Powertrain

MTF Replacement (M/T)

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  1. Vehicle Lift

1.

Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.


  1. Engine Undercover

1.

Remove the engine undercover (A).


  1. MTF Replacement

1.

Remove the drain plug (A) and the sealing washer (B), and drain the MTF.


2.

Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.


  1. MTF Replacement


1.

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


2.

Refill the transmission with MTF to the proper level (C). Always use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF).

Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity

Except K24Z7 engine:

1.4 L (1.5 US qt) at fluid change

1.6 L (1.7 US qt) at overhaul

K24Z7 engine:

1.9 L (2.0 US qt) at fluid change

2.0 L (2.1 US qt) at overhaul


3.

Reinstall the filler plug with a new sealing washer.


  1. Engine Undercover

1.0mmmm

1.

Install the engine undercover (A).


  1. Maintenance Minder Reset

1.

After doing all procedures, select the individual maintenance item you wish to reset with the HDS..

Test yourself

A quick Honda Civic quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.