Transmission Fluid - Honda 1996 Civic Coupe Owner's Manual

CVT DIPSTICK
AUTOMATIC
LOCATION
TRANSMISSION
HX MODEL ONLY
DIPSTICK LOCATION
(YELLOW LOOP)
(YELLOW LOOP)
The engine and transmission must
be at normal operating temperature
before checking the fluid level.
1. Park the car on level ground. Shut
off the engine. For accurate
results, wait at least 60 seconds.
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
2. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
from the transmission and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
3. Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
4. Remove the dipstick and check
the fluid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks. Do not let dirt enter the
filler hole.

Transmission Fluid

5. If the level is below the lower
mark, add fluid into the filler hole
to bring it to the upper mark.
Use Honda Premium Formula
Automatic Transmission Fluid. In an
emergency, you may use a Dexron
II or III ATF as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
use can affect shift quality.
HX model (CVT) only
Use Genuine Honda CVT fluid only.
Using other fluids can affect
transmission operation and may
reduce transmission life.
If you drive at high speeds in high
(90° F and above) temperatures, the
transmission fluid should be changed
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Maintenance
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