Honda Accord Automatic Transmission Fluid Change, Drain & Fill ATF DW-1 | Symptoms & How To Diagnose
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- If your car’s engine is its brain, then the transmission is its heart-absolutely vital to your car’s life. The transmission of your vehicle contains hundreds of sophisticated hydraulics and electronic parts that work to change gears and send power to your wheels during driving.
In this video, young mechanic Aiman will show you the steps involved in order to change, drain and re-fill / replace the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) on Honda Accord 2003-2007 4-cylinder VTEC (7th generation model include years such as 2004, 2005, 2006). The process is actually quite easy, only takes a few minutes and requires minimal tools. The steps should be very similar to other Honda cars and vehicles such as Civic, Element, Odyssey and Passport.
Honda recommends using OEM fluid, which is sometimes incorrectly called transmission oil. Honda's updated transmission fluid is now called DW-1 (replacing the older ATF-Z1).
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The total fluid capacity for Honda Accord 03-07 is 6.2 quarts, but during drain & fill, you would probably require between 2.5 quarts to 3.25 quarts. The rest would be trapped in torque converter and other passages.
Honda recommends changing the ATF fluid every 120K miles for 7th Gen Accord. (see www.openbay.co.... However, we have not changed or replaced fluid on our Civic for 200K miles, and on this Accord for 280K miles without any issues. Most people do not realize that they should replace transmission fluid regularly until there's a problem. We will discuss the symptoms and how to diagnose below...
Honda's earliest CVTs were recommended to have a fluid replacement every 15,000 miles; later versions combined with the improved fluid can go 60,000. Early manual transmissions that used motor oil as MTF should get fluid changes every 30,000 miles. On other vehicles, most manufacturers recommend that manual transmission fluid be changed every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Under heavy-duty use, some manufacturers suggest changing transmission fluid every 15,000 miles.
How much does it cost to change transmission fluid Honda Accord?
The average cost for a Honda Accord transmission fluid change is between $89 and $104. Labor costs are estimated between $50 and $65 while parts are priced at $39. The job is so simple you could save $50-$65 by doing-it-yourself (DIY).
What happens if I do not change the transmission fluid when it is recommended? Letting your car run low on transmission fluid can cause the transmission to shift improperly or not at all. It also can harm the internal parts of your transmission, which will not be properly lubricated.
Problems with your transmission can lead to seriously expensive damage to your car. Here are some of the major signs you need your transmission repaired, so you can catch a problem before it causes expensive damage to your car.
Fluid Leaks: Notice a little fluid on your driveway? Don’t ignore it, as even a small leak can lead to seriously expensive problems. Transmission fluid is vital to your car’s ability to smoothly shift gears, but the fluid doesn’t get burned up by use over time. If your transmission fluid is low, therefore, it almost always signifies that you have a leak.
You can also check your transmission fluid with the dipstick. The fluid should be pinkish and almost clear. If it’s brown or has a burnt smell, you’ll need to have your fluid changed.
Rough Shifts & Strange Sounds: If your car seems to be shifting gears irregularly, you may have a transmission problem. Jerking, grinding (in a manual transmission), or shimmying (in an automatic transmission) while changing gears are all red flags. If your automatic transmission struggles to be placed into park or drive, then you definitely have a transmission problem.Signs You Need Your Transmission Repaired
You’ll also want to listen for any unusual sounds, especially whining, buzzing, or humming during gear shifts. If you experience any of these problems, you’ll want to have your car checked by a professional right away to prevent damage.
Burning Smells: A subtle burning smell upon exiting your vehicle is a sign that your transmission is burning fluid due to excessive friction. This can usually be remedied by a standard transmission flush if you catch it right away, but if you wait too long, you can cause much more serious damage.
In our experience, the first tell-tale signs (without warning lights or other indicators) would be the problem with shifting down and accelerating from stop-to go after driving in 4th gear. If you encounter the problem with the car shuddering like this, you might want to try driving in 3rd gear thus preventing the car from shifting to 4th gear (but be careful not to drive over 50 mph).
Recording Date: December 26, 2019
Original Video URL: • Honda Accord Automatic...
Some friendly advice: Auto transmissions use small pistons sliding back and forth when a gear change is required. Those pistons use rubber o-rings on each end of the pistons, and the heat generated during summer driving causes the rubber to harden and will cause the trans to stop shifting properly if the piston becomes stuck due to the o-rings becoming less pliable. The trans fluid has chemicals designed to keep the o-rings soft, and as it becomes dirtier and older, those chemicals become less effective. This becomes evident when shifting problems start occurring. This can oftentimes be solved by simply replacing the fluid and the old filter. Also, Lucas makes a product specifically designed to soften the o-rings and it typically takes about 500 miles of driving to do it's job.
Is that also regarding the V6? Since Honda doesn't recommend transmission filter changes for v6's...
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You can buy Genuine Honda ATF 08200-9008 DW-1 from Amazon.com in addition to the dealer, here are the links:
1. amzn.to/3lx5aT5 (Honda - 08200-9008 DW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 quart, Pack of 12)
2. amzn.to/2QF9WQ9 (Honda FBA_08200-9008 08200-9008 Automatic Transmission Fluid, 4 Pack, 1 US QT /946 ML)
3. amzn.to/2YNOsFe (Genuine Honda 08200-9008 Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF DW-1 (ATF-Z1) 2 Quarts)
4. amzn.to/3baaKWC (Honda 08200-9008 DW1 Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF - 6 Pack)
5. amzn.to/2EKwzAe (Genuine Honda Fluid 08200-9008 ATF-DW1 Automatic Transmission Fluid - 1 Quart)
6. amzn.to/3hIUkaq (Honda Genuine OEM Automatic Transmission Drain Plug Washers (18mm), Bag of 5-90471-PX4-000)
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You also need to reset the transmission diagnostics electronics. The system adjusts base on the driving history.
Very Clear info!
You need check the fluid on level ground after the oil is at run time temperature.
Thank Aiman! I am hoping some fresh atf will smooth out the trans on my 2000 Honda Accord, about 200,000 miles.
Is there a transmission filter also to replace in Accord 2007 EX-V6?
No need to really do that.
nice job bro, simple and very much useful, and you've got a good car, love accord, I'm driving 1992 accord and it's working great, just subscribe to support your channel
Okay, I just learned something from you (technically your father), although your tongue twist was confusing at the end of your explanation. I'm experiencing what your brother is. 🤔 I think your video is the best (information wise) but, I think you should either redo it or do that voice over but write the instructions down and read them so that it's without the hesitations, stammering, and the few mistakes, distractions and background noise, because it annoys and confuses me.
***UPDATE: I had the car transmission flushed completely per the video. In my case, it made a positive difference for A HOT SECOND, then it was right back at the pulling, skipping and not catching. So, I called several mechanics telling them my issue and getting prices on transmission work. Some quoted me the $1800-$3500 prices. Nalley Honda wouldn't even give me a ballpark figure (automatically disqualifying them to 😒 I don't trust ANYBODY that won't tell me something). They wanted me to bring the car in. Gowens is highly reputable but, "high" is the operative word, the are too expensive. I went there; he wanted to charge me over $100 just to 👀 at it but refused to put that amount towards a $3000+ repair bill (that disqualified them). I spoke with a few Amco locations (they are franchises). The one in Fayetteville, the lady seemed knowledgeable because she spoke the lingual, BUT, she talked TOO FAST...like a salesman 😌 I don't trust fast talkers, they tend to be dishonest (DISQUALIFIED). The one in Newnan: the guy did something totally different from everyone else 😃 he suggested that it may not even be (as serious as) the transmission; telling me of some common causes.I was enthralled! Immediately he earned my trust. 😊 Just for being so forthright. Even if it were the transmission needing rebuilding/replacing, he was my choice. Come to find out, it did not...it was some throttle needed cleaning 🤗 his fee was $192...a far cry better than $1800+
Great Job!!!
Change the transnission oil filter aswell they get clogged
Good job guys. Get your info ready before you film. Will have a much smoother video
Forgot to change the filter? Pull the tranny line off the drivers side cooler and flush the system?
Thank you man, I appreciate it greatly
Okay so, I just watched this for a second time. Question: Did you have to take your brother's car to the shop or did the flush work resolve his problem?
I swap 3 quarts out each oil change Easy and cheap no reason not buy 3 quarts Genuine DW-1 fluid and do it. The plug captures the clutch material (which is nornal) just clean it off and carry on.
I got a code p0757 ..my car is doing what you described I just changed the transmission fluid its driving better but the codes still came back while D is blinking, any suggestions?
EyeOnAiman, thanx muchissimo for your positive energy and your easy to follow Instructions o_o ^_^
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Sorry yes you used the stands
I have an Acura TL. I bought it used and it had 165k on it. I'm thinking about changing the fluid and filter (located in the cooler line). Have you had any issues after changing the transmission fluid in your Honda?
Congrats on the TL!!
This process should be the same way
does mixing the old fluid (Honda ATF-Z1) with the new dw fluid cause any issues? loved the video!
every mechanich refused to change my fluid and the car is only 100k miles, transmission shifts flawlessly and i want to keep it that way! so i'm gonna do the job myself
@@CristofopoI had the same issue. I just found a small local garage willing to do it.
@Cristofopo My 2010 Accord Ex just hit 115k miles. I bought it from my sister 4 yrs ago with 85k on it but she doesn't remember the last ATF change. I went to the dealership she went to, pulled the history and it was done 5yrs ago w/80k. The fluid is still full and pinkish tan color. I'm going to do it myself every 30k now.
Thanks for your video but what you did was absolutely unsafe !! ... never work under hydraulic jack !!... use stand please
Car is supposed to be on the ground when doing this flush. Not on a jack
That’s not true
But should be leveled on 4 stands…
Wat about the transmission filter? U need to change that also if not then ur transmission will act funny
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Hi
Thanks for the info