1996 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 159

Transmission Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid 5-speed Manual Transmission FILLER BOLT Correct level If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an API service SG or SHrated motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 temporarily. Motor oil can cause increased transmission wear and higher shifting effort, so you should have the transmission drained and refilled with Honda MTF as soon as possible. The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Brake and Clutch Fluid Check the fluid level in the reservoirs monthly. There are up to three reservoirs, depending on model. They are: Brake fluid reservoir Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission only) ABS reservoir (cars with ABS) The brake fluid in the brake and Anti-lock brake systems should be replaced every 3 years or 72,000 km (45,000 miles), whichever comes first. Check the fluid level with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle sitting on level ground. Remove the transmission filler bolt and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger. The fluid level should be up to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is not, add genuine Honda Manual Transmission Fluid until it starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely. Maintenance