What transmission fluid is compatible with Honda ATF-Z1?
A: Honda Geuine DW-1 is a synthetic automatic transmission fluid that is equivalent with ATF-Z1.
Is Honda ATF-Z1 the same as ATF DW1?
The DW1 is the new the Z1 is the old. DW1 was made for 2005+ cars. I don’t know which one will be better for the 91′ (with a 96′ transmission) and the 01′ accords we have.
Is the Castrol Z1 ATF compatible with Honda?
Now Castrol has an ATF they claim meets Honda, Toyota and several other makers specs, but it costs almost as much as the Honda Z1 ATF. tulaniq July 6, 2016, 12:55am #4 I have a manual transmission, so automatic transmission fluid isn’t a concern.
Is it OK to use atf-z1 fluid?
Everything that I’ve read online says it’s OK to use if you’ve been using ATF-Z1 fluid. The claimed differences between the two are the ATF-DW1 viscosity is lower (thinner), which translates into better gas mileage, and the lubricating properties have been improved. I am very happy with this product.
Which is better Honda atf-z1 or Honda DW-1?
Also, ATF-DW1 is the official Honda replacement for ATF-Z1. Everything that I’ve read online says it’s OK to use if you’ve been using ATF-Z1 fluid. The claimed differences between the two are the ATF-DW1 viscosity is lower (thinner), which translates into better gas mileage, and the lubricating properties have been improved.
What kind of fluid does a Honda Z1 use?
The Honda ATF is the only fluid that should be the Honda brand. Now Castrol has an ATF they claim meets Honda, Toyota and several other makers specs, but it costs almost as much as the Honda Z1 ATF. I have a manual transmission, so automatic transmission fluid isn’t a concern.
What kind of ATF do I need for a Honda Accord?
For example, the specification written in the owners manual for a 2004 Honda Accord lists the correct ATF as: But now they are calling it “DW-1.” So, long story short, use DW-1 automatic transmission fluid in your Honda Accord. I recommend going with the official stuff, rather than some off-brand.
What can I substitute for Honda atf-z1 fluid?
Can it be replaced with something else, sure. I have regulation Kendall ATF with the Lubeguard FM additive for Honda tossed in in the tranny right now, and shifting is great, no noise, no grinding, and I’ve put on 2500 miles, so I think that it’ll do just fine. Honda has been VERY helpful when the AT’s fail out of warranty.
What kind of transmission fluid does a Honda Accord use?
Recently the question came up regarding The correct automatic transmission fluid (ATF) to use in a Honda Accord. This is made more complicated by the fact that Honda has changed the name designation for it’s ATF since the time that many of the specifications were originally written.
Is the Honda Z1 fluid synthetic or comproise?
The Honda fluid is not synthetic because it is also used in their CVT transmissions that can not use synthetic. This makes the Honda Z1 a comproise fluid since it’s used in two totally different types of transmissions. I have been using Maxlife in my 99 Odyssey for about 3 years now, and it shifts very smooth with no problems.