Honda & Acura Manual Transmission Oil Change How To

one plus for the switchfoot song in the background! nice job, exactly the way id do my tranny fluid change.

So what's the difference between transmission fluid and Motor oil? Does it make a difference?

Always follow what the service manual recommends. I believe there are differences and one of the easiest ways to know for sure is to compare the MSDS' of each, which should be available online. I really don't think you can go wrong with Honda MTF though. It probably has some added friction modifiers and cleaning agents vs. motor oil. A bit more spendy, but at 2qts it won't bust the bank too bad.

Can you actually top-off the fluid level if you have the car on the incline of a ramp?

I've tried it both ways and the difference is barely measurable. Good point though. I'd say if it concerns anyone, then be sure to get the car level. Thanks for the comment.

yeah, definetely going to do this my self. goodyear is asking $98. screw that!

Dang! Yeah, definitely save yourself $88.

Do you use Honda transmission oil or aftermarket? I've always wondered if it makes any difference.

I used 10W-30 motor oil, so aftermarket. I've used both and never noticed a difference. Of course, you can't really go wrong with using Honda MT fluid either.