Can you use Honda brand fluid on a Honda Civic?
I agree to be sure to use Honda brand fluid in this Civic auto trans. You can take it to Honda dealer for the service, or go to a Honda dealer and purchase the fluid and have a good independent shop do the work. Only do a “flush” if the trans pan is dropped and cleaned with a new filter installed BEFORE a flush is done.
How often should you change the fluid in a Honda?
Honda’s are very picky so dont use other fluids or additives.” Yea, it has already been said by transman, but repeating is not a bad idea. From now on, be sure to keep up all the maintenance listed in the car’s owner’s manual and for anyone with an automatic transmission, do a fluid change every 25-40,000 miles
What kind of car is a 00 Civic EX?
I have a ’00 Civic EX automatic with 180k trouble-free miles under its belt and I am bringing it in for brakes this afternoon and plan to have the transmission fluid done as well. I had this car in college and a total of 10 years this spring.
When did the transmission ” flushed ” at Jiffy Lube?
About 100k ago I had the transmission “flushed” at Jiffy Lube. I know, it is the worst thing I could probably do. The good news is that my tranny performs the same as it always has. No slipping, no clunking, no resistance when shifting. I want to remedy the fluid situation, but my research has left me wondering what the best move is.
I agree to be sure to use Honda brand fluid in this Civic auto trans. You can take it to Honda dealer for the service, or go to a Honda dealer and purchase the fluid and have a good independent shop do the work. Only do a “flush” if the trans pan is dropped and cleaned with a new filter installed BEFORE a flush is done.
Honda’s are very picky so dont use other fluids or additives.” Yea, it has already been said by transman, but repeating is not a bad idea. From now on, be sure to keep up all the maintenance listed in the car’s owner’s manual and for anyone with an automatic transmission, do a fluid change every 25-40,000 miles
I have a ’00 Civic EX automatic with 180k trouble-free miles under its belt and I am bringing it in for brakes this afternoon and plan to have the transmission fluid done as well. I had this car in college and a total of 10 years this spring.
Is there a dipstick under the hood for transmission fluid?
There’s no transmission fluid dipstick under the hood. Most automatic transmissions with lifetime fluid are “sealed,” meaning there’s no way to change the fluid.
How is an engine oil flush necessary for my Honda?
This aftermarket fluid is poured into an idling engine’s oil-filler port for about 10-15 minutes or long enough to warm up. The flush mixes in with the oil as it circulates throughout the engine to clean out deposits and dislodge sludge.
What happens when you flush your car engine?
It mixes with the oil and circulates through the engine, helping dissolve sludge and clean deposits. Then, you drain the oil (along with much of the gunk, in theory), change the oil filter, add fresh oil and return to the business of driving.
How do you flush the radiator in a Honda Civic?
However, many people do partial flushes (removes about 3/4th’s of the fluid) due to the huge hassle it is to get to this bolt, and to re-torque it. The bolt is located on the engine block close to the oil filter. Place your drain pan as best you can underneath. Loosen the bolt until fluid begins to flow out.
Where is the drain valve on a Honda Civic?
Depending on your size and where you are working, you may need to place the car on jack stands to be able to work under it. Let the engine cool down completely, hot coolant can and will burn you. Locate the drain valve on the underside of the radiator. Place your drain pan underneath.
Where is the oil filter on a Honda Civic?
If you want to do a full flush, this step is necessary. However, many people do partial flushes (removes about 3/4th’s of the fluid) due to the huge hassle it is to get to this bolt, and to re-torque it. The bolt is located on the engine block close to the oil filter.