Most manuals transmissions are pretty similar when it comes to fluid changes. There is typically a drain bolt near the bottom of the trans and a separate fill bolt near the top. Get your drain pan ready (trans fluid can be nasty stuff and you don’t wan to make a mess) Loosen the drain bolt. (some are an actual bolt that requires a socket and others like the Honda in the video only require you to use a ratchet) Take the plug out and let the old trans fluid drain.

Be sure to keep track of the plug and also clean it thoroughly and look for any debris, metal shavings, or dirt. In the video a home made contraption is used to refill the trans, but I would recommend going to your local auto store and picking up a fluid pump. Basically a simple hand pump with tubes on both sides that works to siphon fluid from the bottle to the transmission. Most pumps are under $10 bucks.

Make sure you check your Haynes manual or factory service manual for the proper fluid type. Most transmissions use a top plug to fill the trans so use your pump and refill the trans with the recommended amount of fluid. Afterward be sure to install your drain plugs and start the vehicle making sure there are no leaks of any kind.

Every car and truck will be different but as stated in the video look in the engine bay for a second dipstick (just like the one you use to check your oil) Most vehicles need to be running and in park or neutral and it’s recommended that the vehicle be warmed up to get a proper reading.

On most make and models if you are showing low fluid levels you will actually top off by pouring fluid through the dipstick itself. VERY IMPORTANT! always be sure to check your service manual to make sure you get the proper type of fluid for your transmission. There are several different types and they are not interchangeable.