ATF Level Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.

Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
Park the vehicle on the level ground, and turn the engine off.
NOTE: Check the fluid level within 60-90 seconds after turning the engine off.
Remove the ATF dipstick (yellow loop) (A) from the dipstick guide pipe, and wipe it with a clean cloth.

Fig 1: Removing ATF Dipstick (Yellow Loop) From Dipstick Guide Pipe
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Insert the dipstick into the guide pipe.
Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. It should be between the upper mark (A) and lower mark (B).

Fig 2: Checking Dipstick Fluid Level Upper Mark And Lower Mark
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If the level is below the lower mark, check for fluid leaks at the transmission, hose and line joints. If a problem is found, fix it before filling the transmission. If the level is above the upper mark, drain the ATF to proper level (see step 3 in ATF REPLACEMENT ).
If necessary, fill the transmission through the dipstick guide pipe opening (A) to bring the fluid level up to the upper mark. Always use Honda ATF-Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.

Fig 3: Filling Transmission Through Dipstick Guide Pipe Opening To Bring Fluid Level Up To Upper Mark
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Insert the dipstick back into the dipstick guide pipe.