Honda: How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid Feb 19, 2015This article applies to the Honda Accord, and Civic (1992-2000). Transmission fluid is what allows the user to shift between gears smoothly. Transmission fluid that is dirty or burnt will cause the transmission to miss shifts or shift too hard. What Happens If You Use The Wrong Transmission Fluid? - AAMCO Colorado Jan 31, 2018You first must know if your car requires automatic or manual transmission fluid. Then determine if your car is an automatic transmission if it has a continuously variable transmission. Hi,my name is Petrus, i accidentally used ATF fluid instead of CVT in my automatic Honda fit,so it takes a while to take off, max-30 minutes