287uuMaintenance Under the HooduTransmission FluidMaintenanceTransmission FluidCheck the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.1. Park on level ground, and start the engine.2. Wait until the radiator fan starts and thenturn off the engine.u Perform step 3 after waiting for about 60seconds (less than 90 seconds).3. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from thetransmission and wipe it with a clean cloth.4. Insert the dipstick all the way back into thetransmission securely, as shown in theimage.5. Remove the dipstick and check the fluidlevel.u It should be between the upper andlower marks in the HOT range.6. If the level is below the lower mark, addfluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to thelevel between the upper and lower marks,and have your vehicle checked by a dealerimmediately.■ Automatic Transmission FluidSpecified fluid: Acura ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)1Automatic Transmission FluidNOTICEDo not mix Acura ATF DW-1 with othertransmission fluids.Using a transmission fluid other than Acura ATFDW-1 may adversely affect the operation anddurability of your vehicle’s transmission, and damagethe transmission.Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid thatis not equivalent to Acura ATF DW-1 is not coveredby Acura’s new vehicle warranty.NOTICEPour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spillany. Clean up any spills immediately; they candamage components in the engine compartment.Upper MarkLower MarkHOTRange
