Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Honda Fit Base, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Rod Replacement
- Raise the vehicle on the lift.
- Support the transmission with a transmission jack and a wood block under the transmission and raise it just enough to free the torque rod, then remove the torque rod.
M/T model
A/T model
- Install the torque rod (A).NOTE: Be sure to install the torque rod with the "UP" mark facing up.
- Install the bolt (B) with the tab (C) on the bolt head aligned with the guide (D) on the front subframe, then loosely install a new torque rod mounting bolt (E) and nut (F).
- Remove the transmission jack and the wood block from under the transmission.
- Tighten the torque rod mounting bolt and nut in the numbered sequence shown below.
M/T model
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A/T model
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.