number is MOBIL 125202.

The Synthetic Blend section lists 3 options from VALVOLINE and MOBIL — synthetic-blend oils. MOBIL 124408 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Oil Cooler Mounting kits. Read more

HAYDEN supplies both parts for the 2005 Acura El.

This group includes HAYDEN 238 and HAYDEN 153.

This table covers the Oil Dipstick tubes. Read more

This group shows a single part: SKP SK917331.

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

3 Oil Drain Plug parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 2 brands — ELRING and REIN.

Listed part numbers: ELRING 523500, ELRING 523480 and REIN HWU0110.

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 are listed for the 2005 Acura El, from 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

3 Oil Filler Cap parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 3 brands — GATES, MOTORAD and SKP.

This group includes GATES 31284, MOTORAD MO136 and SKP SKMO136.

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 for the 2005 Acura El come from 11 brands — VARIOUS MFR, BOSCH, WIX and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is WIX 57356XP.

The Economy section lists 5 options from VARIOUS MFR, BOSCH, FVP and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. BOSCH 72226WS 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 57356XP is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 8 parts, from BOSCH, WIX, BECK/ARNLEY and 5 other brands. A representative part number is BOSCH 3323.

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

2 Oil Pan parts are listed for the 2005 Acura El, from DORMAN and SPECTRA PREMIUM.

This group includes DORMAN 264486 and SPECTRA PREMIUM HOP30A.

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

3 Piston Ring parts are listed for the 2005 Acura El, from HASTINGS MANUFACTURING and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

The Premium section lists 1 option from MAHLE / CLEVITE — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. MAHLE / CLEVITE 42147CP is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from HASTINGS MANUFACTURING. HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2C5111 is listed in this group.

This group includes MAHLE / CLEVITE 42147CP, HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2C5111 and HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2C5111S.

This table covers the Thrust washers. Read more

3 Thrust Washer parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 3 brands — ENGINE PRO, KING ENGINE BEARINGS and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Listed part numbers: ENGINE PRO 13473S, KING ENGINE BEARINGS TW140AM and MAHLE / CLEVITE TW473S.

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 are listed for the 2005 Acura El, from GATES, CLOYES, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. CLOYES B312 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from CLOYES. A representative part number is CLOYES B312.

High Performance: 1 part, from GATES. A representative part number is GATES T312RB.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from GATES, ACDELCO, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. GATES T312 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: CLOYES B312, GATES T312RB and GATES T312, plus the other parts above.

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

14 Timing Belt & Component Kit parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 8 brands — CONTINENTAL, ACDELCO, DAYCO and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is CLOYES BK312.

The Economy section: 2 options from CLOYES and CONTINENTAL. CLOYES BK312 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 12 parts, from ACDELCO, CONTINENTAL, DAYCO and 4 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO TCKWP312.

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

9 Timing Belt Tensioner parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 8 brands — INA, CLOYES, GMB and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is CLOYES 95451.

This group includes CLOYES 95451, GMB 4356733 and ACDELCO T43175 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Timing Cover. 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 151101202.

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

2 Timing Cover Seal parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 2 brands — AISIN and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include AISIN SKH002 and MAHLE / CLEVITE 67152.

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

11 Valve Cover Gasket parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 7 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, BECK/ARNLEY and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO VS50606R1.

This table covers the Valve Cover grommets. Read more

2 Valve Cover Grommet parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 2 brands — BECK/ARNLEY and ELRING.

Listed part numbers: BECK/ARNLEY 0396610 and ELRING 389190.

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

2 Valve Guide parts for the 2005 Acura El come from QUALCAST.

This group includes QUALCAST 308157 and QUALCAST 308158.

This table covers the Valve seats. Read more

One part is listed for the 2005 Acura El — QUALCAST 21125062.

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

One part is listed for the 2005 Acura El — QUALCAST 345008.

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

9 Valve Stem Seal parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 6 brands — ELRING, MAHLE / CLEVITE, FEL-PRO and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO SS702831.

This group includes FEL-PRO SS702831, MAHLE / CLEVITE SS45626 and AJUSA 57030200 and the remaining 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

7 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid / Actuator parts for the 2005 Acura El come from 7 brands — DORMAN, ROSTRA, HOLSTEIN and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 916707.

The Economy section: 4 options from DORMAN, ROSTRA, HOLSTEIN and 1 other brand. DORMAN 916707 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from CLOYES, NTK and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is CLOYES VTS178.

This group includes DORMAN 916707, ROSTRA 790091 and HOLSTEIN 2VTS0147 and the remaining parts above.