ATF Level Check

ATF Level Check

NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.

1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
2. Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.





3. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) (A) from the ATF dipstick guide pipe, and wipe it with a clean cloth.
4. Insert the dipstick into the dipstick guide.





5. Remove the dipstick (A) and check the fluid level. It should be between upper mark (B) and lower mark (C).
6. If the level is below the lower mark, check for fluid leaks at the transmission, hose and line joints, and cooler lines. If the level is an excess, drain the ATF to proper level.





7. Remove the dipstick, and pour the recommended fluid into the dipstick guide hole (A) to bring it to the upper mark. Always use Honda ATF DW-1 (ATF Z1 has been replaced by ATF DW-1, Honda Service News Nov 2010) automatic transmission fluid (ATF). Using a nonHonda ATF can effect shift quality.
8. Insert the dipstick back into the dipstick guide.