Honda Accord Tourer - Changing ATF

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Sun 9 May 2010 07:56
Honda Accord Tourer - Changing ATF - lovehandles

Hello Everybody,

I have just agreed to purchase a Honda Accord Tourer diesel automatic from a Honda dealer (13 months old & 8,800 miles) - as this will be my first ever automatic car can any auto experts advise on how often the ATF should be changed ?

I wish to keep the car for as long as possible so am wondering if changing the ATF every 2 years is ok (my annual milage is circa 15,000).

Also I tow a camping trailer (weight of 280 kg) to the west coast of France (from West Yorkshire) - is this an issue with an auto box ?

Many thanks for your help.

Matt

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Mon 10 May 2010 16:49
Honda Accord Tourer - Changing ATF - Pica

I have the CRV with the same engine and gearbox and I am not planning on changing my ATF unless they do it at as part of their routine schedule.

You need to note that Honda have reduced the max towing weight for these vehicles to 1100KG I believe

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