Honda Accord V6 Automatic Transmission Fluid Service 1999 (1998-2002 Similar) (Drain and Fill)

In this video, I show you how to change the automatic transmission fluid on a 1999 Honda Accord with a V6 engine (J-series). These vary slightly from a four cylinder engine. This procedure should be similar for 1998-2002 models with a V6 engine (but exact fluid amounts may vary from year to year). The exact vehicle in this video is a 1999 Honda Accord EX V6.
This procedure is for V6 Accords with conventional automatic transmissions (NOT CVT). Accords with 4 cylinders, manual transmissions or CVTs will have a different procedure than the one shown on this video.
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[@ah6501]

I hear to fill it from the dipstick so you don’t take out the threads possibly when you loosen the top bolt to fill

[@TheShmeebitdog]

I was told by Honda they recommend ATF-ZL1 now

[@gruvgruv3077]

You got part number for bottom ring?

[@sitthirathpanyanouvong5187]

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[@benadams3244]

How do I get in touch with you?

[@Doobiesnackzyt]

My Honda accord 2000 almost has 400,000 miles! It runs AMAZING. I do all the work. No mechanic has touched it!

[@mikeflack1616]

Just the video I was looking for explained perfectly-will be doing my accord today 👍🏻👌

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you for the comment!

[@gunniemcphee4885]

The best how to video I've ever seen for car repair and maintenance. Thank you so much!

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks 👍!

[@misterjoey3384]

I was looking at the owners manual and it told me to remove the fill plug and im like "where tf is the fill plug?" Thanks for showing me, guy 👍

[@BigDog50001]

Glad it helped, thanks for the comment!

[@richardmorse8408]

Best video on changing transmission fluid in a Honda Accord V6 on KZbin. Had my 1998 done in September 2019 by shop who rebuilt trans in 2016. After multiple fluid level checks found it was 3/8" above full mark. I went back to shop and was told not to worry about the overfill as it was a myth. I found out that they use after market fluid and not Honda DW-1. After the rebuild this fluid turned black and the shift quality was appalling. Had 2 drain and fills done in 2018 which helped but there was an engine vibration. Found that front motor mount broken when replacing the timing belt in Sept 2019. Not confident I'm up to changing it myself so going to Dealer to have a drain and fill. Thanks for all your videos.

[@BigDog50001]

I appreciate the comment, thanks!

[@crickle47]

Thank you for doing it correctly. Honda's are different, as to how you check the fluid level. Engine OFF.

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the comment.

[@mariolewin7137]

Smart man to break the fill plug loose 1st.👌 Those things are always super tight too!

[@T82ravdaman]

Thanks for the thoroughness and clarity of everything. I got mine done. Easy work. Similar to the way i drained and filled my MDX fluid.

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you, I appreciate the comment!

[@manzanares303repn6]

One of the best DIY videos out there. Very thorough. Thank you!

[@SooperToober]

Thanks - you’re so methodical and meticulous - if only all my prof’s were as good as you 🎉

[@officialeanthezero]

Just saved me so much money thank you for you’re help the dealership was trying to charge me a fortune.

[@BigDog50001]

Glad to help!

[@ryansuttles7842]

Ive seen a lot of videos. I like your videos cuz of no wasted time and u show/describe all you are doing. Besides nothing about the filter even though I already know there is no filter, there is no pan. Thank you.

[@BigDog50001]

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[@danithaman4610]

This channel should have way more subscribers

[@BigDog50001]

Dani The man I'm working on it!

[@thessentialnetwork]

Thank you for your post big Dog50001! My 2000 Accord v6 now has clean ATF because of your video. Clear and to the point video! AWESOME!

[@BigDog50001]

Glad it helped, thanks for the comment!

[@thessentialnetwork]

@@BigDog50001 You bet! Thanks again!

[@benjaminoller8765]

Great video! Love having every little detail. I've been changing my oil and been angry about not having a jackpoint on the front, turns out it just didn't know where it was.

[@BigDog50001]

Glad it helped!

[@joederochemont6219]

Great video sir. Going to be doing this to my step daughters Accord. Used the part #'s you provided which led me right to said part. Thank you very much for making this video.

[@BigDog50001]

I appreciate the comment, thanks!

[@rudymunoz901]

Thank you for sharing. I remember seeing this video before but I didn't leave a comment or a thank you. ( Not sign in at the time to YT) Needed to come back to it to remember the torque and part numbers. Again; Thank you.

[@BigDog50001]

Glad it helped, thanks!

[@ballhawk387]

Excellent! I only had to watch a few brief segments and it clarified what the haynes manual didn't.

[@BigDog50001]

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[@granthoyer7136]

Thank you so much! That was very clear and detailed

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the comment!

[@fqn3]

Very thorough and complete. I love it.

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you, I appreciate the comment!

[@jeremygirtz3254]

Good job showing how it's done! Interstate batteries are the best battery in the whole world mine is 10 yrs old an still starts my truck at 26 below zero

[@BigDog50001]

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[@judiestein2856]

Thank you. Very informative 👏 video! I don't & will never own tools as cool as yours. Taking this to the dealership & paying premium $$. But I'll get free coffee & stare into their beautiful aquarium while I wait.

[@flubmooseballs]

Great video. Just what I needed. Thank you.

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks, glad it helped!

[@WadeMcLure]

Awesome! Very informative... I have an 02 Accord V6, this looks MUCH easier than my 7-Series BMW! If I can change that ATF, then this one should be no problem...

[@BigDog50001]

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[@arthurfricchione8119]

Love your Honda videos

[@BigDog50001]

Arthur Fricchione Thanks!

[@mewzishun]

Lots of great information. Thanks!

[@BigDog50001]

I appreciate the comment, thank you!

[@rudielopez5863]

Great video. Please make more !

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks!

[@JulioPerez-wc3ww]

Exceptional well done. Thank you

[@whatuptunes2197]

Great video perfect n clear I have the same car but my problem is wit n exhaust leak and an O2 sensor

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the comment!

[@Himmy140]

TOO COOL MY FRIEND! I"M A SELF FIXER FOR YEARS! 00 ACCORD WITH 245K

[@BigDog50001]

I appreciate the comment!

[@SilkCityOG]

2000 Accord 262k💪🏼

[@kesando84]

Original Transmission? I’m at about 97k on my 98 EX V6

[@diamondbelaughing9558]

@@kesando84 got 145k with original tranmission

[@NicsElectronics]

110k for the 1st trans to die 💪😅 Pre-owned one drives nice though. Got it from Aamco 🤔

[@billjames7499]

You make great videos, thank you

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks 👍!

[@RegisReplacement]

Good, concise and clear video. Well done. I have same vehicle but 1998. How have you kept your rims looking so good or have you replaced them? Mine have deteriorated around circumference where tire sits. Also how have you kept your engine compartment looking so clean? Thanks

[@terrallputnam7979]

I need to service my 2000 V-6 Accord transmission ASAP. Thanks!!!

[@hayden8667]

Thank you so much. Very helpful

[@BigDog50001]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nonamefounder]

Good vid big dog.

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you!

[@shaheryar_iqbal]

Precise and to the point tutorial

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the comment!

[@iMotoTactic00L]

good work bud!!

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you!

[@daverepole9283]

Absolutely fantastic video my friend. I'm so confident of doing it myself. Thank you.

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the comment!

[@aaronabner4317]

Transmission fluid changes are very important for the early 2000 Honda Accords particularly the 6 cylinder EX. Transmission failure has abeen a huge problem for the Accord & several other Honda models all through the early 2000s model years. Honda extended the tranmsission warrant to 93 months/109 k miles for the 2000-2001 Accord as a class action lawsuit settlement but others model years are SOL. So, if you were unlucky enough to buy one change your transmission fluid every 30,000 miles. A lot cheaper than replacing the old transmission.

[@aaronabner4317]

Thanks for showing me the drain plug for the EX transmission. Saved a lot of time.

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the comments!

[@aaronabner4317]

@@BigDog50001 My only potential issue is unbolting the transmission dip stick tube from the block looks like it maybe difficult to get the bolt off.

[@lilinramos6760]

Excellent video thanks

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the comment!

[@losolongway5741]

Very clean job

[@BigDog50001]

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[@MrStinky2011]

Thanks for this.

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the comment!

[@luisfranco2419]

Thank you so much

[@Havanorange]

That's a beautiful car.

[@BigDog50001]

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[@eltoledo86]

Great video

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you, I appreciate the comment!

[@andrewsanchez2458]

Thank you bro 😎

[@zekeaguilera9413]

He wasn’t lying about the bolt being on there😂

[@BigDog50001]

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[@christianmedellin6266]

Exelent tutorial 👌🏾👌🏾

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks!

[@faithmorales4086]

Thank you sir

[@diulaylomochohai]

Top Dog video !!!

[@BigDog50001]

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[@pedrobrun9]

Thank you.

[@BigDog50001]

No problem 👍!

[@George1mac]

Down after some surgery and watching videos....glad to find your channel...just subscribed....we have a 2001 accord that is starting to clunk when shifting down to go up the driveway. Do you use any additives for the clunk such as Lucas or others, or will this be a drop down of the transmission? Many thanks!!

[@BigDog50001]

Welcome aboard! I do not use anything except Honda transmission fluid. If I had the vehicle, I would probably do a drain and fill and see if there is any difference.

[@TotalMusicJunkie]

Thanks for the clear and concise video of how to do this. I was going to do it myself, but don't have all of the tools to do it and I need it to be done right away. What are your thoughts about using Castrol High Mileage Transmission fluid?

[@BigDog50001]

I don't recommend using anything but Honda transmission fluid in Honda transmissions. Thanks for the comment!

[@nohookshot9977]

Great video. I'm curious, do these j30 engines have transmission filters? I know a lot of v6 acuras/hondas have auto transmission filters that can be cleaned/replaced. Curious if ours do too.

[@friendshipauto8241]

thanks for the video: however a close up of the dip stick would have provided better clarity... if you look at the dip stick there is a marker hole way up the dip stick, some novice fluid checker may have trouble identifying the correct marks on the stick..

[@jessemoreno9250]

What torque wrench do you use my friend I also use alot of the tools you use in the discription

[@reneagadediva67]

I have this exact same car color and all my power steering is on the fritz have tutorials on this it’s the main pressure line hose to the power steering pump btw mines a v 6

[@noelmion9903]

I have replaced the powersteering pressure hose on my 2 accords i recommend rockauto for the parts

[@richardmorse8408]

I have a 98 Accord V6 with a rebuilt transmission done it 2016. I learned the shop refilled it with Dexron fluid. I'd like to switch to Honda DW1 as recommended. It's not slipping but the shift quality could be better. I have been doing a drain and fill once a year at the shop. Would it be logical to have the Dealer do a drain and fill and repeat this once a year or just live with it? I don't feel up to doing 3 in a row myself but would like to use the DW1. Thanks for your videos they are the best!

[@EpicSnak3]

You can also use idemitsu atf type H plus.. as idemitsu is the brand that makes honda genuine dw-1 transmission fluid

[@Busyricky]

Could I damage the transmission if I used a shop-vac to get any extra fluid out after draining?

[@mrnatnatwarlal1972]

Thank you sir - for another excellent video. I have a 2006 Honda Accord V6 Ex. Is there a transmission oil filters for Honda cars?

[@eljeffe8806]

The 3rd gen (2004-2008) Acura TL, 3.2L V6 has an ATF filter. It is in a round chamber built into the top of the transmission case between the fill plug and the left wheelwell. There is a black tube attached to the cap of the chamber to return fluid to the transmission. Check that area of your Honda V6. Yes change that also at least every 50k miles. Mine was not changed since new and at 160K and 19-years old, the filter was filthy and falling apart. Do a search on YT for those videos before you poke around under your hood and remove the air cleaner box.

[@RegisReplacement]

Great job on both video and commenting and thanks for torque specs. I have a 98 sedan v6 automatic and for 4 years have been experiencing tranny issue which is annoying. When vehicle shifts up from 1 to 2 it grabs slightly with small delay sometimes. Winter seems more obvious grab feel. Does not do that when slowing down. I did check 3 filters in transmission shift solenoid that sits below and near the battery and has the 2 connectors. I was hoping those filters were clogged. No luck, clean as a whistle. I have changed tranny fluid a couple of times. There was some metal parts on bolt but nothing what I would call significant. I noticed if sitting idle and when shifting the transmission manually thru gears it clunks, like a jolt when shifting into 2 either way from 3 or 1. The others are pretty smooth. Any insight? Do you think it could be a gear solenoid or torque solenoid that is outside the transmission or do you think its internal? It started about 225k and now have about 250k. Thanks, Michael

[@BigDog50001]

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[@rigobertoelectricista3011]

Good vidio

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks!

[@erhanelgun2302]

nice video. I have a 2004 civic with 4 speed automatic transmission. How is the transmission oil level checked? Is it the same procedure as you explained at the end of the video?

[@BigDog50001]

Yes the ATF is checked the same way on most Hondas with conventional automatic transmission including a 2004 Civic. Engine warmed up to operating temp, level ground, shut car off and check 60-90 seconds after shutting off engine.

[@BigDog50001]

Oh, and thank you for the comment!

[@erhanelgun2302]

@@BigDog50001Is the ATF level must between the cross heched area on the dipstic or above the area?

[@sglenn6]

Great video! I own a 2006 Honda Pilot with 240,000 miles on it. I have no idea if the transmission fluid was ever changed. Would you recommend changing it at this point?

[@BigDog50001]

I can't tell you what to do but if I bought a car like that I generally will do one drain and fill and re-access how it is doing. Older transmissions can always have issues when a new service is performed but Hondas are a bit different in that only a portion of the fluid is changed so it is less of a shock to the system.

[@binh373]

Great Video Big Dog. I have a 2014 Accord Sport coming up on 60K miles. I believe it is due for transmission fluid change. Is replacing transmission fluid for a CVT doable for a person who hasn’t done their own maintenance or should i let my local honda dealership do it? Thanks for your response in advance!

[@BigDog50001]

The service procedure on many Honda CVTs isn't really any easier or harder than what I showed in this video, just different fluid and slightly different steps.

[@binh373]

Big Dog50001 Automotive thanks for the reply!

[@1slwgto]

I have a 01 V6 accord Automatic. Im having trouble with the transmission not wanting to downshift itself back to 1st. I have to stop for about 10 seconds before it does it. Also once it does go into 1st, I have to be really gentle and let off the gas in between gears otherwise it'll rev up and shift hard. PLEASE HELP

[@SilkCityOG]

Is the Honda ATF synthetic? I see people use different brands instead of Honda. I have the same car same color (2000) with 262k and I'm getting a slight whining sound at 55mph. I had it drained at the dealer last summer. What's your thoughts and recommendations? Great detailed video too💪🏼

[@BigDog50001]

I only recommend using Honda ATF in Hondas. Thanks for the comment!

[@marcbeebee6969]

I like your channel. If I would live near you I would come by once a week to share a coffee and talk about cars. ---- Also you would tell me to use Honda Oil and I would start talking german with you to convince you to use castrol. haha. just kidding in that league of oils they are all very good

[@BigDog50001]

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[@OGTwIzTd813]

So I have have question. When I change the oil I will run a quart through to flush out any anything in the engine before I put the drain plug back on. I've heard mechanics say to change transition oil could losses some debris from the transmission and cause more problems. My question is, would it hurt to run a quart of fluid thru it and flush loose debris out before putting the plug back in, hurt the transmission? Note...I have a 2000 Honda accord ex 3.0.

[@officialyungtwizted3858]

Which hole should the fluid be at the 1st hole or second hole

[@MegaAngelpower]

Good job...I think i can do that...where did you get the oil from? Never mind i got it..thank you.

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you for the comment!

[@aaronbinder6903]

Great video man thanks!! I have a question? I have a 2000 Accord v6 I'm having problems with it not shifting right. Does anyone know if there's a trans filter or screen and where it's located? Thanks in advance. Aaron

[@sky12108]

Honda made lifetime trans filters for 6th gen. You’ll have to drop tranny and crack case to even get to it. Not even worth changing IMO.

[@aavneetsingh9771]

Nice job done enjoyed it. Just wanna check with u. I have V6 2007 AND I am having a problem with the power stearing fluid being leaked often. How to fix that. There I always a sound coming from the power stearing wheel whenever I turn it ... Kindly help will appreciate it

[@BigDog50001]

I would do visual inspection and try to locate leak. O-rings at pump, power steering hoses, pump and rack can all leak over time. I only recommend using Honda Power Steering Fluid too. Thanks for the comment!

[@bgundogdu9422]

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[@BigDog50001]

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[@manwellon146]

Great video, is it the same with 3.5 liter engines (2017)

[@BigDog50001]

Yes very similar, Honda has not changed the V6 engine design very much. I believe the capacity on those 2017 3.5L V6 Accords should be 3.3 US quarts of Honda ATF-DW1. Thanks for the comment!

[@dekideki9519]

On Honda accord 3.5 v6 is 3.5 US quarts or 3.3 liters!!!

[@truejey7475]

Another good video 👍 Is it necessary to do the flush 3 times ? Like the honda manual book says? Thanks again

[@BigDog50001]

Is it necessary? That is up for debate. If I buy a used car that has not been taken care of I will do one drain and fill and access the fluid. If it needs it done again I will typically wait until the next oil change and then I will do it again and re-access. If the car is new, or I know the history, I do one drain and fill every 30,000 miles. Thanks for the comment!

[@truejey7475]

@@BigDog50001 thanks

[@robertfrye7764]

Great video. My question is about changing the trans fluid on an Accord V6 with 117,000 Miles without knowing whether or not it has ever been changed. Is it ok to change brown fluid that has never been changed? I always thought that would be great for it but I've read different.

[@BigDog50001]

It is possible to cause problems if it has never been serviced, but that is more common on older cars where ALL of the ATF was changed at service. For these Hondas, only about 1/3 of the fluid (give or take a little) is changed during a normal service and I have not seen any issues servicing the ATF on Hondas that have gone for a long time without service. Thanks for the comment!

[@briansmith6854]

My 2002 Accord V6 3.0L has 260.000 miles, changed and working great! 👍

[@montelee5106]

I was wandering if you are really getting all the old oil by only letting it come to a drip wouldn't there be some left in the trans cooler lines some in the torque converter or is that little bit even matter?

[@BigDog50001]

It does not matter. The entire transmission holds over 7 quarts of fluid, so this procedure does not even get half of it out. This is why regular maintenance is important.

[@thecarman3693]

I see this happen on so many videos ... Yes, please put chocks fore and aft to each rear wheel when jacking up the front of the car ... but do NOT apply the hand brake until the car is fully lifted. Otherwise you will be rotating the rear wheels with the brake fully engaged. Not good. Please apply the brake after the car is up and release it prior to lowering the car. Then re-apply the brake prior to removing the chocks. Otherwise, great video! (Also, I think you mean 'Convex', not Concave.)

[@BigDog50001]

It is not going to hurt the parking brake system but thanks for the input.

[@jonjonsquad]

Lmao this comment is right up there with checking your blinker fluid and radiator springs.

[@thecarman3693]

@@jonjonsquad Reactions like this is why I do most of my own maintenance on my cars. Running after 30 and 35 years respectively; 1991 Integra, 1985 300z Turbo. (Sorry if I hurt your brain.)

[@johnp7790]

i got a 2002 Honda accord v6 i have a longer transmission fluid dipstick its got one hole near the bottom end and another near it, and another hole all the way near the end of the handle. how do i check the level in this case? thanks

[@BigDog50001]

Some models have 2 dots (holes) near bottom of ATF dipstick instead of hash lines (ATF dipsticks should have a yellow handle). The holes are only about 1/3 inch apart. The ATF level should be between those two holes after the vehicle is warmed up and then turned off for approx. 90 seconds. Ignore the hole in the dipstick that is a few inches up closer to the seal.

[@zunySSBM]

Where is the transmission fluid filter on this year,model and trim??

[@unebonnevie]

2.6 QUARTS for *FOUR* cylinder Honda Accords, at least for my 2001 Honda Accord LX4. Check the user manual!

[@keaaul808]

I have the same car. Doesn’t it have a transmission filter? If so, where/how to change? Thanks!

[@BigDog50001]

The transmission has a strainer but it not a normal service item.

[@yausaptheshasuabary180]

Would you recommend changing the trans oil filter when doing this job?

[@BigDog50001]

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[@blessedindividual9877]

How you know if fluid bad ... solenoid bad or trans bad

[@trouts4444]

A 6 cylinder has about 7 quarts of fluid. Only about three quarts can be drained through the plug. If you drain three quarts and replace three you have diluted the 7 quarts by a little less than half so have of the old transmission fluid left in the transmission. You have to do a 3 quart drain three times to reduce the old fluid enough to be considered a "full change" of transmission fluid.

[@BigDog50001]

The V6 in this video holds 7.6 US quarts to be exact. 3 drain and fills will get most of the old ATF out, anything after that and is draining mostly new fluid. I usually mention that 3 drain and fills are needed if you want to get most of the fluid out, I guess maybe I didn't say it in this video. That being said, I usually recommend 1 drain and fill every 30,000 miles to keep these Hondas going. Thanks for the input!

[@trouts4444]

Is it knowng that the fluid above the 3 lower quarts that drained is fluid that retains the qualities of new transmission fluid. I'm not arguing with you but it seems to me that a three quart change is only a change by about half versus leaving good fluid at the top in. A fluid sitting for a long time is called tanking which you probably know. Tanking used motor oil for months does not work . Tanking linseed oil does work and done for months and years at times. I had my trans fluid changed this week. I drove in and within 10 minutes the guy was draining the fluid. I doubt that time was long enough to let the fluid separate into 3 bad quarts at the bottom and the remaining fluid fine. Besides the remaining fluid is not in the same pool as the 3 quarts. It does not drain as it is in different locations that can't drain.

[@user-ds4fe9zo9w]

My Honda Accord has 173 thousand on it and I start feeling the second gear jerks, so I don’t think anybody ever change transmission oil on it. Thinking to do it tomorrow, do you think it would fix the problem?

[@sakurojason]

It could fix the problem. Imma bring mine to the Honda dealer and let him do that. I just needed to know how to do it, if I ever wanna do it myself.

[@patrickrhodes8227]

Does this Honda have a transmission filter?

[@expsterm1]

How often should you service your transmission on your Honda?

[@BigDog50001]

The best information is in the owner's manual of course and you can't go wrong with that. That being said, I recommend at least one drain and fill every 30,000 miles.

[@robertg9362]

I replaced my transmission with a junk yard trans. My only issue is I managed to strip the inside of the drain bolt. I’ve since heated it and tried pliers and cutting it a little to use a hammer and chisel. I cannot get this drain plug off. Would you have suggestions?

[@BigDog50001]

That is not fun, and any of the techniques I mention can do damage to the transmission. It is very tight in there but sometimes you can get a pipe wrench on outside of bolt and use a cheater bar for leverage to get them off (pipe wrenches are good at grabbing round surfaces). Damaged bolt/nut removal sockets made for removing damaged fasteners can sometimes fit in there too. I would take a center punch and (gently) tap the center of bolt with hammer to try and break bond between bolt and transmission. Another technique (which you appear to have tried) is an air or regular hammer and some kind of chisel or possibly a center punch to catch edge of bolt and work it loose (but this option is risking and could easily damage the transmission if not careful!). If those fail then drilling/EZ out/tapping are usually what follows. Good luck!

[@EpicSnak3]

So to check this transmission properly, the car has to have been driven, but the engine haaas to be off to check correct? Cause im being told to check it the engine has to be running while youre pulling the dipstick.. so do i check it with the engine warmed and off? Or leave it on while checking

[@papo862]

When ever you finish a trip anywhere soon as you turn off car go check the fluid

[@whatuptunes2197]

Have any other video on the same car mine says just about the same miles

[@BigDog50001]

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[@zocho09]

You have 232000 miles on your Honda accord.Did you rebuild your transmission?My 2001 Honda accord ex v6 has 156 000 miles.Since transmission fluid is cheap and many accords had transmission problems, i change the transmission fluid every 15000 miles. So far the transmission is fine. i am the original owner and i am happy that this model is still OK. I think I am riding on borrowed time I will be happy if it can last couple of more years.

[@BigDog50001]

That is not my vehicle but the owner has had it for a long time and has taken very good care of it. Changing the transmission fluid goes a long way in keeping these older Hondas on the road. There is a good chance you can go at least another 100,000 miles by taking care of it.

[@HM-fn2xe]

I have a 2001 v6 accord with 98000 miles on the clock. I think it’s the original fluid in it. Do you recommend I change the fluid for the first time with that many miles on it?

[@DonVerchi700as]

Yes. Honda fluid only.

[@NYC-2-BKK]

Thank you so much for this! I have a 01 Accord V6 sedan. The transmission was rebuilt once but whoever did it did a sloppy job. My transmission now leaks fluid and I'm not sure where its coming from...it could be the seals or maybe they didn't tighten the drain plug to spec, but in the meantime I can drive my car around.

[@BigDog50001]

500AtTheWheels Glad to hear it helped you out.

[@NYC-2-BKK]

Just an update I had my transmission rebuilt again for the second time. Upon inspecting the fluid levels I notice that the fluid level is way above the top mark when the engine is fully cold....is this ok ? If not can I siphon out the excess fluid thru the fill plug?

[@Sordoarizona]

Is there other ATF I can use for 2002 honda accord ex 3.0l instead of use expensive honda atf dw-1? Other ATF such Castrol is it acceptable for honda? If so what exact name should I look at Castrol? Also, is there any way I can change transmission filter?

[@BigDog50001]

Sordoarizona I don't recommend ATF fluids other than Honda. This vehicle does have a strainer but it is not a normal service item.

[@ManuelFlores-gq9yy]

I wouldn't use anything else but Honda transmission oil. The few dollars you are going to save buying a non-Honda product is not worth the worry and a new transmission. You only change the transmission oil every 60K miles, give or take a few miles, depending on the Honda model you drive, and the expense is not so excessive not to use only Honda oil.

[@302diamondstate7]

I have done 2 drain and refills with Valvoline Maxlife atf dex/merc and have been driving for 6k trouble free miles so far. Its costs me $ 7.49 a quart

[@BobiPhettOfficial]

Hm. Last time I was told by a honda mechanic, the v6 needs 2.5 quarts not 3.1