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Feb 8, 2008 | 10:12 PM

RKem2

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03 ex tranny fluid

I have an 03 ex that didn't come with an owners manual. I need to know what kind or what weight of tranny fluid to use. Any help would be appreciated.

Feb 9, 2008 | 05:33 AM

reconstyle

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RE: 03 ex tranny fluid

OEM Honda.

Feb 9, 2008 | 05:50 AM

RonJ

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RE: 03 ex tranny fluid

For older Civics, it was acceptable to use certain motor oils in the MT. The MT of newer Civics, however, may be damaged by anything other than Honda MT fluid.

Feb 9, 2008 | 08:35 AM

TheInternet

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RE: 03 ex tranny fluid

Honda OEM MTF is recommended but if you cant get that then its:

API service SG SH or SJ grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10w30 or 10w40 as a temporary replacement.

An SG grade is prefered but SH or SJ may be used if SG is not available.

However motor oil does not contain the proper additives and continued used can cause stiffer shifting. Replace it as soon as it is convenient...

Thats frommy 2001owners manual, I posted a pdf link to the manualin one of my earlier posts you can find it with search...