Hi guys, I have the same question which ATF is better for Honda CR-V 2001?...Z-1 or CVTF? Thanks

 

For the transmission or rear Diff?

Since its not CVT, then use ATF in the transmission if auto, MTF Manual.

Rear diff, either one will be fine

 

WHAT?!?! Only use Honda Fluid designed for the rear diff, if that's what you need. You are not just lubing up spider gears, there is a clutch pack there too.

 

do the opposite of what this guys^^ is doing and you will be ok....
but seriously dont put anything in the rear diff other then genuine honda dual pump fluid or u WILL screw up your rear diff

 

Your best answer lies inside your OWNERS MANUAL

Or call your dealer see what the latest fluid is for A/T transmissions.

 

Who asked for the differential fluid?

Since when do differentials take Automatic Transmission Fluid?


Dont post false recommendations like this!!!!


Op could be a noob and would have done it!

 

z-1 no longer available.... dw-1 is now the norm (full synthetic...yay Honda!) as for the rear end....dual pump. Listen to 10PSI!!! If you don't know, ask the dealer. Thats for anything, as most vehicles have a special fluid for almost anything these days.

 

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I am using CVTF in my rear Diff as that is what Honda recommends and sells as a replacement. Also my OEM Diff has a OEM sticker on it saying "Honda ATF" right next to the filler hole

So if you are telling me that Honda NZ is wrong and CVTF is wrong and that Honda Japan is wrong and ATF is wrong then by all means continue to spout misinformation

 

wrong

 

You want a picture of said sticker stating "Honda ATF"?

Do you want me to quote Honda NZ service center stating that either CVTF or ATF can be used?

 

so u run ATF in your rear diff ? and how long have u been running it? and i still think id buy the dual-pump flued from honda...but yeah i should change mine soon becasue it sounds like a dying cow when i giver through a field and with winter coming and me loving snow covered parking lots....anywho how much do i put in the rear diff ?

 

Owners manual for my 98 US CRV states:
Honda CVT fluid. If that is not available Honda ATF may be used as a temporary replacement however continued use can cause noise, vibration, and performance problems. Have differential drained and refilled with honda CVT fluid as it is convenient.
I use Honda Dual Pump 2 fluid in mine since it is backwards compatible and the new recommended fluid. I have also heard internet rumors (somewhat reliable) that there were rear dif problems over an extended amount of time by using CVT and ATF.

 

how much do i need im going after work at 5 ish too pick some up...

 

About 1 1/4 quarts for the rear diff, if thats what your changing

 

If you have really bad noises from the dif grab 3 quarts and change it soon then in a week or two change it again.

 

I have CVTF in there now, but previous service history that came with the car says that at 30,000km, 60,000km and 90,000km it had ATF put in.

I serviced it when I got it and Honda recommended I used CVTF, no funny noises, works perfect, gets used offroad all the time. It has done 120,000kms now and has no diff issues at all.

 

oh well that interesting :p oh and thanks dueces and ian1006 the noices are not bad i cant hear the rear diff if i drive a tight circle so i think ill be okay with just changing it out once and how much is 1.25 quarts in litres ? i just went too honda picked up 2 litres a valve cover gasket the spark plug rubbers and the valve cover bolt i snapped ... so hope fully i can do the valve adjustment and change the rear diff flued this weekend before the winter snow comes here in canada

 

oh and i also bought a fuel filter

 

ROFL

 

I dont see what is amusing. DPSF is not available in my country and is not imported because it is not needed. My Japanese service manual even states (and shows a picture of) Honda ATF being used for the rear diff.