Sorry to bump an old thread....but my parents have a 1986 Honda Civic CRX (yea....kinda weird....right? Is it a CRX? or a Civic? Anyways, it's a "coupe" if that matters) with the manual transmission.
They've mentioned to me that the trans has been slipping and such....they just replaced the clutch with the BECK/ARNLEY Part # 0619080 from rockauto.com when asked if they added fluid, they were dumfounded...huh? Fluid in a manual transmission? That doesn't make sense!
So, am I crazy? That I recommended fluid check, or are they crazy? For not realizing a manual transmission takes fluid
They do not have a manual for the vehicle.....so when I need to consult a source on fluid recommendations, I typically go to amsoil.com
They seem to be right for hte most part on the specs/fluids there....
And they do indeed list:
Manual Transmission,......SJ
All TEMPS......10W-30, 10W-40
SAE 10W-30 Signature Series 100% Synthetic Motor Oil (ATMQT)
XL 10W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil (XLTQT)
Synthetic 10W30 OE Motor Oil (OETQT)
Which I believe to be "correct" - how can I instruct them on adding Transmission fluid to their 1986 Honda Civic/CRX?
They told me their is no "dipstick" - so I'm thinking there must be a weep-hole/spout/plug somewhere down y'onder where the fluid can be checked/added, similar to a differential..?
That being said....noticed Amsoil also specs DOT3 Brake Fluid for the "Clutch Fluid" - I'm thinking if they did not know there vehicle need(s) "manual" transmission fluid, they may also be low/out of "clutch fluid" too.....so, where would this be located to check/add the clutch fluid? Or is the brake/clutch fluid shared between the clutch and the brake fluid reservoir? They told me the brakes are fine, stops on a dime.....so the "Clutch Fluid" may be "OK" anyhow....but wouldn't hurt to let them know where to find it in the future
Just trying to help them out...hehe. With the "new" clutch in there.....I'd hate to see them burn that one up.....