I'm trying to choose a tranny flid to go wiht
should i use the Honda one or Red line
other choices are welcomed

 

how many quarts do i need?

 

ttt

 

I use honda MTF in my tranny haven't had any problems
you fill in a little over 2 quarts.. I think fill capacity is like 2.3 or so... i use a pump and a long vinyl tube to pump the MTF fluid into the fill hole until it begins to trickle out a little.. have your car level on all 4 corners..

 

use OEM. go to the honda dealer and buy 3 bottles.

 

can i use regular motor oil?
thats what the guys at auto zone said.

 

I changed my fluid today but when i refilled it the car wasnt leveled. But it was jacked up more on that passager side we managed to get in about 1.8qts or so. You think itll be all right?


Edit: Fuguman, Use the honda MTF! I switched from 10w-30.. the shifts are sooo much smoother. its worth the extra cost thats for sure.


[Modified by m0neynh0s, 5:41 AM 6/14/2002]

 

yea, the manual says u cant.. i think it said 10w30 or 10w40

 

redline mtl

 

The newer manuals says to use motor oil only as a temporary sollution till you get some MTF.

I recently switched to redline MTF, and I love it. Much smoother shifting!

 

FYI,

Q. Why must I use Honda-brand transmission fluid in my manual transmission?

A. Like the Honda vehicles for which it's formulated, the Genuine Honda manual transmission fluid has undergone an exhaustive and exacting research and development program. When tested against competitors, it demonstrated superior lubricity in an actual Honda 5-speed transmission. And even at -20°C, it clearly performed significantly better than leading competitors.

Genuine Honda manual transmission fluid is designed for smooth engagement of the synchronizers in the transmission; this maximizes smooth gear engagement and prolongs component durability.

Always use Genuine Honda manual transmission fluid. If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an API service SG, SH or SJ grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as a temporary replacement.

However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives and continued use may cause stiffer shifting. Replace as soon as convenient.

 

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