How to: 2001 - 2005 Honda Civic Automatic Transmission INSTALL

[@yuisko]

Watched the removal video and this. I really appreciate you making this video. I feel confident in replacing the transmission in my 03 Civic now and will use both videos step by step.

[@hondaresource]

Great news, this is EXACTLY why I put to much effort in to making these

[@HinduPasific]

Did you do it bro? I'm right now in the making of pulling the tranny out. So far pretty easy

[@yuisko]

@@HinduPasific I did end up doing it and the replacement was a success. Ended up selling it late last year a few months after.

[@HinduPasific]

​@@yuiskovery good bro! Doing mine in my back yard using some bricks and jacks cuz I have no lift xd😅

[@bro918]

@@HinduPasific 2 months later... how did it go??

[@almightyark8403]

Hey man, I just wanted to thank you for making these videos. You helped someone who did nothing but spark plugs and oil changes do a transmission replacement. The car is on the road and shifts smooth as butter. Longest part was finding a decent transmission for a decent price. Managed to find one for $675 with 160k miles on it. So lets hope to get another 100k out of her, and perhaps avoiding Jiffy Lube will make the thing last a bit longer this time. Still got a few kinks to sort out, such as the gear shifter sort of "Gliding" into place and not clicking like it should. But other than that, every bolt and nut seems to have found a home. Thanks man, I appreciate you and I'm sure I speak for most

[@hondaresource]

That's exactly why I make these video's. I wouldn't be where I am today without someone's help, I'm just paying it forward!

[@cm1133]

@@hondaresource damn, remind me to buy you a beer. I love when people are grateful and pay it forward. Gratitude is what us severely lacking in today’s world. I owe all my car repair knowledge to Chris Fix. That dude is who gave me the courage and skill to begin doing my own maintenance Alf repair. Chris Fix seems like a real good dude too. I hope I’m right!

[@mattpaseler432]

I took out my trans and installed it.. the fact you show what bolt it is and where it goes is so fucking helpful I did it off ciderblocks on the side of the road while watching 4 kids under 7 one being less then a year old

[@hondaresource]

Awesome! I'm glad you found it helpful

[@ChristopherJames24]

Just dropped the transmission in my son's 2003 Civic EX thanks to your video. Thanks!!✌️

[@hondaresource]

Awesome

[@cathydiaz9549]

You are a lifesaver! Thank you for taking the time to create this video !!

[@hondaresource]

Glad to help!

[@ryleydyck60]

I got my tranny out yesterday and now installing it tomorrow. Thank you for these videos there a life saver

[@hondaresource]

Best of luck

[@clinkerclint]

Man, thanks so much! I'm going to be replacing the trans in my daughter's 01 LX very soon and this is exactly what I needed. Thanks again!

[@HinduPasific]

K really cannot express how grateful I am for this video and for the removal one. I did it myself using bricks and menual jacks 😅 thank you so ao much One question, is there a thing called subframe alignment on that honda?😊

[@hondaresource]

you're welcome. Subframe doesn't have any adjustment. It's just where it's at.

[@HinduPasific]

Youre a king! do you have instegram? I would love to send you photos of the work "we" did :) Your videos are amazing ! @@hondaresource

[@floydashleymiles6560]

Very helpful about to do a transmission swap on my daughters first car will be my first front wheel drive transmission swap ever

[@hondaresource]

Good luck!

[@TheFVBIO]

When you get the 8 torque converter bolts on, am I supposed to move the crankshaft clockwise or do you just leave it?

[@kitten_crazyyy]

The face you made after saying, “We’ll pick it up tomorrow “ 😂 Great job, and thank you for the video!

[@rrtaylor52]

I have the same car and my dip stick was super loose The tape I tried didn't stick well and I used a piece of 1 inch and a half heat shrink tubing Now that is tight as heck and will never fall off in the trans J.s.

[@AndyJason-g6f]

Where can I find the screw for the top piece of the short pipe before you put the starter in ?

[@SnackyPaper]

I just followed these guides and they were great. What isn’t great is that my replacement is worse than the one I had to start with. Now I’ve got to do it again! D17 autos are junk!

[@mauriciomunoz3904]

I followed this to replace the transmission in my sisters car, i am having a small problem where the shifter doesn't match with what the dash is saying and it wont let me eject the key. I have also tried adjusting the shifter linkage at the handle and that hasnt helped. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@alexgonzalez7395]

Mine just slips from start and motor revs up . Feel it kind of grabbing but not really. Fluid is level . So does this mean I need to swap it. Is it internal damage.

[@sadipup3472]

Your video/tutorial are excellent! Thank you very much for your time you put into making these videos. I follow your removal video to the tee and it definitely made the job easier. I do have one question prior to the install. When I placed the torque converter onto the shaft and seated it into position the back of the torque converter touches/strikes the back of the housing roughly round the 4 o'clock position about the size of a dime area - hand spinning. Is this something to be concern about or will it go away once the torque converter is attached to the flex plate for correct spacing? Thank you for any input you can provide.

[@hondaresource]

Once it bolts to the flex plate, it pulls it out just a smidge

[@ryanstyles3215]

How did you get your transmission to line back up? I managed to get one of the bolts towards the front of the car in and the transmission mount back in place but I still have a gap at the back of the transmission

[@hondaresource]

I usually get one bolt to start, then jack up or down on the trans to get one one the opposite side to start.

[@juanlima1165]

Hey little help please, I opened up the top screw 17 mm of my 2003 Honda Civic instead of using the draining stick hole, story short I broke half the 17 mm hole I wonder could I grind the hole make it flat again without ruining the transmission?

[@enriquemunoz5188]

¡Gracias!

[@davidvuchetich3045]

Very slick and informative....trying to avoid R/R....may I ask a diagnostic? 02 Civic EX 167k...engine cold tranny shifts fine....when warm :no go.....I drained and refilled x 2 ....same problem...any value in replacing shift or converter sensors...OR running a solvent i.e.: SEAFOAM/Kerosene and then drain and refill several more times? I'm just having a hard time believing when cold it shifts and when hot it doesn't. Thank you for ur work....it's inspiring.

[@hondaresource]

Probably bad clutches. When the fluid gets warmer and thins out the clutches are more prone to slipping

[@davidvuchetich3045]

@@hondaresource Bummer....lol I'll try new fluids and magic lucas a few times b4 i get krakra and do an R/R but really appreciate ur vids!!

[@alexsissantiago3229]

were is the filter from a honda civic dx 2002 i cant see were is located any help

[@hondaresource]

Trans filter is internal. No way to change it without rebuilding the trans

[@DominicNelson-r9p]

My transmission is making noise and my car shows in park and drive on the dash at the same time and it won’t move only moves when the engine is cold do I need a transmission?

[@hondaresource]

Sounds like you need a transmission

[@joseph_9640]

Would it be the same for a hybrid civic ?

[@hondaresource]

No. Completely different drivetrain

[@carloscavallini6605]

How many quarts of fluid after i swapped the transmission

[@hondaresource]

A drain and fill is typically 3.5 quarts but if some got spilled out of the torque converter while it was apart, it may take more. Also it may take less if the fluid wasn't draining.

[@tonylugo9]

When taking the transmission out do you leave the car in park or neutral with the shift linkage

[@adrianmendez6424]

Should the torque converter always spin freely by hand? The new (used) trans I put it doesn’t spin once attached to the engine. I spun it freely to install the converter bolts before snugging the bell house bolts to the block. Is this normal? First time replacing a trans … these videos are awesome. Any feedback much appreciated.

[@hondaresource]

Can you turn the engine at the crank pulley?

[@adrianmendez6424]

@@hondaresource nope… it spun freely before the bell house bolts brought them together. Can’t turn the crank pulley now that it’s back together

[@adrianmendez6424]

@@hondaresource got it all situated for any others who may run into this. torque converter wasn’t seated all the way… it must’ve slid out when I was installing it the first time. Had to separate and drop trans again to reseat it and now everything spins freely! Thanks again for these videos 👍👍👍

[@adamyost1037]

Really appreciate you taking your time to do this! It was easy to follow along. After the install though, I can't get the car to go into reverse. I know for sure that drive and park work. Any ideas what could have happened? It is a remanufactured transmission from AutoZone

[@hondaresource]

I'm not sure

[@jailolz]

Hell no get AutoZone to warranty it out

[@pcdetail602]

I'm trying to turn my flexplate to put the bolts and is stuck, it won't turn. What should I do ?

[@hondaresource]

loosen the bolts that hold the transmission to the engine about 1/4 inch then try. Sounds like the torque converter isnt properly mated to the flex plate

[@pcdetail602]

@@hondaresource thank you for the information bud 🙏

[@pcdetail602]

@@hondaresource hey bud how many bolts is it? I'm just trying to figure it out cause someone else had installed it.

[@odevious8081]

How much did you charge?

[@ramibenrashid]

Hi, thanks for your videos, I swapped the trans last night and the shifter now stuck on park, key stuck. Car not starting, and the gear indicators on the dash is not lit up. I took the square out front the shifter and moved it to N and still no start. If I remove the battery the key comes off. Would be one of the sensors on the new used trans?

[@hondaresource]

sounds like the range selector switch isnt plugged in

[@tonylugo9]

Hey I’m replacing a transmission on a 2003 Honda Civic ex I was wondering when taking it out with the shift linkage do you leave it in park or neutral on a automatic transmission Civic coupe

[@hondaresource]

Neutral so you can access the bolt

[@tonylugo9]

@@hondaresource what if left on park

[@hondaresource]

@@tonylugo9 I dont know that you can get the bolt out of the shift linkage if you left it in park

[@tonylugo9]

@@hondaresource hey can you check my other comment out

[@tonylugo9]

@@hondaresource so are you saying you don’t know if you can take it out while leaving it on park

[@sweptwing1]

Awesome videos. Thank you for all of your help. Supposedly there is an internal filter for these that can be changed while the transmission is out of the car but not easily accessible. Have you ever found the filter and is it something you would recommend changing prior to installing? Mine is throwing the P0741 and P0300 codes so bought a used transmission and getting ready to install in a few days. Thanks again.

[@hondaresource]

The only way to change the filter is to pull the transmission all the way apart

[@robertnorton4276]

I swaped out the transmission on my 2003 Civic and it was slipping. The used parts lot said that I needed to replace the filter. Do you have a video showing this process? Is this an internal or external filter? Thanks!

[@hondaresource]

The filter is internal and not replaceable without a rebuild.

[@t.t.8878]

Start to finish, how long did it take?

[@hondaresource]

I can do it in a couple hours.

[@tonylugo9]

In need of help so the old transmission that I had was working until the second test drive however it made a loud sound. Then while it was in drive it acted as if it was in neutral when ever you accelerate it was revving. So I put it in park it had made a noise and back into drive it made that noise. However not in reverse did it make that sound only in park to drive. That was after a new motor was installed. So I bought a new transmission and it’s making the same sound as the previous one please help

[@tonylugo9]

Could it be from lack of fluid

[@hondaresource]

thats weird, sounds like something besides the transmission if you changed it and it has the same exact sound.

[@willydubbs420]

how much space should be between the converter and flexplate? couldve sworn i got the converter in all the way but they seem a little close. when first installing the TC bolts the flex plate and converter were bound together. not wanting to pull the trans apart i spun the crank while tapping the converter down with a dead blow and pry bar. after that flex plate spun on its own but still seemed a little close. after install crank/converter spins freely with no binding. this is on a 99 civic btw

[@hondaresource]

They should pretty much touch each other.

[@willydubbs420]

@@hondaresource Thanks for the help! i definitely puckered up starting the car but she's driving

[@almightyark8403]

Do you have any tips for getting the rear alignment dowel to go in? I've got the front one flush the rear one continues to stuck out. Would this possibly be because the torque converter isn't pushed in, and possibly sticking out?

[@hondaresource]

did you make sure that you only have 1 rear dowel in? Yes, you need to make sure the torque converter is pushed all the way in first.

[@almightyark8403]

@@hondaresource yep there's only one dowel on both sides. I'll pull it off tomorrow and try to make sure the converter is pushed in. Thanks for the reply, appreciate you.

[@hondaresource]

@@almightyark8403 best of luck!

[@quartermileprivateer]

If you are putting in a used transmission, wouldn't you want to take the time and replace the axle, input and transmission filter while it is out of the car?

[@hondaresource]

You can't replace the filter in a Honda transmission without completely rebuilding the transmission

[@JP-zq8fh]

Great video man! I’m stuck on putting the bolts back on the torque converter. The torque converter won’t spin freely even with force, any advice?

[@hondaresource]

loosen the trans to engine bolts about 1/8th inch and see if you can spin it. Sounds like the torque converter isnt seated on the flex plate correctly.

[@tommygomez5343]

Since the two bolts on both strut towers are being removed, should the car get an alignment once the transmission swap is complete?

[@hondaresource]

If that's your preference. I've never had one effect the alignment that I recall.

[@tommygomez5343]

@@hondaresource Thank you sir.

[@josepreciado5312]

When installing flywheel bolts you rotate the engine counter clockwise why is that ? Is that the how is done i thought it was clockwise? Im confused

[@hondaresource]

you always rotate D series engines counter clockwise.

[@josepreciado5312]

Same for a 98 civic d16y7?

[@hondaresource]

@@josepreciado5312 yes. Still need to turn it counter clockwise

[@sheribusalacchi5558]

Great video, super easy to understand. Thank you!

[@tebalon123]

great detailed video!!! watched it several times. It is much appreciated. thanks !!!

[@hondaresource]

I'm glad you enjoyed it

[@gregorysewpersaud7926]

Quick question what the difference between bxma vs slxa transmission?

[@hondaresource]

Slxa is jdm from my understanding and will result in a check engine light due to improper gear ratios

[@gregorysewpersaud7926]

@@hondaresource So where would I find one if you dont mind me asking. Im new to fixing cars so I wanna learn. I have to swap out the transmission on my 01 civic ex because it drives for about 5 min then it no longer engages into the gears.

[@hondaresource]

Car-part.com

[@martinpicazo2465]

Well explained, step by step. Thaks for sharing your videos. They are very help full..

[@hondaresource]

Thank you

[@randyvillarreal861]

What year transmission can I put in a 2001 Honda Civic EX automatic

[@hondaresource]

01-05 should work

[@luismanuelurenacabral5066]

@@hondaresource que años puedo poner en un honda civic 2001 ? 2001 ....

[@javierramos5636]

I have a question for you

[@arizonacardinals6196]

How many quarts of transmission fluid did you end up using

[@hondaresource]

a drain and fill is 3.5 qt

[@arizonacardinals6196]

@@hondaresource thanks man I'll take my time like you did on the video, I followed your video step by step and I just wanna say thank you. I'm just about done now.. blessings

[@giannakos3]

Good video greetings from Greece 🇬🇷

[@hondaresource]

Thank you! I'm glad to have you here!

[@POOHBEAR2170]

What’s your opinion on the SLXA transmission from Japan… I bought one and was wondering on your opinion on it

[@hondaresource]

It will run, but you will always have a check engine light and the shifts will feel funny.

[@shopaquariumfish]

Wondering how difficult it is or worth it is to rebuild an 05 Civic BMXA tranny? I really appreciate any help!

[@hondaresource]

It really depends on your plans for the car. If you plan to keep it for several years, yes it's worth it, if you plan to sell it in a month, just replace it

[@peterlafayette]

Good video 👍, greetings from Australia!

[@davidt8932]

Will a 2004 ex automatic transmission fit on 2002 ex automatic ? Please help

[@hondaresource]

Yes

[@davidt8932]

@@hondaresource how about 2004 dx ?

[@hondaresource]

@@davidt8932 it should work no problem

[@jaimegenovajr3257]

Whats the torque specs of the 10mm bolts from to torque converter to flex plate?

[@hondaresource]

8.7 ft/lb I usually just tighten them with my electric rachet and call it good.

[@jaimegenovajr3257]

The Honda Resource that’s what I did I used my electric ratchet and I just followed your procedures, thanks for your video sir

[@jaimegenovajr3257]

But there’s one problem that I made, since I need to replace the ball joint I installed it wrong way instead of downward I put it upward, I hope I didn’t get a hard time to remove it...😩

[@owenwilson7138]

Is this a BMXA trans?

[@hondaresource]

I'm not 100% sure if it was or not. They have a couple different codes but the process is the same for 01-05 civics

[@isaacleedahl4844]

I know this is a older video but was wondering if you had any idea of what is wrong with my 03 civic, I watched the engine install videos and followed every step and it starts fine but when I put it into drive makes a grinding noise and the wheels dont spin, the car sat for 2 years but has good looking Trans fluid, I don't know what's wrong and can't find anything on any forums, if you have any ideas that would be much appreciated

[@rrtaylor52]

Your cv shaft is not all the way in it might look like it but it's not

[@smokeline8368]

Thanks for videos My car Honda d17a a/t Lock up torque converter not working Last week it ok at 2500rpm 100km/h Now at 2500rpm 80-90 km/h I think lock up is bad How should I fix it? Please guide me Thank you so much I’m in Thailand

[@JoseRodriguez-ph9gj]

How much quarts should I buy when replacing the transmission? Or would you recommend

[@hondaresource]

Generally a drain and refill is 3.5 quarts. So I would recommend purchasing 4 if it's just a replacement.

[@documentarychannel8843]

Can we swap 2005 transmission to 2002 honda civic lx?

[@hondaresource]

Yes 01-05 is interchangeable.

[@kgatentumadre1312]

Im ready to install an oil cooler for the same car, Can you tell me which is the oil feed and return? Or atleast the one that goes from the radiator to the transmission? Thanks! I will be subscribing!

[@hondaresource]

I'm not exactly sure. You could remove one trans cooler hose from the radiator and have another person start the car and turn it back off real quick while you watch. You should be able to see which way its flowing.

[@HowtoRadicalize]

For anyone wondering the right most hose coming from the transmission is the feed to the rad

[@jonburg1787]

Where are you located and what do you charge? I’ve got an ‘05 in need of a new transmission.

[@hondaresource]

I'm in Alabama

[@jaimegenovajr3257]

Wait I missed something, did you check if there’s already atf on the torque converter of the new transmission ? Or it doesn’t need to?

[@hondaresource]

typically if the converter is new, I put some in it. In this case it was used. Just start the car run through the gears as shown in the video. Trans pump will fill the converter if its not full.

[@jaimegenovajr3257]

The Honda Resource I ask some mechanic, they tood me to pull the torque converter amd check the seal if it’s there and fill the converter if it’s empty with at least one quarte then put it back and install the trans, they said just to male sure cause its used transmission, I guetit depends on the other mechanics approach, thank you so much for the info

[@bronsoncharkowski4273]

@@jaimegenovajr3257 i was told the same. Love these videos though. Im mechanically inclined but with the videos i had the confidence to do it without any help.

[@Wreklessink]

excellent video sir! what kind of scissor lift is that? do you recommend any?

[@hondaresource]

It's a bendpak 6xp it served me well for three years, I've since upgraded to a two post lift

[@jjarredondo5548]

Great Video! Will a 2001-2005 civic DX, EX fit a 2004 LX automatic transmission?

[@hondaresource]

Yes

[@jjarredondo5548]

@@hondaresource . Thx for your quick response. I've watched this and the transmission removal video a lot. Trying to motivate myself I can do this on my civic 04. Can not afford to pay a mechanic. My car broke had a P0741 and P0730 code and did not accelerate and has graining noise. I replaced a TCC Solenoid and drained the fluid (got 2.5 qrts and black color)I added 3qrts of Honda T. Fluid, hoping the car will work but it did NOT. I checked level and it was almost at the full level.. Maybe it needed half a quart more. What do you think it is? Bad Clutch Converter? Should I checked anything else before removing the tranny? Thx.

[@hondaresource]

@@jjarredondo554899% sure you need a trans.

[@jjarredondo5548]

@@hondaresource . I just need to keep watching your videos till I feel good I can do this. I really appreciate your time and advice. Best regards.

[@jjarredondo5548]

Hey there. What would you recommend doing if trans is out. Rebuild it, Replace with Junkyard one or some where else? Any idea $$$ . I checked my local junkyard and its about $200-250. Thx.

[@edwardepps1513]

From start to finish how long did it take you to complete the trans job? Assuming if this was a full time job.. Also on average what would a mechanic charge to do this "on average?" The reason I'm asking is My '05 EX Special Edition sedan with 165k miles trans may need to be rebuilt/ replaced. Keep up the great work my friend!

[@hondaresource]

Eh, I can do it start to finish in 3.5 hours or less. The book on it is 7.5-8 hrs

[@jaimegenovajr3257]

Good thing I found this video cause I’m in the middle of installing my transmission

[@pekpek4566]

Great video!! I bought myself a project car like the civic you have in the video, its automatic. The car worked at first but the next day, it wont move when I put in drive, sometimes it goes to reverse. Have any idea what the problem is? I would like this car to move again.

[@hondaresource]

sounds like you are having transmission issues. Did you check the fluid in the transmission?

[@pekpek4566]

@@hondaresource just replaced it. Cleaned the solenoid and the screen(shift solenoid). This is off topic from the vid, but after I did all that. Car wont start anymore. Does doing anything thing to the trans affect starting the car?

[@hondaresource]

@@pekpek4566 hmmmm. Like it won't spin over or it spins over but won't run?

[@pekpek4566]

@@hondaresource well I've Turning the key, wont work. I bypassed the ignition and tried starting it directly from the starter, no biggie probably just a failed ignition. It cranks but wont start at all. I've check both spark plugs and coils are in ok condition. I did a resistance check on both which are good. All I can think of is that it's not providing fuel. I'm pretty sure I'm missing alot here but that's all I can think of what to do.

[@vacountryboylifestyle5097]

Thanks for the tips!! Like the car lift too!!

[@imthegoat8437]

How much does it cost for a transmission?

[@hondaresource]

Junkyards vary. Check car-part.com

[@MILANOKIS]

Hello, I'm doing a transmission swap on my 2005 Honda civic and your videos have helped me out a ton! I was just wondering, how many quarts total did it take to fill up the trans? I'm looking online some people are saying 4 but some are saying 6?

[@hondaresource]

It really depends on how much is in the transmission already. A typical drain and refill is about 3.5 qts, but that isn't all the fluid in the trans. If some more fluid comes out during removal/installation it could take more. I would remove the drain plug once transmission is installed to make sure it's "drained" then install 3.5 qts and continue to fill from there as needed until you reach the full mark on the dipstick.

[@netltube]

Great vid, editing is really well done. I see a lot of "d16 y8" transmissions for sale, are they the right ones for an 01-05 civic? Thanks

[@netltube]

Y8 not 78

[@hondaresource]

Thank you. To answer your question no, those fit 96-00. You need 01-05 which would be d17a1 or d17a2

[@netltube]

@@hondaresource ty sir!!!

[@33plus98]

Thanks such a good video I have a major lieak in my honda

[@33plus98]

Am checking it tomorrow looks like it may be the seals in the sides.

[@hondaresource]

Hopefully you get it figured out

[@33plus98]

@@hondaresource yes thank you las resource on other tranny

[@bronsoncharkowski4273]

Love the videos bro. Saved me some serious trouble. Thank you! Keep um coming!!

[@hondaresource]

Glad to help

[@melissasimmons6326]

Thanks for the video

[@hondaresource]

I hope it helps you

[@xhoustonkingx6212]

Good job and thanks.

[@elvisqirici1544]

Hey man you are the best mechanic for those Honda civic 2001 to 2005 I have three of those and now I want to change the engine and the transmission the transmission is automatic So I bought both engine and transmission on the Jdm motor But everybody said then get the check engine light because the transmission Is Japanese And I have Usa transmission so before I put on the car I wanted to ask you what should I do? The guys at the Jdm Told me that if I change all the sensor and Solenoid I’m gonna be fine I don’t want to do the job twice so you’ve done so many Jdm Motor and transmission what should You recommend me Thank you in advance

[@hondaresource]

From my experience the jdm trans for the 01-05 throws a code regardless of what you do.

[@elvisqirici1544]

God bless you and your family man respect

[@armymp1582]

How much fluid does the torque converter hold? Great video!!!

[@hondaresource]

Generally, if empty, 1 QT

[@bhcompliment886]

You drug it in like a caveman with his new woman. You can't do that.

[@koriseitz2629]

So you just used the junk yard TC hoping it was ok? Lol

[@hondaresource]

I always keep the tc that comes with the trans

[@koriseitz2629]

@@hondaresource seems like a gamble to me. Unless getting them from a reputable yard I guess.

[@hondaresource]

@@koriseitz2629 I generally only get them with a warranty

[@koriseitz2629]

@@hondaresource I suppose that works lol. In my experience the stuff always takes a poo right when the warranty is up lol

[@trichomeboss2731]

Thanks