Rear Differential Fluid Inspection and Replacement (AWD): Replacement

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NOTE: Check that the AWD system indicator does not come on. If it does, check for AWD with intelligent control system DTCs .

Vehicle - Lift

Rear Differential Fluid - Replace

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1. Remove the oil filler plug (A) and the sealing washer (B).

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2. Remove the drain plug (A) and the sealing washer (B), then drain the rear differential fluid.

Fig 1: Differential Oil Drain Plug Torque Specifications

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3. Remove the metal particles from the magnetic surface of the drain plug (A).

4. Install the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).

5. Refill the rear differential with rear differential fluid to the proper level.

NOTE: If you disassemble the differential, check the rear differential fluid level again after the AWD with intelligent control system check is finished. Add fluid if necessary.

Recommended fluid:

Use genuine Honda DPSF-II

Fluid Capacity:

1.2 L (1.3 US qt) at fluid change

1.5 L (1.6 US qt) at overhaul

Fig 2: Differential Oil Filler Plug Torque Specifications

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6. Install the oil filler plug (A) with a new sealing washer (B).

Rear Differential Fluid After Replacement - Check

1. Apply the parking brake, and block all four wheels.

2. Start the engine, and let it idle more than 6 seconds, then turn the engine off. Repeat this step three more times.

3. Shift to D while pressing the brake pedal firmly. Press the accelerator pedal for 2 seconds, then let it idle. Repeat this step three more times.

4. Check that the AWD system indicator does not come on. If it does, check for AWD with intelligent control system DTCs