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ATF Replacement

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NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.
  1. Bring the transmission up to operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on) by driving the vehicle.
  2. Park the vehicle on the level ground, and turn the engine off.
  3. Remove the ATF filler bolt and drain plug, and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
    Fig 1: Removing & Installing Drain Plug
    G01160378Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.
  5. Refill the transmission with the recommended fluid into 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: 2.9 l (3.1 US qt) at changing 7.2 l (7.6 US qt) at overhaul 

    Fig 2: Installing ATF Filler Bolt
    G01160379Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Install the ATF filler bolt (B) with a new sealing washer (C).
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