2003-2007 Honda Accord Transmission drain and refill

[@_john_rick_]

This guy doesn’t know what he’s doing, not trying to be rude. Honda specifically asks for this procedure; 1.) Drain fluid 2.) put 3 quarts in it and get the transmission hot by letting the car idle and shifting through the gears for 2 seconds each, allll the gears, not just to drive like this dude does. Do this until the transmission gets to operating temperature, helps to have a scanner or just wait till the engine is at operating temp and then 15 min or so to make sure the trans is hot 3.) Put in park and then go through the gears one more time for two seconds each gear. 4.) Put the car back into park and turn the car off. 5.) within 30 seconds check the dipstick level it will be reading correctly. You have to do this with the car off. That’s the correct way to do it. Just trying to help not trying to be rude. Have a good one yall.

[@clev12]

The book in the front seat...Rapid Interpretation of EKGs by Dale Dubin??? Must be a Nurse's car. Thanks for all the videos! I can't say how much money you've saved me over the years. Keep 'em coming.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

was for my medic class, but I have gone a different path with my career :)

[@preetkangg]

Honda transmission fluid always should be checked after reaching oprating temprature and engine off.

[@honestbrother9427]

Hey guys, the Honda V6 does have an external tranny filter. It's located on top of the transmission just below the battery case. Most people including most Honda technicians and Honda customer support don't know it even exists because Honda doesn't say anything about it in their service manual. I did change mine for me to be happy, and that filter looked grayish and dirty bcuz of the metal shavings and stuff. Although I will tell you now it's a pain in the........especially if you have not done it before, but well worth it. I wonder why Honda didn't say anything about it and have it changed at the most every 100k. If you need more info, let me know.

[@trialerror8728]

+james aighewi We CAN'T find the external tranny filter...took the battery compartment out... not seeing it...

[@honestbrother9427]

+Jasmine Goeders Hi Jasmine, I meant to say the air filter box. It's right underneath the air filter box on top of the transmission , you can't miss it. If you remove the air filter box, you will then have access to it. There will be 3 long bolts and one banjo bolt holding the case. let me know if you find it. Remember that it's the v6 model.

[@American_Aliens]

Aren't you supposed to check this car while it's off? Shift thru the gears for 2 seconds after a good drive then while the car is off in under 30 seconds pull the stick wipe and check?

[@_john_rick_]

That’s exactly how you’re supposed to do it, he didn’t do it right smh.

[@beastinowt3569]

Are we still Filming? Lol your awesome fella

[@beast11135]

Does the 3.0L V6 have a filter that Is replaceable? My car has 119k miles on It and the ATF has never been replaced so I would like to replace the filter If It's possible and pretty easy.

[@dbmill2005]

Can we get a lower control arm replacement video for this model accord?

[@tehxii7706]

I'm pretty sure mine has been sucked out and replaced using ba tool over the last 6 years, 60k miles. I'm not sure if the bolt it removable but if it is, is there a replacement bold I can buy in case I need it? Any equipment recommend to suck it out instead in case it is unable to be removed? Thoughts on this method?

[@ke_ag]

If you leave the dipstick in until you take the plug out, your hands won't get covered in fluid :)

[@Grimreepa220]

So how much should I put in my 2005 accord and what type? I think it just needs a top off as it's right below the fill mark. But I'm afraid of putting too much in it. Felt like it was shifting funny lately but I'm not sure because this is my first honda. I've only had for a week. Maybe I'm paranoid but any info would be helpful.

[@iMotoTactic00L]

That magnet captures all the shaving metal inside the transmission. Just in case people dont know!.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

yup, thought we explained it, if not, then you're correct.

[@easternwind51]

I am wondering where the transmission filter is located on your car? And is it necessary to replace it every time changing out your transmission fluid? Thanks.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

its on the driver side, you want to replace the filter when changing the fluids. It's a cheap part.

[@tehxii7706]

@@NutzAboutBolts for the V6 the filter is hard to get to isn't it?

[@AK907LOVE]

I like your Rapid Interpretation of EKGs book!

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Faith Beaven lol you can have it if you want.

[@gregwilliams6791]

Hey! I have that book!

[@amit24584]

Hi , when I changed my car's AT fluid, approx 4 quart came out of the transmission. Do you think that same amount should go inside ?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

add 3 quarts, then top off as needed.

[@amit24584]

THnaks for the advice !!

[@henryvargas2915]

Amit limbaskar same I had to put 4 quarts back as well not a problem

[@wiredawg2005]

I wanted to see you take it off..was just wondering if you had any issues...my 2003 civic must be torque to 100 foot pounds(sarcasm) cause it ain't moving, I feel like I'm gonna snap my breaker-bar socket... :(

[@NutzAboutBolts]

take what off?

[@yt754]

He is probably talking about the drain plug

[@vitezism]

You're supposed to check the fluid with the engine off on Hondas. And it's best to drive around to get the fluid up to the correct temperature.

[@MeetingToast]

vitezism fluid checks are done while running, owners manual will say it along with technicians and most Internet results. It's best to do it running after a drive to get an accurate level and quality measure. I worked in Honda service for awhile and I know we checked it while running.

[@ernestolefebre9048]

Well I'm about to do this in my own accord 2005,and the manual says to check the fluid with the engine off after the fluid is at working temperature

[@joshuasnyderoffgridadventu1532]

question on your 06 accord I hear a persistent ticking in the engine and my 05 does that to......what is that and is it bad?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

probably just the valve clicking, but its normal.

[@kendalgee5808]

I have a similar year, probably you need a valve adjustment. When people neglect a valve adjustment certain valves get too tight and you will burn them. Ironically it is common for people engines to get louder after a valve adjustment. It's better to have loud loose valves then tight valves because you will burn them. Check to see if you got a valve adjustment on your previous maintenance schedule, I'm guessing you did not.

[@gbmwaz]

You said torque to 36 ft libs in the video then say 29 ft lbs in the parts description - which is it???

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Follow the description box

[@irfansable]

My car engine light poped up and mechanic told there is a transmission problem. After coming home I read the manual and I figured there is a transmission fluid that needs to be changed. When I checked the fluid stick there is no fluid left and its completely dried. Please advise appreciate your quick response?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Get the cel code, refill your fluids and Google the code to see what's the problem.

[@irfansable]

Thank you so much...Appreciate your quick response.

[@marcusjones3494]

md irfan same here

[@drutalero2962]

I only drained and refilled twice instead of 3 times. how much of a negative impact would that be?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Dru Talero not much, since you've replaced the old fluid. Just make sure the fluid are in the right full mark.

[@drutalero2962]

+NutzAboutBolts thanks for the quick response! 😀

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Dru Talero :) we do our best to respond.

[@JunkYardDogNYC]

Are the v6 the same?

[@globalvendetta0014]

Do I also need to drain it from torque converter?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

You can, we did a video on the complete flush of the system.

[@yt754]

Where did you get your funnel? It doesn't look like it would fit into the tiny dip stick hole. I have a 07 accord V6. I have trouble finding a funnel with a small enough tip that goes into the dip stick hole. I ended up using the cap of a Lucas transmission conditioner bottle, they have a small tip. Then put a funnel over it and slowwwwly pour in through. I made a mess and took forever to pour 3 bottles because the tip was too small.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

the V6 has a different opening hole, so you might have to use a smaller hose and try to rig it to make it fit with a funnel.

[@yomadre15]

I haven't been able to find a funnel that fits to refill it. What kind of funnel is that? Are you refilling it through the dipstick hole?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Mariana Sanchez It's called a Long neck transmission filler funnel. I got them at an auto store.

[@Stunterider]

I bought a long funnel and used a lighter to melt the plastic a bit and stretched the tip and also made it skinnier to be able to fit the hole I use it on all honda auto transmissions

[@adrianrose504]

I have to try this before scrap my car ......03 honda accord ex 295k dash all was going well until this morning on way to work and started skipping like it would not change gears ,on the gas but went no where lol I got stuck at the light .....glad I have my truck ,kawasaki, brother and sister for a ride but still want my honda

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+ghost Ghost low fluids will cause the transmission to not shift into gears. Was the fluid low?

[@puffnstuff9007]

U didn't say to wipe off the drain plug before replacing it

[@SuperFuckenusername]

Gasket ( crush washer)

[@maryhutchins8885]

my car wont go forward or backwards. It just stop moving today when i was at the traffic light. is that the transmission? i had no dragging or any other warning signs that it was about to go. someone said it could be just low in transmission fluid.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Mary Hutchins low fluids can cause the vehicle not to go forward or backwards, you should check on that. If you have a manual transmission, check your clutch.

[@Stunterider]

A couple things could be the culprit low or no fluid ,bad torque converter, blown transmission or even bad gear solenoids

[@Theone9102]

So I only have to drain the fluids once and fill up with new fluid and I'm done? Correct?

[@jasonlindie53]

I did the drain and refill x3, but noticed some fluid stain around the drivers idea axle and on the bottom of the transmission toward the exhaust pipe. Could this be because I overfilled it. Is it normal for it to leak excess fluid out, or is this a problem? I read that the transmission vents excess fluid.

[@JuanFuentes8492]

That engine sounds a bit shot;but thanks for such great video very helpful indeed

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Juan Fuentes engine sounds great, haven't had any trouble with it yet, its at 110k miles :)

[@Bandit5317]

+Juan Fuentes That's just how these K24s sound. They're solid lifter engines. Sometimes they're louder than normal if they need a valve lash adjustment, but they're never quiet.

[@martinriojas1677]

Juan Fuentes

[@HungNguyen-zg4zd]

are you filling atf via the check hole, or you have to remove the filling bold?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

we refill it on top where the dip stick is at. If its a manual transmission, you will have a fill hole and a drain hole on the bottom. Ours an automatic transmission.

[@trankt54155]

How many miles does that car have? It sounded like it shifted pretty harshly and the engine doe not sound smooth?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

When we did this maintenance in this video, it was 60k miles. It currently has 130k, and running strong.

[@trankt54155]

Ok, then it is just Honda thing.

[@bancroftbufe7973]

What year is it? I have an 04 DX with 133K, and been using your videos to do so much maintenance. Thanks so much

[@dreday7590]

Where is the filter u need to change the timing and the seals my god

[@Rockin_Roll]

pretty sure Honda transmissions should be checked (dip stick)....with the engine warmed up, but engine OFF. & on level ground....look it up in your owner's manual. *ALWAYS* use genuine Honda fluid(s in your Honda)...you might find it, some other place....but just go to the Honda Dealer to buy it.......

[@Rockin_Roll]

Dude...check you engine oil too, ....sounds like it's very low...........

[@deviatorz]

where do you get your crush washer? honda is charging the hell out of me ($5) for a stupid washer. can i just the ones at home depot (given its the right size)?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Tim Kwok (Deviatorz) We got ours at the dealership, its pretty expensive and we haven't used one at home depot... Just make sure to get the right size for it.

[@trankt54155]

Unless the old washer really mushroomed I just reuse the old one. Mine has not leaked with the old reused washer. Five dollars for a washer is too much. NutzAboutBolts, thank you for all your videos. You did a fantastic job man....I can eat off your car; it is so clean.

[@c.j.rogers2422]

@@trankt54155 $5 is CHEAP insurance that might save your tranny one day!

[@junjunjr.llauderes4424]

I have changed transmission fluid for the first time on 2007 accord but I did nut change the filter,,,is that okay?

[@walba]

Junjun jr. Llauderes I have a 2007 also and it has 58k on it. I was thinking about changing the ATF myself as well. I think you don't need to change the filter.

[@junjunjr.llauderes4424]

actually my wife has a 2007 Honda Accord too...she have the transmission oil Change at Honda and the service only changed the oil not the filter,,,I've ask a technician he said that 2007 accord has no filter on it that's why only oil change is needed,,,I've read the manual and it recommends oil change only I've not seen filter to be change as well...

[@aaronhernandez9301]

my drain plug is stripped and is leaking what can i do to fix this issue?

[@MorningMindfulness]

Anne Martinez buy a new one?

[@Stunterider]

Get someone to weld a bolt the the stripped head and take it off but be sure to clean the area and head of the bolt really really good because transmission fluid is flammable

[@DTA-me3kv]

Get new one. Drill and tap other out

[@jogmas12]

Do one with a manual transmission

[@tanpham1975]

There is NO transmission filter on the 2006 Honda Accord 2.4L engine correct?

[@Ricodey]

+Tan Pham it´s inside the transmission

[@aacavasos]

Tan Pham Yes there is its on the driver side of the engine. PartNumber is 25430-PLR-003

[@NutzAboutBolts]

there is an external transmission filter, its on the driver side.

[@natalyb2316]

HI.HOW TO POSSIBLY WHAT MY ACCORD (2006 4 CL.) NEED 3.5 QT.? ALREADY PUT 3QT .AND LEVEL SHOWS LOWERS DOT. WHAT MY SECOND STEP ?(NEED TO ADD 0.5 QT ?(BUT MANUAL SAY 3.1) THANKS (SORRY ABOUT GRAMMA)

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Nataliya Balahura yes, add 0.5 quarts in, the vehicle takes 3.5 quarts. Recheck after putting in 0.5, if it needs more, just add a little more.

[@beast11135]

Where did you get that funnel? I'm having trouble finding a funnel that fits the small area to fill. I'm thinking of making my own with a funnel and small plastic tubing If I don't find one soon.

[@619stoner6]

do all 2005 v6 have that drain plug my mechanic said there sealed he didn't even check

[@NutzAboutBolts]

there should be a drain plug. if there wasn't, not sure how they would drain it.

[@Bajaheat]

619 Stoner get a new mechanic. Yes they are all serviceable

[@antb3159]

@@NutzAboutBolts itty

[@Policia1942]

where is the transmission filter on honda accord 2006 2.4L.Thanks.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Policia1942 go to our transmission complete flush video, we showed where it is and how to remove it.

[@floridaforecast]

That transmission is supposed to be checked warm up and engine off

[@ElPrezidenteKeno]

worked great for me! 😁✌

[@realtalk516186]

where did u buy that funnel ?

[@adrianrose504]

+Nutzaboutbolts no check light at all,it wasn't even a red color anymore

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+ghost Ghost wow must of been a long time since the fluids been changed, I would do this and see if it changes.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+ghost Ghost also I would recommend a flush and changing out the transmission filter, we did a video on that as well.

[@aaronabner4317]

Honda has weak transmissions the 2 year or 30 thousand miles is not a bad idea especially for the early 2000's with the 6 cylinder engine. A known issue with Toyota Accord and Odysseys.

[@kevinhoney1385]

i was told if non-handa fluid use z-1

[@tinamoney1]

honda doesn't make z-1 anymore. dw1is the replacement they recommend and sell.

[@kevinhoney1385]

@@tinamoney1 ty

[@steelermia]

I made the grave mistake(I hope not) of not changing my tranny fluid since I bought my car new .. I don't know what the hell I was thinking .. been on top of the oil changes but didn't think of the transmission .. dumb dumb .. well my car's been running fine, shifting fine etc .. but I'm up to 109k miles right now .. never replaced it .. some say don't touch because the transmission will fail but if I don't replace it, isn't the transmission just going to deteriorate further and further from here on out since it has older fluid ? .. I was going to drain and refill it once .. then keep doing it for every oil change for a few oil changes(every 3 months) so as to not shock/ disturb the transmission too much with a full 9+ qt drain and refill at once .. should I do that or just leave it alone

[@NutzAboutBolts]

d jones if it was my car, I would do it, it's like this, "damn if you do and damn if you don't", I rather be damn if I do because then I know I did something than did nothing.

[@Spudz76]

+d jones I changed fluid from "who knows what the previous owner thought was right" (probably Dexron III type "USA USA USA" fluid...) it was horrible looking and red - over to DW1 directly, two drain/refills with a bit of driving between, and it works better than I've ever known a auto-trans to work. 1995 Odyssey original trans no rebuilds 260K not well cared for before it got to me (new rack due to "USA USA USA" steering fluid anyone?)

[@2bearQloza]

Where's filter of gearbox?

[@martygunhead5747]

looks like a breather hose is off your intake sounds like it too

[@NutzAboutBolts]

nah, its just a noisy engine lol.

[@martygunhead5747]

+NutzAboutBolts at 0:20 you can see the hole lol

[@shawncarter2000]

Should I change my transmission filter as well when I drain and refill.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

I would every time I change the fluids.

[@unebonnevie]

It's 3.1 quarts required but you said only 2.5 quarts? Please clarify/explain. Thanks!

[@NutzAboutBolts]

unebonnevie put in 3 quarts first, then put it on leveled ground and recheck and top off as needed. Not sure where we said 2.5 quarts, but put in 3 quarts first and re-check. :)

[@Spudz76]

+unebonnevie 2.5 quarts is what Honda claims. I think they want you to be around the low mark so you can get to level ground and warm up and then top off more exactly. Going 3 or 3.1 right away could end up a touch over.

[@Spudz76]

...also each draining could vary in volume depending on how level it's jacked/ramped. You'd get more out if you tilted the drain side lower (jack up the driver side). But not a ton more, within the 0.6qt that 2.5 provides.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Spudz76 We recommend putting only enough so you can run the engine and let it circulate around the system. Then after it warms up, re-check and top off. Just like you're doing an oil change.

[@Triosmind]

Can I use pb blaster to help loosen the drain plug?

[@koz3]

Aren't you suppose to check it while the car is off ?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

koz3 yes

[@Spudz76]

+koz3 Some idiots swear it has to be running but that is only for other transmissions that will let the torque converter and valve body drain back out if the pump isn't running (which means the engine has to be at least idling). Honda transmissions don't drainback like that, at least if they do it's +-1oz or whatever it's not worth reaching down there with it running - the dipstick OK range is like 4-8oz. Some transmissions don't even pump when running in Park or Neutral and those should be checked with it idling, in drive, on parking brake. Some don't pump in Park but do in Neutral (like older Mopars) so those can be checked running in Neutral (but not Park!). So to simplify most "pro mechanics" will just say every trans needs to be checked running, and some (older) cars need to be also in Neutral or Drive. Very untrue on Hondas. As long as it's warm (normal driving temp) and absolutely level and you recently shut it down, the trans will show the same level as if it were running in gear and all that jazz, and you'll be safe from the fans/belts/etc.

[@adrianrose504]

+nutzaboutboltz full but burnt

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+ghost Ghost the fluids full but smell like its burnt? Any check engine light?

[@brittanycurrency2941]

Is it possible to add too much fluid ? Like, can I jus go ahead & put 4 quarts in it... ?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Brittany Hudson add 3 qts and top off as needed, 4 might be too much...

[@mavericklipto3437]

I want to change Gear Oil for Honda Accord 2005. How much litres it requires to level it to standard?

[@גביתורגמן-ק3ז]

2,7 לטר

[@unebonnevie]

Your engine makes funny noise!

[@NutzAboutBolts]

unebonnevie Don't really hear any funny noise, lol. It's running strong still :)

[@DickRichie510]

Yea my shit whisper quiet.. sup with your valves??

[@chancepedigo5043]

@@NutzAboutBolts valves need to be adjusted replace valve cover gasket spark plugs grommets at the same time . Easy !

[@chancepedigo5043]

Needs valves adjusted

[@eldude831]

yo you said 36 ftlb but listed 29lb

[@NutzAboutBolts]

go with 29lb, either or, its still safe.

[@eldude831]

+NutzAboutBolts thank you video helped alot

[@NutzAboutBolts]

I'm glad we could help :)

[@seanv1556]

Don't bother mentioning which engine this has.

[@exsxpx1]

sounds like a diesel engine.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

its not lol

[@mitzvahtorah7966]

36 what? Ft. pounds? That a 3/8th drive torque wrench?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

29 ft. lbs. with a 3/8 torque wrench.

[@corvezcain6313]

13 Honda account

[@nickklaus9746]

Not even remotely close the the MANUAL 2003 model but nice clickbait champ