Honda Element 2003-2006 (4AT) - ATF Filter and Fluid Change

In this video the process for a "Transmission Fluid Flush" (drain and fill of the ATF three times) is outlined for the 2003-2006 Honda Element (4AT) along with the changing of the transmission fluid filter. Doing this is a good for the life and performance of the automatic transmission. This process is similar for the platform sibling CR-V, but consult the service manual for any differences. Honda Parts Used: ATF Filter - 25430-PLR-003 https://www.hondapartsnow.com/genuine/honda~filter~25430-plr-003.html ATF Drain Plug Washer - 90471-PX4-000 https://www.hondapartsnow.com/genuine/honda~washer~drain~plug~90471-px4-000.html ATF DW-1 Fluid (Obtained at local dealer) http://www.worldpac.com/tagged/HONDA_DW-1_ATF_08200-9008_OES_(USA)_and_CA66844_OES_(Canada).pdf ATF Fluid Capacity (per Fig. 200 in Honda Service Manual for 2003-2006 Element): AWD model: 3.3 U.S. qts. at drain and fill 7.6 U.S. qts. at full system overhaul/capacity 2WD Model: 3.4 U.S. qts. at drain and fill 7.2 U.S. qts. at full system overhaul/capacity Torque setting of drain plug with new crush washer: 36 ft/lbs.