Is Honda transmission fluid full synthetic?
From Honda themselves: “Our resources indicate that the ATF-DW1 genuine Honda transmission fluid is NOT synthetic in material.”
What kind of fluid does a Honda Z1 use?
The Honda ATF is the only fluid that should be the Honda brand. Now Castrol has an ATF they claim meets Honda, Toyota and several other makers specs, but it costs almost as much as the Honda Z1 ATF. I have a manual transmission, so automatic transmission fluid isn’t a concern.
What kind of transmission fluid does a Honda use?
Honda Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid has been thoroughly laboratory-tested, and is specifically formulated to meet the needs of Honda vehicles. It uses the finest ingredients that deliver the ideal friction properties for efficient shifting, economical transfer of power, and a smooth ride with exceptional performance. Replaces ATF-Z1 fluid.
Is there an alternative to Honda DW1 transmission fluid?
Our 1998 and your 1999 4-cyl Accord is a very light duty application, and ATF-Z1 has worked well for those little Hondamatics for decades. In getting back on topic, Honda ATF-Z1 is not an alternative to Honda ATF DW-1 in modern Hondas. I don’t think ATF-Z1 should have been, nor should it be currently used in any Honda or Acura V6 application.
Is there ATF fluid that meets Honda specs?
There are ATF fluids that meet Honda’s specs besides Honda…however they are as expensive or more expensive. Engine Oil…There is no Honda Specific engine oil. Just use the right API type that’s stated in the manual. Power Steering fluid.
The Honda ATF is the only fluid that should be the Honda brand. Now Castrol has an ATF they claim meets Honda, Toyota and several other makers specs, but it costs almost as much as the Honda Z1 ATF. I have a manual transmission, so automatic transmission fluid isn’t a concern.
Hi-Tec Honda CVT Transmission Fluid is a premium synthetic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid designed specifically for use in Honda vehicles requiring Honda specification HMMF (Fluids meeting specification Honda Z1 ATF are no longer recommended for Honda CVT transmissions).
Do you need factory fill for Honda atf-z1?
You don’t have to put demands on the transmissions to stress the fluid. The transmission will do it all by itself. Since you do NOT know what the factory fill is, blindly wanting a ‘non-synthetic’ isn’t logical.
Can you substitute CVT fluid for Z1 fluid?
The CVT fluid is very heavily metallic additive fortified, whereas the Z-1 is what’s known as a “soft” fluid. Can it be replaced with something else, sure.