Transmission Fluid

Continuously variable transmission models

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid

Specified fluid:
Honda HCF-2 Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.Follow your vehicle’s maintenance service timing of when to change continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid.
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NOTICE

Do not mix Honda HCF-2 transmission fluid with other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Honda HCF-2 may adversely affect the operation and durability of your vehicle's transmission, and damage the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that is not equivalent to Honda HCF-2 is not covered by Honda's new vehicle warranty.

Manual transmission models

Manual Transmission Fluid

Specified fluid:
Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.Follow your vehicle’s maintenance service timing of when to change manual transmission fluid.
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If Honda MTF is not available, you may use the API certificated SAE 0 W-20 or 5 W-20 viscosity motor oil as a temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does not contain the proper additives for the transmission and continued use can cause decreased shifting performance and lead to transmission damage.