I imagine the newer ones like the ZF9 have a different procedure.

 

Just for you, and if your Honda is level, check it cold before starting the engine, and then do it the recommended way.
Please post back at what you find.
Thanks, (and so easy and free to do)
Buffalo4
PS: I think quite a few would be interested and maybe even try it themselves!!!!!!!!

 

I didn't check cold but I did do another experiment today.

The vehicle in question was my Fit. After finding that dealership web site, I had searched for 2007 honda fit transmission checking information and every result said to check while running.

I should mention that I already know full well the correct way to check the transmission fluid, and it's not while running. So I ran with it and checked it hot and while running. The fluid was in the hash marks.

Needless to say that when I checked it correctly it was about half a quart low.

 

The Honda Odyssey , at least my '03, is supposed to be checked with the engine off and within 60-90 sec after shutting it off. Vehicle at operating temp and level.
Checking ATF levels on most other brands is done with the engine running.
Buffalo4

 

Proper way to check transmission fluid level for 2014...

Good afternoon. Whats the proper way to check the transmission fluid level.for my 2014 Honda Odyssey. I just wanted to get any accurate reading. I tried it when the engine is on (on operating temperature) and when the engine is off. Please help.

www.odyclub.com

 

I think the issue is that to the best of my knowledge, all Hondas are checked hot, off, 60-90 secs.

I have found so much incorrect information across the web that states to check these transmissions hot and on.

I'm wondering what started the incorrect information spamming.

 

I'm wondering what started the incorrect information spamming.

People assuming it's the same procedure as other automatic transmission vehicles.

 

I think the issue is that to the best of my knowledge, all Hondas are checked hot, off, 60-90 secs.

And that's what your Owner's Manual says. (haven't checked the latest 9&10 speed trans)

I recently stumbled on to a Honda dealer's website where they stated that to check the transmission fluid in your Honda, it must be up to temp and running.

Makes me wonder where the dealer is getting that information from. Oh wait, dealer. No wonder I rarely trust them!

People assuming it's the same procedure as other automatic transmission vehicles.

Right, like "How do I drop the pan so I can change the transmission fluid?"