Transmission Fluid (HCF-2) Level Check and Replacement: Check

NOTE:

How to read the torque specifications .
Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.

Vehicle - Lift
Engine Undercover Lid - Remove

Transmission Fluid Level - Check

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NOTE:

Be careful not to burn yourself by nearby parts as they may be hot.
When checking the transmission fluid level at the check bolt, it is not uncommon to find the fluid in the upper or lower level.
Do the transmission fluid level check immediately, after the shift lever operation.

1. Start the engine.

2. While pressing the brake pedal firmly, shift the transmission to P

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P position/mode, waiting at least 3 seconds between each gear shift.

3. Turn the engine off.

4. Remove the check bolt (A) with the sealing washer (B).

5. Check the transmission fluid level.

NOTE: The transmission fluid is at the proper level if the transmission fluid is dripping from the check hole gradually.

If the transmission fluid is dripless from the check hole, check for transmission fluid leaks at the transmission, the transmission fluid pan, the transmission fluid hoses, and the transmission fluid lines. If a problem is found, fix it before filling the transmission with transmission fluid, then go to step 3
If the transmission fluid is flowing out of the check hole, go to step 3-12.

6. Temporarily install the check bolt with the sealing washer.

7. Lower the vehicle.

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8. Remove filler cap (A).

NOTE: The position of the filler cap is different depending on the model.

9. Refill the transmission with the recommended fluid into the filler hole at the suitable amount. Always use Honda HCF-2 Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid.

NOTE: Using the wrong type of fluid will damage the transmission.

10. Install the filler cap with the lever toward the front of the vehicle.

11. Go to step 3-1, then recheck.

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12. Wait until the transmission fluid is at the proper level.
NOTE: The transmission fluid is at the proper level if the transmission fluid is dripping from the check hole gradually.

Fig 1: Transmission Fluid Check Bolt Torque Specifications

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13. After checking the transmission fluid level, install the check bolt (A) with a new sealing washer (B).

All Removed Parts - Install

1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.