4th Generation Honda CR-V Transmission Fluid & Filter change

This is my 2014 Honda CR-V, 4th generation. I did a transmission fluid and filter change. The filter is hard to get to. I do have arthritis in my hands so it makes it harder to do the job at times.

[@weirddeere]

Great video, the only one I've seen showing changing the filter. Very clear and specific instructions. Just did it myself last night, took 2 hours to change that little thing. The only thing I did different was loosen the air filter bracket entirely so I had more room. The main challenge was getting the hoses to come free of the filter, that and just the extremely tight space to work in!

[@starastronomer]

THANK YOU so much @weirddeere

[@shane6284]

@@starastronomerDamn! Your engine is immaculate. Did you detail it? Looks brand new for 90k miles.

[@starastronomer]

@shane6284 Thank you! Actually all I do is clean it every couple months. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaWqeZ-NpK5qmKs

[@heaththurman6211]

Thanks for the guide, this gives me the confidence to do this on my wife's CRV. Thanks!

[@starastronomer]

So glad you found my video useful Heath. THANKS!

[@philipsakhong1918]

Fantastic video ! Thank you for showing how to do it in details . Super helpful.

[@starastronomer]

Philip Nuam Thank you so much. Glad it was of help.

[@robertbreuer7433]

At first sort of slow explanations (but not annoying). Very soon began to appreciate very much the slow, thorough explanations with good photography to go along with it. Real helpful.

[@starastronomer]

Thank you so much Robert Breuer. Glad it helped you. I try to be thorough in my videos.

[@lancehughes4132]

Excellent video and communication. Just finished this job on a 2012 CRV using Beck Arn Filter. An autopsy of the old filter 110 km., showed a lot of black but 'not clogged'. The trans has the famous occasional shudder that stops after a fast 2 lt. flush with the DW-1 ATF., every year. These transmissions should 'not' require that type of service and Honda should be ashamed. Many thanks for your help. The job would have been much more painful without it. Again......thank you.

[@starastronomer]

Lance Hughes Thank you so much for your kind words!!!

[@condor5635]

So would you recommend not doing all the work to replace filter? I am on the fence as to whether it is worth the hassle. Tganks!

[@ÆCME]

You're an Absolute star mate... Why can't mechanics be like yourself and do a thorough, sterling job and get it done. Thankyou so much and very kind regards for your time and help in posting this.

[@starastronomer]

THANK YOU so much!

[@j.a9010]

Really great explanation, thanks a lot for the inspection so useful

[@starastronomer]

J. A THANKS so much!!! Glad you found it informative.

[@larryiowatexasrooster9317]

👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🗽🙏🏻 Great video! I didn't realize there was a filter so I need to get one and change mine! I changed my fluid at 60,000 miles doing two changes of the 2.7qts trans fluid.......drained filled, ran the cars several miles then drained a second time and refilled👍 The reason is they say you only are draining a portion of the fluid when you drain the 2.7 qts.....may be overkill but that's what I did and the fluid is relatively cheap.

[@starastronomer]

THANK YOU Larry Iowa/Texas Rooster! Yes, fluid is cheap in the scheme of things. Can never go wrong changing oils / fluids more than required.

[@sdanville]

thank you. all the other videos already had the panels off and I had trouble realizing how far forward the plug was.

[@starastronomer]

sdanville You're welcome. Glad to be of help.

[@starastronomer]

NOTE: Some have asked about part number: 25420-RXH-003 I called several Honda dealers and it is a metal "strainer" with no paper element. It is inside the transmission and you would need to split the case to get to it. Was told it isn't a replacement item needing maintenance.

[@bubbatime]

Thats correct. You do not change any filters on these Honda transmissions. You just drain 3 quarts, and then add 3 quarts.

[@thorsal2758]

@starastronomer did change this inner trans filter? Or only the one in vid? Thanks!

[@starastronomer]

Only the filter shown in my video Thor Sal.

[@lupusxdei182]

So don't change the strainer assembly filter?? Or can you?

[@spiritseeker1932]

I have the 07 CRV. I think she has 149,000 miles on her and sounds like a jewel. I’ve never had any problems with it but I keep up on maintenance and that’s the ticket! I know I had heard mechanic Scotty Kilmer on here say that you don’t change the transmission filter and I had heard it one time he said don’t even change the transmission fluid. Interesting.. I love Honda’s and Toyota’s. I’m reading up on the Honda truck 🛻 now. Need a V6 for pulling my 13’ camp trailer. I did take a long haul when I got with the car with the trailer as I bought it from another state with my CRV and it actually did great. They’re not that heavy of a trailer and I don’t pack it down and leave water in the tanks and other heavy things. Love my Crv!

[@starastronomer]

Cari Lamanuzzi Thanks!

[@colineyeball]

Wow, what kind of trailer is it

[@yactabay]

Scotty does want you to change the filter but the strainer is not necessary. Just check it for metal parts if you remove the fluid pan and if it has a strainer😊. He does not want you to flush the fluid if high mileage. I changed mine without removing pan with same amount I removed at cold temp at 215,000 miles and no slipping. Many cars WILL start slipping and you should drain and put old fluid back in so save it. I believe that filter protected the tranny. REPLACE THAT FILTER! The lower the mileage you replace the fluid, the safer it is. Change every 30k to 50k mikes.

[@HonNey-xi4ef]

You did really well. May I know the exact part no. Of the Transmission Filter? Thanks

[@usmanrasheed]

Thanks for the video. Not many people show the filter part. Very helpful 👍 You mentioned that you changed the transmission oil for the first time, did you have any issues afterwards with thr transmission?

[@starastronomer]

Glad my video helped you usman rasheed. No issues whatsoever on the transmission. Important to check the fluid level for several days just to make sure the level is good. I didn't need to add any oil.

[@MegaWetbrain]

Thanks for good video mate

[@starastronomer]

MegaWetbrain So glad it helped!

[@mnrodriguez]

I have never changed that filter in my 2009. Transmission works like new!

[@americanmilitiaman88]

Can anyone tell me what the maintenance interval is for this. Some things saying 30 k. Others 90k. Also sparkplugs I seen 30 k and others 100k. And the rear diff ? I have a 2015 Crv with 40956 miles on it. Havent got any notices on maintenance minder other than oil changes

[@user-ct1lf3hf1v]

Interesting, I asked ChatGPT what the benefit of warming the transmission fluid before draining it is When the transmission fluid is warm, contaminants like metal particles, sludge, and other debris are suspended more effectively in the fluid. This suspension helps in flushing out these contaminants more completely during the draining process, leading to a cleaner transmission. Since heated fluid flows better, you are more likely to remove a higher percentage of the old transmission fluid. Cold, thicker fluid tends to cling to the transmission components, leading to an incomplete drain.

[@lupusxdei182]

Thank you fir confirming the right filter

[@starastronomer]

You're welcome 👌

[@jrsavoie]

I took the left wheel off to access the bottom of the transmission filter. I used a 1/4" drive, flex head ratchet and a short 10 mm socket to take the flter retainer off. I was able to get on it from inside the wheel well with a 1/4" battery ratchet to reinstall the little bolt. I finished tightening the little bolt with the flexhead ratchet from above. I checked the fluid before starting and it was right on the money full. I had the front of the car jacked up 20". I don't know if that made a difference, but I removed 3 liters of fluid.

[@starastronomer]

Thanks @jrsavoie

[@vermontvermont9292]

Good time to check your transmission vent tube as well. They're notorious for being clogged.

[@carlosaferransr1392]

2014 CR-V has the filter inteenal or external?

[@sglenn6]

Do you do this again later to get more of the transmission fluid out? I know doing a pressure flush is the wrong thing to do. Thanks for the great Video. I need to do the same.

[@starastronomer]

Steve Glenn I didn't do it again. I would never pressure flush either. Glad the video helped.

[@hael8680]

Thanks for the video. Very useful! Too bad you did not show what the used fluid looked like.

[@starastronomer]

Thanks Ha El...I did not think about that for some reason. It was fine and not burnt as viewed on my fingers. No issues before the fluid change nor after.

[@Rdebeauvoir1]

I really enjoyed your video. Could you make a video about airbag light coming on, and how to fix the problem? thanks .

[@starastronomer]

Accent Light Thanks. I haven't had that issue yet :)

[@DefinitelyNotMyRealName]

Go to a dealer. It's probably, if nothing happened to the vehicle, just the seatbelt switch. Seatbelt stuff is lifetime warranty.

[@NTromb]

Thank you very much I’ve watched a couple of the videos on here and they’re calling him gaskets and other things other than crush washer

[@starastronomer]

You're welcome!

[@Andy44Andy]

Very very nice video

[@starastronomer]

I appreciate that Andy.

[@condor5635]

While you had the filter access should have just turned car on and ran until one quart comes out of the car from hose that goes from filter to transmission body. Then turn off car fill one quart and repeat 2-3 times. That gets out most all of the fluid

[@paulkaufman4901]

Awesome video! I just missed where the fill point was. Did you fill through the dipstick tube?

[@ohboy2592]

Yes you do

[@youalone99]

Great job on the video. Just curious, why did you wait until 90k to change your transmission fluid??? I've been changing my transmission fluid at every 30K at minimum... I haven't done straight 3 drain/refills consecutively, so just been changing it out every other oil change more recently. My fluids comes out mostly red still. If you see hints of brown discoloration, the fluid is breaking down. Honda transmissions are not the greatest, so I rather be safe...

[@starastronomer]

T L Thanks! The fluid looked fine. I now change it every year, about 21,000 miles. Why do you say Honda transmissions are not the greatest?

[@ohboy2592]

Honda transmissions are one of the best. Not sure where you get your information from. I’ve seen many over 300,000 miles

[@spritemoney]

When I was doing this, The part I failed at was removing that 10mm bracket that is on the transmission filter. I tried to loosen up the side, like how you suggested, but I still wasn’t successful. I also used PB blaster to loosen that up as well, but what ended up happening is that my 10mm socket and my 10mm regular combination wrench ended up just falling to the bottom of my car. Even my backup one kept on falling down. Do you have any suggestions for this part? This is the hardest part.

[@starastronomer]

spritemoney Changing the filter was a complete pain in the AZZ :) My issue wasn't getting it loose but getting to it with my hands and tools. Believe me, it took me some time and a few choice words. Really can't be anymore specific than that. To compound the issue I have arthritis in my hands and trying to turn and hang onto the bolt in that small area was challenging. I want to see the engineers that designed this change one.

[@spritemoney]

@@starastronomer I will try doing this again with a different 10mm combination wrench. Thank you!

[@gerlopreger]

Good video... how many kms had your crv when change trans fluid

[@starastronomer]

GERARDO LOPEZ Thank You! I had 91,800 miles. As stated in the video at approx 3:45 and this was my first oil change. No issues with my CR-V's transmission before nor after the oil change.

[@davidcox2197]

@@starastronomer My 2014 CRV EXL oil minder codes told me to change trans oil at 53,000 miles so I did.

[@spritemoney]

This sounds like a dumb question, but how do you remove / tighten these Honda clamps properly?

[@starastronomer]

spritemoney You can use needle nose pliers (straight or bent nose) OR a tool like this: shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/performance-tool-hose-pliers-allows-remote-access-from-a-distance-away-w80656/11931896-p?product_channel=local&store=7141&adtype=pla&product_channel=local&store_code=7141&gclid=CjwKCAjw3riIBhAwEiwAzD3TiS1iwx_5WDX7xcenIy8wI5vgzi_EM4XTNHe-Wo4zZfYfSjYe3pG-UhoC-QUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds Hope this helps. I use either as the situation requires

[@user-pb3pp6kf5s]

Хороший обзор замены трансмисионного масла!

[@starastronomer]

@user-pb3pp6kf5s Thank you so much - I appreciate that. Огромное вам спасибо - я это ценю.

[@jrsavoie]

2014 Honda CR-V 87,500 miles. I just dropped and filled the transmission. I added 2 ounces of Lube Guard. I intend to drop and fill again on the next 2 oil changes. Should I add Lube Guard again on those occasions?

[@starastronomer]

I wouldn't use any additives to the Honda approved transmission fluid myself.

[@barryg4452]

Can you advise on the part numbers on the check bolt and drain plug washers? Thank You.

[@starastronomer]

Both numbers are given in the video Barry.

[@barryg4452]

@@starastronomer Got it. Thanks. Good Video!

[@starastronomer]

Thank You Barry.

[@HockeyVictory66]

Does Honda recommend changing this transmission filter. It’s not indicated as something to replace in any of the manuals.

[@starastronomer]

Brett Victory Not sure.

[@tomkoolman]

Is it suppose to measure how much you drained out and input the same amount back into the trans?

[@starastronomer]

I did not do that. I let the hot oil drain completely and added the initial fill amount. It worked great that way.

[@dizzywillow451]

My 4th gen crv has a cvt trans, what trans does your 2014 have?

[@starastronomer]

My transmission is an automatic K T

[@lenbata]

2.3 qrts for 2WD 2.7 qrts for AWD

[@ericlaredo]

Can u get to the lower tube thru the wheel well?

[@starastronomer]

Roderick Torres I don't believe so.

[@vernonkaris9462]

Hi sir what year is your crv mine is a 2016 crv lx model is the filter the same please let me know ty Vernon

[@starastronomer]

Vernon Mine is a 2014. Not sure, I would check with your dealer to be safe

[@nayankapadia]

Shouldn't the car be off to the check the level of ATF?

[@groundleaf865]

See that’s my problem, where do you put the jack to lift up the vehicle before you can put those jack stands. You didn’t show it.

[@1mikesofocused42]

What kind of jacks are those?

[@starastronomer]

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[@stephanh1848]

Thanks for the video. I wonder what is the role of that small filter. It is so small in comparison to the volume of fluid going around. After watching your video I called the dealer's maintenance shop and they told me they never change it when doing a fluid change. I wonder why.

[@starastronomer]

stephan h...Glad the video helped. Yes, as I said in the video at approx. 5:45 my dealer's service guy said the same thing. So why put it in? I would still change it. As to size I agree it is very small. BUT, my understanding is many cars don't even have trans filters anymore. Wonder how much pressure goes through it? One would think the dealers could make some extra money charging you for the extra cost of time and material for the filter change. Maybe it's because it is hard to get to OR they want you to buy a new car when the tranny goes out........just thinking out loud :)

[@stephanh1848]

@@starastronomer There is apparently another filter inside the transmission. You'd need to open the tranny up to get to it. Honda seems to mostly rely on that one to do the work. I asked about getting the small filter and they (the dealer) quoted me $53...!! and it has to be ordered in... Now, there is always amazon with aftermarket filters...🤔

[@starastronomer]

I called the dealer again after your second comment and the service guy said there was NO filter at all, none. Then I mentioned to the service guy the small one and he said again NO filter is on my CR-V; WHAT? I hung up and asked for parts. The parts guy told me NO internal filter just that small exterior filter I changed in this video. He said he would have to order it [as I did with the one I changed here] because he said the dealer NEVER changes it. WTF are we to believe? Why does Honda put a filter on the car if it was not meant to be changed at some point? I will do more research.

[@dizzywillow451]

The business model for dealerships is not to benefit the customer but the stakeholders of the business. In my experience there are sadly a fair amount of individuals that work in these parts departments that do not know much about cars or the parts they are selling let alone have the interest of looking them up for you. They spend most of their time working on inventory for the dealership and their commerical accounts.

[@jimpie231]

@@starastronomer My 2009 Honda CR-V does have a similar filter, but it’s easy to replace. Tha dealer parts Dept. knew nothing about this filter. When I gave him the part number, he had it in stock, $20. Thanks. Jim PS.....I was having a trans shuttering issue from 3rd to 4th gears. I drained the trans oil & refilled, drove the car for 10 miles, drained again, changed filter, and refilled again......shutter gone.

[@jimpie231]

I realize you did this quite some time ago......but did you use the right fluid? I don’t think DW-1 is for CVT transmissions. I have used this for my 2009 Honda CR-V that has a regular 5 speed transmission. I did look up a 2016 Honda CR-V and it has a CVT transmission and it uses a specific fluid and it’s not the DW-1 fluid? Thanks....Jim PS.....I was always told that the fluid was very specific for these CVT. I have changed my trans & rear differential (4WD) oil every 30,000 miles......you changed yours at 91,000 miles?

[@starastronomer]

Jim Pie I do not have a CVT transmission. I did use the Honda specific oil for my CR-V. I would always use the manufacture recommended fluids for the transmission, rear ends, and radiator. Yes, I did change mine at 91,000 and have had no issues. Will be doing them sooner now :)

[@jimpie231]

@@starastronomer My CRV is a 2009 w/ 2.5L engine & a 5 sp trans. Your is a 2014 and I thought the smaller engines all have CVTs? Jim

[@starastronomer]

@@jimpie231 I have no idea about that. My engine is a 4 cylinder, 2.4L. The transmission is a 5 speed automatic. Perhaps some have different setups than mine.

[@jimpie231]

@@starastronomer I was going to purchase a 2017 Honda CR-V, EXL model, but it came with a small engine & turbo (1.5L with CVT trans), the only model that came with the 2.4L was the LE but with a CVT. I purchased a Toyota RAV4, XLE w/ 6 sp automatic with FWD only, with a 2.4L engine. Maybe a few years down the road, Honda and various other mfg. may get the CVT that works. I will not buy a turbo little 4 cyl, either. Very happy with the Toyota, and mileage is about 20-25% better than my 2009 CRV.

[@starastronomer]

@@jimpie231 I agree, WHAT THE HELL do we need a turbo for? Well, they put in that lawnmower engine then need to up it with a turbo. Bad idea, I think. But I have to wonder if other companies will end up going this route with 4 cylinder engines in the future??? As to Honda's CVT transmissions, are they having problems with them? Now, I have gotten 37 MPG highway on my CR-V and even winter [cold] driving can get upwards of 28 MPG city. Been real happy with my fuel economy. An engineer buddy of mine from GM [can I say that and Honda at the same time :) ] says those ratings given by the cars computer are very accurate. The Toyota is probably quite a bit higher than a CR-V?

[@DH-mf2lv]

What year model did you say?

[@starastronomer]

Mine is a 2014.

[@kathmandun8749]

Is better to go underneath to replace that filter

[@Applegjg]

There appears to be another transmission filter. The part number is 25420-RXH-003. Do you know where it is located?

[@starastronomer]

Please see my pinned comment.

[@theaajourney9872]

no video seems to show the filter replacement and I can see why. It is quite an involved job, I will simply drain and fill and hope that will be enough to prolong the life of the transmission. Thanks!

[@starastronomer]

My video does show the filter change.

[@ohboy2592]

You will need to change the filter eventually. 60k I believe is what Honda suggests

[@ebravo1]

Did you ever get a shuddering or slipping of the transmission at around 2rpm while accelerating slowly? It seems that it's a common issue in 4th gen CR-Vs.

[@starastronomer]

No

[@nickmccain6598]

YES my parents have 110K and it started shuddering at around 25mph when they let off the gas and then go back on the gas. but so far after draining it and refilling it twice it seems to have gone away but we just did it. so not sure if it will come back or not.

[@aquafina8467]

My sis car also had this shuddering issue while accelerating at the same rpm I look on the web and sure enough many complains and there’s actually a service bulletin about it and that all you needed was a software update lol. So I just drained and filled the tranny fluid that seemed to resolve the issue. The vehicle had about 120k miles on it after about about 2~3 weeks of daily driving no complains from my sis and since I still had a few atf type h plus left I did another drain and filled just to get a more refined oil in the system. So yeah hope this helps if you are a DIY type

[@davidcox2197]

My last CRV had a glitch at slow rpms between 2nd and 3rd, I used amsoil signature series fluid, the glitch went away completely.

[@spiritseeker1932]

@@davidcox2197 and oil is worth the money! My pops used it for many years in his 1984 Toyota 1 ton. Over 300,000 miles on her and still runs and sounds like a new engine!

[@DH-mf2lv]

How often should the fluid be changed?

[@starastronomer]

Always go by what's in your owners manual.

[@DH-mf2lv]

What does your manual say?

[@oldkid7848]

@@DH-mf2lv every 15,000 miles

[@maschilling100]

Just a clarification. You keep saying ‘oil’ . This is transmission fluid. Correct?

[@starastronomer]

Correct, transmission oil.

[@neiss616]

When you say left tire, do you mean drivers side? It's not clear what you are saying

[@starastronomer]

Always as you sit in the car.

[@tecksiongkung7121]

did he just bent the hose from the cooler to the filter ?? 8:06

[@lorijohn101]

Did you notice changing the filter made any difference?

[@starastronomer]

None whatsoever.

[@lorijohn101]

@@starastronomer just picked up a filter for my 2012 civic with 274000 kms that has a transmission shutter. Was hoping thst with a new filter and a few drain and fills will help with that.

[@starastronomer]

With 170,255 miles on your vehicle have you changed the fluid before? I had no prior issues so changing the filter should not have made any difference. Your case may be different though. Can't hurt to change the oil and filter.

[@lorijohn101]

@@starastronomer thanks. Just got the car. Figured changing the filter won't hurt anything. Thanks for your input.

[@lynnappleford3857]

Why did you wait until you had 91,000 miles? Manufacture service intervals are much less. It isn't worth the risk to the transmission .

[@starastronomer]

Lynn Appleford While I agree I've had no issues. I change every year now no matter the miles and use the manufacturers recommended oil. However, I drive very conservatively 90% of the time. Most everyone I see drive like fools. Jackrabbit starts in my opinion putting undue wear on the trans and engine. They act like they are in the Indy 500.

[@eliseocortes0228]

Service dept dealer honda told me that the transmission oil in the crv 2013 are 4 quarts

[@JohnnyUtah9173]

They’re wrong

[@realname6586]

4th gen covers what years.

[@starastronomer]

2012 through 2016 I believe? Definitely check with your dealer. Also some years "may" be different? In 2015 Honda put the CVT (continuously variable transmission) in CR-V's.

[@sglenn6]

2012-2016 Honda CR-V (4th Generation) ...

[@leonardfedillaga]

This work and fluid cost $320😥😥

[@starastronomer]

leonard SERIOUS?

[@1HotLegendLS]

I hope you're not using DW-1 in a CVT

[@starastronomer]

@@donabele1243 Please review my video again and reread the trans oil bottle too.

[@dajjana19933]

Too subjective, but did shows accurately...

[@lrcreamer]

Put the car on ramps cold drains out three quarts fill three quarts do this every 30000 miles ... done not sure what is inside that round filter my quests just a mesh strainer no need to change

[@leonardfedillaga]

Install aem cold airintake boss✌✌ pretty awesome power plus horse power🐎🐎

[@rickscott5290]

There appears to be another transmission filter. The part number is 25420-RXH-003. Do you know where it is located?

[@starastronomer]

Please see my pinned comment.

[@astromechdroidr3-t597]

There appears to be another transmission filter. The part number is 25420-RXH-003. Do you know where it is located?

[@starastronomer]

Please see my pinned comment.

[@thorsal2758]

@@starastronomer where's is this said pin. I'm interested on following this.