[CL9]&[CU2] You got Automatic transmission? *you'll WANT to read this*

[Fredoops]

1. Reading the DIY ATF Service http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthr...and-ATF-Filter. He uses 3/8 Magnetic inline transmission filter. Is that an alternative part to the Honda part 25430-PLR-003?

An aftermarket part yes.

The aftermarket part is bigger in capacity, but it wont fit the clip where the filter is secured against.

2. From reading the product information on both Valvoline Maxlife DEX/MERC ATF and Penrite ATF Multi Vehicle FS, it has a note regarding not to be used for DSG and CVT. Does this note apply to the CL9 Euro?

No, CL9 accord euro does not use CVT or DSG.

Is one better than the other?

that I dont know, but since Penrite is an local company, I'd give them a shot

theres this full synthetic Penrite Multi vehicle ATF:
http://www.penriteoil.com.au/product...d_products=336

^^^ once my redline d4 run out thats what I will personally use.

3. When you said 3 x 3 - do you mean change the transmission fluid 3 times (every 10000km) with the same oil because each time I drain the transmission fluid I can only get 1/3 of the fluids?

Fill and drain 3 times in short succession

so:
1. drain, fill, drive for 10-15 minutes,
2. drain, fill, drive for 10-15 minutes,
3. drain, fill, done

thats a 3x3, meaning 3 litres, 3 times.
just make sure your drive in between contains a stretch of highway.

4. When do you actually change the filter at the beginning of the cycle or at the last change?

doesnt matter.

[ds4]

Has anyone found an issue using the aftermarket filter - Magnefine 3/8" Inline Magnetic Transmission Filter? With the dual filtration is that going to cause an issue? Repco sells the Magnefine for $16, Honda sells 25430-PLR-003 $57.

[Softcox]

Has anyone found an issue using the aftermarket filter - Magnefine 3/8" Inline Magnetic Transmission Filter? With the dual filtration is that going to cause an issue? Repco sells the Magnefine for $16, Honda sells 25430-PLR-003 $57.

Only had mine installed last week but my Honda specialist mechanic said it should work fine. If you look on the USA based forums lots of TSX owners have done it.

[ds4]

Did you use the fittings (clamps and hoses) from the oem filter or did you get the filter with 3/8" fittings? Which way should the magnefine filter arrow point towards? any picture?

[Fredoops]

Did you use the fittings (clamps and hoses) from the oem filter or did you get the filter with 3/8" fittings? Which way should the magnefine filter arrow point towards? any picture?

hose yes, clamp no, it's DIY hoseclamp

Aarow points towards the cabin

[ds4]

Can I use zip ties for the hoseclamp?

[Fredoops]

Can I use zip ties for the hoseclamp?

no, you need proper hoseclamps to be safe

[ds4]

is the washer for draining the transmission oil the same as the oil sump washer - 14mm aluminium washer?

[Jasemas]

is the washer for draining the transmission oil the same as the oil sump washer - 14mm aluminium washer?

Negative
It's a thinner washer and from memory a bit bigger

[ds4]

Does anyone know the part number for the transmission drain plug washer for the CL9? size and material?

[Jasemas]

Why not go to a Honda Dealer who can/will get you the part that fitz perfectly and made of the right material for about $2-5?

[sensei_]

thats abit steep for a washer no?