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Transmission Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid
Manual Transmission
If genuine Honda MTF is not
Brake and Clutch Fluid
Check the fluid level in the reser-
voirs monthly. There are up to two
reservoirs, depending on the model.
They are:
available, you may use an API
FILLER BOLT
service SJ or higher grade motor oil
with a viscosity of SAE 10W-30 or
10W-40 as a temporary replacement.
However, motor oil does not contain
the proper additives and continued
use can cause stiffer shifting.
Brake fluid reservoir (all models)
Clutch fluid reservoir
(manual transmission only)
Replace as soon as it is convenient.
Clean up any spills immediately.
Spilled fluid could damage
components in the engine
compartment.
The brake fluid should be replaced
according to the time recommenda-
tion in the maintenance schedule.
Correct level
Check the fluid level with the
Always use genuine Honda Brake
Fluid or an equivalent from a sealed
container that is marked DOT3 or
DOT4 only. Brake fluid marked
DOT5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system.
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
The transmission should be drained
and refilled with new fluid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
transmission filler bolt and carefully
feel inside the bolt hole with your
finger. The fluid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add genuine Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall
the filler bolt and tighten it securely.
If you are not sure how to check and
add fluid, contact your dealer.
If you are not sure how to add fluid,
contact your dealer.
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