Honda Civic. Manual — part 248

4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
5. Refill the transmission with the recommended fluid into the dipstick hole to

bring the fluid level between the upper mark and the lower mark of the
dipstick. Always use Honda ATF-Z1 automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.

Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity:

2.4 L (2.5 US qt, 2.1 Imp qt) at change

5.9 L (6.2 US qt, 5.2 Imp qt) at overhaul

6. Check that the fluid level is between the upper mark and the lower mark of the

dipstick.

7. Insert the dipstick back into the transmission.
8. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located behind the driver's dashboard lower

cover.

Fig. 220: Identifying Data Link Connector
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

9. Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it does not, go to the DLC

circuit troubleshooting (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).

10. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and reset the ATF life with the HDS.
11. '06 4-door model and '07-08 2 and 4 door models: If the maintenance minder

recommends replacing the ATF, reset the maintenance minder (see

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RESETTING THE MAINTENANCE INFORMATION DISPLAY ), and
this procedure is complete. If the maintenance minder did not recommend
replacing the ATF, go to step 12.

'06 2-door model: If the maintenance minder recommends replacing the ATF,
reset the maintenance minder (see RESETTING THE MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION DISPLAY ), and this procedure is complete. If the
maintenance minder did not recommend replacing the ATF, notify the
customer that the maintenance minder service interval has not been reached
and the maintenance minder will still be on the same interval as before.

12. Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
13. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES MENU with the HDS.
14. Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
15. Select RESETTING THE ATF with the HDS.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL

Special Tools Required

1.8 support eyelet 07AAK-SNAA400

1.8 support bolt 07AAK-SNAA500

2006 Civic engine hanger VSB02C000025 *

Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T-12566 *

Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016 *

* These special tools are available through the Honda Tool and Equipment
Program 1-888-424-6857.

NOTE:

If you changed the engine oil at the same time with the
ATF, select RESETTING THE ENGINE OIL LIFE AND
ATF with the HDS instead.

NOTE:

Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.

Special tool engine hanger must be used with the side
engine mount installed.

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1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the audio system or the navigation

system (if equipped), then write down the audio presets.

2. Remove the cowl cover (see COWL COVER REPLACEMENT ) and the

under-cowl panel.

3. Remove the front grille cover (see FRONT GRILLE COVER

REPLACEMENT ).

4. Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).

Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive
cable.

5. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, and remove the battery and the battery

tray.

6. Remove the air cleaner assembly (see AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT ) and the intake air duct.

7. Remove the battery base and the resonator.
8. Raise the vehicle on a lift, make sure it is securely supported, and remove the

wheels.

9. Remove the splash shield (see step 23 on ENGINE REMOVAL ).

10. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).

Fig. 221: Identifying Drain Plug, Sealing Washer & Torque Specification
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

11. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).

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12. Secure the hood in the vertical position.
13. Remove the mounting bolts securing the harness cover (A), and remove the

harness clamp (B).

Fig. 222: Identifying Harness Cover And Clamp
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

14. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector (C), the

A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector (D), and the A/T clutch
pressure control solenoid valve C connector (E).

15. Remove the harness clamp (A) from its bracket, and remove the air cleaner

housing mounting bracket (B).

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