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MTF Inspection and Replacement

1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.

1. Remove the engine undercover (A) from the splash shield.

1. Remove the filler plug (A) and sealing washer (B), check the condition of the MTF, and make sure it is at the proper level (C).

1. If the MTF is dirty, remove the drain plug (A), sealing washer (B) and drain the MTF.

1. Install the drain plug with a new sealing washer, and refill the MTF to the proper level. Always use genuine Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF).

   Fluid Capacity
   | 1.9 L (2.0 US qt, 1.7 lmp qt) at fluid change
   | 2.0 L (2.1 US qt, 1.8 lmp qt) at overhaul

1. Install the filler plug (C) with a new sealing washer (D).

R20A3 engine model
K24Z3 engine model

1. Install the engine undercover (A) to the splash shield.

1. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

1. Check the service information in the service remainder system, if the system is equipped, go to Step 10 .

1. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC): R20A3 engine model, K24Z3 engine model.

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

1. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the ECM. If it doesn't communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit: R20A3 engine model, K24Z3 engine model.

1. Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.

1. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES MENU with the HDS,

1. Select SERVICE REMINDER in the EU MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.

1. Reset SERVICE REMINDER ITEM 3 (shows MTF)with the HDS.