What does this really do for your car? Does it make it run any better?

 

Flushing and replacing the transmission fluid is necessary about every 30K miles and makes your tranny shift smoother, and dissapate heat better. I do it myself and it's pretty easy. Just remember to use Honda ATF fluid, and install a new pressure washer.

 

Thanks man

 

In the manual it says to do it at 30k only if you drive undere severe driving conditions, otherwise do it at 90k. I cannot imagine doing it at 90k, but figured maybe in between (around 45k) would be fine. I operate under normal driving conditions but I'm all up for a smoother tranny.

 

Heat and friction will kill a transmission. It's a good idea to change the fluid every 30K miles and flush every 60K. Everyone has severe driving conditions, unless you drive at 35-45 mph at a constant speed in 60° weather (no stop and go, no heat).

 

Can anyone give me a step by step procedure on how to flush the tranny fluid? Also, what do I need to buy? My car has 128k on it and its overdue for a tranny flushing. I don't wanna pay the $80 that the mechanic wanted to do it. It seems simple enough. Am i wrong? Is it even worth my time?

 

Changing the tranny fluid is pretty simple. It's almost like changing your oil. First, you want to get your car on some ramps, or a couple jack stands. You can use the factory jack, but I wouldn't recommend it. Next, if you look underneath the passenger side front door, you should see the tranny pan. Take a socket wrench and place it in the drain plug. You don't need to put a socket on there, as it fits right in the plug. Now, loosen the drain plug and drain the fluid into a drain pan. You might have to wrestle with the plug, but it should be relatively easy to remove. When all the fluid has drained out, with the plug still removed and the drain pan still under, pour a quart of fluid through the where the tranny dipstick is. Now, replace the pressure washer on the drain plug and screw the plug back on the pan. Don't overtighten it, as you can ruin the threads. Finally, let the car down and fill it up with tranny fluid. 3 quarts of the Honda ATF should be fine. Start the car and run through all the gears twice then check the level while the car is running and fill it accordinly. That's it!!! I hope this helped.

 

Thanx very much, it looks like I'll be able to do it after all. I really appreciate the help, it's saving me lots of money. BTW how can i change the differential fluid? I have to do that too.

 

Seems like a simple DIY project.

Why do we need a Honda ATF?

Can we not use the premium brand out there?

How much are they?

Mandy

 

Is this the same as the Oil Drain Plug Washer?

 

Actually, you do have to use Honda ATF. There are many different brands out there, some better, some worse. But the Honda ATF is specially formulated for our cars. Just like the GM ATF is specially formulated for their cars. I asked my tech if I could use some synthetic ATF, but he said that is wouldn't do much and it is too pricey.

As for the pressure washer, it is different from the oil plug washer. If you go to your dealer, they should be less then $1. I got mine along with the ATF fluid, techron fuel system cleaner, and a fuel filter all at the same time from http://www.ahmotor.com . I get all my maintenance parts through them.

 

be careful if you get it done at a ready lube or somewhere similar. not only did they not use honda fluid but they failed to tighten one of the washers. last time they see my car