Changing it on an automatic is the exact same thing. We look forward to seeing you at our state of the art honda service center. To change the transmission fluid on a honda civic, you will need a good rug, a drip pan, 10 quarts of transmission fluid, a funnel and a ratchet wrench. If you dont have honda brand manual transmission fluid, you can use 5w20 or 0w20 oil temporarily. Transmission fluid changesi manual tranny 9th gen civic. I bought a 2008 civic lx automatic last year that had about 99,000 kms about 61515 miles and i noticed i was having issues with the transmission when i would have to slow down then accelerate stopping at stop signs, slowing down when a person in front of me was turning, etc. Ive owned honda accords for many many years through diferant generation models, if you want it to always run great you should as a rule of thumb just at your next engine oil change should be at 34k miles or every 3 monthsdrain the 2. Owners manual 2015 honda civic sedan honda owners site. Transmission choices included a fivespeed manual or fourspeed automatic.
If you dont have the manual, feel free to bring your civic down to. Gx 2004 civic sedan owners manual 4door 2004 civic sedan owners manual 4door. For years, 3,000 miles was the correct interval to wait between oil changes, but that is no longer the case. Honda civic maintenance schedule norm reeves honda. To get a local estimate for your specific model year, please select a service below. Use these links and links throughout this manual to navigate through this reference. The honda civic is available in base dx, midlevel lx and top of the line ex trim levels. The car was taken care of, and all the receipts tell a story of being serviced at regular intervals. It has front wheeldrive and a sporty 4wheel independent suspension. The 2004 honda civic has 22 problems reported for transmission failure. Your selection of a 2004 honda civic was a wise investment. Honda civic oil change interval and frequency covington. Maintenance minder maintenance schedule honda owners site.
I also heard there is no filter, and i heard that it is a lifetime service free filter. For the accord, honda recommends changing your oil every 7,500 miles or 12 months under normal driving conditions. My experience with japanese cars like the civic is that honda wants you to check fluids monthly, including the oil, brake, coolant and transmission fluid. This category covers 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 honda civic models.
This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Honda civic oil change interval and frequency covington honda. At this point, youll need to have the crvs oil changed and oil filter replaced. Vehicle specifications 2004 honda civic coupe honda.
One thing that is not apparent is if the transmission fluid and filter had been changed. The different variants of vehicles which were under this line ranged from wagons, a crossover, coupes and hatchbacks. First, remove the dipstick to release the pressure on the liquid. For modern honda civic models like the 2018 honda civic coupe which use synthetic. Replace brake fluid, replace transmission fluid, plus all items in a, b, and c. View and download honda civic service manual online. Honda strongly recommends against flushing their automatic transmissions. Hondas recommended bleed procedure is lf, rf, rr, lr. How to change tranmission fluid and filter on a 2004 honda. You may need to bang on the bolt with a cheater bar to loosen it. Honda accord the honda accord is a series of compact cars manufactured by the automakers honda since 1976.
The maintenance schedule specifies how often you should have your car serviced and what things need attention. Ive got 35k miles on my 2012 civic and the dealership wants to change my transmission fluid. Since honda programs the mm i think it will be hard to blame owners this time for failing to change at the required intervals. Designed using stateoftheart technology and with customers in.
Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done. This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair, so the estimate you see above may not. The 20062011 honda civic comes as a sedan or coupe. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on. I was calling around several of the local honda dealerships to get a price for the 7,500 mile service. Your best bet on newer vehicles, according to both hogarty and leblanc is. Check out the latest honda civic maintenance schedule from norm reeves honda huntington beach near, ca. The 3 new hondas i have, i keep up with maintenance and have not had a single problem since.
It paid off, as the 8thgen civic remained the secondbest selling compact car in the u. Canadian maintenance schedules have been designed specifically for the requirements of your honda vehicle. A slight increase on the gas pedal at highway speeds will usually cause the at to shift down. I can recommend fluid changes for preventative maintenance until im blue in the face with these folks, and they put it off until it is way too late, and then a fluid change is a bandaid at best. The year, type of engine and oil type all play into how often you should wait before scheduling service. During this appointment, an automotive technician will change the engine oil, rotate. Check your oil frequently, and make sure to change it in the recommended intervals. I have a 1999 honda civic coupe ex with at and 117k miles. In the old days, the guideline was to change transmission fluid every three years, or 30,000 miles, whichever came first.
Find detailed specifications and information for your 2004 honda civic coupe. Manual transmission fluid change honda civicv fix it angel. Gx to purchase printed manuals, you can order online or contact. These are manufactured to the same highquality standards as the original components, so you can be confident of their performance and durability. Some say to never change it, as it doesnt break down like regular oil. The 2004 honda civic has 3 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Recalls radio codes hondalink hands free link hfl navigation under hood battery tires brakes model information. Now that you know how weve laid out this maintenance schedule, youre ready to keep up with your service intervals. Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission only using any nonhonda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life replace the brake fluid according to of the system. Mainly what was happening was that the transmission wouldnt catch when the car was revving as a result of buildup. Also after you reach a mileage that is past what your owners manual can recommend, usually 120,000 miles or so change your transmission fluid every 15,000 miles. To save paper and time, you can download the latest manuals now. Honda gambled by completely overhauling the civic styling and platform. Trans fluid if z1, heavy city use 15k, mix to highway 30k with filter, if accessible, at first change then every other.
Follow the recommended oil changes intervals specified by your hondas owners manual or maintenance minder system if equipped. Honda financial services frequently asked questions. My question is, if i have a quite well maintained civic, what is the minimal set of services that you would definitely recommend over. I find that many people finally get ready to change drivetrain fluids once a problem surfaces. Accord 2004 automatic transmission oil drive accord. Several factors affect the oil service interval on your honda civic. So the oil in your civic is indistinguishable from dark roast sumatra. How to change the transmission fluid on a honda civic. Then, remove the drain plug with the ratchet wrench. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Independent of the maintenance messages on the multiinformation display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
Honda recommends the transmission fluid be changed every 37,500 miles under severe conditions and every 120,000 under normal conditions. They want you to change the fluids after a certain mileage. Recommended service for your 2004 honda civic coupe. Repairpal generates both national and local fair price estimates for most service intervals. The fluid is usually changed at 30k mile intervals because only part of it can be changed in normal service, and the filter is not accessible. Honda civic manual transmission service 2003 20012005 similar. Hondas recommended maintenance schedule at crown honda of southpoint in durham, nc. How often should i change the oil in my honda civic. At our nj honda service center we offer 2way free shuttle service, free wifi and a full service cafe for your convenience. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new honda is to read this manual. Your selection of a 2003 honda civic was a wise investment. The most popular variant of the accord is the four door sedan which has been one of the highest selling vehicles in usa since 1989.
Here honda owners can learn what type of service is required at each. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, a navigation manual with detailed instructions, settings, and other information is also available. The services and time or distance intervals shown in the maintenance schedule assume you. This transmission already behaves better than the 8th gen did for sure. Check and adjust clutch pedal freeplay as applicable. Had accident 3 weeks ago, a minor accident, body damage did not exceed damaging the chassis, and as far as i know its fine.
The exact vehicle in this video is a 2003 honda civic ex sedan. If the message service due now does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. Owners manual 2004 honda civic coupe honda owners site. I own a 2001 civic ex coupe and i put some major miles on it, about 2000 per month. Maintenance schedule 8th generation honda civic forum. Question about changing the transmission fluid and filter. Warranty booklets coverage and terms of your vehicles warranties, including general provisions, new vehicle limited warranty, emissions, tires and accessories warranties, replacement parts and. I had 2 dealerships tell me that with the 2001 civics, the service intervals had been pushed back. Should you only have a honda dealer change your automatic transmission fluid, or can another place, like jiffy lube or sears auto center change your fluid. Changing your oil and oil filter is one of the most important maintenance procedures on any car. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. You should feel fluid at the back edge of the hole. Minimal set of maintenance recommended for 60,000 mile. My sisterinlaw does not know if it ever had a fluid change and the car now has 5,000 miles on it.
I run so many miles that if i did change tranny fluid every 9,000 miles i would go broke way before suffering a failure of components. It is essential that you have your car serviced as scheduled to retain its high level of safety, dependability, and emissions control performance. View and download honda civic coupe 2004 owners manual online. The maintenance schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer. Maintenance, replacement or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair. So i have a 2009 honda civic and its getting close to 60k in miles. Afterwards, keep this owners manual in your vehicle so. This owners manual covers all models of the civic coupe. The honda civic maintenance schedule includes 25 different types of services over the course of 150,000 miles.
Owners honda service maintenance calculator honda canada. Every 4 years or 50,000 miles always worked for me no matter the vehicle. For a printed owners manual, click on authorized manuals or go to. I turn on my car, go down the road, then stop to read my gps for a second.
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