Checking Fluid Level
NOTE: 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.
3. Insert the dipstick into the transmission.
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. (Use Honda ATFDW or Dexron II Mineral ATF only).
6. Insert the dip stick back into the transmission.
ATF Fluid Change
1. Bring the transmission up to operating temperature by driving the car. Park the car on level ground, turn off the engine and then remove the drain plug.
2. Drain Fluid, clean magnetic drain plug.
3. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.
4. Refill the transmission (via the dipstick hole) to the upper mark on the dipstick.
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity:
2.8 Litres at Change
6.0 Litres at Overhaul
Drain Plug 49Nm (36ft-lb)