Fluid - M/T: Service and Repair

MTF Inspection and Replacement

1. Raise the vehicle on a lift.

2. Remove the filler plug (A) and the sealing washer (B), check the condition of the MTF, and make sure it is at the proper level (C).






3. If the MTF is dirty, remove the drain plug (A) and the sealing washer (B), and drain it.

4. Install the drain plug with a new sealing washer, and refill the transmission with MTF to the proper level. Always use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF).

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5. Install the filler plug (C) with a new sealing washer (D).

6. If the maintenance minder required to replace the MTF, reset the maintenance minder. Description and Operation If it did not, go to step 7.

7. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC). Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

8. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

9. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module (ECM). If it does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting. Testing and Inspection

10. Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.

11. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES MENU with the HDS.

12. Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.

13. Select MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM 3 RESET, and reset the MTF life with the HDS.