I refilled the transmission fluid in my 2019 Honda Civic at roughly 40k miles because I was using it every day to go through the city. I am wondering if this is accurate or if it is just designed to activate after a specific number of miles after noticing that maintenance code 3 was activated to replenish the transmission fluid once more.
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For your 2019 Honda Civic, the Maintenance Minder system uses different codes to show when certain services are needed. Maintenance code 3 means it’s time to change the transmission fluid.
Honda usually suggests changing the transmission fluid every 60,000 miles if you drive normally. If you often drive in tough conditions, like city driving, you might need to change it sooner. Since you refilled it at 40,000 miles because of daily city driving, this fits with the more frequent maintenance needed for severe conditions.
Hi, It’s possible to lose fluid through seals or other issues, but it’s more likely that the maintenance code is simply a standard reminder for a fluid change rather than indicating a problem.
Understanding Maintenance Code 3
- Purpose: This code usually indicates that the transmission fluid needs to be changed or checked. It serves as a preventative measure for maintaining optimal transmission health.
- Ignore at Your Own Risk: Although it may seem minor, ignoring this code could lead to transmission issues over time.