Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.
Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.
Remove the splash shield.
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).

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

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:
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1.5 L (1.6 US qt) at fluid change |
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1.6 L (1.7 US qt)at overhaul |
Install the filler plug (C) with a new sealing washer (D).
Install the splash shield.
Lower the vehicle on the lift.
Connect the Honda diagnostic system (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC).
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module (ECM). If it doesn't, communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit.
Select GAUGES in the BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES with the HDS.
Select MAINTENANCE MINDER in the ADJUSTMENT with the HDS.
Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
Select MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM 3 RESET,and reset the MTF with the HDS.
On-Screen Commands
The system accepts these commands on
any screen. There are over 100 on-screen
commands. Say what is written on the
screen to activate that selection. For lists,
you can say the list item number to ...
Removal
Drain the engine coolant.
Remove the air cleaner.
Remove the heater hose clamp bracket mounting bolt (A) and the harness
holder mounting bolt (B).
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Mainshaft Thrust Clearance Adjustment (M/T)
Special Tools Required
Mainshaft Base 07GAJ-PG20130
Collar 07GAJ-PG20120
Mainshaft Holder 07GAJ-PG20110
Remove the 72 mm shim (A) and oil guide plate M from the transmission
housing ...