Lubricants And Fluids

Application	Lubricant or Fluid
Engine	Honda Motor Oil: 0W-20 Look for the API certification seal on the oil container. Make sure it says "For Gasoline Engines." SAE Viscosity: See chart.
Automatic transmission (6-Speed A/T)	Honda Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF DW-1): Always use Honda ATF DW-1. Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.
Automatic transmission (9-Speed A/T)	Honda Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF Type 3): Always use Honda ATF Type 3. NOTE: Using the wrong type ATF can affect shift quality.
Transfer assembly (AWD models)	Always use Honda HGO-1.
Rear differential (AWD models)	Honda DPSF-II.
Brake system (including VSA lines)	Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid: Always use Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system.
Cooling system	Always use Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. NOTE: For prolonged cold temperatures below -22 °F (-30 °C), add Honda Extreme Cold Weather Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 (concentrate) - Refer to: Coolant Replacement (2016 2017 2018) or Coolant Replacement (2019 2020 2021) .

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For the details of the lubrication points and the type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and the various work procedures (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each section.

Application		Lubricant or Fluid
A	Brake pedal yoke pin	Multipurpose grease
B	12 volt battery terminals
C	Fuel fill door
D	Hood hinges and hood latch
E	Tailgate hinges
F	Caliper pins, caliper pin boots, caliper piston boots	Honda silicone grease: P/N 08C30-B0234M
G	Caliper piston, caliper piston seals	Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid
H	Shift cable end	Molybdenum grease
I	Air conditioning compressor	Compressor Oil: RL85HM (P/N 38899-RLV-A01)

NOTE:

Lubricate the following areas using the recommended lubricants and fluids.
In corrosive areas, more frequent lubrication is necessary.

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