2012 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 355

Transmission Fluid Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spill immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK V6 models Always use Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid). 6. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration. The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the Maintenance MinderTM (see page 335 ). If you are not sure how to add fluid, contact your dealer. 4. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. 5. If the level is below the lower mark, add fluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to the level between the upper and lower marks. Use only Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission f luid). Do not mix with other transmission f luids. Using transmission f luid other than Honda ATF DW-1 may cause deterioration in transmission operation and durability, and could result in damage to the transmission. Damage resulting f rom the use of transmission f luid other than Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered by the Honda new vehicle warranty. Maintenance 352 2012 Accord Sedan