CVT Fluid Replacement

CVT Fluid Replacement

NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.

1. Start the engine, and warm it up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).

2. Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.

3. Remove the clips and the bolts securing the front of the undercover, Front Undercover Replacement then open the front undercover. Front Undercover Replacement






4. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the CVT fluid (CVTF). Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).






5. Refill the transmission with the recommended fluid through the dipstick tube opening (A) to bring it to the upper mark on the dipstick. Always use Honda CVT fluid (CVTF). Using a non-Honda CVTF can affect shift quality.

CVT Fluid Capacity:
2.8 L (3.0 US qt) at change
5.1 L (5.4 US qt) at overhaul

6. Check that the CVT fluid level is between the upper mark (A) and the lower mark (B) of the dipstick. Service and Repair

7. Insert the dipstick back into the tube with the dot on the handle facing to the left side of the vehicle. Service and Repair

8. Install the front undercover. Front Undercover Replacement

9. If the maintenance minder required to replace the CVTF, reset the maintenance minder, Description and Operation and this procedure is complete. If the maintenance minder did not require you to replace the CVTF, go to step 10.






10. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.

11. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting. Testing and Inspection

12. Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.

13. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGE MENU with the HDS.

14. Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.

15. Select MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM 3 RESET, and reset the CVTF life with the HDS.