Fill the transmission with the appropriate amount of fluid. Mar 11, 2015 install the filler bolt with a new washer and torque it to 33 ftlbs or just tight. Shouldnt change it yourself, need to keep pressure up. How do you install transmission fluid in a 2008 ford explorer.
Can i assume since this is a 6spd manual transmission, it will also drainchange the differential fluid at the same time. Check the fluid level with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle on level ground. Trasmission fluid change honda accord 2008 vehicle, mileage, replace, clutch. Once all the old fluid is gone, replace the drain plug with a new washer same as the oil drain plug. Based on 2008 epa mileage estimates, reflecting new epa fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models.
Since i bought the vehicle used, i thought it would be a good idea to give. They also state that the vehicle will let me know when fluid change is needed by dashboard warning light illumination. If the transmission fluid level on your ranger is low, you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube. Whether you prefer the sportiness of a manual transmission or the convenience of an automatic, youll want to make sure. Remove the transmission filler bolt, and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger. In some vehicles, there is actually a dipstick to check the oil level in the manual transmission e. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system, or using a fordapproved flushing chemical. Open the hood of your vehicle and locate the transmission fluid dipstick.
The automatic transmission, which eliminates the need to manually shift, was invented in 1932, and was first used in personal cars and trucks sold by ge in 1940. At around 70k miles i went to the dealership and they change a small portion of the transmission fluid. For 2008, dodge introduced two more chassis cab models, the 4500 and 5500. Manual transmission fluid provides lubrication to gears, bearings, shafts, and other. How do you install transmission fluid in a 2008 ford explorer sport trac. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your fit and how to check the transmission fluid level. How to change the manual transmission fluid on a 2008 or. Transmission fluid change 3x drain and fill, inline filter, automotive, 3 replies. If it is not, add honda manual transmission fluid mtf. In this video, i change the manual transmission fluid from the vw golf. Basically will also let you know if your psi is correct and if you have anything wrong shavings etc. About to do a trans fluid change, castrol and the sticker on the side of the transmission recommend auto transmission fluid dextron lll.
Change a 2008 honda fit automatic transmission filter. Some are more realistic and say 50,000 or 100,000, depending on the. Dextron lll vs penrite manual gear oil manual trans. Sep 07, 2015 we took this video to show you how to change the oil on a bmw x3 e83 with the 2. What im really trying to determine is if the car requested it and i missed it. Check the manual transmissions fluid for debris as part of a fluid service. Its important to drain old fluid out and replace it. When and why you should change your gear oil with a manual transmission in zumbrota, mn there are many arguments between new and old car owners and owner generations about gear oil. Some manual owners insist on using a high viscosity oil, while others get by with atf.
Dec 21, 2016 anyways turns out transmission fluid is a different thing and i should have been changing it at certain miles. Install a new transmission fluid fill fastener and tighten to 30 y 22 lb ft. After the repair is completed, its good idea to change the gear oil in the affected component. Brief tutorial on accessing and changing the manual transmission fluid on a 2005 mazda 3. Dispose of any old or excess transmission fluid at an approved recycling center. This oil is similar to a 10w30 or 10w40 viscosity engine oil, and this oil can be substituted temporarily.
The issue is that of the 6 speed manual transmission problems in several major honda. Mar 20, 2016 the atf and transmission pan are priced to the moon, so this is where the bill really skyrockets. How to change honda manual transmission fluid ericthecarguy. How do you install transmission fluid in a 2008 ford. The g56 transmission was the only manual transmission offered.
Jan 11, 2011 reinstall the transmission fluid level indicator only back into the transmission fluid fill plug hole to check the transmission fluid level. Install a new transmission fluid drain fastener and tighten to 20 y 15 lb ft. Now i want the best for my car and i recently serviced and put penrite 0w50 full synthetic in the engine just for peace of mind. Change a 2008 honda fit automatic transmission filter answered by a verified mechanic for honda we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Please call ahead to ensure the services are available. Mar 22, 2011 so after more digging here is what i have.
Mazda 3 manual transmission fluid change on vimeo join. Transmission fluid level check honda fit 20072008 2008. Also to drain almost 2 qts of fluid out of the transmission, you have to lock the shift linkage and drain from the shifter bearing pin in addition to the drain plug. With 35k miles, ive bought a case of transmission fluid mobil oem spec and was planning to change the fluid. I went to the mechanic today at 97k miles and told him that dealer changed it little portion of transmission fluid at 70k. Remove the leveling bolt, and fill transmission with 0.
All honda manual transaxles use the honda manual transmission fluid mtf as the original factory fill. Carid is wellknown for the quality parts and accessories all over the world. I went to the mechanic and they told me that when was the last time you changed the transmission fluid. If your transmission fluid has to be changed, run the car for 20 minutes and make sure the proper tools are available to lift the car and to loosen the filler bolt. I highly reccomend amsoil manual trans gear oil 75w90 gl4.
Sep 15, 20 although it has to be changed once in a while, manual transmission fluids do not have to be changed as often as automatic transmission fluid. The manual transmission in one of my cars is often subjected to high rpm and i have found that a lube change once a year aids shift action and feel. In the past with hondas and toyotas, ive pulled the drain plug and let 34 quarts drain to a pan via gravity. Although it has to be changed once in a while, manual transmission fluids do not have to be changed as often as automatic transmission fluid. Mar 03, 2012 change a 2008 honda fit automatic transmission filter answered by a verified mechanic for honda we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. How to change the manual transmission fluid on a 2008 or 2007. The engine in your 2008 honda fit should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2008 ford ranger xl 2. Also, maintenance manual says change nonplatinum plugs every 30k, yet the owners manual says p. Then i replaced the drain plug and added 34 quarts of fresh fluid same amount as what was drained. Trasmission fluid change honda accord 2008 vehicle, mileage.
Toyota echo care and maintenance page 2 car forums at. The oil change capacity of the manual transaxle is 1. Can i assume since this is a 6spd manual transmission, it will also drain change the differential fluid at the same time. Before adding transmission fluid, make sure that your engine was running when you checked the fluid level. I assume that means when the level bolt is removed it will drip at some point when you fill transmission fluid. If you need to change the transmission fluid in your 2008 chevy silverado, be our guest. Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate, if equipped. Planning on a manual transmission fluid change shortly. Drain the fluid, and refill in the top plug on the side of the trans until it pours back out. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. If you need to change the transmission fluid in your 2008 ford ranger, be our guest. Maintenance manual says change nonplatinum plugs every 30k, yet the owners manual says p.
How to check transmission fluid 2008 ford expedition. On the average, automatic transmissions will need a fluid change every 60,000 to 100,000 miles. Brass colored particles indicate worn blocking rings in the syncronizer assemblys. Unless you can get that thermostat to open, tapping into the cooler lines is of no use. We took this video to show you how to change the oil on a bmw x3 e83 with the 2. After it starts to drip stop adding fluid and let it stop dripping then put back the level bolt. The maintenance schedule in my manual says that the transmission fluid does not need changing. The atf and transmission pan are priced to the moon, so this is where the bill really skyrockets.
Honda civic how to change manual transmission fluid. Ive read through tons of transmissiongear noise threads and havent found exactly the answer i was looking for yet. When and why you should change your gear oil with a manual. We demonstrated on a 2005 bmw x3 equipped with the 3. Changing honda manual transmission fluid is not a difficult task in my opinion. Manual transmission fluid change nissan frontier forum. I did a search with no results so i am sorry if this has been asked before i am sure it has.
How often does transmission fluid get replaced in 2008. That seem quite boastful especially if it includes the filter. Refer to fluid and lubricant recommendations and manual transmission specifications. While penrite recommends mgo7075 manual gear oil 7075. In this video i explain the process of changing the transmission fluid on a 2007 or 2008 honda fit sport. If you are not sure when your gear oil was changed last time, you can ask your mechanic to check the gear oil level and condition. I just bought my first car with a manual transmission 2015 hyundai veloster rspec. Answered by a verified ford mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website.
Check your owners manual to determine if the vehicle needs to be running or off to. First generation 20012008 honda fit 20012008 owners manual maintenance transmission fluid. Sep 25, 20 how often does transmission fluid get replaced in 2008 accord. Come along with me as i travel the nations highways in a classic 2007 379 pete with a custom 2 ari sleeper. I asked honda dealer, and they are using for all honda gearboxes, the mobil fluid 424 my thinking. Some manufacturers say lifetime but to read their testing on most components, lifetimeis defined as 150,000 miles. How often should i be changing the trans fluid on this. How often does transmission fluid get replaced in 2008 accord. You leave a huge amount of dirty fluid in the transmission and torque converter. I know most newer model automatics dont even come with a transmission dipstickplace to fill. Vehicle specifications 2008 honda fit honda owners site. Its fairly simple but hopefully this will give you extra confidence before tackling this.
How to check and change the fluid in a manual transmission. This past decade has been one exciting time for honda owners. Jan 16, 2010 transmission fluid filter change request turned bizarre, automotive, 43 replies change transmission fluid or not. Ive read through tons of transmission gear noise threads and havent found exactly the answer i was looking for yet. Now, remove the transmission dipstick and add in the same amount of fluid that you removed. How and why to change your manual transmission fluid. Over time, trans fluid can become dirty and contaminated, much like engine oil and brake fluid. The fluid level should be up to the edge of the bolt hole.
Transmission noise after gear oil change alright so i feel like im missing something and feel even a little dumb for having to make a thread about this. It now has a touch over 60k on it and i am wondering when the manual transmission fluid should be changed, where the drain and fill plugs are and. Home blog transmissions when and why you should change your gear oil with a manual transmission in zumbrota, mn. Complete video instructions to add transmission fluid to a 2008 ford ranger xl 2. Changing automatic transmission fluid is best left to a mechanic equipped with a. Bmw x3 e83 oil change how to change the oil on a bmw x3 2. Remove the container used to catch the used transmission fluid from under the vehicle. You state on automatic transmissions that you need to take the diff cover off to drain.
I do all my own work so the cost is minimal, and a fluid change takes all of an hour, including getting the car in the air and on stands. However, the manufacturer recommends the use of their mtf when changing the fluid. This video shows you how to add transmission fluid to your 2008 ford ranger. Trasmission fluid change honda accord 2008 vehicle. The engine does use a timing chain,and it is a mantinence free design. However, i keep hearing that i should change it anyway, so i took it to an express lube place this morning. How often should you change manual transmission fluid. When and why you should change your gear oil with a manual transmission in zumbrota, mn. During this period of unprecedented challenge related to the covid19 pandemic, honda is working to support its customers, associates, and business partners throughout north america, and, just as critically, to assist communities throughout the region. They said they couldnt change it cause theres no easy way to fill with new fluid. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. View and download honda rebel 250 service manual online.
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