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ATF Replacement

NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.
  1. Bring the transmission up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
  2. Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.
  3. Remove the ATF filler bolt and drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
    NOTE: If cooler cleaning is done, refer to ATF Cooler Cleaning (see ATF COOLER CLEANING  ).
    Fig 1: Removing ATF Filler Bolt
    G03704924Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
  5. Refill the transmission with the ATF through the filler hole (A) to the upper mark on the dipstick. Always use Honda ATF-Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.

    Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity: 

    • 3.1 L (3.3 US qt) at change 
    • 8.0 L (8.5 US qt) at overhaul 
    Fig 2: Installing ATF Filler Bolt
    G03704925Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Install the ATF filler bolt (B) with a new sealing washer (C).