Honda HR-V: Inspection and Replacement

MTF INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT (M/T)

Inspection

1. Vehicle - Lift

2. Engine Undercover - Remove

3. MTF - Check

1. Remove the oil check bolt (A) and the 6 mm sealing washer (B)
2. Check the condition of the MTF and make sure it is at the proper level (C).

   NOTE: If the fluid is dirty, replace the MTF.

3. Install the oil check bolt with a new 6 mm sealing washer.

4. Engine Undercover - Install

Replacement

1. Vehicle - Lift

2. MTF - Drain

Fig. 21: MTF - Drain With Torque Specifications

1. Remove the oil check bolt (A) and the 6 mm sealing washer (B)
2. Remove the drain plug (C) and the 20 mm sealing washer (D), and drain the MTF
3. Install the drain plug with a new 20 mm sealing washer.

3. Air Cleaner - Remove

4. MTF - Refill

Fig. 22: MTF - Refill With Torque Specifications

1. Remove the filler plug (A)
2. Refill the MTF from the filler plug hole on the transmission, until the MTF overflows from the oil check bolt hole (B). Always use Genuine Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF).

Fluid Capacity:

1.9 L (2.0 US qt, 1.7 lmp qt) at fluid change
2.0 L (2.1 US qt, 1.8 lmp qt) at overhaul

3. After the fluid stops overflowing, install the oil check bolt (C) with a new 6 mm sealing washer (D).

5. Filler Plug - Install

Fig. 23: Filler Plug - Install With Torque Specifications

1. Clean any dirt and oil from the sealing surface of the filler plug (A) and the transmission housing
2. Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08C70- K0334M) to the threads of the filler plug. Install the filler plug within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.

   NOTE: If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.

6. Air Cleaner - Install

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