ATF Replacement
ATF ReplacementNOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.
1. Bring the transmission up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on) by driving the vehicle.
2. Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.
3. Remove the engine under cover on the transmission side.
4. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
5. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
6. Remove the air cleaner housing.
7. Refill transmission with the recommended fluid into the filler hole (A) to the upper mark on the dipstick. Always use genuine Honda ATF-Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Using a nonHonda ATF can affect shift quality.
8. Check that the fluid level is between the upper mark (B) and lower mark (C) on the COLD portion of the gauge.
9. Install the ATF filler bolt (B) with a new sealing washer (C).
10. Insert the dipstick back into the transmission.
11. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
12. Check that the fluid level is between the upper mark (A) and lower mark (B) on HOT level.
13. Install the air cleaner housing, and install the engine cover.