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 twice).

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

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

4. Remove the lid (A) for maintenance.






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

NOTE:

- Remove metal particles from the magnetic surface of the drain plug.
- If a cooler cleaning is necessary, refer to the CVTF cooler cleaning CVTF Cooler Cleaning.





6. Install the lid (A) for maintenance.






7. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) (A), and wipe it with a clean cloth.






8. 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 CVTF. Using a non-Honda CVTF can affect shift quality.









9. Check that the CVT fluid level is between the upper mark (A) and the lower mark (B) of the dipstick CVT Fluid Level Check.

10. Insert the dipstick (A).





11. If the Maintenance Minder required to replace the CVTF, reset the Maintenance Minder, and this procedure is complete. If the Maintenance Minder did not require you to replace the CVTF, go to step 12.

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





13. 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 DLC Circuit Troubleshooting (PGM-FI System).

14. Select GAUGES in the BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.

15. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES with the HDS.

16. Select MAINTENANCE MINDER in the ADJUSTMENT with the HDS.

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

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