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ATF Temperature Sensor Replacement

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  1. Lift the vehicle up on a hoist, or apply the parking brake, block the rear wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle. Make sure it is securely supported.
  2. Remove the front inner fender and splash shield.
  3. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
    Fig 1: Removing Drain Plug
    G03704917Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
  5. Place the transmission jack under the transmission, and remove the transmission lower mount nuts.
    Fig 2: Removing Transmission Lower Mount Nuts
    G03704918Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Lift up the transmission with the jack to create clearance between the transmission and front subframe.
    Fig 3: Removing Transmission Lower Front Mount
    G03704919Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the transmission lower front mount.
  8. Disconnect the ATF temperature sensor connector (A).
    Fig 4: Disconnecting ATF Temperature Sensor Connector
    G03704920Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Remove the ATF temperature sensor harness clamp bolt (B), and remove the sensor.
  10. Install a new O-ring (C) on the new ATF temperature sensor (D), then install the sensor.
  11. Secure the ATF temperature sensor harness clamp (E) with the bolts.
  12. Check the connector for rust, dirt, or oil, then connect the connector securely.
  13. Install the transmission lower front mount.
  14. Lower the transmission, and install the transmission mount nuts.
  15. Refill the transmission with the ATF (see step 5 in ATF REPLACEMENT  ).
  16. Install the splash shield and front inner fender.