I have an '04 Honda Accord, that is very low on transmission fluid. I checked the manual b/c I can only find the dipstick for the fluid, not the actual place to put it. The manual says if you don't know how to do it, contact the dealer. I just need to know where to put it??
2006-08-27 09:42:54 · 14 answers · asked by ellie 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Well first off, you have to have a long nose funnel. Find where the dipstick is for the transmission is and pull the dipstick out and insert the funnel and pour in your tranny fluid. Becareful not to put to much in because it could blow your tranny seals.
2006-08-27 09:47:46 · answer #1 · answered by funnyloveablesmart 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How do you know you need fluid? Did you check the fluid level with the engiune running or stopped? It should be running and in Park position.
Look for a bigger, flat screw in the transmission body, this should be close to where the dipstick is, but on top of the transmission body.
Stop engine, let it cool a bit, so you do not get burned.
Unscrew using a propper wrench, do not use pliers, as you will damage the screw head.
Add a pint, put screw back in place, start engine, measure again.
Repeat if needed.
Good luck.
G
2006-08-27 09:55:30 · answer #2 · answered by gblau 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Either way is ok, but the key point is to add only 1/5 quart at a time before you recheck the level. Since the transmission has to be good and hot and the engine idling to properly check the level on the dipstick, that's the best time to add the fluid through a special long necked funnel available at the auto store. It's very easy to overfill a transmission, so you best drive the car between top offs if it's getting above the "add fluid" line.
2016-03-26 22:04:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
thru the dipstick but make sure you need to add it first and make sure your checking the right dipstick too. level should be checked with car running after manually selecting all gears then back to park then check
2006-08-28 03:06:34 · answer #4 · answered by drkadrk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Locate the transmission reservoir, it is where it holds the transmission fluid; it will say “Transmission fluid” on the black cap...be caution not to mistaken it with the brake fluid. If you still have trouble locaing it, contact your local Honda dealer or your local auto part store (Auto Zone, Kragens, Napa, etc).
Best if you spend $15 to buy a manual. Thanks
2006-08-27 09:56:53 · answer #5 · answered by stkytreat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Using a funnel you would pull the dipstick and pour into the dipstick shaft
2006-08-27 09:48:19 · answer #6 · answered by onlygrasshopper 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in the same spot you pull out the dipstick you need to get and straw to insert the oil, but if your oil is leaking you should take the car to see what really is happening
2006-08-27 10:40:56 · answer #7 · answered by compadre_sv 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
down the dipstick tube.. pull the dipstick out, it should say on there add 1 quart. When I do it, I add them slowly, I dont overfill. its hard on the gasket. it'll leak out .
2006-08-27 13:31:25 · answer #8 · answered by mr_know_it_all_12345 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1st get your trans. hot then park it on a level surface(keep it running)raise the hood.now pull the stick out and do you see the markings on the stick?put a funnel in the hole and pour some trans. oil in and keep checking it till it reads full.(whatever you do dont overfill it,cause it could blow a seal.just fill it to the full mark on the stick)hope this helps you.good luck.
2006-08-27 09:52:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
on the left side of the motor as you look from the front of it , look towards the back there should be a dip stick , check it with the motor running , you will need a long funnel to put it in
2006-08-27 09:47:13 · answer #10 · answered by foothill4fun 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋