I've been reading a lot about transmission problems in the 7th gen accord automatics, specifically with the V6. I bought a 2005 Accord V6 Auto recently, 107k on it, so I changed the timing belt and water pump. I assumed I'd be good to go for another 105k miles, but after reading about these transmissions I started to get concerned. I've read a lot about 03/04's having issues, and 06/07's being ok, but haven't been about to find much info on the 2005.

What's the general consensus on a 2005 V6 Auto transmission? Keep it and drive it, or sell it and run away?

 

Does it have any shifting issues? What does the fluid look like? Has it been well maintained? Do you know if it has the recall "jet kit" installed? It can last a long time, if it's still in good condition now.

 

It has no shifting issues, and it performs perfectly. The fluid looks light brown with a slight reddish tint.

I have no maintenance records since I bought it at a seizure auction. I had to do the timing belt at 107k miles (when I bought it) because I couldn't verify that it had been done yet. I'm not sure what a jet kit is or how to verify if it's been done.

Thanks

 

The oil jet kit (aka ATF lube pipe), Honda P/N 06250-RDG-315, was designed for the 7th generation Accord V6 transmission. It was part of a recall on certain 2003 & 2004 Accord V6. It was available as a service item for later 7th generation Accord V6. It is installed where the oil filler bolt is on the V6 auto transmission.

Look up Honda TSB 04-037.

 

I just read the TSB and it's specific to 2003-2004.. So, if I have a 2005, should I not be worried? Or.. did this issue still persist in later years without Honda acknowledging it?

I'm concerned because a lot of sites say that the 2005's have frequent transmission failures...

 

Should I be worrying, or am i overreacting?

 

No need to worry. Just do periodic transmission fluid changes with Honda ATF.

 

Cool thanks, how often should I change the fluid? Is it safe to go to Jiffy Lube lol. I know they have a bad reputation but I hate dropping my car off at a real shop.

 

I would change every 30,000 miles, which may differ from the scheduled maintenance. Use only Honda ATF.

IMO, I wouldn't go to Jiffy Lube. They messed up my female friend's car a couple of times (oil leak and broken air box).

 

Thanks, Ill be sure to have it changed often. Maybe I'll just do it myself and save the money. I guess I have to buy Honda ATF at the dealer?

 

Honda dealers and some CarQuest autoparts carry Honda ATF DW-1.

 

awesome thanks, we have some carquests here, never been to one, but ill find out how much fluid i need to go pick some up. I guess I should just do it now since I have no idea the last time it's been done. I just put a new timing belt on so I'm committed to this car for the long haul lol.

Edit: I think I'll do this every year. I'm reading there there is a crush washer I'll need, is that something I have to get at the dealer? Also, I keep reading about the inline filter and that Honda doesn't talk about changing it but people are doing it anyway. Does anyone know where to get a new one?

 

For the fluid, call your local CARQUEST and ask them if they have OEF 08200-9008. Last time I was there it was $7.99 a quart.

For the filter, the dealer is going to be your best bet, PN 25450-RAY-003.....double check me as I used an 05 V6 EX 4 dr, pretty sure they are all the same but can't remember.

 

I drain and fill three quarts about every 15k miles, and changed the filter a couple times, now at 120k miles. Never, IMO have a flush machine used on the transmission (which a lot of shops do), drain and fill only. I get most of my Honda parts and fluids from online dealerships. If you order enough parts (I usually order enough to last me a couple years, six packs of oil filters and fluids) even with the shipping costs, it is much less than my local dealership. I also like the idea that the parts come to me, so I don't have to rush out to the dealership after work (not open on weekends). You can actually get Honda DW-1 fluid online for about $70/case, maybe less.

 

User proper procedure to check fluid levels and if you decide to use Jiffy to handle this task I suggest bringing your own fluid and check the fluid after they are done. Its not that hard but if you can't handle the task just make sure they use your provided fluids and you will have to check the fluid levels after they are done.

 

Cool, i'm going to do to 3 flushes, which I read about in another thread. Should I assume any parts store has crush washers?

 

It will take a little over 3 quarts for each drain and fill, but I usually pour in 3 quarts first, then check the level to make sure. I've never noticed a real difference in the dipstick reading, hot or cold, but the service manual does say to run the engine/transmission up to normal operating temperature, then check the level between 60 and 90 seconds after shutting off the engine, which is about how long it takes to shut the engine off, pop the hood, pull the dipstick wipe it off, and insert again to check the level.

 

Thanks, makes sense and should be super easy. Changing the filter may be annoying, or rather, gathering the right crush washers and o-rings will probably be the most annoying part.

 

On most Honda dealership websites, the filter is shown under Automatic transmission, then "AT OIL LEVEL GAUGE - ATF PIPE (V6)", and #7 would be the filter, #21 would be the cover gasket, #22 would be the filter gasket, and #24 would be the crush washers for the banjo bolt/fuel line. The drain plug washer would be shown under "transmission case V6", part #13.

 

Level ground is the key.

 

Oh ok, so there's an extra part I wasn't aware of. It sounds like I need 2 gaskets and a washer just for the filter.

 

There are two washers on the pipe going to the filter, one on each side of the fuel line. One between the fuel line and the filter cover, and another between the fuel line and the head of the banjo bolt.