How often does PTU fluid actually need to be changed? 2015 Honda CRV AWD

[TheReal_DW]

I’ve seen it being said you never have to change PTU fluid in this vehicle, same with others like the 2020 Trax Service manual. I don’t believe in lifetime fluid, and wanted advice if I want to get the most life out of this vehicle… It shudders a bit at stops and I don’t want to deal with it anymore. What fluid intervals for this vehicle? I don’t want to rely on solely the maintenance minder as I’ve learned there is more to maintenance than oil changes.

The rear differential and PTU fluid and CVT fluid haven’t been changed as far as I know in all 155,000 miles for context

 

[Nukeman7]

The Dual Pump fluid for the rear differential and the CVT fluid should be changed every every 30,000 to 50,000 miles based upon severe duty or normal duty service. At 155,000 miles, you are way, way, way overdue.

Honda Dual Pump II fluid for the rear differential

Honda HCF-2 fluid for the CVT

 

[Snagglefoot]

Are you planning to do it yourself? My Honda Pilot holds a 1/2 quart. The tough part is the plugs are recessed square drives and might be tight. See if you can get it up on four ramps. You’ll be crawling around. Always undo the fill plug first. Mine looked good but I don’t know when it was done last. No scary sludge monster stories.

 

[TheReal_DW]

The Dual Pump fluid for the rear differential and the CVT fluid should be changed every every 30,000 to 50,000 miles based upon severe duty or normal duty service. At 155,000 miles, you are way, way, way overdue.

Honda Dual Pump II fluid for the rear differential

Honda HCF-2 fluid for the CVT

Does the PTU and CVT use the same fluid for this vehicle? I’m getting mixed signals from a few forums. I don’t wanna buy Hypoid oil if the vehicle doesn’t need it

 

[Nukeman7]

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