Best oil for honda manual transmission bob is the oil guy. Im the original owner of a 2008 honda fit sport, manual transmission it has 4k miles original clutch. Idemitsu atf type h plus automatic transmission fluid. A few weeks ago, my hondas civic 2008 maintenance minder lit up telling me i need to change transmission fluid.
It makes horsepower in models with the sixspeed manual transmission. I bought my car brand new and havent had my transmission flushed or changed. Synchromesh mtf 200611 m5 e60 200611 m6 e63e64 manual transmission with and without smf. Steps to show how to drain and refill manual transmission fluid on a 2007 honda fit along with replacing filler and drain plug washers. I asked about test driving a manual honda fit and the guy on the line told me that they didnt have one and he and his buddy were disappointed with how the manual honda fits drives in general. Based on 2008 epa mileage estimates, reflecting new epa fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models.
Idemitsu 3004009095300c020 atf type hplus automatic transmission fluid5 quart. Thats why we offer you a spectrum of 2008 honda fit motor oils. Used honda fit with manual transmission for sale on. What transmission fluid is safe to use in my 2008 honda fit with auto. Idemitsu atf type tls tiv automatic transmission fluid. Honda fit manual transmission fluid change cost estimate. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Honda accord automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Wondering what fluid to used in your manual transmission. Transmission fluid what type of transmission fluid is safe to use for honda fit 2003. Recently purchased 2008 honda fit sport with manual transmission. This is a great upgrade for your k20a motor and its in great working condition with very low miles on it.
Ive been eyeballing honda fits for a while and id like to get a manual fit. Vehicle specifications 2008 honda fit honda owners site. Automatic transmission parts for honda fit for sale ebay. Replace manual transmission fluid on 2007 2008 honda. Im trying to swap out the tranny fluid on my 06 lx coupe 5 speed.
Genuine acura honda manual trans fluid 1 quart container 08798 9031. E88 from 32008 production gls mtflt3 longterm fluid, bmw pn 83 22 9 408 942. Recommended type of transmission oil for honda crv. Genuine honda fluid 087989031 manual transmission fluid 1. Recommended type of transmission oil for honda civic.
Honda manual and other transmissions jspec auto sports. The car may also have an extended 5 year warranty purchased by original owner. If i set it in cruise control with the rpms between 2k2. It is important to use the correct fluid oil in you manual transmission, the vehicle manufacturers have done extensive testing to specify the correct fluid. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. Accord civic crv crz frv hrv insight jazz legend logo nsx prelude s2000 shuttle stream. Changing manual transmission fluid honda crv owners.
Type i starts out at a viscosity of around 11 and sheers to 6. Honda 2008 civic transmission fluid question maintenance. You fail to state the critically important facts of whether the vehicle has a manual or cvt transmission, as well as the model year. My 2008 honda fit base model, manual transmission required new tranny fluid at 65k miles. Advance auto parts has 8 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. I went to honda to see what kind to get, and, big surprise, the only thing they would tell me was to get honda manual transmission fluid. Replace manual transmission fluid on 2007 2008 honda fit.
I bought the car with 100k now 145k and never have had it. Use the fitment form at the top of the page to select your exact year and engine type for your honda fit. A couple of weeks ago i found out that the mechanic had used the wrong type of transmission fluid automatic transmission fluid instead of cvt. How to change the transmission fluid honda gl650 silverwing 1983 manual transmission. I havent yet experienced any issues with the way the car runs. Synchrotech specializes in honda and acura manual transmissions. All honda manual transaxles use the honda manual transmission fluid mtf as the original factory fill. Type i was a little notchy in winter temperatures but i.
From time to time you need to change your honda fit transmission oil. Na contact bmw for fluid type available from dealer. Imported from japan is a used jdm lsd 6 speed manual transmission y2m3 from the k20a type r to fit your 2002 to 2006 honda dc5 acura rsx. Motorcycle honda gl650 silverwing 1983 transmission fluid change. But a mechanic told me, after getting some of my atf with the stick, that is was not the type that had to be used in the hondas. However, the manufacturer recommends the use of their mtf when changing the fluid. I am about at my wits end with this, and am hoping someone here can help me.
Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2008 honda fit 1. How often should i change or flush my transmission on my 2011 honda civic lx. What is the recommended transmission fluid for honda fit. Honda has been developed sophisticated transmissions through years and it is critical that you add the exact type of transmission fluid stipulated by your owners manual typically in the back of the manual in a section titled fluid capacities. The fluid level should be up to the edge of the bolt hole.
Check the fluid level with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle on level ground. In this video i explain the process of changing the transmission fluid on a 2007 or 2008 honda fit sport. Honda heavy duty brake fluid dot 3 preferred, or a dot 3 or dot 4 brake fluid as a temporary. Last week i went to pep boys, and did like the manual said, told them to use genuine honda transmission fluid. The car was inspected by a qualified and good mechanic for us prior to purchase. If it is not, add honda manual transmission fluid mtf. A topic that i have seen heavily discussed on honda forums, also because the honda fit manual gearbox is one of the smoothest gearboxes among current honda cars. The oil is designed to reduce friction and provide necessary cooling. Royal purple synchromax synthetic high performance manual transmission fluid. What transmission fluid is safe to use in my 2008 honda fit with auto transmission, since the honda atfz1 was discontinued.
Manual transmission fluid honda element owners club. Get fast answers to your honda fit questions from experts in the cargurus automotive. The cost of this service or repair can vary by location. Honda fit automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts.
Remove the transmission filler bolt, and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. How to avoid cvt gearbox failures in honda city, fit and. What type of transmission fluid is safe to use for honda fit 2003. The worst complaints are transmission slipping, hard shifting, and unacceptably low gearing. Vehicle specifications 2011 honda fit honda owners site. The engine in your 2008 honda fit should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your fit and how to check the transmission fluid level.
Genuine honda fluid 087989031 manual transmission fluid 1 quart. I remember it was a little clear, or liquid, and with a light pink color included in a more dark background fluid. Gearbox oil and transmission oil for honda jazz iii hatchback ge. One can use other brand fluids but i always suggest using honda fluids. What type of transmission fluid for my 2016 honda fit. Reference the model year in the table to see what capacity and type is applicable for your car. When it comes to your honda accord, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. For pricing and orders on honda oem or amsoil in the video, stop over to or email me directly. I have used honda type i and type ii transmission fluid and changed it at 1520k miles after i read that it sheers about 2 units per 10k miles. Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that is not equivalent to honda atf dw1 is not covered by hondas new vehicle warranty. How to change the manual transmission fluid on a 2008 or 2007. The 2008 honda fit has 1 nhtsa complaints for the power train.
Here is a list of manual and automatic transmission fluid types and capacities for a honda civic. Genuine honda fluid 087989031 manual transmission fluid. Changing the manual transmission fluid is similar to changing the rear end. Anyways, i want to buy the best possibly synthetic fluid on the market, but i dont know what brand to get, or even what weight. The transmission fluid change is very easy and the motor. Here at advance auto parts, we work with only top reliable automatic transmission fluid product and part brands so you can shop with complete confidence.
Manual transmission fluid 8th generation honda civic forum. Honda fit questions what transmission fluid is safe to. When it comes to your honda fit, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Fluids in any honda are supposed to be honda specific manual and automatic. Since you are obviously confused about the correct maintenance of your car, i strongly recommend that you consult. Recently purchased 2008 honda fit sport with manual. Replace the crush washers on both plugs and and reinstall the drain plug.
I purchased 2 quarts of this product along with a manual fluid pump linked below and followed an online video to replace the fluid myself. Using a transmission fluid other than honda atf dw1 may adversely affect the operation and durability of your vehicles transmission, and damage the transmission. This oil is similar to a 10w30 or 10w40 viscosity engine oil, and this oil can be substituted temporarily. Engineered for and meets the requirements of honda automatic transmission with dw1 and z1 specifications. It feels like the transmission is slipping between 2,000 and 2,5000 rpm in 3rd,4th and 5th gear. Honda civic transmission fluid type and capacity 2001. If the transmission fluid level on your fit is low, you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube. Find great deals on ebay for honda transmission fluid and honda manual transmission fluid. It was very easy and i have had no problems or warning lights from the vehicle since. Idemitsu is the only global authorized supplier for dw1 transmission. Ive been noticing that my car sometimes over revs and switches gears later than usual. We have a complete line of remanufactured transmissions for stock or hiperformance use.
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