NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.
Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on), and turn the engine off.
Raise the vehicle on a lift, or apply the parking brake, block both rear wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle. Make sure it is securely supported.
Remove the splash shield.
Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
NOTE: If a cooler cleaning is done, refer to ATF cooler cleaning.
Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
Remove the dipstick, and refill the transmission with the recommended fluid into the dipstick guide opening (A). Always use Honda ATF DW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity: |
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2.5 L (2.6 US qt) at change |
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5.85 L (6.18 US qt) at overhaul |
Insert the dipstick back into the transmission.
Check the ATF level.
Install the splash shield.
Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and go to the system selection menu on the HDS. If the HDS does not communicate with the PCM, troubleshoot the DLC circuit.
Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGE MENU with the HDS.
Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
Select MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM 3 Reset, and reset the ATF life with the HDS.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull
it out.
For very short distances, such as freeing the vehicle, you can use the detachable
towing hook that mounts o ...
Rear Seat Leg Guide Replacement
Push the leg guide cover (A) to release the hook (B), then pull out the
cover from the attaching plate (C) and the holder (D) of the leg guide (E).
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
U.S. models only
Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that
turns on every time you start the engine and monitors the pressure in your tires
while driving.
Each ...