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4. Remove the dipstick and check
the fluid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
DIPSTICK
5. If the level is below the lower
mark, add fluid into the dipstick
hole to bring it to the level
between the upper and lower
marks.
UPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully
so you do not spill any. Clean up
any spill immediately; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Check the fluid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.
2. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
from the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
Start the engine, let it run until the
radiator fan comes on, then shut
off the engine. For accurate
results, wait about 60 seconds (but
no longer than 90 seconds) before
doing step 2.
3. Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
Always use Honda Genuine
ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission
fluid).
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6. Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1
(automatic transmission fluid). Do not
mix with other transmission fluids.
Using transmission fluid other than
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 may cause
deterioration in transmission operation
and durability, and could result in
damage to the transmission.
Damage resulting from the use of
transmission fluid other than Honda
Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by the
Honda new vehicle warranty.
Make sure the rubber cap on the
dipstick fits in the dipstick guide
and that you push the dipstick in
all the way.
If you are not sure how to add fluid,
contact your dealer.
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