MTF Inspection and Replacement
3. MTF - Check
1.
Remove the oil check bolt (A) with the sealing washer (B).
2.
Check the condition of the MTF and make sure it is at the proper level (C).
NOTE:
If the fluid is dirty, replace the MTF.
If the fluid level is below the proper level, check for fluid leaks at the transmission and the MTF lines. If a problem is found, fix it before filling the transmission with MTF.
3.
Install the oil check bolt with a new sealing washer.

4. All Removed Parts - Install
1.
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

3. MTF - Drain
1.
Remove the oil check bolt (A) with the sealing washer (B).
2.
Remove the drain plug (C) with the sealing washer (D), and drain the MTF.
3.
Install the drain plug with a new sealing washer.

5. MTF - Refill
1.
Remove the filler plug (A) with the sealing washer (B).
2.
Refill the MTF from the filler plug hole on the transmission, until the MTF overflows from the oil check bolt hole (C). Always use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF).
Fluid Capacity:
 
2.2 L (2.3 US qt) at change
 
2.6 L (2.7 US qt) at overhaul
3.
After the fluid stops overflowing, install the oil check bolt (D) with a new sealing washer (E).

6. Filler Plug - Install
1.
Install the filler plug (A) with a new sealing washer (B).

7. All Removed Parts - Install
1.
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

8. Maintenance Minder - Reset (With Maintenance Minder System)
1.
If the Maintenance Minder required to replace the MTF, reset the Maintenance Minder with the gauge (see "Resetting the Maintenance Minder"). If the Maintenance Minder did not require to replace the MTF, reset the Maintenance Minder with the HDS (see "Resetting the Individual Maintenance Items").