kronickz

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I went to drain my fluid today and saw the bolt with the square in it but the bolt was completely round! I figured it was like the oil drain bolt where you can use a rachet but you can't! How the hell do I get this bolt off because the lower control arm for the front right wheel is in the way so I can't get a socket wrench through. Please help! thanks.

civic-driver

iTrader: (4)

i did this a few days ago... you use just the rachet... like the square part that the socket fits on.. i just switched through a few different sizes and found one that fit.. i use tin foil to keep it of the control arm or whatever it is in front of it...

dru106

iTrader: (13)

All u need is a 3/8 ratchet and use that. No need for socket and make sure u use all ure strength cuz its really tight then u will hear a "SNAP" then its loose. Dont worry u didnt break anything lol.....

kronickz

iTrader: (1)

i tried that bit i couldn't fit it past the subframe thing

TemjinX2

iTrader: (11)

he's right. i did the same thing. Make sure you press the top button on the adjuster before you put it in. Sometimes it won't go unless you do.

RHCP0801

iTrader: (3)

yea just use a 3/8th inch ratchet, thats all i used

civic-driver

iTrader: (4)

the snap scared the crap out of me.... i thought i broke it lol

burke420

iTrader: (4)

it's tricky...but eaasy! now get a funnel to get fluid in

RHCP0801

iTrader: (3)

2.9 quarts

DDragon7

Gotta love removing that for the first time.

scizod

Coud someone post a picture on where the bolt is located? Thanks

DDragon7

Its in your manual or just search for DIY transmission fluid change.

RHCP0801

iTrader: (3)

it takes 2 seconds to find, its on the passenger side right next to the frame, its a bolt with a square in it for the ratchet