2014 Honda Civic 2014 Civic Hybrid Owner's Manual - Page 298

uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Transmission Fluid Transmission Fluid ■ Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid Specified fluid: Honda CVTF (continuously variable transmission fluid) Check 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 then turn off the engine. u Perform step 3 after waiting for about 60 seconds (less than 90 seconds). 3. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth. Upper Mark HOT Range Lower Mark 4. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely, as shown in the image. 5. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. u It should be between the upper and lower marks in the HOT range. 6. 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, and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately. 1 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid NOTICE Do not mix Honda CVTF with other transmission fluids. Using a transmission fluid other than Honda CVTF may adversely affect the operation and durability of your vehicle's transmission, and damage the transmission. Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that is not equivalent to Honda CVTF is not covered by Honda's new vehicle warranty. NOTICE Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can damage components in the engine compartment. 297 Maintenance