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Honda Accord Transmission Fluid

Which transmission fluid the Honda Accord uses by model year and transmission, and how to check the level.

Quick answer

Honda HCF-2 (CVT) or Honda ATF Type 2.0 (10-speed automatic), as specified in the 2020 Accord owner's manual — confirm for your model year. Dipstick: No. Fluid depends on the transmission. The 2020 Accord owner's manual specifies HCF-2 for the CVT and ATF Type 2.0 for the 10-speed automatic; do not use ATF DW-1 unless your manual says so. Fill capacity and change interval depend on your exact year, engine and transmission, so they are not listed here — use your owner's manual.

Updated October 24, 2026

Confirm your exact version. The Honda Accord was sold across several model years and more than one transmission. What is shown here is general guidance and has not been verified for every individual configuration. Before buying fluid or servicing, confirm the fluid spec, capacity, and check procedure for your exact model year and transmission using the owner's manual or a dealer parts lookup for your VIN.

Fluid specifications

Fluid (confirm for your year): Honda HCF-2 (CVT) or Honda ATF Type 2.0 (10-speed automatic), as specified in the 2020 Accord owner's manual — confirm for your model year
Transmission: CVT (1.5T) or 10-speed automatic (2.0T)
Capacity and interval: Not listed — varies by year, engine and transmission. See your owner's manual.
Dipstick: No
Applies to: 2018–present

This is general guidance for the Honda Accord. Always confirm the exact fluid spec and capacity for your model year in the owner's manual before servicing. Official source: Honda owner's manuals and service information.

How to check it

Because the Honda Accord is sealed, the fluid is checked from underneath at the fill/level plug with the vehicle level and the fluid at a specified temperature. See our step-by-step guides:

Frequently asked questions

What type of transmission fluid does the Honda Accord use?+

For the Honda Accord: Honda HCF-2 (CVT) or Honda ATF Type 2.0 (10-speed automatic), as specified in the 2020 Accord owner's manual — confirm for your model year. Always confirm the exact specification for your model year in the owner's manual before topping up or changing fluid — using the wrong fluid can damage the transmission.

Does the Honda Accord have a transmission dipstick?+

Most Honda Accord models are sealed and do not have a transmission dipstick, so the fluid is checked from a fill/level plug at a specified temperature.

How often should Honda Accord transmission fluid be changed?+

The interval depends on your model year, transmission and how the vehicle is used, so we do not publish a single number for the Honda Accord. Your owner's manual or maintenance schedule gives the interval, usually with a shorter one for severe service such as towing, extreme heat or stop-and-go driving.

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