Its necessary for lubrication, for preventing friction and for maintaining pressure inside the transmission itself. How to drain and fill transmission fluid in a 2012 honda civic 2006 2015 years transmission flush. The engine should be running when you check the transmission fluid dipstick on a 2012 honda civic lx 1. Oct 03, 2015 but when i did the trans fluid in my 7th gen civic with 200k km it stank so bad. Its necessary for lubrication, for preventing friction and for maintaining pressure inside. I have found one other fluid that works well and thats gms syncromesh fluid. Half of the people thank me for looking out for such an expensive to replace item, half of the people think im ripping them because the owners manual clearly states no service is needed for the life of the car. I have a 2012 civic sedan with an automatic tranny. Your cars manual transmission needs fluid just like an automatic transmission does. Honda civic power train 2012 honda civic problems with. Manual transmission parts for honda civic for sale ebay. The bucket i used has volume markings so i observed 2 full quarts came out of the transmission. In fact, i recommend that you only use honda fluid in your honda manual transmission. I learned a lot from this community and wanted to do my part to contribute.
Hey guys, what kind of oil should i use when i change my transmission fluid. Find detailed gas mileage information, insurance estimates, and more. Transmission 6 speed manual w navigation back to top. I did 3x drain and fill after 60k miles but the fluid looked way too dark and i dont like taking a chance on honda transmission. Enter current mileage for most accurate info about this vehicle. Front wheel drive, 4 door sedan, compact 28 est mpg city 36 est mpg hwy other trims. How often to change transmission fluid on 2012 civic. Heres what the om says about manual transmission fluid on page 264. Maintenance minder maintenance schedule honda owners site.
The fluid was translucent when it was draining out and i didnt find any crap or metal in the bottom of the bucket when draining it. Vehicle specifications 2012 honda civic sedan honda. Not sure if this is the right place but any help would be appreciated. I know hondas better than just about anything, so they get their own section here. Engine oil is so far away from an ideal fluid for a synchronized manual transmission. Just a tip on this fluid 40k is to long i dont care what the manual says or honda says for that matter. To purchase printed manuals, you can order online or contact. Do you feel shaking or shuddering when you engage the clutch. The 2012 civic is cheaper and simpler than the previous generationwhich begs. Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your crv, even in the most severe driving conditions. Here is a list of manual and automatic transmission fluid types and capacities for a honda. If you notice in your first pic there is a 17mm nut with a crush washer above and. Hey guys, what kind of oil should i use when i change my.
Used 2012 honda civic for sale with photos cargurus. Ngk ilzkr7b11s denso sxu22hcr11s wich is better or. Available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous united states and d. My top fill bolt is 17mm my side fill bolt is 17mm edited last edited. Transmission fluid changesi manual tranny 9th gen civic. If the fluid gets low, you may experience problems with shifting and driving. Manual fluid changes are so infrequent and this unit probably only takes like 2 quarts. Revised 212019 4door a printed owners manual, navigation manual, and warranty booklet are complimentary to the first registered owner, up to six months after vehicle purchase. This owners manual covers all models of the civic 2door. Mar 11, 2015 install the filler bolt with a new washer and torque it to 33 ftlbs or just tight. Ill list a few reasons why i did this but this post isnt meant to kick the dead horse on the subject. My maintenance minder did not call for transmission fluid to be changed before 85,000 miles. Gm syncromesh friction modified is possibly the best fluid you can put in a honda manual tranny.
This is the exact procedure for the 2012 2015 civic but this procedure can be applied to perform a. High pitched whine in 2nd manual transmission ericthecarguy. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your civic and how to check the transmission fluid level. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for 2012 honda civic when you shop the largest online selection at. I dont like completely trusting a sensor that could have issues itself, how often should i change my tranny fluid. Honda has long built nearly all of its own automobile transmissions, unlike many other automobile manufacturers which often source transmissions from external sources. I recommend transmission fluid service at every 30k service for cars with automatic transmissions. Find detailed specifications and information for your 2012 honda civic sedan. Come join the discussion about performance, tuning, engine swaps, turbos, modifications, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more. Is there a faq or information that details the factory maintenance schedule. To my understanding, 9031 is the newer formula that replaced 9016 show full signature. Honda civic sedan 2012 reference manual pdf download. Took it to the dealership cause the drivers side window wouldnt roll down.
Well, after swapping out the old fluid for some fresh oem honda stuff, what a difference. Owners manual 2018 honda civic hatchback honda owners. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, a navigation manual with detailed instructions, settings, and other information is also available. My gear box was getting a bit crunchy feeling especially when shifting slower from. Manual transmission parts for 2012 honda civic for sale ebay. And also, honda transmissions stay healthy with honda fluid.
When to change transmission fluid norm reeves honda irvine. I never had any issues nor was i even close to loosing a transmission because of the. The most notable exception was in 2014, when honda decided to forego an inhouse designed transmission and chose the zf 9hp transmission for their acura tlx v6 model, later extending the offering of the zf transmission to the. I used to work as a mechanic and did all the oil changes in that smaller shop, had to check the trans and diff fluid on every vehicle that got an oil change. Using a properly formulated transmission fluid for your honda crv can protect your vehicle from costly problems down the road.
The 2012 honda civic coupes dimensions are almost identical to the 2011 model with the exception of the loss of 1. Using a manual pump and with some spillage, i used exacly 2 quarts. See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 2012 honda civic lx 1. The new 2012 honda civic remains offered in sedan and coupe versions. Flat rate shipping on most genuine w031814758 orders.
Transmission fluid level check honda civic 20122015 2012. Would expect from possibly small dealership 12 man show but this a full honda dealership just awful. Vehicle specifications 2012 honda civic coupe honda. Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer. Slammed it on the floor for more parts for your 9th gen civic please visit for more parts on your 9th gen civic go to. When i pull into work in second gear its a little louder. The engine in your 2012 honda civic should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Find detailed specifications and information for your 2012 honda civic coupe. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Nov 28, 2017 how to change manual transmission fluid 9th gen civic, changing mtf fluid 9th gen civic, mtf fluid change, manual transmission fluid change honda civic, k series mtf change, k24 mtf change, yearly. These things are a required tool if you want to have an easy, relatively mess free fluid change for your manual transmission, differentials, etc. Like with the engine oil, i chose to change it earlier than what is recommended by honda.
Search used honda civic with manual transmission for sale nationwide. Honda civic transmission fluid type and capacity 2001. Save on cost when you find your honda replacement manual trans fluid with us. Oct 10, 2015 is there a faq or information that details the factory maintenance schedule. Reference the model year in the table to see what capacity and type is applicable for your car. These manuals require a valid vin and mailing address. I so just change the transmission fluid every 20k25k when it coincides with an oil change. Specifically, im curious about the factory recommended intervals for engine oil change, automatic transmission fluid change, coolant change, and items like grease fittings that might need service at certain intervals. Carid is wellknown for the quality parts and accessories all over the world. The technology reference guide is designed to help you get bluetooth handsfreelink p. Transmission fluid changesi manual tranny 9th gen civic forum. Honda civic transmission fluid type and capacity 2001 2019.
Checked my owners manual and only thing it mentioned was to watch for code 3 minder light. Adjust the valves during services a, b, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. Ive done 2 trans fluid changes so far both only with honda manual transmission fluid. Coupe models offer a choice of a standard fivespeed manual transmission or. Change it anywhere between 0 miles and 90,000 miles and you will probably be fine. As for fluid, i know that the honda manual says you can used 5w30 or 10w30 motor oil in their transmissions. But when i did the trans fluid in my 7th gen civic with 200k km it stank so bad. Im looking to manual swap my r18 06 civic ex, i am not looking to trade my car in for another due to having. This video will take you through the steps i use when changing honda manual transmission fluid. Honda civic how to change manual transmission fluid. Dispose of any old or excess transmission fluid at an approved recycling center. Engineered for and meets the requirements of honda automatic transmission with dw1 and z1 specifications.
Transmission fluid level check honda civic 20122015. How to drain and fill transmission fluid in a 2012 honda civic. Honda genuine mtf manual transmission fluid oem pack of 2 ships fast. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers oil types. I so just change the transmission fluid every 20k25k when it. Changed a lot of them too and my civic trans fluid was up there with like the top 20 worst smelling oils. Used honda civic with manual transmission for sale cargurus. So i went to honda today and showed them that the manual said he capacity of the transmission was 1. Independent of the maintenance messages on the multiinformation display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Jan 22, 2017 how to change the transmission fluid in a 2012 honda civic. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Here is a list of manual and automatic transmission fluid types and capacities for a honda civic.
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