Fluid Filter - A/T: Service and Repair

ATF Filter Removal and Installation

Removal

1. Air Cleaner Assembly





1. Disconnect the MAF sensor/IAT sensor connector (A).

2. Remove the harness clamp (B).

3. Disconnect the intake air duct (C) and the intake air pipe (D).

4. Remove the air cleaner (E).

2. ATF Filter





1. Raise the vehicle on the lift.

2. Disconnect the ATF hose (A).

3. Turn the end of the ATF hose up to prevent ATF from flowing out, then plug the hose.





4. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

5. Disconnect the ATF hose (A).

6. Turn the end of the ATF hose up to prevent ATF from flowing out, then plug the hose and line.

7. Remove the ATF filter holder (B).

8. Remove the ATF filter (C).

Installation

1. ATF Filter









1. Connect the ATF hose (A) until the hose end contacts the ATF filter (B).

2. Secure the hose with the clip (C) at 6-8 mm (0.24-0.31 in) (D) from the hose end. Keep the tabs of the clip clear of other parts.

3. Install the ATF filter.

4. Install the ATF filter holder (E).









5. Raise the vehicle on the lift.

6. Connect the ATF hose (A) until the hose end contacts the ATF filter (B).

7. Secure the hose with the clip (C) at 6-8 mm (0.24-0.31 in) (D) from the hose end. Keep the tabs of the clip clear of other parts.

8. Lower the vehicle on the lift

2. Air Cleaner Assembly





1. Install the air cleaner (A).

2. Connect the intake air pipe (B) and the intake air duct (C).

3. Install the harness clamp (D).

4. Connect the MAF sensor/IAT sensor connector (E).

3. Warm Up The Engine

1. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load in P or N until the radiator fan comes on.

2. Park the vehicle on level ground.

3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

4. ATF Level Check





NOTE:
* Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.
* Check the fluid level within 60-90 seconds after turning the engine off.
* Higher fluid level may be indicated if the radiator fan comes on twice or more.

1. Remove the ATF dipstick (yellow loop) (A), and wipe it with a clean cloth.

2. Insert the dipstick into the guide tube aligning the notch (B) with the guide tab (C).





3. Remove the dipstick, and check the ATF level. It should be between the upper mark (A) and the lower mark (B).

4. If the ATF level is below the lower mark, check for fluid leaks at the transmission, the hoses, and the line joints. If a problem is found, fix it before filling the transmission with ATF.

NOTE: If the vehicle is driven when the ATF level is below the lower mark, one or more of these symptoms may occur:
* Transmission damage.
* Vehicle does not move in any gear.
* Vehicle accelerates poorly, and engine revs up abnormally high when starting off in forward and reverse positions.
* Engine vibrates at idle.

5. If the ATF level is above the upper mark, drain the ATF to proper level.

NOTE: If the vehicle is driven when the ATF level is above the upper mark, the vehicle may creep forward while in N, or have shifting problems.





6. If necessary, fill the transmission with ATF through the dipstick guide tube opening (A) to bring the fluid level between the upper mark and the lower mark of the dipstick. Do not fill the fluid above the upper mark. Always use ATF DW-1 (genuine Honda automatic transmission fluid). Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.

7. Insert the dipstick into the guide tube aligning the notch with the guide tab.