ATF Level Check and Replacement: Replacement

2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid EXSECTION Replacement

NOTE: 

  1. Vehicle - Lift
  2. Engine - Warm Up
    1. Enter the maintenance mode, then start the engine

    2. Warm up the engine by raising the engine speed around 3, 000 rpm until the cooling fan(s) comes on.

    3. Turn the engine off.

  3. Engine Undercover - Remove
  4. ATF - Drain
    Fig 1: Drain Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications
    GHH374795Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    1. Remove the drain plug (A) with the sealing washer (B).

    NOTE:  Be careful not to burn yourself by the hot part.

    2. Drain the ATF.

    3. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.

  5. ATF - Refill
    Fig 2: Filler Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications
    GHH374796Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    1. Remove the filler plug (A) with the sealing washer (B).

    2. Refill the transmission (e-CVT) with the recommended fluid through the filler plug hole (C) to the proper level (D). Always use genuine Honda ATF DW-1.

    NOTE:  Using the wrong type of fluid will damage the transmission (e-CVT).

    Transmission Fluid (ATF) Capacity: 

    3.5 L (3.7 US qt) at overhaul 
    2.4 L (2.5 US qt) at change 
  6. All Removed Parts - Install
    1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Maintenance Minder - Reset
    1. If the Maintenance Minder required to replace the engine oil, reset the Maintenance Minder with the gauge (see "Resetting the Maintenance Minder"). If the Maintenance Minder did not require to replace the engine oil, reset the Maintenance Minder with the HDS (see "Resetting the Individual Maintenance Items").
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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.