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Transfer Assembly Fluid Replacement

  1. Bring the transmission up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
  2. Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.
  3. Raise the vehicle up on a lift, or apply the parking brake, block both rear wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle. Make sure it is securely supported.
  4. Remove the transmission undercover.
    Fig 1: Transmission Undercover With Torque Specification
    G05485651Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil).
    Fig 2: Drain Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specification
    G05485652Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
  7. Remove the filler plug (A) and sealing washer (B).
    Fig 3: Filler Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specification
    G05485653Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Refill the transfer assembly with the recommended fluid (hypoid gear oil) through the filler hole (C) until the fluid flows out. Use an SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API classified GL4 or GL5 only.

    Viscosity: 

    SAE 90: Above 0 °F (-18 °C) 

    SAE80W-90: Below 0 °F (-18°C) 

    Transfer Fluid (Hypoid Gear Oil) Capacity: 

    0.43 L (0.45 US qt) at fluid change 

  9. Install the filler plug with a new sealing washer.
  10. Install the transmission undercover.
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