What kind of transmission fluid goes in a Honda Pilot?
Lubegard Synthetic Synthetic Transmission Fluid Dexron VI 1 Quart.
Where is the transmission fluid on a Honda Pilot?
Check the automatic transmission fluid level (with the engine off and the car on level ground) with the dipstick in the right end of the transmission housing. Remove the dipstick and wipe it off. Insert the dipstick, remove it again, and read the fluid level. The fluid level should be between the upper and lower marks.
How often should you change transmission fluid Honda Pilot?
every 90,000 miles
Still, most owner’s manuals will recommend changing the transmission fluid every 90,000 miles or so. Flushing your transmission’s fluid has fallen out of vogue in recent years because the high-pressure cleaning involved may dislodge debris inside the transmission that can literally gum up the works.
What kind of transmission fluid do I need for my Honda Pilot?
Owners of other Honda or Acura vehicles such as the Accord, Civic, Crosstour, CR-V, CR-Z, Fit, Insight, Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline, ILX, TSX, TLX, TL, RLX, RDX, NSX and MDX may also find these DIY instructions to be helpful. The recommended replacement automatic transmission fluid is genuine Honda ATF DW-1.
How to replace ATF fluid in Honda Pilot?
Insert the 3/8″ drive ratchet directly in to the square shaped opening in the drain bolt. Loosen the ATF drain bolt by turning it counterclockwise. Move the used oil catch container to just below the drain bolt. Spin out the drain bolt the rest of the way by hand.
Which is the best ATF oil for automatic transmission?
1 ACDelco Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid 2 Castrol Transmax ATF Black CVT Transmission Fluid 3 VALVOLINE VV324 Maxlife Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid 4 Mopar ATF-4 automatic transmission fluid 5 Honda DW1 Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF 6 Valvoline DEXRON/MERCON Automatic Transmission Fluid
Where is the transmission fluid drain plug on a Honda Pilot?
Jack up the front of the vehicle and place jack stands on both sides under the designated jacking points. Lower the jack so that the Pilot comes to a secure rest on the stands. Leave the jack under the Pilot in the upright position. Locate the transmission fluid drain plug. This is on the lower driver side of the transmission.
What kind of fluid does a Honda Pilot use?
The 2014 MDX has the 6 speed. I have changed the ATF in our 2014 MDX. It has the 6-speed. The 9-speed is completely different. 9-speed uses HONDA OEM ATF-TYPE 3.1 fluid P/N:08200-9017 runs around $40 per quart, you will need 4 quarts for one drain/fill. Transmission must be at a certain temperature range when checking fluid level.
How much fluid does a 9 speed transmission change take?
I may be over simplifying, but specs say a 9 speed fluid change in my Pilot Elite takes 3.5 quarts ATF Type 3.1. If you let the Pilot and new fluid bottles sit in the same garage for 24 hours to stabilize the temps and then you drain the fluid in a measurable container and put that exact same amount back in, how could this be complicated?
When to change ATF in Honda Pilot 9 speed?
Usually it’s recommended to change ATF or engine oil after the vehicle has been driven so that more of the particulates are suspended. FWIW, it looks like checking ATF level in the Chrysler manufactured ZF 9-speed is just as convoluted as the Honda instructions for the ZF manufactured unit.