If the level is below the lower
mark, add fluid into the filler hole
to bring it to the upper mark.
Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If
it is not available, you may use a
DEXRON III automatic
transmission fluid as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
use can affect the shift quality.
Have the transmission flushed and
refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as
soon as it is convenient.
To thoroughly flush the
transmission, the technician
should drain and refill it with
Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid), then drive
the vehicle for a short distance.
Do this three times. Then drain
and refill the transmission a final
time.
Check the fluid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Shut off the engine.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
from the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
Insert the dipstick into the
transmission. Make sure the notch
in the rubber cap fits in the
dipstick guide and that you push
the dipstick in all the way.
Remove the dipstick and check
the fluid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
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Maintenance
Automatic Transmission Fluid
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DIPSTICK
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK