Honda Fit: MTF Inspection and Replacement (M/T)
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Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.
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Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.
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Remove the splash shield.
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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).
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If the MTF is dirty, remove the drain plug (A) and the sealing washer (B), and drain the MTF.
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Reinstall 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).
Fluid Capacity:
1.5 L (1.6 US qt) at fluid change
1.6 L (1.7 US qt)at overhaul
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Install the filler plug (C) with a new sealing washer (D).
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Install the splash shield.
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Lower the vehicle on the lift.
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Connect the Honda diagnostic system (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC).
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
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Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module (ECM). If it doesn't, communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit.
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Select GAUGES in the BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
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Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES with the HDS.
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Select MAINTENANCE MINDER in the ADJUSTMENT with the HDS.
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Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
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Select MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM 3 RESET,and reset the MTF with the HDS.
See also:
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shift fork (B) with a feeler gauge (C). If the clearance is more than the
service limit, go to step 2.
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