Accord hybrid, could be my next Honda purchase. Not exactly the same procedure but similar to the CVT fluid change on my 2015 2.4L Accord. Different fluid. Thanks for the vid.
Great, clear video, thank you! I’ve got the e:HEV Civic which looks identical to this under the skin. Certainly a job for a DIY, I’ve done harder engine oil changes over the years, so no excuse to neglect this 👍
I like pushing out just a bit more of the old fluid by putting in a bit of the new fluid with the drain plug still open, after old fluid has drained out. For example, if the expected capacity is 2.6 quarts, and I have 3.0 quarts of the new fluid, I'll put 0.2 quarts of it with drain plug still open. After that drains out, hopefully pushing out some more old fluid with it, I'll close the drain plug, and then put in the expected 2.6 quarts (or a little more to let it drip out of the level check plug). Just have to be careful not to run out of the new fluid.
Process is very similar to changing the CVT on my 2018 1.5t. AllData DIY had me shift it through the gears before checking the overfill bolt (after refilling). The only recommendation I would add to your video, is to have a spare drain bolt. When I took it off of my CVT, the bolt head deformed pretty heavily and I was worried if I put it back on it would strip fully. I replaced it with one from an auto parts store, and ordered an Honda drain bolt that I swapped out the next time I drained it. I've done three or four changes myself now and it's never stripped again, but I have the one from the auto parts store as a spare in case it does.
Thank you for being the first to post about the eCVTs. You got a sub from me today for it. I have 55k on my ‘24 CRV hybrid and have done 2 services. Glad to see I’ve been doing it correctly. I’m assuming there are no filters in these transmissions?
Interesting to see that ecvt actually needed a fluid change like a regular cvt/at. I honestly thought it had less components andor maintenance than a regular ice transmission.
I love these long form hands on technical videos. I’m taking my car to the dealership for an oil change and a pre road trip multi point inspection in a few weeks. What should I ask them to inspect at 7500 miles? I’m thinking coolant level, tires, and the battery.
@@Ok_Mountain_8698 you got it. That’s the basics. Doesn’t hurt to check filers, wiper condition, tire wear, suspension, leaks, etc. make sure nothing odd is going on.
what kind of grease is the most appropriate to prevent rusting of those parts. I normally spray it with some Amsoil Metal protector, but I dont' think that is for harsh conditions. Should I use some thick silicone grease/paste?
Since the Honda hybrid system automatically starts and stops the engine based on battery level and input, what safety precautions should be taken to prevent accidents during fluid changes (oil, ECVT, etc.)? Asking specifically for a 2025 Civic Sedan Hybrid. Currently own an '05 LX and do my own maintenance.
@@ericruzanski best rule of thumb is don’t have the key in the car and make sure ignition is fully tuned off. If your still concerned then disconnect the 12v battery although I’ve never had 1 start on me unexpectedly
Im considering a 2018-2022 accord hybrid. Is changing the transmission fluid the same? What about the inverter coolant? I heard you need a scan tool to bleed out the coolant
@BCautosolutions will do, I'll pick it up tomorrow. Thanks a ton. The 22 accord has been a great car . My other daily is a 17 accord 6+6. Also been a great ride
@@tylergeorge4032 ok double checked because I did in fact confuse myself. The previous gen accord hybrid, 2022 and older uses atf dw1. Sorry about the confusion.
The 2023 seems to have a different layout than the 2020. The filling cap for the 2020 is at the front of the engine and this one is at the side. Do you know where is the level bolt for the 2020 one? MY hybrid's engine and transmission made in Japan. Thanks in Advance.
Sorry this question it's no about trans oil but i'm wondering how accurate is honda oil live percentage minder. I have a 2013 accord sport and oil live is 10% but only reaching 4k miles driven, isn't it too low for only 4k miles?? I use 0w-20 honda full synthetic, do most city driving (just 20 miles daily) with generaly 80-89 F° climate. I was hopping at least 5k oil change intervals for this full synthetic oil.
@@ronrrd3598 no, Honda have effectively adjusted the algorithm to better real world terms as I’m sure they can see themselves what long term oil changes have done to these cars. You can ignore it although I would change oil 5k max will minder should read into the negative by then.
Is there a reason you have over flow coming out if you put back in the same amount that came out? i ask only because i dont have a way to level the car other than putting on ramps and let what ever amount of oil comes out and therefore i will put the amount back in of what came out.
On kind of a similar topic - I was doing a oil change on my '24 Ridgeline - and noticed the casting on the oil pan looked really terrible - it looked almost like cracked glass - some folks have told me its normal so long as its not leaking and is purely cosmetic - has anyone noticed this as well ? should I be concerned - in the meantime honda corporate opened a case and i'll go see a dealer tomorrow morning to see if its anything to be concerned about.
@@BCautosolutions Yup - got back from the dealer - was told its totally superficial and is not structurally compromised or leaking (i didn't see any leaks) - just not what i'd expect from Honda quality . It is a really really ugly looking casting - i've literally seen castings done on the side of a road in some 3rd world country in tik tok videos that look worlds better. I a m good with it so long as its only cosmetic.
I thought these hybrids have no transmission. Is this for the motors that are connected to the wheels or is it for the clutch that connects near highway speeds
Dude, your audio is clipping so hard I had to stop watching the video. I don’t know what microphone setup you’re using, but you need to either turn the mic gain way down or keep the mic further from your mouth so you don’t clip
@@BCautosolutions scott8919's reply is correct, the main thing is it just sounds harsh. The technical explanation is that the recorded volume is so high that the sound literally can't fit within the digital audio file, so the top and bottom of the sound wave is "clipped" off, which makes the audio sound harsh. I actually downloaded the audio for this video and opened it in Audacity to check if the audio really is clipped, and sure enough, I can see that it is.
@@nathan518 understood. Thinking of getting a jdi mic as it seems to be one of the best ones available. Maybe that will help. Also does not help that I do have to keep the mic close to me due to all the ambient noise in the shop that I cannot control. Any advice I’m here for it 👍🏻
@@BCautosolutions Keeping the mic close to you is totally fine as long as you can control how loud the recorded sound is. If your mic (or whatever it's connected to) has a setting called "gain" or "input volume", then turning that down is all you need to do to prevent clipping
Also for the CRV it’s a hair over 3QTs.
@@mikerock1633
Accord 2.6 qts
Civic 2.3 qts
Cr-v awd 3.0
Cr-v 2wd 2.5
Thank you 🙏🏻 I’ve been waiting for this, I’m almost to 30K on my eCVT
Your very welcome
FINALLY SOMEONE MADE THIS VIDEO!!!!
@@jayo8484 🙌
Accord hybrid, could be my next Honda purchase. Not exactly the same procedure but similar to the CVT fluid change on my 2015 2.4L Accord. Different fluid. Thanks for the vid.
@@faxmen09 very welcome
Finally a good video for new accord hybrid. Thank you
@@Adwest2323 very welcome
Thanks u I was looking for long time for my honda hybrid 2024
@@PARMINDERSingh-h1o very welcome
Great video. So glad you don’t have to get the fluid temp up and use a scan tool. As easy as differential fluid.
@@unikornkontroller thank you!
You just got a new subscriber.👍
@@Darien135 thank you
Good info for the DIY
Thanks 👍
I wish there was a way to turn off the lockup clutches so I could have a completely uninterrupted serial hybrid experience if I want.
Great, clear video, thank you! I’ve got the e:HEV Civic which looks identical to this under the skin. Certainly a job for a DIY, I’ve done harder engine oil changes over the years, so no excuse to neglect this 👍
@@lozza9789 absolutely, this IS one of the simplest transmission services out there.
@@BCautosolutions I take it capacities are the same for the Civic too?
I like that measuring bucket from HD, nice little detail.
Also if it has a drivability concern I use a paint strainer.
Nice, I'll buy the fluid this week along with an air filter time to do both. Thanks alot.
@@rahimlee5413 awesome!
I like pushing out just a bit more of the old fluid by putting in a bit of the new fluid with the drain plug still open, after old fluid has drained out.
For example, if the expected capacity is 2.6 quarts, and I have 3.0 quarts of the new fluid, I'll put 0.2 quarts of it with drain plug still open.
After that drains out, hopefully pushing out some more old fluid with it, I'll close the drain plug, and then put in the expected 2.6 quarts (or a little more to let it drip out of the level check plug).
Just have to be careful not to run out of the new fluid.
@@catsspat that works for me. I usually do that with rear diffs as those clutches break down at a high rate
Great info 💪👍
@@speedisf thank you sir
Thank you for this! Good stuff brother!
@@JimG27 very welcome
@BCautosolutions Right on. I did reply back to you in your other video regarding my steering rack
@ trying to keep up. If I didn’t answer you can always ask here as well.
Process is very similar to changing the CVT on my 2018 1.5t. AllData DIY had me shift it through the gears before checking the overfill bolt (after refilling).
The only recommendation I would add to your video, is to have a spare drain bolt. When I took it off of my CVT, the bolt head deformed pretty heavily and I was worried if I put it back on it would strip fully.
I replaced it with one from an auto parts store, and ordered an Honda drain bolt that I swapped out the next time I drained it. I've done three or four changes myself now and it's never stripped again, but I have the one from the auto parts store as a spare in case it does.
@@ixiwixi good point, as these vehicles age and non diligent people may have worked on it the bolts can most definitely get compromised.
Thanks for the information 👍
Any time!
Thank you for being the first to post about the eCVTs.
You got a sub from me today for it.
I have 55k on my ‘24 CRV hybrid and have done 2 services. Glad to see I’ve been doing it correctly. I’m assuming there are no filters in these transmissions?
@@mikerock1633 thanks for the sub and nice job!
Looks very similar to my cvt on my old 2015 Civic.
@@matthewt3586 yep. Very similar process
Interesting to see that ecvt actually needed a fluid change like a regular cvt/at. I honestly thought it had less components andor maintenance than a regular ice transmission.
Me too and I bought this vehicle but the 2024 version.
Thanks for the video BC
@@mark1nyc yup. Your welcome!
@@matthewt3586 no problem
I love these long form hands on technical videos. I’m taking my car to the dealership for an oil change and a pre road trip multi point inspection in a few weeks. What should I ask them to inspect at 7500 miles? I’m thinking coolant level, tires, and the battery.
@@Ok_Mountain_8698 you got it. That’s the basics. Doesn’t hurt to check filers, wiper condition, tire wear, suspension, leaks, etc. make sure nothing odd is going on.
@ thank you!
Could you give advise on change frequency for fluids and oil for 23-25 CRV Hybrid?
First and subsequent changes.
@@PolJanusz this I what I do and recommend:
Oil 3k
Trans 30k
Diff 30k
Coolants 60k
Brake fluid 30k
Honda use to have magnetic drain plugs; there was no mention of cleaning the drain plug, please advise?
@@flashnmb1 that’s right no magnets on these although you can purchase one and install at the time of service . I have them everywhere in my Tlx
what kind of grease is the most appropriate to prevent rusting of those parts. I normally spray it with some Amsoil Metal protector, but I dont' think that is for harsh conditions. Should I use some thick silicone grease/paste?
Have you ever seen a CVT under or over filled from the factory?
@@PLFREF yes both. It’s usually marginal.
Since the Honda hybrid system automatically starts and stops the engine based on battery level and input, what safety precautions should be taken to prevent accidents during fluid changes (oil, ECVT, etc.)? Asking specifically for a 2025 Civic Sedan Hybrid. Currently own an '05 LX and do my own maintenance.
@@ericruzanski best rule of thumb is don’t have the key in the car and make sure ignition is fully tuned off. If your still concerned then disconnect the 12v battery although I’ve never had 1 start on me unexpectedly
@@BCautosolutions Thanks!
Im considering a 2018-2022 accord hybrid. Is changing the transmission fluid the same? What about the inverter coolant? I heard you need a scan tool to bleed out the coolant
I used the atf-dw1 on my 2022 accord hybrid. I thought that was what was recommended. Should i swap it out for this fluid?
@@tylergeorge4032 yeah get that stuff out of there
@BCautosolutions will do, I'll pick it up tomorrow. Thanks a ton. The 22 accord has been a great car . My other daily is a 17 accord 6+6. Also been a great ride
@@tylergeorge4032 hold on I misread, the older gen trans does use atf-dw1. Let me just verify that this morning. Don’t do anything yet.
@@tylergeorge4032 ok double checked because I did in fact confuse myself. The previous gen accord hybrid, 2022 and older uses atf dw1. Sorry about the confusion.
Is this also apply to the 2020 Hybrid Accord? thx.
The 2023 seems to have a different layout than the 2020. The filling cap for the 2020 is at the front of the engine and this one is at the side. Do you know where is the level bolt for the 2020 one? MY hybrid's engine and transmission made in Japan. Thanks in Advance.
Sorry this question it's no about trans oil but i'm wondering how accurate is honda oil live percentage minder. I have a 2013 accord sport and oil live is 10% but only reaching 4k miles driven, isn't it too low for only 4k miles?? I use 0w-20 honda full synthetic, do most city driving (just 20 miles daily) with generaly 80-89 F° climate. I was hopping at least 5k oil change intervals for this full synthetic oil.
@@ronrrd3598 no, Honda have effectively adjusted the algorithm to better real world terms as I’m sure they can see themselves what long term oil changes have done to these cars. You can ignore it although I would change oil 5k max will minder should read into the negative by then.
So no filters on these transmissions?
@@FMB123 not that I can tell from the parts catalog that are serviceable
Would it be possible to retrofit a dipstick on these transmissions in the fill hole? Just curious
@@ChrisHsuCars no, don’t think it would be
Is there a reason you have over flow coming out if you put back in the same amount that came out? i ask only because i dont have a way to level the car other than putting on ramps and let what ever amount of oil comes out and therefore i will put the amount back in of what came out.
Whats the difference between the new ecvt fluid vs the red atf fluid used in the earlier hybrids?
This isn't a transmission, per se, more equivalent to a transfer case, so it's just lubricant for the gears.
On kind of a similar topic - I was doing a oil change on my '24 Ridgeline - and noticed the casting on the oil pan looked really terrible - it looked almost like cracked glass - some folks have told me its normal so long as its not leaking and is purely cosmetic - has anyone noticed this as well ? should I be concerned - in the meantime honda corporate opened a case and i'll go see a dealer tomorrow morning to see if its anything to be concerned about.
@@joewolfe642 yeah it’s pretty normal tbh. Have it checked out just in case but it’s probably nothing out of the norm
@@BCautosolutions Yup - got back from the dealer - was told its totally superficial and is not structurally compromised or leaking (i didn't see any leaks) - just not what i'd expect from Honda quality . It is a really really ugly looking casting - i've literally seen castings done on the side of a road in some 3rd world country in tik tok videos that look worlds better. I a m good with it so long as its only cosmetic.
@ 😅
The sky is falling! The sky is falling! 😂😂
I thought these hybrids have no transmission. Is this for the motors that are connected to the wheels or is it for the clutch that connects near highway speeds
@@Blank00 the transmission has a total of 3 different modes.
I can change my crv hybrid 2023 it's the same as this video
@@sammytj571 yup
Thanks
Crv hybrid 2023 change transmission fluid is the same as this vedio
@@sammytj571 yes
i was told by honda this would void my warranty if i did this myself or changed my own oil.
That's BS, they just want you to bring it in so they can over charge you
Find a new dealer. We would beer void your warranty as long as the fluid wasn’t low and had issues from it.
Remind your dealer of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. That'll shut them up.
Dude, your audio is clipping so hard I had to stop watching the video. I don’t know what microphone setup you’re using, but you need to either turn the mic gain way down or keep the mic further from your mouth so you don’t clip
@@nathan518 what do you mean by clipping? Cutting in and out? Echoing?
Basically there's a lot of harshness to it, like you're talking way too close to the mic and it's blown out. @BCautosolutions
@@BCautosolutions scott8919's reply is correct, the main thing is it just sounds harsh. The technical explanation is that the recorded volume is so high that the sound literally can't fit within the digital audio file, so the top and bottom of the sound wave is "clipped" off, which makes the audio sound harsh.
I actually downloaded the audio for this video and opened it in Audacity to check if the audio really is clipped, and sure enough, I can see that it is.
@@nathan518 understood. Thinking of getting a jdi mic as it seems to be one of the best ones available. Maybe that will help. Also does not help that I do have to keep the mic close to me due to all the ambient noise in the shop that I cannot control. Any advice I’m here for it 👍🏻
@@BCautosolutions Keeping the mic close to you is totally fine as long as you can control how loud the recorded sound is. If your mic (or whatever it's connected to) has a setting called "gain" or "input volume", then turning that down is all you need to do to prevent clipping