Honda Civic 2012 (Reborn) Gear Oil

[khanfarasatis]

I bought this car a while ago and it is VTi Oriel Prosmatec, I was just thinking to change the gear oil. But I am not aware if the past owner has used ATF or CVT. How can I know which was previously used?

Though the oil checking stick has ATF written on it. (I do not have the contact of the past owner).

And also where should I get the oil changed in Karachi?, Is it likely highly recommended I go to the dealership or could it be any good Lubricants shop?

[alibintahir]

if the past owner has used ATF or CVT

NEVER ever use CVT's transmission oil in a non-CVT car. As Civic 8th gen. has a simple Prosmatec transmission and not the CVT, so stick with the recommended Honda ATF transmission oil.

Is it likely highly recommended I go to the dealership

It is advisable NOT to visit the dealership as they will charge you much higher than what you can get done outside at a much lower cost, but make sure to get a GENUINE Honda ATF Transmission oil.

Hope it helps.

[khanfarasatis]

Where would I get the GENUINE Honda ATF Transmission oil in Karachi? And obviously, how would I know if it is certainly genuine? And finally do you recommend me to flush the gear oil and use completely new or shall I just get it refilled (bohat thora kum hoa hai oil)

Thanks for your help man Ali!

[Fahad.Ayub]

The recommended ATF is Honda ATF DW1
I wouldn’t suggest using any other cheaper alternatives.
While at it replace the transmission filter as well. Its an inline filter which resembles old school fuel filters.
Contact Nasir Autos (Plaza Saddar)

[alibintahir]

Where would I get the GENUINE Honda ATF Transmission oil in Karachi?

Sorry, I can't help you there in Karachi as I'm from Isb./Rwp.

Thanks for your help man Ali!

My pleasure. I wish that I could be of any more help you.

[Taimur92]

Where would I get the GENUINE Honda ATF Transmission oil in Karachi? And obviously, how would I know if it is certainly genuine? And finally do you recommend me to flush the gear oil and use completely new or shall I just get it refilled (bohat thora kum hoa hai oil)

Your car requires Honda DW-1 ATF. Get it from Nasir Motors Plaza, Karachi. How much is your car driven? If the transmission fluid has been replaced every 40K KMS, you can go for a simple fluid replacement as per the Honda service manual.

1.Bring the transmission up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).

2.Park the vehicle on the level ground, and turn the engine off.

3.Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).See the upper arrow in the diagram.

4.Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (lower arrow in the diagram).

5.Refill the transmission with the recommended fluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to the upper mark on the dipstick. Always use genuine Honda ATF-Z1 or DW-1 automatic transmission fluid (ATF). Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.

Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity:
2.4 L (2.5 US qt, 2.1 Imp qt) at change
5.9 L (6.2 US qt, 5.2 Imp qt) at overhaul

6.Insert the dipstick back into the transmission.

[anon35615524]

I am not aware if the past owner has used ATF or CVT. How can I know which was previously used?

Well, there are more chances that if / when he changed transmission fluid, he used ATF instead of CVTF.

If you would like to confirm it, the best you can do is to ask its previous owner, if you can manage and he remembers it.

[anon35615524]

where should I get the oil changed in Karachi?

You can go to any reputed garage to have this work done. Simple drain and fill is not a difficult job. Its as simple and plain as a b c or changing engine oil, however, 02~03 things are to be taken care of:

1. Prefer, and use new washer with every ATF change.
2. Car must be parked on a perfectly levelled and horizontal surface.
3. If ATF level has to be checked when HOT, or when car is at optimum working temperature, then ensure it.

If these things can be taken care of, I think, then its not a difficult job.

I go to the dealership or could it be any good Lubricants shop?

No need to go to dealership; any good shop can do it.

[anon35615524]

Where would I get the GENUINE Honda ATF Transmission oil in Karachi?

how would I know if it is certainly genuine?

You can get it from any reputed 1S dealership in Karachi, which deal in spare parts for Honda vehicles.

You may check following, official links for details:

https://www.honda.com.pk/index.php/dealer-network/#1570477606141-fd668545-706a (3S List)

https://www.honda.com.pk/index.php/dealer-network/#1570477309868-9eb1347a-0be9 (2S List)

https://www.honda.com.pk/index.php/dealer-network/#1570477309850-bffa3c42-c37c (1S Delaers, and most preferable IMO)

Another good place to buy genuine parts is Pakwheels Auto Store ( https://www.pakwheels.com/accessories-spare-parts/ ) or Parts Central PK ( https://www.facebook.com/PartsCentralPK/ ).

The products will be guaranteed to be authentic.

[anon35615524]

do you recommend me to flush the gear oil and use completely new or shall I just get it refilled

It all depends on you, and condition of oil. If oil is extremely dirty, you are not sure what has happened with it in the past?, and, complete flushing is not painstaking and expensive, and you can afford time, finances, and buying almost 7L of Honda Genuine ATF, then you may go for complete flushing. Otherwise, simple drain and fill would also suffice.

I hope, all above helps and guides. Thank you.

[shiekh123]

I think you should visit a 3s dealership to be on the safe side. Once you are sure about which gear oil gonna used then you can opt for any company operated shop/dealership to buy. Oil change should be done through a professional

[syeddanishanwar]

I have replied about the question in another post. Here is the link.

Some 'experts' wrongly suggest that the transmission fluid should be flushed completely. This is a wasteful and unnecessary activity. I advise you to do your own research and never TRUST anyone even the experts. General Motors technical service bulletin advises against flushing the ATF fluid. [image] According to an online source: [image] Honda Reborn (2006-2012) manual recommends changing the ATF fluid every 40,000 KM. A complete flush will require 7 liters or about Rs. 13,000.…