The Honda Odyssey's transmission oil change cycle is every 40,000 kilometers, with a replacement volume of 4 liters.
The oil can be changed through several methods:
The first is gravity replacement, which is similar to changing engine oil. By loosening the nut at the bottom of the transmission oil pan, the old oil flows out naturally by gravity. Although this method is simple, it cannot completely drain the oil, and residues may remain in the recesses.
The second method is using a flushing machine, where new transmission oil is injected into the machine and old oil is expelled under hydraulic pressure, leading to a cleaner oil circuit. This process typically requires about 10 liters of oil and takes approximately 1 hour.
The third method involves removing the oil pan and replacing the oil, which allows for the cleaning of the oil filter and pan, but the process is cumbersome, and Automobile Sales Service Shops 4S usually prefer not to perform this for car owners.
Symptoms of transmission oil deterioration include slipping, leaking, stalling, unusual noises, high temperatures, and stalling when shifting from P to D, often due to insufficient lubrication, seal issues, or impurities in the oil.
