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Pressure Testing: Notes

WARNING:
  • While testing, be careful of the rotating front wheels.
  • Make sure lifts, jacks, and safety stands are placed properly (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
CAUTION:
  • Before testing, be sure the transmission fluid is filled to the proper level.
  • Warm up the engine before testing.
  1. Set the parking brake, and block both rear wheels securely.
  2. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
  3. Warm up the engine, then stop the engine and connect a tachometer.
  4. Connect the oil pressure gauges to each inspection hole.

    TORQUE: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf.m, 13 lbf.ft) 

    CAUTION: Connect the oil pressure gauges securely; be sure not to allow dust or other foreign particles to enter the inspection holes.
    Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools
    G06288277Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    NOTE: the A/T Oil Pressure Gauge Set (07406 - 0020003) or A/T Low Pressure Gauge (07406 - 0070000) may also be used.
  5. Measure the following pressure:
  6. Install a new washer and the sealing bolt in the inspection hole, and tighten to the specified torque.

    TORQUE: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf.m, 13 lbf.ft) 

    NOTE: Do not reuse old sealing washers.