ATF Replacement

NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.

Park the vehicle on the level ground.
Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on), and turn the engine off.
Remove the ATF filler bolt (A) and the sealing washer (B).

Fig 1: Removing ATF Filler Bolt (A) And Sealing Washer (B)
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Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
NOTE: If a cooler cleaning is necessary, refer to the ATF COOLER CLEANING .

Fig 2: Locating Drain Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications
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Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
Refill the transmission with the recommended fluid through the dipstick tube. Always use Honda ATF DW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity:

3.4 L (3.6 US qt) at change

7.0 L (7.4 US qt) at overhaul

Fig 3: Identifying Filler Hole, Filler Bolt & Sealing Washer
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Install the ATF filler bolt (B) with a new sealing washer (C).
Install the ATF dipstick (A).

Fig 4: Locating ATF Dipstick
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Make sure the fluid level is between the upper mark (B) and the lower mark (C) on the dipstick, then insert the dipstick back into the dipstick tube.
If the Maintenance Minder required ATF replacement, reset the Maintenance Minder (see GENERAL INFORMATION (MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY) ), and this procedure is complete. If the Maintenance Minder did not require you to replace the ATF, go to step 12.
Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.

Fig 5: Locating Data Link Connector
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
Select MAINTENANCE MINDER in the ADJUSTMENT with the HDS.
Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES with the HDS.
Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
Select MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM 3 RESET, and reset the ATF life with the HDS.