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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 drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
    Fig 1: Removing & Installing Drain Plug
    G01461802Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
  5. Refill the transmission with the recommended fluid amount through the dipstick hole until the level reaches 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 

    4WD: 

    3.1 l (3.3 US qt) at change

    7.2 (7.6 US qt) at overhaul

    2WD: 

    2.9 l (3.1 US qt) at change

    6.5 l (6.9 US qt) at overhaul