Beach-CL

Changed tranny and motor oil today at 12K miles.
There was a lot more metallic deposits on the transmission plug magnet than I would have expected... or liked.
For those of you that don't know it, most transmissions have a magnet as part of the drain plug to help catch metallic particles that result from normal wear.
I was just not expecting as much as I saw.
This makes me think that this fluid was not replaced during the 7.5K check-up.
My tranny was working fine but now seems to shift quicker during normal driving. I have not felt a noticeable difference in SS.

Thought I'd let you know.

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2001 Silver CL-S

[This message has been edited by Beach-CL (edited 05-30-2001).]

JimmPTL

i never go into the dealer for reg tune ups. I always change my own oil filter etc. How often should i change teh trany oil? i have 17,500 on it, and havent changed it yet.

Boeing747

why the hell are people keep changing the tranny oil so early? That is way too early to replace transmission oil. Is there something I don't about the transmission in the CL?

JimmPTL

when r u suppose to then?

Boeing747

I thought 30,000 miles -that's what I've done in all of my automatic cars. Also that what the manual says.

Beach-CL

The manual says every 30K miles. I like doing it as often as I feel. It takes about 20 minutes and can make a big difference in the end.

BTW - why is it that some people get so pissed at other people that do take good care of their cars?

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2001 Silver CL-S

Universe93B

how come CA and NJ people only have their locations listed? it would be cool to see where everyone else is from....

anyway, i was talking to my mechanic friend a couple days ago. he's worked at many different dealerships bmw, mb, lexus, acura etc. but now runs his own service shop. he advised me to change the transmission oil every 30,000 miles....explained some technical stuff. the stuff is not like motor oil.

mdaniel

The manual also says to do the oil at 7500 miles but how many people wait that long? The same people that ridicule us for doing the tranny fluid at 15,000 probably do their oil at 3-4k. I had mine done at 15,000 and noticed an improvement in the shift quality.

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2001 Silver 3.2CL Type S
Spoiler, Navi, Cupholder 2.0, 35% tint all around
Charter member of the Scratched Rim Club

amir was here

why does every question in this thread sound like people bitching and asking questions so far??

example above

j/k




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2001 CL-S
Black/Black
Moonroof Visor
35% Tint All Around
Black Wood Dash Kit
Sportswing spoiler
My Bitch
aka Deadly-CLs

"I come for the Car Talk, but stay for the Ramblings"

WebToker

I want to change my tranny fluid but my dealer just wont let me talk them in to changing it till 15k miles. Is this something I can do? Now mind you I have done minor things like installing spark plugs and putting in a intake. I am not scared to take shit apart. Anyone have any instructions?

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Mustang Killa

Universe93B

yeah, i've had some friends who say their dealers wouldn't let them change the tranny oil so early. you can get it done somewhere else, right? What about the manual talking about Honda oil only and other minor things shop could mess up on?

Boeing747

haha, transmission fluid seems like a touchy subject looking at past postings.

Dan

15,000 miles works for me. You can only drain about 1/2 the oil in the transmission when using the drain plug.

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You can never have too much horsepower!

mr tl

some people say negative effects could arise if you change it too often. (i cant back that up). that might be the reason why dealerships dont want to change it too soon

i dont see why you wouldnt just follow the owners manual. the tranny is covered under warranty for a pretty long time

Sycd

I do, it's the recommended interval for my use of the car. Why should I spend more if it's not needed? I maintain the car as per Honda spec, and if there is a problem they fix it under warranty (no, I don't expect to keep the car longer than that)

Of course you can change your motor&tranny oil as often as you want, I've no problem with that


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2001 Acura 3.2 CL TypeS -- White/Ebony, No Emblems
1998 Honda Prelude -- Black/Black, MN5

tel1sps

Just follow the book... The dealers know what this car needs. Lets not get excessive for no reason. Park ave Acura said they have only come across a few electronic related problems.

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2001 Silver 3.2CLS
Muds, Spoiler, Hardwire 8500, Polarg M-6 lamps, K&N filter #33-2178,
Comptech Headers, Sways, mufflers
Planning: SSR 17X7.5 GT1 Wheels, Brembo Brakes.

gto2050

Wayne G. at Park Avenue interceded in this conversation before. He said the "recommended" interval was 30,000 miles. However, he also said if he was advised that the car was driven in "severe" conditions (I am not sure of the definition of severe) then 15,000 was recommended. I also believe that transmission oil is very corrosive when new. Maybe Tom, Eric, or Gavrill can help out here.

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01 CL-S NightHawk Black/Ebony Bowling Ball Interior
Xephyr CAI
Polarg M6
Solaris 9005
Cupholder Ver 2.0 Part#77237-SOK-A02


gto2050 - The voice of absolutely no reason whatsoever!

JSuppi

That's weird they won't let you change it until 15k?? Well according to the manual (and their 7500, or was it 15k checklist) it tells them to do it. How many miles do you have on the pimp ride anyways??



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01'
Black/Ebony CLS

JSuppi

That is until they can prove that you have abused your vehicle, or raced your vehicle


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01'
Black/Ebony CLS

WebToker

After I get back from Panama City on Sunday I will have around 12k miles on it. I plan on taking it into the dealer to have a oil change and get my mirror and sunroof fixed. Do you have any updates about your tranny?



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Mustang Killa