Eric, thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. You were very thorough and informative and I now feel like I can perform this service with confidence. I’d love to see more videos for maintenance/ troubleshooting on this vehicle.

great instructional video, easy to follow and will save me $150.

thanks for this vid Eric. Our cars are twins, i own a 2012 coupe exactly like yours. i am doing a trans drain and refill very soon. your vid will be very helpful. i like the way your vids are presented in a no nonsense way. thank you sir, great job.

Thanks so much for the video! I just change my transmission fluid following the instructions and it went perfect. I had to use a pipe on the ratchet to get the plug off which was the hardest part. Thank you!

Thank you . Used your video along with another an yours gave me the extra techniques to get the job done. Much appreciated.

Awesome video! Such great and clear explanations. Be sure to make some more on newer Honda Civics; I have a 2013 and would benefit from your knowledge and experience... thank you!

Great Vid Awesome !!!!! keep doing 9th gen. maintenance videos

Great job !! I think I can do this. Great easy clear instructions.

Thanks very much for the video. Yes. The plus is very hard to get off the first time. I used a breaker bar and was able to get it off. Pull the breaker bar towrads the front of the car in order to loosen. The transmission fluid is synthetic and the transmission is closed, so it won't get dirty like oil will get. The fluid will get very hot though as honda allows the transmission to spin at 6,000 rpm before it shifts some times. I change my transmission fluid with 1 drain and fill every oil change. I change my oil at 16,000 km/10,000 miles, so I do a full 4 transmission fluid changes every 40,000 miles. It is fine. You don't need to overdo it. I don't use Honda specific transmission fluid as many stores and brands make transmission fluid that meets Honda specs. Valvoline makes a good alternative and so do auto store brands. I doubt Honda manufacturers their own brand and they probably pay a fluid company to make it for them.

Thanks, very clear, very helpful, as are your directions for jacking up a Civic.

A great and very detailed video. Thank you :)

Just picked up a clean 2013 LX with 80K for my grand niece who joined the Marine Corps right outta high school. Gonna service the fluids, check the brakes, etc and drive it to her. She is stationed at Camp Pendleton, about 6.5 hours away. Thanks for the vid. 2.5 quarts; will probably do it twice. By the way, the Idemitsu Honda DW-1 equivalent is really good fluid.

That was very helpful. Thank you for posting.

Thanks for the Video, my wife's honda needs the B13 service and the 3 is the transmission fluid change.

Very nice work, sir!

Very good videos, easily followed.

thank you for all the information great video

Great video!! I just did mine!! Thank you!! I wonder how much you helped me save?!

That Minnesota accent is on point!!! hell yea!

Excellent video and explanation

Thanks. The 10 cent crush washer cost me $5 at my dealership. The fluid isnt cheap either! But, keeping your Civic well maintained is important. I am doing my fluid every 50k miles.

@greeneking77

Жыл бұрын

it's a bag of 5 or 1 washer?

Wow. By far the best Honda maintenance video 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Bro! Great videos!!

stellar explanation!

I want to give this video 10 thumbs up, but I can only give one lol. Great job!!

Thanks bud I lived in Toronto in 1990 and thumbs up

great video. very helpful. thanks!

Thank you very much is very helpful the video.

thank you great video eric!

@moneyguyeric9331

8 жыл бұрын

+Joshua Giordano Thank you!

Fantastic thanks, very helpful..

Hey Eric great video and kudos for stressing the importance of using the factory fluid! Was that drain plug on the front of the transmission? I couldn't tell for sure. I would just be using ramps and checking the fluid level after filling and going back to level ground but if that was on the front I suppose I'll have to buy more jack stands or it wont drain as well. Also just a side note, last year I was in the market for a new civic but opted for a nice used 2013 because I found out that all 2014 and up automatics were now the CVT transmission and I wanted the traditional auto.

I Love this Little Civic its so underrated But its an excellent tool from honda in terms of reliability. Honda reability at its best

Chris, Great video! Is it okay to go through all the gears or just down to D like you showed us on the video?

+Eric Smith Thanks for the Video. Worked for my 2012 Honda Civic Sedan 5 Speed Automatic LX 1.8L. Drained and refilled with about a 1/4 quart more fluid than recommended, as I was already about a 1/4 quart low when I started the process.

My sons car will start shifting harsh and a flush and fill helps. But what really made a HUGE difference is Lucas Transmission fix. I had about 1/4 to 1/2 a bottle and its helps it shift

Great Video Eric ! What is the size or diameter of the crush washer you replaced? thanks!

Very nice work. Can you make a video on changing brake fluid in a 2012 honda civic?

Thanks for the video. Do I need to change the filter. If so is it under the air filter like the older models?

Thanks for the video! Can I loosen the bolt with my impact wrench or is that not recommendable?

My 2 cents, I changed my transmission fluid by doing what you just did plus undoing the line going to the radiator cooler so the transmission fluid from the torque converter will get pump out with the engine running of course until the drainage slows. The transmission will not be damage because its not shifting. A master mechanic from Kia/Mazda/Suzuki and now Audi told me that's how they do it in the shop. I did it with my 99 Sienna with 75000 miles on it first time since I got it and to this day it didn't miss a beat no damage. BTW, Sienna now has 90000 miles on it. What do you think? No more drain and fill 3X. Also a buddy of my mine did it with his 93 BMW 3 series no problem.

@DonnieDarko1

7 жыл бұрын

Gus Camp no way, that's brilliant! I can't believe more folks haven't hit the liked button on this tip. Gus, would you ever upload a KZread video of using this very technique to empty out the remaining tranny fluid from torque converter? I mean, it is self explanatory but a solid step by step video is always reassuring. Anyway, thanks for this great tip.

@gcam12000

7 жыл бұрын

Donnie, thanks for your kind observation, but you know were all DIY selfers trying to save money, happy to help. I think another video won't be necessary. KZread will change ur world.

@DonnieDarko1

7 жыл бұрын

Gus Camp lol, I actually did just that after posting my earlier comment Gus, thanks.

@kiasta1

7 жыл бұрын

I'm going to attempt to do a transmission "flush" this weekend. Is this method better than the method in the video? Obviously it's cheaper but does it make any difference? How difficult is it to remove the line? I've never attempted to do any of this. I'm not a mechanic and the only thing I've ever done is do oil changes.

@Platinumotion

6 жыл бұрын

I feel like if i attempt this my civic will just explode... lol I'm literally gonna do my first ever tf change... I'm scared lol

Nice video and great job done, so i have a question my car is the same like this car with 216000km, so do I need to drain the transmission fluid??? As some ppl say it is a risk to do at this milage coz it gonna slip after???

good job.

I used Pennzoil synthetic atf.it says on the back it compatible with honda DW-1 and had no issues It actually shifts smoother now

+Eric Smith Brilliant video, very detailed and professional. Do you have a shop? If yes, where? If local I would like to have my Civic's transmission oil changed.

Thank you

Not only is there fluid in the torque converter that doesn’t get drained, there is transmission fluid in lines that connect to the radiator and transmission fluid within passages of the radiator (which cools the fluid during vehicle operation).

Other than the suggestions you made to loosen that screw at the bottom of the transmission well, what are other ways to loosen it? WD40?

So no need to pull the Trans fluid hose and drain any remaining fluid? Or do you suggest just to do the trans flush twice after a few miles driving to get it as clean as possible.

Once again an excellent review but anyway it is not a $0.10 washer, it is $3.65 now in the dealership.

Thanks for the great video! May I use my impact wrench to loosen the bolt, or is that not recommendable?

@ceegee6261

4 жыл бұрын

Do not use an impact gun you can damage the threads. Breaker bar will do.

can you do a similar video for a fluid change?

After filling and going to all the R,Nand D like you did. When checking the fluid correct level. Does it need to pass the x x x range? Like does it need to be on hot area of the dip stick?

i have the honda civic 2015 LX sedan, and it really the same thing are yours, but my dip stick is really short and dose not have that metal piece to indicate Hot cold or the level. Also my dipstick falls off the socket. ALL THE TIME. have 50k miles on it you think i should change it?

How often should this be done? The 2012 Civic LX owners manual doesn't even mention fluid changing intervals.

Hi,Eric, I have a stupid question. How you do dispose of the old transmission fluid or engine oil?

Aside from the different type of fluid, is there any other difference in the process for manual transmission? Great video, thx

@filoIII

7 жыл бұрын

I think you'll fill the man trans underneath the car on top of the gearbox. Make sure you take off the fill plug first before you drain it, in case you can't take it off. You'll need a hose and funnel to fill it. It'll come leaking out the fill hole when full.

If i refill 3 or 4 times, it has to be in that moment?? Or maybe can i road the car for once week or two or three days before each oil change??

Great video. Any tips on removing the skid plate screws (x4)? They seem standard but are either on super tight or seized up. Thanks.

@filoIII

7 жыл бұрын

Bought a used Civic, and the skid plate is missing.

@flagrantburneraccount3076

4 жыл бұрын

Had to break mine out with an extractor kit after the phillips heads stripped out horribly. Of the 4 one came out with a screwdriver, one was missing, and two I had to extract. I got some 1.0 mm hex-head bolts at the auto parts store to replace them, works like a charm and MUCH easier to remove. Put some WD-40 or similar on the threads and in the socket before you put them back in, will save you some trouble next time around.

Can you upload coolant and brake fluid change too? Thanks.

@moneyguyeric9331

8 жыл бұрын

+Hong Le I'll see what I can do. Thats usually a 2 person job.

Do I let the fluid drain completely until there is nothing dripping at all? And where can I get a OEM washer? Thanks

my check transmission info displayed on my dashboard. is this maintenance needed to drain/refill is required?

Thanks. Show how to change the ATF filter too.

Many thanks Can I use amsoil ATF signature series In stead of Honda OEM ATF DW1 ??

I'm kind of confused with the information about a Civic Si 2012-2015 MTF change. I understand the drain seems the same as in this video, on the bottom of the car with a square on the nut. Where do you fill it up? Is it in the same spot as in this video? I know on Civic Si's it's under the Stock Air Filter. People are suggesting its next to where it is drained but you need a hose/pump to fill it. Can you not just fill it through the engine bay like this video? Thanks in advance!

I have this exact car, so I was wondering does car have a transmission filter?

Hey Eric would it be OK if I use ramps instead of Jacks... would I have to use jacks for the rear of the car ? also does the car have to be level .?

@moneyguyeric9331

7 жыл бұрын

Ramps should give enough clearance. Level would be ideal, but it shouldn't impact how much is drained that much.

Thanks for the video. When I checked the fluid after changing it was barely touching the bottom of the dipstick (I had added 2.5 qts like the video said). I added the last 1/2 quart to make a total of 3 qts and it still is barely touching the dipstick. Am I missing something? I'm hesitant to add any more.

@jamilmars

3 жыл бұрын

I had same issue.

Hey eric, my dealer just did a drain and fill, should the colour be bright red because it isnt.. On my honda :'-(

he's right, that drain is put on by Lou Ferrigno!! Holy Christ!! (VERY tight!)

When you check this fluid level, do you seat the dipstick all the way in the transmission or just set it down loose? Being a hot check, I'm not sure of the correct procedure. Thanks.

@moneyguyeric9331

8 жыл бұрын

+Dan Adams All the way seated.

@danadams797

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric.

dose ur car still run perfect after change it ur self

For a 3x3 drain and fill procedure, are you supposed to drive the car around for a few hundred miles in between each drain and fill? Or should you try and do it all in a single day?

@andyhuang7526

3 жыл бұрын

I think so! You also need to shift all the gears ⚙️ so the fluid can go through the trap door !

Will the atf-z1 work it says there relatively the same or no?

What if the the drain hole is crack, would it cost so much money to repair?

Hey Eric so I am barely going to change my transmission oil and my civic is at 75,000. You mentioned that you have to fill and drained 3 to 4 times does that mean I have to buy 12 qts or do I just drain and reuse the same 2.5 qts? I would appreciate the help. Thank you

@chrisroach8794

8 жыл бұрын

MrRevoltGaming Yes, you have to use new fluid each time you fill. What everyone should take from what Eric said about how often you should do this is that if you wait until you have 60+K miles to change your fluid, it will still cost you the same as if you did the drain and fill every 30K miles. So don't wait to change the fluid.

I did the same and disconnected the hose coming for. The converter , I turned on the engine in intervals of 3-4 seconds and making sure to keep adding so it doesn’t run dry

Can you please tell me how to see which transmission I have

Has anyone else had to add more than 2.5 quarts? I just did my fluid change today and 2.5 barely touched the bottom of the dip stick. I ended up adding an extra 1/4 of a bottle (I came down to the 200 ml on the 3rd bottle) till the line was just under the full mark.

Dude do a video on the brakes change

Please help me if there is a filter filter for the conveyor

does the civic 12' need a coolant flush??

Hey Eric, When you say it requires you to repeat this 3-4 times does this mean to use new fluid each time?

@WMDeception

8 жыл бұрын

+Ryan James Yes, new fluid each time.

@moneyguyeric9331

8 жыл бұрын

+Ryan James While the other poster is correct, to do a complete "flush" you should do the entire procedure 3x. However, if you do this every 30k miles, a single drain and fill is what the manufacture recommends.

@ahmedgarciaescalante

8 жыл бұрын

+WMDeception so each time you repeat it, would you have to use 2.5 quarts? Or just flush it out 3 times with enough liquid?

@WMDeception

8 жыл бұрын

+Ahmed Escalante The idea is to replace what comes out. Typically 3 quarts comes out each time so 3 should go back in.

Do you recommend doing drain and fill 3 times after some driving so your overall fluid is new?

@walrus_man

6 жыл бұрын

James Chuaycham ป้อม ศักดิ์ชัย I've been told to drain and fill, drive for about 10 minutes, repeat same procedure 3 times. This is considered a flush and will clean most of the fluid.

@jamesvw769

2 жыл бұрын

If you keep up on it a standard drain and refill is fine. Fluid color tells all. Mine always stays red form change to change. And ALAWAYS use OEM Honda trans fluid.

I put all 3, when a drain it drain 3 quarts so that's what I put back in you think that was a right move?

@peeinacan1

3 жыл бұрын

yeah i always measure whats left in the drain pan. Then add a little less than that and dial it in with the dipstick

@jamesvw769

2 жыл бұрын

I have done my 08 civic several times it always took 3 quarts. Fluid level hot right at the top of the cross hatches on the dip stick.

When does it need it ? I have 2013 honda civic. It has 54, 000 miles .

Is there a filter that need to be changed?

Torque spec-36 ft lbs

@marvin2o9

8 жыл бұрын

Is it the same for a 2015 with a CVT?

@cnvl1478

8 жыл бұрын

not sure......please call a dealership and they should be able to give you the right torque spec

Went to the dealer to purchase atf fluid for my 2012 civic 1.8 auto. Parts guy gave me 4liters in total and said i needed to put 4. After draining i put all 4 bottles (4L) and when i put the old fluid out i only ended up around 3 bottles filled with old fluid. Should i drain the rest out or what? Theres no leak at all and tranny shifts good.

@mike88wt

5 жыл бұрын

Thats alot extra. I dont think it even needs the whole 3. I would drain atleast half a qrt. It wont damage your trans anytime soon it will rob it of life in the back end of its life. Sorry its been 10 months

is there such a thing as a hybrid AT-CVT transmission? that's what's on the sticker under my hood. i've had a couple mechanics tell me it's automatic, but it feels like CVT. the shifting is smooth and you don't hear any obvious changing in sound. the sticker doesn't say hybrid, just says AT-CVT

@moneyguyeric9331

8 жыл бұрын

+tjgrafiks The newest civics do offer a CVT. If thats what it says under your hood, I'd bet thats what you have. Process is likely very similar, but with a different fluid, available from your dealer.

@tjgrafiks

8 жыл бұрын

+Eric Smith well it's 2008 model from Japan. did as much research as I could n says it's automatic. so I did the the tranny fluid change with the Honda ATF and yes I did need a breaker bar lol. my car is a Honda Crossroad by the way. since the change, no more engine light, but still has a bit of a slow take off ... still 5 times better than before. thanks for all your help n keep making awesome videos. all the way from the Bahamas :)

@tjgrafiks

8 жыл бұрын

+Eric Smith just about 3 qrts came out of mine when I drained it. the dealer told me to use 4 so I put in 3.5 lol. it's been over a week now and no problems yet. it does every once in a while make a clunk sound going into reverse :( but it seems to happen when I'm parked on a slight incline or decline. any suggestions?

@JonsGaming420

7 жыл бұрын

tjgrafiks mine does the same ever figure out the problem?

@andyhiett2734

5 жыл бұрын

@@tjgrafiks and jon robichaud that "clunk" your hearing and feeling when putting it into reverse is only, as u said it is only when u are parked on a slight incline, bc the cars gears have pressure on them. Think about a closed door. If u push on the door and then turn the door knob. U are putting pressure on the mechanism and out causes it to suddenly release. But if u turn the door knob first, it can slide out of the door frame smoothly. So long reply short lol, no big deal. But I would try to avoid doing it if possible. All u have to do is set your parking brake b4 putting it in park and taking your foot off the brake. So the car can't roll and "lean" on the gear. Hope this helps.

I got a 2014 civic automatic, do I do the same process or is it totally different

@coreturkoane5570

4 жыл бұрын

the 2014 civic uses the HCF2 fluid the CVT fluid, you dont have a regular automatic transmission. You have a CVT transmission.

Hi Eric, I noticed you didn't change the ATF Filter, which is Honda P/N: 25430-PLR-003. I couldn't find out how long this filter lasts. Should this be changed along with flushing the Transmission Fluid?

@WMDeception

8 жыл бұрын

+Jonathan Sadeghi This AT has internal filters that are not serviceable unless you feel like pulling your tranny apart.

@NJsteamy69

8 жыл бұрын

+WMDeception only time you change the trans filter is when your transmission goes.

@moneyguyeric9331

8 жыл бұрын

+Jonathan Sadeghi The other posters are correct, nearly all hondas do not have a serviceable filter.

@janetyeoman1544

2 жыл бұрын

In line filter near fire wall is cheap to replace but you have to remove air filter box. It’s not inside the transmission on 5 speed Autos

does it have a filter to change too or what

DH, removing a rubber hose off and clamp shouldn't be hard, and the only trick is there's only two hoses that connects to the radiator cooler one is slow to pump out and the other is fast use that one.

Hey Eric...Thanks for the Guidance on the 2012 Civic (which is what we have and especially the LIFTing info was of major import)! Since you are VERY familiar with this car, thought you might be able to cast some light on our 2012 Civic "predicament". We are currently getting a Code PO128 and an Display Panel "Emissions System" warning. Strangely or not!?...this is just after ignoring the Oil Change reminder and then a subsequent Display system reset on the Steering wheel. Is anything REALLY WRONG...can we do some form of reset? Please GUIDE US so that we may get our Tags renewed and once again, be one with the our fellow driving community...? Cheers, Martini

@WMDeception

8 жыл бұрын

+Creative Martini101 Service Bulletin 13-044 SYMPTOM The MIL comes on with DTC P0128 (cooling system malfunction) stored. POSSIBLE CAUSE The thermostat jiggle valve may intermittently stick open and cause the PCM to store DTC P0128. VEHICLES AFFECTED 2012 Civic With 1.8 L - ALL Except CNG CORRECTIVE ACTION Replace the thermostat, and make sure the gasket is aligned properly. PARTS INFORMATION Thermostat Assembly: P/N 19301-RNA-315 or P/N 19301-RNA-306 (includes thermostat and seal; either part may be used)

@moneyguyeric9331

8 жыл бұрын

+Creative Martini101 WMDeception is correct.. Looks like a known issue. If you car is under warranty, this should be covered. POSSIBLE CAUSE The thermostat jiggle valve may intermittently stick open and cause the PCM to store DTC P0128.

You said that if the car has 60 to 70,000 miles we should repeat the procedure 3 to 4 times but my question is do we use the same oil every time? Thanks

@moneyguyeric9331

8 жыл бұрын

+Braulio Benitez New fluid each time, correct.

@muttville1

7 жыл бұрын

what about filter?

@guachito33

7 жыл бұрын

Braulio Benitez there is no filter , not at least one that you should replace

@muttville1

7 жыл бұрын

I kindly disagree...

@still34u

6 жыл бұрын

not sure about honda (VW guy here) but on VW you have to actually take the pan off the tranny to get to the filter, I changed mine with the fluid.. [wife has 2012 civic that's why I'm here :) )

You forgot to change the transmission in line filter, it's underneath the engine air filter breather housing, next to dipstick. Honda recommends this when you change trans fluid which is every 120k miles or 72 months, whichever comes first.

@aminammar4260

3 жыл бұрын

I think honda doesn't recommend in line transmission filter Does it mentioned in any service manual for any honda vehicle you have owned?? Many thanks 🥰

@danielwebster7030

3 жыл бұрын

@@aminammar4260 I have the Haynes repair manual for Honda Civic 2012 to 2016. The automatic transaxle filter should be changed at the same time as the fluid recommended intervals. Its located behind the Air Filter Housing and is a pain to get to and take off. You will need small nosed needle clamp to remove the small pressure clamps. This is done every 120,000 miles or 72 months, whichever comes first. Be sure to use the correct fluid. For automatics, use Honda ATF-DW1 only. No substitutes whatsoever. For Honda CVT transmission, use Honda manual transmission fluid: MTF or equivalent. I hope this helps. Haynes manual is worth the $25.00 I spent. Its saved me hundreds if not thousands of dollars over the years I've owned cars.

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3 жыл бұрын

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@danielwebster7030

3 жыл бұрын

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is there not a transmission fluid filter under the car or just a bolt?

@moneyguyeric9331

7 жыл бұрын

In nearly all hondas, there is not a user serviceable transmission filter.

@landbike7933

6 жыл бұрын

Eric Smith Please help me if there is a filter for the conveyor

Would this be the correct video to follow for my 2012 Civic LX 1.8L engine?

@cjlafk

8 жыл бұрын

+Keebler Ramon I'll be working on my 2012 Civic Sedan LX 1.8L today and let you know the results. The Honda dealership sold me 4 quarts of transmission fluid, but I'll be measuring what comes out when I do the drain so that I can replace with the correct amount.

@cjlafk

8 жыл бұрын

+Keebler Ramon Success. 2012 Civic Sedan LX 1.8L transmission drained and refilled. Filled with about 2.75 quarts of ATF-DW1 as I was a bit low on fluid before starting the process.

@cjlafk

8 жыл бұрын

+David Ricketts Not at all. Do you have a stuck plug? Try a breaker bar?

@cjlafk

8 жыл бұрын

+David Ricketts Good luck. Should be easy enough to get off. Just be sure to replace the washer and don't over tighten. I've seen people use air guns to work on the tran and oil. Scary stuff.

@alivillanueva8937

7 жыл бұрын

+Charles Leonard did u put all 4 quarts of atf or just 2.5? I dont wanna buy 4 if it only needs 2.5. Thanks

There’s a transmission fluid filter underneath the air box that you missed 😉

My 2013 Honda Civic just got 40,000 miles, I think it's about time to change it right?

@moneyguyeric9331

9 жыл бұрын

NorthPhillyKid 215 It couldn't hurt. The local dealer here says to do this every 30k, but honestly, thats probably a bit much. 40-50k should be fine unless you drive aggressively or in extreme climates.

@northphillykid2154

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot man, appreciate the reply.

@guachito33

7 жыл бұрын

NorthPhillyKid 215 of you are going to do it yourself I'd do it every 30-35.000 miles , three quarts , very cheap and a very easy job ...