Honda Civic (10th Gen) - Replace BOTH transmission filters and fluid

[@alexross8722]

Very thorough and detailed video for this procedure! It's easy to tell you have experience and a great work ethic and attention to detail. I really like the quick synopsis/summary at the beginning as it helps to review the procedure if one gets "stuck" during the job and makes it not necessary to search throughout the entire video! Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@itzdamien_334]

You just showed me how to swap my filter in the first 30 seconds thank you! I’ve already done a fluid flush before but barley learned I had a little filter there 😅

[@masood-tv]

My pleasure...there is one more filter inside the pan...and in the video.

[@itzdamien_334]

@@masood-tv yes I still watched all the way through thank you!

[@ernestovegarodriguez7276]

The dealer here in Puerto Rico only change the oil, not the filters, and they charge $130. Pretty much considering the prize of the oil itself and how easy it is just to drain it and then filling it. Thank you for showing how is really done!

[@masood-tv]

@@ernestovegarodriguez7276 thanks.

[@metzmatu8409]

Honda CVT filters are not routine maintenace items. Replace these filters every 100k km is good enough. Don't need to replace CVT filters every HCF-2 fluid change of 40k km/30k miles.

[@JDM28-t7k]

and who are you?​@@metzmatu8409

[@franchisefred4066]

@@metzmatu8409agree. I’d change it once every 75k miles depending on driving the car within 10 years

[@becktribe940]

A nice walkthrough with every detail noted. Excellent work!

[@masood-tv]

Thanks.

[@next4887]

Most watchable and most informative of this type of video on KZbin. Great job, Thank you!

[@masood-tv]

@next4887 Thanks a lot.

[@next4887]

I messed up thinking my 2018 Accord would take 5.3 quarts. Nope just 3.91 plus a bit more for the filters. When I took out the level bolt the fluid just keep coming. I spent quite a bit of time making sure the car was level but it just kept coming out. Finally I checked the number of quarts for an Accord and was quite relieved to know it was just ~4 quarts. There are a few other slight differences for the Accord. Still the best video out there.

[@masood-tv]

Thanks for letting us know.

[@vermontvermont9292]

Most excellent!

[@masood-tv]

Thank you.

[@mikethompson3534]

You do a thorough job of cleaning and assembling those parts unlike most shops are half ass and don’t even clean the residual dirty oil out of the pan those scum bag lazy ass shops but I have no choices since I am a retired mechanic with severe arthritis and unable to do these tasks myself

[@masood-tv]

Hey Mike - I get you. I have family and friends around your age and can sympathize. I would recommend searching online for local shops with great feedback from their customers...

[@mechanic7417]

I'm a retired aircraft mechanic when we disassembled something it was thoroughly cleaned. It had to be that way to find cracked sheet metal or other damage that might have been covered up because it wasn't clean.

[@mikethompson3534]

Yes those lazy ass mechanics even over filled my oil by a quart and I demanded he owes me a quart of expensive synthetic oil which I provided during my engine oil change he was not happy but I asked him him how much oil did he put in my car as my car holds just 4 quarts and I provided him with 5 quarts,these shops can’t even do a simple Oi change without messing things up🤬

[@mechanic7417]

Great video Honda dealer near me service manager said filters don't ever need to be changed. Sorry but not buying off on that. I bought a 2015 CRV AWD from a friend of mine he changed the transmission fluid every 25,000 miles and used Honda fluids but never changed the filters. Dealer convinced him it didn't need to be done. I have all Honda parts and fluids and will be changing it all out at 94,500 miles. I'll clean the MAF sensor while I'm at it.

[@masood-tv]

@@mechanic7417, thanks for taking the time to comment. Good plan!

[@rustymaximus9179]

I just did it and I think they are right. Just change the fluid regularly. You will regret changing that heat exchanger. That 3rd bolt was more than a little difficult.

[@masood-tv]

​@rustymaximus9179 , sorry to read you had difficulties with that bottom bolt. With the right sockets as I show in the video, it is really as easy to come out and go back in as the other two bolts...

[@jailatrobe6229]

Thank you so much for making this video I’ve been looking how to replace these filters and gaskets for ages and torque specs

[@masood-tv]

You are very welcome.

[@sidhumuktsarwala]

its one of the most detailed video very knowledgeable

[@masood-tv]

Thanks a lot, Sidhu.

[@Tynted]

Wow what a great video, thanks so much for making this! Couple of the other vids had me questioning whether I should do that warmer filter or not, but this made it very clear and easy

[@masood-tv]

@@Tynted wonderful. Thank you.

[@armandogutierrez7248]

Great video step by step how to remove or replace both filters top and bottom. thank you .

[@masood-tv]

Thank you, Armando.

[@metzmatu8409]

Every 100k km

[@dimssy634]

Amazing video. I always wondered how many bottles i need. You are very detailed. Thank you Masood

[@masood-tv]

Thanks a lot.

[@bktarch]

thank you for sharing. need to get on it right away. I put 100k miles on my 18 civic and just learned I need to go through this whole ordeal at every 30k miles. hope I didn't mess up the car yet :)

[@masood-tv]

You are welcome, better now than later...

[@corupptedkev6032]

Howd it go bro ? Im barely doing it at 70k and i got it at 30k w no idea if its ever even been done😭

[@OnlyzAvail]

This is literally me rn lol but I haven’t had any issues 🤝🏻🤝🏻

[@FrankDAmico-dr5dl]

Thanks for this information. Just changing fluid will do no good if it is not circulating because of plugged filters which I had no idea of. Greatly appreciated.

[@masood-tv]

You are welcome.

[@metzmatu8409]

Those filters does not need to be replace every CVT fluid change. Replace those filters every 100k km is a good call.

[@hotwater8473]

This job would be so nice if you had access to a lift like you did. Thanks for the detailed video! My next drain and fill interval I will be doing both filters.

[@masood-tv]

@hotwater8473 Thanks. For sure.

[@georgevalenzuela2489]

Great video, very informative and detailed, thank you so much!

[@masood-tv]

Thank you , sir.

[@concerned-nobodi]

did my 1st fluid change at 100k...i bought the car from a dealer used at 40k miles so i think it was drained & filled by the dealership once. I didnt realize i had CVT...I replaced the cylindrical filter at the heat exchange but left the strainer. I will replace it on the next fluid change. im thinking of doing another fluid change at 120k and then keeping up every 30k..

[@masood-tv]

Congrats!

[@kevinclause4p55p5]

Very helpful thanks!

[@bryancolin1272]

Can I replace the red filter on top without draining the transmission fluid? My filter is coming next week but I have the parts to change the oil pan filter and gasket along with the fluid. I want to make sure I can change the filter on top at a later time. Thank you man great video!

[@masood-tv]

Hi Bryan, yes, you can. Thx.

[@josephwilson595]

Thank you for showing a thorough and detailed process of doing the filter changes. What are the part numbers needed to do this job?

[@masood-tv]

@josephwilson595 thanks. I have them in the description, but plz verify using your VIN against a Honda website.

[@josephwilson595]

Thank you so much!

[@logangsimpson]

Thank you so much! This helps a ton!

[@masood-tv]

Thanks, Logan.

[@RicardoVillanueva-l4q]

ITS A PERFECT VIDEO THANK YOU

[@masood-tv]

Thanks, Ricardo.

[@taylorseng9918]

@masood I have a 2021 Honda CRV 1.5l turbo is the torque spec for the transmission cooler and the cut oil sump the same as the civic cause to me I think it’s the same engine and what is the torque spec for the oil sump and the transmission cooler housing

[@ROMEO-jr5dv]

Good video. Thanks for sharing the torque values. One question though... what is the size of the sockets used to take off the pan bolts, filter bolts and fluid level check bolt?

[@masood-tv]

@ROMEO-jr5dv ,thanks. It is best to have a metric socket set covering 7 to 27mm as a DYIer - generally speaking. I don't remember exactly, but I think 10 to 13mm...

[@raczyk]

Just swappen my CVT ATM oil, but I did not swap either of the fiilters out. 1. Does the service manual say anything about swapping the filters? Is the filter swap suggested by Honda, or this just extra maintenance that is optional? 2. Can I still go ahead and swap out the upper warmere-filter and two gaskets? Just don't want to drain out the new CVT fluid to remove the bottom ATM filter. Which filter doese most of the filtering, the one in the pan? Great video!

[@masood-tv]

Hi Razz, yes, the one in the pan does most of the filtering. Wait a couple thousand miles and do both. When you just drain, not all of the fluid drains out. A second one of the pan will freshen up your fluid pretty good. The filter is not expensive. From then on, replace both filters and fluid every 30k miles for sure.

[@metzmatu8409]

Honda service manual don't spell the CVT filters replacement as routine service. Replace these filters every 100k km is a good call, with the fluid replace every 40k km

[@abc123-d2t]

Thanks for showing you are awesome .

[@masood-tv]

Thanks a lot.

[@arthur140188]

Hi thanks for the video! can you share the maintenance manual for this gearbox?

[@masood-tv]

Hi Arthur, thx. I don't want to breach any laws. But, please search in Google, and you should be able to find it.

[@Joseloga0297]

Awesome video! Thank you very much. If i have the car on jack stands, is it okay to rev the engine at idle to bring it to running temperature? My car does not warm up to running temperature unless I drive it.

[@masood-tv]

Hi Jose, absolutely. Thanks.

[@metzmatu8409]

The manual do say that rev the engine at 3,000 rpm for about 5 minutes to speed up the engine warmup. Make sure gear un Park and brake on.

[@vermontvermont9292]

That's crazy, I've never had 5 quarts needed. I WISH I could get 5 out at a time. Normally I can drain about 4. Even on a level surface

[@biz4twobiz463]

Do you remove the transmission pan? If not, that is why it takes more than 5 quarts.

[@jedknutson8373]

does the civic and accord use the same cvt?? need the filters for my 2013 accord..

[@Jeff-ts4ht]

For Honda Civic ex-t 2017 is it the same of si model 16 foot torque wrench for change spark plug or is lower because I think i see vidéo they Said 13 or 14 foot

[@cemalkeles8903]

After adding 4 liters of CVT transmission oil from the top, starting the car, shifting to all gears, and then opening the excess oil drain plug on top, how much excess oil did you estimate to drain?how much liters?

[@masood-tv]

Hello, Cemal. I explain it starting at around 23:10 minutes of the video.

[@metzmatu8409]

Make sure the engine is off when checking gearbox fluid level on Honda cars. Not like other brand, that require engine running while checking CVF fluid level.

[@MarkContreras-r8d]

Is this process the same for an 11th gen civic? Or just 10? Thank you

[@vincedrake969]

Great vid thanks

[@masood-tv]

Thanks, Jean.

[@danielkishagrissom6910]

Will this be the same for the 2018 Honda Accord 1.5T? Thx.

[@vermontvermont9292]

Any 1.5t civic or accord. It's the same engine.

[@0xcontractor691]

Is this for a 2.0 engine or 1.5? The cvt are different

[@masood-tv]

Hello, it is 1.5L.

[@thebluepepsgaming455]

Is the filter inside the tranmission pan the same on the 1.5 and 2.0 hinda engines?

[@masood-tv]

Hello, I am pretty sure it is, but please check with your local honda dealership or online to verify part numbers.

[@mengtselai3818]

LEGEND

[@masood-tv]

You are very kind.

[@lifenz1]

Bro.. At the end of the video, shouldnt have wait till the check bolt stops dripping?

[@masood-tv]

Hi, no, that is just the right time.

[@Aetherna21]

You can replace the top cvt filter without draining it?

[@masood-tv]

Yes.

[@ОлегЯрошеня]

Здравствуйте, а при проверке уровня масла, двигатель должен работать или быть заглушен, и в P или N это делать? Спасибо.

[@masood-tv]

Hi, oil level is checked with the engine on. The gear can be in Park or Neutral. It doesn't matter.

[@metzmatu8409]

For Honda, the engine should be off when checking CVT fluid level. Mostly others car brand do need the engine on during CVT fluid level check. Gear at P or N with brake engaged, you want the car to move if you are checking level.

[@ОлегЯрошеня]

@@metzmatu8409 спасибо

[@giorgibukhaidze4698]

Hello, Can i replace small(upper) filter without oil drain? I have just replaced oil but forgot to change it.

[@masood-tv]

Hello Giorgi, yes, you can.

[@billballoo7881]

The gasket needs no adhesive on the pan?

[@masood-tv]

Hi Bill, no.

[@stephenjackson4392]

I like your slow processing of speech " Ahhhh ummm ahhhhh ummm Awwww ummmm so you turn the awww ummm ahhhhh ummm ahhhhh ummm screw lol Good video though showing how it's properly done. Dozens of videos do not show the right way but you do

[@masood-tv]

LOL. Thanks, man.

[@MarkContreras-r8d]

Is this process the same for an 11th gen civic? Or just 10th gen? Thank you

[@masood-tv]

The parts listed are good only thru 2021 model Civics...

[@sanderpena]

Will this be the same on 11th gen? I have a 24 civic with the 2.0.

[@masood-tv]

@sanderpena i haven't worked yet on a 24 model, but suspect it may not be very different if at all. You will have to go to a dealer parts website and ascertain the part numbers.

[@kevinstoyable]

Did you check the fluid level while the car is idling or off? Thanks in advance

[@masood-tv]

As it idles and reaches temp....np.

[@metzmatu8409]

Honda CVT fluid level check need to dine with engine OFF, after been warnup to operating temperature and cycle thru the gears. Level check of transmission fluid on honda with engine running is not correct.

[@tdwy3220]

dumb question - I have an ex-twhich is a manual mission. Does it also have 2 filters?

[@masood-tv]

I can't speak from experience, but i don't think the new Honda manual transmissions have any filters...perhaps something in-line but not sure.

[@ittrocks]

Hey I have the 2019 Honda civic 1.5L I’m trying to order all these parts the only issue I’m having is some websites say that 25420-5Lj-003 strainer assy is correct other websites it is not correct other websites like Honda parts now are saying it is not correct and that strainer assy 25420-5T0-003 is correct witch it over quadruple the price how can I know if the one you used will fit or do multiple fit any help is appreciated

[@masood-tv]

Hi, the part number i have in the description should work for you. However, I suggest you call a dealer near you, give them your VIN, and ascertain.

[@Kachalovmmm]

Hi! Tell me what the reason might be. My car has a mileage of 80,000 km. After changing the oil and filters, I drove 700 km. At some point, there were tremors and after 200 meters the car stopped. My CVT belt is torn. What could be the reason? Honda civic 2019

[@masood-tv]

Hi, heat and aggressive driving. Heat from low fluid level...

[@kevinclause4p55p5]

Now's the time to consider a CVT fix additive.

[@alfredov4938]

About how long did the whole process take?

[@masood-tv]

Dedicate 4hrs or so to it if you have never done this kind of work before...

[@dannyg2143]

What happens if I add extra oil and don't check the oil level?

[@masood-tv]

@@dannyg2143 Hi, less than minimum and more than maximum levels are both bad for your engine.

[@D8th_Comes_4U]

What is the gasket called exactly on the site ? For the pan ?

[@masood-tv]

Hi - I have all the parts and part numbers in the description.

[@brunostiglitz7535]

Obviously all fluids must be drained to perform doing the filter replacements above and in the trans sump…

[@isaac9441]

Hey Man great video thank you so much for all your information! I just have a few questions I just bought a brand new 2024 11th gen civic would you be able to do this same video for the 11th gen civic or is the procedure the same on the new generation? Also you refer to the Honda service manual a few times how did you get ahold of that manual Honda tells me it’s all online and they can’t give anyone access to it?

[@masood-tv]

Hi Isaac, thanks. I have not worked on a 24 yet, but my guess is that it should be the same. To find out, call a Honda dealership, give them the part numbers in the video and ask if they have them and if they fit your VIN#. I downloaded the manual a couple of years ago from the web. But I don't remember where I got it from, unfortunately.

[@sulin422]

Is same 2022-2024

[@MrSpudman32]

Hi will this filter and seals fit a 2022 Honda Civic cvc transmission? 2.0 motor? Anyone? Thanks?

[@mattschmitt2434]

The warmer filter, (top,) is same. The bottom filter is different for the 2.0.

[@markmulder4434]

Does any fluid come out when you take the filter out

[@markmulder4434]

The little top filter

[@masood-tv]

Hello Mark. No.

[@markmulder4434]

Thanks

[@noobwow2009]

Do you really need to replace the filters that early? I thought they can be replaced until 60K miles? 30K mile just drain and fill?

[@masood-tv]

You could defer filter replacements to every 60K...but the fluid on these CVT's have to be replaced every 30K miles.

[@Jeff-ts4ht]

Hi I just have question what torque wrench spec for Honda Civic ex-t 2017 lbs foot

[@masood-tv]

Hi Jeff, the torque values I give in this video apply to Civics from 2015 and up...

[@Jeff-ts4ht]

Spec for change spark plug for Honda Civic ex-t 2017 turbo with torque wrench

[@masood-tv]

@@Jeff-ts4ht 16 ft pd

[@binhtienlong9365]

Video rất hay cám ơn bạn rất nhiều

[@masood-tv]

Thank you, Binh.

[@RM80AR]

Is that the 1.5L engine or 2.0L

[@masood-tv]

1.5L.

[@EmCedeQui]

Hey man I broke 2 bolts, one of the filter that goes inside the pan and one that holds the pan. I put everything back together except those 2 bolts, now my car shuts off when stop the car. Any suggestions on what may happened and what should I do?

[@masood-tv]

Are half of the bolts stuck inside? You probably overtorqued or cross threaded them. There are ways to get them out. Search youtube for practical directions to get them out, then purchase new bolts from the dealer.

[@გიორგიაღდგომელაშვილი-ხ1ძ]

👍👍👏

[@masood-tv]

Thanks.

[@ideapowerfulweapon]

I don't think people should do this more than once if even that. At most you MIGHT argue 1 change of filters at 150Kish or something but it wasn't designed for frequent changes and people risk not sealing something up or some other mistake. If you clog those filters up with transmission debris, you got bigger problems.

[@masood-tv]

Hi Greg, CVT manufacturers recommend replacing the fluid every 30k miles.... However, your concern is noteworthy. This job has to be done properly and in clean environments.

[@nandojunior-gl3rg]

I agree. I bought my Civic brand new in 2016 and just now will do the transmission fluid/ filter change now with 90K miles and no issues so far.

[@masood-tv]

@@nandojunior-gl3rg Keep in mind please that you can make transmissions last a long time by not driving aggressively, driving without passengers, and mostly on straight roads. So, a lot depends on driving conditions, road slopes, and the load on the car. CVT exacerbates it all. The 30K mile fluid change is recommended by Honda - not me.

[@veryloudcrepes3956]

@@masood-tvI second your opinion, I’ve been changing my 2019 Honda civic’s cvt fluid every 30k miles and I’m about to hit 90k and do the filter change. Cvt is different then your regular automatic transmission, cvt gotta be babied or it will fail bad. Thank you for the tutorial on how to do the service properly, I didn’t even know there was a filter in the heat exchanger.

[@masood-tv]

@@veryloudcrepes3956 thanks.

[@JdmgjnFjahgks]

Hey man great video, getting a bit of bucking on my 2015 cvt, been thinking about tackling the strainer and the cvt warming filter +fluid change. How did the car handle after the change?

[@masood-tv]

Hi, thanks. Drove great afterwards.