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Transmission Fluid Inspection and Replacement

NOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
  1. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
  2. Remove the engine under cover (see step 32 on ENGINE REMOVAL ).
  3. Remove the check bolt (A) and washer (B). Check the condition of the fluid and make sure it is at the proper level (C). If the fluid is dirty, remove the drain plug (D) and washer (E).
    Fig 1: Fluid Level And Drain Plug With Torque Specifications
    G05458523Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Install the drain plug with a new washer.
  5. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
  6. Remove the left rear engine compartment cover (A) and the left side engine compartment cover (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Left Rear Engine Compartment Cover
    G05458524Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped).
  8. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive cable.
  9. Remove the battery.
  10. Remove the air cleaner assembly (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
  11. Remove the battery base.
    Fig 3: Identifying Battery Base
    G05458525Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  12. Remove the filler plug (A) and washer (B).
    Fig 4: Identifying Filler Plug And Washer
    G05458526Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  13. Refill the fluid from the filler plug hole of the transmission, and until the transmission fluid overflows from the check bolt hole (A).
    Fig 5: Check Bolt With Torque Specifications
    G05458527Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  14. After the fluid stops overflowing, install the check bolt (B) with a new washer (C).

    Fluid Capacity 

    2.1 L (2.2 US qt) at fluid change 

    2.5 L (2.6 US qt) at overhaul 

    Always use Acura Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF). Using engine oil can cause stiffer shifting because it does not contain the proper additives.

  15. Install the filler plug (A) with a new washer (B).
    Fig 6: Filler Plug And Washer With Torque Specifications
    G05458528Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  16. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
  17. Install the engine under cover (see step 44 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
  18. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
  19. Install the battery base.
    Fig 7: Battery Base With Torque Specifications
    G05458529Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  20. Install the air cleaner assembly (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
  21. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals. Connect the positive cable to the battery first, then connect the negative cable, and apply multipurpose grease to prevent corrosion.
  22. Install the left rear engine compartment cover (A) and the left side engine compartment cover (B).
    Fig 8: Identifying Left Rear Engine Compartment Cover
    G05458530Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  23. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system (if equipped) and set the clock.
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