How To Change Transmission Fluid - Honda S2000

How To Change The Transmission Oil In Your Car - Manual Honda
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1. The first thing you want to do is make sure the car is on level ground, and raise it up onto jack stands ensuring that it is still level. I had an additional video on how this is done if you are curious. It is important that the car is level so that you add the appropriate amount of oil to the transmission housing.
2. With a drain pan located underneath, you’ll want to locate and remove the oil filler plug. This is the plug on top, not to be confused with the bottom plug, which is the drain plug. Removing the fill plug will allow you to check the cleanliness of the oil, as well as the level.
3. As you can see, with the old oil on the left and the new oil on the right, the old oil is clearly dirty and in need of replacement. Our next step is to remove the drain plug and drain the transmission fluid.
4. With the fluid drained, reinstall the drain plug, making sure to use a new 14 mm washer, and use a torque wrench to tighten the bolt to 29 lb-ft. Always be careful not to over-tighten, as you could damage the threads.
5. Next, begin refilling the transmission fluid. To do this, I’m using genuine Honda manual transmission fluid, as well as a simple transfer pump. I’ll include a link to this tool in the video description.
6. Pump in the transmission fluid until you have some start to spill out from the filler hole. This ensures that your transmission fluid is at the correct height, and you’ve added the correct amount.
7. Re-install the oil filler plug with a new 20 mm washer, which can be purchased from Honda for about sixty cents. Use a torque wrench to tighten this bolt to 33 lb-ft.
8. With the fluid in place and both bolts torque to spec, simply wipe up any excess oil that remains on the transmission case, and you’re all done!
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[@p.auto.t]

I have literally been watching your videos since 2012, love your content! I just purchased a red AP1 of my own and I love the fact that I can learn directly from your videos. I'm not the most mechanically inclined person but sitting here watching you go through the steps gives me enough confidence to tackle some of these things on my own. Thank you Jason!!

[@IsaacMillerTheGod]

It's incredible how much easier it can be to work on your car when you have all the tools, a good jack, jack stands, good light, and a good workspace.

[@lordadamfirst]

Me, with the car jacked up on the road, with a torch, in the freezing cold damp UK winter trying to figure out wtf is wrong with my car 🤣

[@specialk22tt]

As an AP1 owner, these videos are EXTREMELY helpful. PLEASE PLEASE keep them coming! Merry Christmas!

[@MrBaconstrips13]

Short and sweet, great video as always Jason, Merry Christmas!

[@JosueLopez-hp7oi]

Shifting so smooth after filling it with amsoil manual transmission fluid, this video helped so much thanks!

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Everyone is having Christmas and fun with friends and family And there is me watching how to change transmission oil on a Honda

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[@tentenmedia]

Thanks for responding! I have very limited knowledge on transmissions. I knew gear boxes used some sort of lubricant, just never seen it been done (and all my first cars were manual,so shame on me)

[@gearreviews9767]

Changing the fluids in my 2000 S2000 sometime this week. So thanks for the help. PS loved the Car throttle video, ap2 less skill :P

[@bc48233]

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah, EE.

[@dapure1718]

That was GREAT THNKS

[@MediumHalf]

Wow Jason, kudos on successfully using that HF transfer pump. That thing made a simple MT fluid change a huge mess for me, blowing out of the fill hole while I was pumping.

[@EngineeringExplained]

Haha yeah, honestly when I received it and put it together, it did seem quite cheap. I was questionable about it, but it worked. For the price, that's all I can ask haha. Certainly more expensive things out there.

[@sofakingtouge2399]

very cool. i never knew such a pump existed. doing front and rear diff next weekend along with the transmission. i will have to grab one.

[@EngineeringExplained]

Awesome, glad you found it helpful!

[@MattPro806]

Great video thanks! How often would you recommend actually getting the transmission flushed? or is that even actually necessary?

[@Heathcliff_hensel]

Make sure you put winter air in your tires.

[@paulrakis]

HI great video. what a easy drain and fill. should i run the car for the fluid to be warm or do it cold ? thanks

[@ilTubodiEliGabri]

That intro AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH

[@TheArabsolga]

I honestly love it hahaha

[@thomasmaccabee2630]

Hey Jason, always been a fan... personally I'm more of a truck guy than a car guy but above that I'm more of a boat guy. Have you ever considered branching out to marine mechanics such as marine diesel, diesel reduction, propeller design, hull shaping etc. Would love to see marine videos in the future!

[@InterdiciplinaryMaker]

Hey I was wondering what your thoughts would be on some good mods for a 1979 MGB

[@gekko3487]

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[@Sunsong-D-Mojo]

I absolutely love your videos sir. Do you think you could make a video on how tire size affects gearing? I know alot about cars and engines but I was staggered when I heard about this. Thanks :)

[@EngineeringExplained]

Check out my video "car gears." It's old, but explains it. :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJiqmHtmn5V-h6c

[@AikidoTubeSock]

I am planning to change the gearbox oil in a 2000 Toyota Camry. I am wondering if I can gain access by using ramps and if I do use ramps how much off will I be filling the box at that angle? A second consideration is using an extraction pump to remove and replace the gear oil (mine looks exactly like the one you're using in the video). Will I be able to reach the bottom of the sump using fairly stiff nylon tubing? Doing it that way would at least allow me to keep the car level and I already have the pump & tubing. All I would have to buy would be a 24mm socket and one new washer. I don't have a lot of tools, equipment or money so what I'm considering here takes that into consideration. If you have any additional ideas that could work for me, please pass them along. Thanks

[@anonymousmind]

Could you make a video on how to drive manual the safest way and the proper way? Thanks! Great video by the way!

[@IIGrayfoxII]

You cant really show how to drive a manual, you have to be in the seat and you have to feel the clutch pedal

[@uazhar2013]

haha i got the same done, but mine was done at Blake Automotive in GA. Great shop....I actually got mine done not long after getting the car....i feel like you waited too long

[@gauranshjuneja8855]

what do you think about the new version of your car i.e s2000 2017model???

[@DARKWRXITH]

I have 2003 civic and I don't know the last time the tran fluid was changed, I've heard that it's not good to change it if it's been in there for an extended time, should I keep rolling with old fluid or change it? ~187000 miles

[@prayerpowersr854]

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[@EngineeringExplained]

Merry Chrissmiss John!

[@KalabawCNC]

Thank you for this video. Is there any information on doing a fluid flush rather than just a fluid change? What is the difference between a flush and change anyway? Also I have a special request. Do you have any tips on doing a DIY wheel alignment? and/or tightening the suspension/alignment for older vehicles? I'd like to learn how to do this myself (dial it in) if it is possible? Or are the tools too expensive? Happy New Year! :-D Thanks for your response in advance and thank you for keeping up this great channel!!

[@Jose-sy1je]

My dealership only offers the flush. Many people say to stay away from that, but I don't really feel comfortable messing around with transmission fluid myself

[@edwardreyes-nunez9761]

I have an Integra GSR. Would I use the same torque numbers or would that be in the manual?

[@Jon_d]

63k and doing mine for first time. I've owned it for about 1500 miles. Amsoil or oem? Great video

[@ernesthemingway2013]

EE, How often should should this be done in a 2013 2.5 VW Jetta manual trans.?

[@TheHappySmileyFace12]

well does it make shifting smoother?

[@5100rbg]

hi jason love all these honda s2000 videos, im a big honda fan. now that you have had time driving this far, was wondering what car do you think would best, a Ap1 or Ap2?

[@EngineeringExplained]

Never driven the AP2, but on paper I've always liked it more.

[@Billy97ify]

What is a good maintenance interval? A lot of manuals don't have one.

[@xpacmaner23]

Engineering Explained Hi I would like to ask you Which is best choice automatic transmission change or flush machine?

[@Oliver0200]

Can you leave a link to the wood boards that you used?

[@EngineeringExplained]

Go to your nearest Home Depot and tell them you'll have the EE special.

[@fortheloveofcake93]

is this the process for most manual transmissions? when replacing fluid on an automatic I had to drain from the bottom but refill from the dipstick hole. On my manual honda, I can't find a dipstick.

[@Jose-sy1je]

Is this better than the transmission flush the dealership offers? Bc I don't feel comfortable messing around with this myself.

[@todddembsky8321]

We want the dinosaur, we want the dinosaurs to drive the S2000 with the top down in the snow !!!! Merry Christmas Jason !!! The opening scene was like watching an old Bruce Lee Film -- the words do not match what the mouth is doing :-)

[@DemonsSoulsSuperPro]

wow that looked easy

[@benjaminfisher750]

About how much fluid does it amount to when it begins to spill out the filler hole?

[@hailtheleaf5447]

Nice. I like the way you jack up the car!

[@nickgewrgoulo1367]

Κυριάκος Παχατουρίδης Αλήτης!!!

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Nick Greece γιατι ρε ανμποξχολικε αλητης? :-)

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Όχι εσύ, το μαστόρι

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+Nick Greece ο μάστορας είναι ελεύθερος

[@integrafreak1]

How do I change my life?

[@firstname1lastname127]

Integrafreak1 Something something Miata? ... I wish I could answer that for myself. It probably involves a lot of non car related stuff, in which case I'm not that interested.

[@TheJetSparrow]

After you are done changing your life, make sure you install a new washer which you purchase from honda for 60 cents

[@onesri]

2 late 4 that!!!!!

[@AikidoTubeSock]

First, check your level. If you are 20% or more drained you will need to get additional life before refilling...

[@sylak2112]

Cool! nice video. My fit Transmission could use that. My car have 125 000km (78 000), not too bad but it,s not expensive to do. It seem even easier than motor oil. my big problem is the level ground, my driveway has a small slope, our garage is small and use for other stuff than cars.

[@empireears]

When the fluid will begins to leak out do i wait for it to slow down or immediately screw on the bolt? Minor details I know but OCD

[@15october91]

Is this a Christmas special video? It's not very festive!

[@EngineeringExplained]

Haha it certainly is not. It's just a random Sunday video, per usual, that happens to fall on a holiday. Merry Christmas!

[@15october91]

Engineering Explained lol, I didn't expect you would reply I was being abit of a "troll".

[@specialk22tt]

He's just showing you the same mercy Jesus showed us coming into this world Christmas day. ;)

[@Rentta]

Well the transfer pump was red so there is that

[@mrcutestuff]

What are you talking about! It is clearly very festive, DID YOU NOT SEE THE INTO! :D :O :D

[@ilketama5982]

did you see considerable difference on gear changes after changing the oil ?

[@tomfrick9068]

Should I get two bottles of transmission fluid, or will one be good enough?

[@garrisonk8627]

how much did it take to refill it? i need to do my ap1

[@inkno701]

How do you feel about synchromesh fluids or other manual transmission additives? Happy Holidays and thanks for the great videos!

[@patw52pb1]

Only use the fluid/lubricant and additive specified by the manufacturer. Most manual transmissions do not require additives and aftermarket additives usually cause premature synchronizer failure. With Honda/Acura vehicles always use genuine Honda transmission fluid, whether manual or automatic transmission. Genuine Honda fluids have the correct formulation and additive package to be compatible with the materials in the Honda transmissions. This also applies to Honda power steering fluid.

[@GrimYak]

in a honda no. Hondas are picky with their oils and you could wreck the transmission if you put other additives to it.

[@appleman812]

if my transmission is slipping, will a fluid change help a little bit? I do not think the original owner changed it and it is at 130k miles.

[@Unb3arablePain]

Mobil 1 makes the best trans fluid. In the cold it sucks because of how thick it is, but once it warms up it's sooooo good. The thickness helps protect everything even in high stress and makes worn synchros feel new.

[@Unb3arablePain]

Mobil 1 meets my viscosity requirements, actually. It's just a thicker fluid is all.

[@KiaSorento-tu5op]

Unbearable Pain redline fluid is good stuff

[@dylee3]

Do you need to start the car and shift through all the gears to remove any air pockets and/or distribute the transmission fluid correctly? Thank you!

[@EngineeringExplained]

+Dan Lee according to the service manual, not necessary. Just fill till it starts to drain out a bit.

[@mizzorian]

Can you make a a video showing the difference in fuel consumption between a supercharger and a turbo charger please

[@mfazka]

how many liters that oil is?is it necessary to drain the transmission oil?

[@joeytheswede]

Why not a 3x3 or perhaps a flush rather than a drain and fill? Does the drain and fill remove enough of the entire circulating fluid within the transmission?

[@patrickfinn5573]

sorry nothing to do with this video but what way could independent suspension effective the Shell/chassis if it originally had a back axel set up

[@enlightnd0ne446]

Did you use both bottles ?

[@blacktoxic524]

Would be great if you could do a video studying "lifetime" transmission fluid claims. There is so much conflicting information with manufacturers/dealers saying a sealed transmission under normal use does not need an oil change while workshops and people will tell you that lifetime means the warranty period/mileage of the car and that you should be changing it regularly - this is despite the fact that sealed transmissions are now designed to be maintenance free and are not easy to drain. Would love if you could approach this scientifically as you always do.

[@tr5946]

What do you do with the old oil? How do you dispose of it?

[@gregbell2503]

Are you still enjoying your S2k? Still planning to hotrod it?

[@nabillarif]

Jus curiouss, alot of automatic and cvt transmissions actually come with filters, looks like a wire mesh, do we need to change that as well every now and thn, or the fluid change is good enough?

[@sphericalsphere]

for automatics the process is different as you usually have a somewhat defined fluid flow as opposed to just having gears running in oil. As you already mentioned, they also have filters. Those need to be changed, or at least should for it to make sense. There are also valves inside that can/should be cleaned

[@josecustodio3057]

HELP: I bought my 2006 s2000 used about a year ago and haven’t changed the fluid since. It has about 120,000 miles on it and idk if I Should I change my trans oil if it hasn’t been changed before. I messaged the guy I bought it from if he had changed it but he only replied with “you don’t have to change it bc it’s a manuel” lmao. Please help, I feel the gear changes rough and a slow response so I know I should but I’m scared that my trans might fail if I change it.

[@mr.trippy1264]

1st so far this vidoe is cool

[@TheV8Pumpkin]

shots fired

[@ChibiChibi310]

Guess who's working at Valvoline now? guess who also continues to edit, produce, and direct videos now? ..... hmm I see a possible project/ collaboration in the future, but hey , maybe I'm blind. keep up the good work man, loved the video. - Andy Nellenbach

[@EngineeringExplained]

Hey that's awesome, congrats on the new gig! Yeah throw my name in there! :)

[@peskachina]

So easy on this car! Everything is easy to reach

[@jswhip9498]

Did you only use one quart of transmission oil?

[@xsmith5561]

How many qts? Of transmission fluid?

[@THGINDIM262]

Can you make a video explaining over steer vs under steer. Thanks

[@EngineeringExplained]

Yep, have a quick search on my channel for it. :)

[@THGINDIM262]

I totally did that! That moment when you realize that you dont understand all search engines! :/ Found it now! sorry to waist your time. Ill give you more likes to make up for it.

[@christianaugustin7047]

Can you explain the Atkinson cycle vs the Otto cycle?

[@EngineeringExplained]

Search my channel for "atkinson cycle." Have a video on it. :)

[@308_Negra_Arroyo_Lane]

Why are CVT oil changes impossible to do yourself, requiring scan gauges, temperature measurements, etc?

[@54321alonzo]

So when are you gonna cut the coils on this?

[@miguel90744]

The Power Of Dreams 👌🎅

[@nikoyochum6974]

that's a fancy ass torque wrench

[@nofear0079]

is there no need to run engine n gears to cycle so the atf in torque converter gets circulated.

[@patw52pb1]

No. There is no torque converter, it is a manual transmission.

[@Steaphany]

What is the process to service a Chevy 2006 Cobalt with it's "sealed" transmission ? I have some ideas, but a DIY would save money and time

[@clover7359]

Auto

[@nashsimon8120]

Is there a pan you can drop?

[@poolearmor]

how much Manual Transmission Fluid you used ??

[@fast45light34]

Just got myself Physics for Gearheads! Merry Christmas everyone!

[@o0jun0o]

how much did all the replacement parts/fluid cost you

[@EngineeringExplained]

+earthcry included links to the products used (and prices) in the video description. The washers were maybe $0.50 each.

[@blubase06]

why did you reupload this?

[@iliketobuildstuff7013]

didnt you upload this last week??

[@nanooooO3]

that one was for the differential oil change

[@Abdullah.Tariq_17]

Can u please Make a video of cleaning your car from inside and outside ?, thanks

[@Xx1SailorScoutxX]

Abdullah Tariq That's what ChrisFix is for :-)

[@AlphaDawg77]

Highly recommend Royal Purple Syncromax manual trans oil. Night and day in the shifting with my 2006 AP2. I’ll never use Honda trans fluid again.

[@jrice1091]

what's your thoughts on a flush vs total fluid change?

[@joshuawebb3337]

who a drain won't get all the fluid out. It will get most of it out though. And following regular change intervals, should be fine.

[@po.russki]

PocketDrummer could you explain? Does that include the Subaru BRZ?

[@fallenaege4403]

Po Russki basically, a flush requires them to keep pouring fluid through it (and maybe even run it) until it comes out clear which takes longer and they charge you for the fluid that was used to flush with.

[@Phil-D83]

amsoil or Royal purple fluid for me

[@R0man1anRebel]

How often should you change automatic transmission fluid?

[@GrimYak]

check your manual but usually every 30k miles.

[@R0man1anRebel]

ok thanks

[@dobledekersoulwrekr]

Fluid Film,,, spraying it in all holes and crevices can stop rust from starting (or slow it down if it has). Not sure if S2000's have any problematic areas, but its not expensive and is a better product than WD40 with a million uses

[@CarsSimplified]

You should probably note in the title that this is for European and Asian vehicles mostly; most US vehicles require transmission pan removal to drain all fluid. I hear they are getting better about that, though.

[@YZJB]

Cars Simplified This is a manual transmission. Pretty much all manuals have a drain and fill plug. Auto transmissions, however, commonly do not have drain plugs and instead the pan has to be dropped

[@CarsSimplified]

I don't know how that ended up missing from my comment; I know I had that in it at one point but I did edit it a lot. Good catch!

[@domojim]

Can you talk about the 3x3 method? Is it necessary?

[@osubucks2010]

Jimmy M I think the 3x3 method is used for automatic transmissions which retain a lot more fluid during changes. I do a drain and fill every 2 oil changed (or 15k miles), which replaces just over 1/3 of the fluid. I think that's easier on the tranny than replacing all 10 quarts at once.

[@joshuawebb3337]

Jimmy M I think I read something about that years ago. Like they figured if you just do a drain and fill vs a flush. Drain and fill then run through gears. Drain and fill , repeat 3 times and something like 97% of the fluid will be new. I don't think it's necessary if you drain and fill every 30k miles or so. If it hasn't been changed for 100k miles , might be a good idea or take it in for a flush.

[@GueVonez]

Did u ever have to change the power steering fluid in ur old STI? My dealer is trying to charge me over $200 for that and it doesnt even seem necessary

[@GueVonez]

Then again though it has gotten me to 30k miles without any problems. So $200 doesnt seem terrible

[@rookm13]

it should be fine but if you have to just buy the appropriate power steering fluid for your vehicle and use some sort of pump to take out the old fluid out of the reservoir. doing a flush would require you to remove the return line, have it set up to drain in a bucket, while you fill the reservoir. you should only need the flush If your having steering issues.

[@johnsmith-eq1zc]

Just use a turkey baster to suck the fluid out of the reservoir and refill.

[@jimas_s2k498]

dream car s2k. One day...

[@MonoLucas123]

A good reason for opening the filler plug first, is because this filler plug can get hellastuck if trans fluid hasnt been changed before.. and allooot of people hardly or never do that. So you dont wanna be stuck with the drain plug out and all the fluid out and not being able to get out the filler plug...

[@piwypd0]

while this works great for a manual transmission fluid, how could you extract all the oil in an automatic transmission, this because even if you drain the "carter" there's a lot of fluid between gears and stuff

[@patw52pb1]

Most of the fluid in an automatic transmission is in the torque converter. On many torque converters there is a small drain plug. Rotate the torque converter to place the drain plug at the lowest position, remove plug, drain the converter, carefully replace the plug, do not over-tighten the plug and refill the transmission, start the engine, run for about 1 minute, check fluid level, top off to the proper level, start engine and run again for about 1 minute, check fluid level again and repeat starting and topping off until the fluid level is stable and correct. There is very little fluid between the gears and stuff, most of the fluid (about 95-98%) is in the lower pan and the torque converter.

[@GrimYak]

thats why you do a flush. look it up.