honda atf

Always use Honda ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid). If it’s not available, you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary replacement. However, continued use can affect the shift quality.

Do Hondas need special transmission fluid?

Do you Need to Use Honda Brand Fluids? The simple answer is yes. It’s all about corrosion, and Honda fluids will be the best fluid to minimize corrosion and keep your Honda reliable.

Is Honda ATF-Z1 still available?

The manual for a friend’s 2008 Honda CRV EX called for Honda ATF-Z1 automatic transmission fluid, but my research indicated that ATF has been discontinued since 2011. The backwards-compatible replacement is this full-synthetic DW-1.

What color is Honda ATF?

Users of Genuine Honda ATF-Z1 have found this fluid to turn dark brown and emit a “burnt” odor within a very short period of time, often in 30,000 miles or less, espcially in the V6 applications.

What can I use instead of Honda transmission fluid?

Honda ATF DW-1 Equivalent
Idemitsu ATF Type-H Plus.Valvoline Maxlife Multi-vehicle ATF.LubeGard Red or platinum.

Who makes Honda CVT fluid?

ENEOS Import CVT | MODEL H is automatic transmission fluid engineered specifically for Honda and Acura vehicles that require Honda CVT Type HCF-2 Genuine Fluid.

What happens if I put the wrong transmission fluid in my car?

Using the wrong fluid can cause poor lubrication, overheating, and possibly transmission failure. A mechanic might not be able to reverse the damage, even by flushing the transmission. Mistakenly adding motor oil or brake fluid can also destroy your transmission.

Should I use OEM transmission fluid?

These are exact same as Genuine fluid but are a much better value. If your car is more than 3 or 4 years old select an OEM part when the repair is not covered under warranty and you have to pay for it yourself. You will get the exact same fluid that was originally in your car for a better price than the genuine fluid.

What are the symptoms of low transmission fluid?

In the meantime, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the tell-tale signs that you may be low on transmission fluid.
Noises. Burning Smell. Transmission Leaks. Slipping Gears. Slow Gear Engagement. Vehicle Accelerates Poorly. Check Engine or Transmission Warning Light Is On.

What is the replacement for Honda ATF-Z1?

Also, ATF-DW1 is the official Honda replacement for ATF-Z1.

When was ATF-Z1 discontinued?

Honda discontinues Z1 ATF effective 2011.

Can I use ATF-DW1 instead of ATF-Z1?

DW-1 is compatible with and replaces Z1 in all non-cvt Honda transmissions. You can still do a drain and fill at the next recommended interval using DW1 instead of Z1.

Is Honda transmission fluid red?

Just like other transmission oils, Honda transmission oil is red to distinguish it from other motor oils. When the Honda oil gets old, contaminated, or oxidized, it turns to dark brown and then to black. To confirm if the oil is oxidized, smell if it has a burnt odor.

Is Honda transmission fluid clear?

New fluid is clear like minerl oil. Used its tan to a dark brown.

What does transmission fluid look like?

Healthy transmission fluid should be relatively clear or pink in color. If your transmission fluid is deep red or brown, your transmission fluid is old and most likely causing extra damage within your transmission. If it is dark brown, that is a sign you have burnt transmission fluid from overheating.

Is Honda transmission fluid synthetic?

From Honda themselves: “Our resources indicate that the ATF-DW1 genuine Honda transmission fluid is NOT synthetic in material.”

Is Acura and Honda transmission fluid the same?

Although each have their own part number, both fluids under the two part numbers above are the same. This means that you can use the Honda fluid in an Acura or the Acura fluid in a Honda car.

Who makes ATF-DW1?

Idemitsu makes Honda DW-1.