ATF Replacement
ATF ReplacementNOTE: Keep All foreign particles out of the transmission.
1. Bring the transmission up to normal operating temperature if the radiator fan comes on).
2. Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.
3. Remove the splash shield.
4. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
5. Reinstall the drain plug and a new sealing washer (B).
6. Refill the transmission with the recommended fluid through the dipstick hole until the level reaches the upper mark on the dipstick. Always use Honda ATF DW-1 (ATF-Z1 has been replaced with ATF DW-1, Honda Service News Nov 2010) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
4WD:
3.1 L (3.3 US qt) at change
7.2 L (7.6 US qt) at overhaul
2WD:
2.9 L (3.1 US qt) at change
6.5 L (6.9 US qt) at overhaul