Fluid - M/T: Service and Repair
Inspection and Replacement1. Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine OFF.
2. Remove the oil filler plug (A) and washer (B), check the condition of the fluid, and make sure the fluid is at the proper level (C)
3. If the transmission fluid is dirty, remove the drain plug (D) and drain the fluid.
4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer, and refill the transmission fluid to the proper level.
Oil Capacity
1.5 L (1.6 US qt., 1.3 Imp qt.) at fluid change
1.7 L (1.8 US qt., 1.5 Imp qt.) at overhaul
Always use Genuine Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF). Using motor oil can cause stiffer shifting because it does not contain the proper additives.
5. Reinstall the oil filler plug with a new washer.