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Automatic Transmission
4-cylinder models
D
D
Check the fluid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.
1.
Park the car on level ground. Shut
off the engine.
2.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
from the transmission and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
I
I
P
P
S
S
T
T
I
I
C
C
K
K
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.
5.
If the level is below the lower
mark, add fluid into the tube to
bring it to the upper mark. Always
use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid). If it is not
available, you may use a
DEXRON III automatic
transmission fluid as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
U
U
P
P
P
P
E
E
R
R
M
M
A
A
R
R
K
K
use can affect shift quality. Have
L
L
O
O
W
W
E
E
R
R
M
M
A
A
R
R
K
K
the transmission flushed and
refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as
soon as it is convenient.
To thoroughly flush the transmission,
the technician should drain and refill
it with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid), then drive the
vehicle a short distance. Do this
three times. Then drain and refill the
transmission a final time.
Transmission Fluid
CONTINUED
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