Yes, Acura vehicles do require a special transmission fluid. The recommended transmission fluid for Acura cars is Acura ATF-DW1. This fluid is specially designed for Acura vehicles and provides smooth shifting. It is a high-quality fluid with a high viscosity index.
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- Can I use any brand of transmission fluid?
- Is Honda and Acura ATF the same?
- What kind of transmission fluid does an Acura take?
- Does it matter what kind of transmission fluid you put in your car?
- What would happen if I put the wrong transmission fluid in my car?
- What happens if you use the wrong transmission fluid?
- Can I use Honda transmission fluid in Acura?
- What happens if you put regular ATF in a CVT transmission?
- Can Honda use any transmission fluid?
- Do Hondas need special transmission fluid?
Can I use any brand of transmission fluid?
If it meets the manufacturer’s specifications, yes. In some cases, aftermarket products might not work as well as the car manufacturer’s product, but it shouldn’t damage the tranny as long as it meets the manufacturer’s specifications EXACTLY.
Is Honda and Acura ATF the same?
no they are different, one come in green/ red bottle and the other in blue bottle. Acura bottle has a premium price over Honda, in the end YES they are the same fluid but Honda one is cheaper.
What kind of transmission fluid does an Acura take?
ATF Type 3.1
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) provides hydraulic power to perform transmission functions, such as shifting gears. It also lubricates and cools internal components. ATF Type 3.1 is specifically designed for use with the 9-speed automatic transmission.
Does it matter what kind of transmission fluid you put in your car?
The type of transmission fluid you should use depends upon the make, model and year of your vehicle. For example, many General Motor cars will require a DEXRON fluid and Ford cars commonly specify a MERCON fluid. Always follow the vehicle manufacturer recommendation for proper fluid use and change interval.
What would happen if I put the wrong transmission fluid in my car?
Driving with the wrong type of fluid can cause premature wear and tear of the transmission, issues with efficiency, and, unfortunately, high repair costs.
What happens if you use the wrong transmission fluid?
When you accidentally use the wrong transmission fluid, there are a few common signs that your transmission will throw off indicating wrong fluid: The car will stall while shifting gears. Your engine will produce a clunking sound. The gears will begin to slip.
Can I use Honda transmission fluid in Acura?
You can use whatever fluid you like. But given the reputation of Honda/Acura transmissions, and the negligible price difference, and the potential cost of a new transmission…
What happens if you put regular ATF in a CVT transmission?
One should never mix regular manual or automatic transmission fluid with CVT fluid or vice versa. While an advanced car can run with the wrong transmission fluid, it will end in damage. The worst is that the user might not even notice anything has gone wrong until the issues have already progressed.
Can Honda use any transmission fluid?
Using Third Party Fluids in a Honda
The bottom line is that saving a few dollars to buy a generic fluid is not worth risking a several thousand dollar repair down the road. Use Honda brand fluids for maximum performance and reliability, it is much more than a marketing gimmick.
Do Hondas need special transmission fluid?
The simple answer: Yes.
