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

[Fredoops]

yeah but i dont want to get my hands dirty.
One of the pics u upped/hotlinked doesnt work =[

Pic fixed.

Do you think it's a conspiracy on Honda's part to not mention the Automatic Transmission Filter or fluid change?
Or do they think cu2/cl9 owners wouldn't keep their cars past 120,000kms?
Or have plans to avoid lawsuits about failed transmissions?

I'd have no clue, it's like a $30 dollar part, I can't for the life of me figure out why they'd leave that out of servicing.

Then again, I can't understand why the ATF change interval was 60-100k km either.

I mean srsly, Honda is already the most expansive Japanese car to service, does it kill them to throw in another part and a fluid change in there?


Edit:
This is what someone's filter look like after he cut it open.

[Jasemas]

Tis quite a dirty filter - at least its doing its job
How many kms on it?
You'd think Honda would make a bit more dough by going "oh hey you need an ATF fluid change and filter change for an extra $250 on top of your minor $250 service"
To the un suspecting stereotype rich snobby man in his late 30s (no offence to these people who take care of their cars) he'll just pay the cash and wont suspect anything
The above scenario would also work with the same man but not mentioning the life/status of his Transmission...
I watch who are at the dealerships about to buy a new Honda. I think to myself - should i run in their and explain to them one of Honda's many faults in their cars nowwadays?
Because 99% they are clueless about cars
Sorry /end rant

[Fredoops]

Tis quite a dirty filter - at least its doing its job
How many kms on it?
You'd think Honda would make a bit more dough by going "oh hey you need an ATF fluid change and filter change for an extra $250 on top of your minor $250 service"
To the un suspecting stereotype rich snobby man in his late 30s (no offence to these people who take care of their cars) he'll just pay the cash and wont suspect anything
The above scenario would also work with the same man but not mentioning the life/status of his Transmission...
I watch who are at the dealerships about to buy a new Honda. I think to myself - should i run in their and explain to them one of Honda's many faults in their cars nowwadays?
Because 99% they are clueless about cars
Sorry /end rant

This is where I it the pic:
http://www.tsxclub.com/forums/1st-ge...ion-fluid.html

Well I didn't start research and really "know" my euro till I had it for 7 years.

And I paid a lot of "tuition" fees to honda dealers over this period.

I guess some people just don't care.


Btw can you repost this on ozaccord? Just so more people know and hopefully prevent more $$$$ tranny work.

[Jasemas]

This is where I it the pic:
http://www.tsxclub.com/forums/1st-ge...ion-fluid.html

Well I didn't start research and really "know" my euro till I had it for 7 years.

And I paid a lot of "tuition" fees to honda dealers over this period.

I guess some people just don't care.


Btw can you repost this on ozaccord? Just so more people know and hopefully prevent more $$$$ tranny work.

Good old Honda Dealers 'Tuition' fees - the main thing is you did something about it and now you service your own car
And know it inside and out - like an old friend
I guess i'm lucky in that department that i had an uncle who knew a thing about cars and helped me on my way to fixing my car
In a weird way im kinda glad i got a 'lemon' of a car
Almost everything that is wrong with the car i have diagnosed/repaired - adding to my knowledge of cars
Shall post the tsxclub link
Surprisingly there are not many Euro's on OzAccord... Mainly cd5's lol
Why don't you join up?

[Softcox]

Fred: is it the red or yellow spot on that photo? I'd like to do this myself but it looks a little more complex than ATF flushes

[Fredoops]

Fred: is it the red or yellow spot on that photo? I'd like to do this myself
but it looks a little more complex than ATF flushes

The yellow bit

[aaronng]

IMO, tell the dealer to shove that comment where the sun dont shine and replace your God Damn filter.

Different brand of car (Holden), but one day I was asking about the volume required to replace the ATF in my wife's Astra at the service counter.

Me: How many litres do I need for a drain and fill on the 2002 Astra auto transmission?
Service person: You are not supposed to change it, it is filled for life and does not need replacement.
Me: *Didn't believe a word he was saying, it has a damn ATF dip stick, so it will need replacement*
Me: I understand, but do you sell it and how much is it?
Service person: Of course we do, it's $xx per litre and you need 2 litres of it.
Me: Do you have it in stock?
Service person: Yup. *goes out to the back and brings the 2 bottles out*
Me: I thought it was meant to be "filled for life"?
Service person: ......

Never trust the service intervals nor the dealer if it does not make sense...... Common sense prevails.

[TRaNz]

Aaron, what are your thoughts on this changing transmission filter business. Should i be bothered doing it or turn a blind eye? LOL

[aaronng]

Aaron, what are your thoughts on this changing transmission filter business. Should i be bothered doing it or turn a blind eye? LOL

If it is accessible, change it! I thought it was inside the transmission casing like the older CD accords but I was wrong. So change yours when you can.

[spring]

Just wanted to say thanks for this thread it has been most helpful, I just recently acquired a 2004 euro (first car =D) and will be doing this as soon as I get the necessary parts.

[Tai]

I change my ATF fluid every 2nd engine oil change without fail.Doesnt cost that much either so why risk it.

[Jasemas]

Just wanted to say thanks for this thread it has been most helpful, I just recently acquired a 2004 euro (first car =D) and will be doing this as soon as I get the necessary parts.

Jack
Jack stands
3/8 Racthet
3/8 breaker bar
Honda ATF DW 1 - 4litres
While youre at it. Do an oil change
And some confiedence
Set you back about $200+

Dealer would charge quite a bit more

Dont put it off man, get it done asap, car is already 8 y.o and the fluid prolly hasnt been changed