MTF or ATF

Lori0 · 11-28-2008, 05:02 AM

The Honda dealer does not have Honda MTF. Only Honda ATF is available. The service dept. manager says that he uses Honda ATF for all Hondas, whether they are auto or manual.
Should I use Honda ATF in my S2000 or should I look for a quality MTF brand and use it instead?
Keep in mind that we’re dealing in a 3rd World country where there is one Honda dealer with “sole importer rights”. No way I can get Honda MTF until I make a trip to Europe or to the US, and I am not sure airline companies will allow me to carry MTF in my luggage.

Grey_Runner · 11-28-2008, 07:54 AM

have Fedex (or UPS or DHL) ship it in?

otherwise I would try to confirm the Service Department Manger's claim before you fuck up a transmission

speedracer18 · 11-28-2008, 04:33 PM

You think of using an using a different brand like Royal Purple

TegHoe · 11-28-2008, 07:00 PM

I always use honda MTF in mine when doing a tranny flush. After quite a bit of research i decided against other brands due to additives and things like that. ATF and MTF are indeed two different things and shouldnt be used interchangeably, Id take your car somewhere else.

LateApex · 12-03-2008, 01:30 PM

I use GM (AC Delco) Synchromesh Friction Modified Transmission Fluid in my present and prior S2000. Most of my S2000 friends use it as well.

HardtopGuy, a vendor for S2000 parts, will likely be able to ship it to you if you do not have a local GM dealership or part supplier. Be sure to purchase a new sealing washer to install when you change fluid.

Good luck,

LateApex · 12-03-2008, 01:32 PM

Final note. I would not put Honda ATF in my S2000 under any circumstances. It may work with a Civic but the synchros in the S2000 gearbox are unlike any others made by Honda.

kawaii · 07-08-2009, 02:51 AM

how much does it cost to flush out the tranny?

MiMiK · 07-10-2009, 01:48 PM

do not use ATF... use honda MTF. the green label.

CTRparts.com · 09-29-2009, 12:57 PM

The service manager is an idiot. go over to the parts dept. at the dealership and ask them for the MTF. I've never seen a Honda dealership that doesn't carry MTF

Punisher11 · 09-29-2009, 03:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTRparts.com

The service manager is an idiot. go over to the parts dept. at the dealership and ask them for the MTF. I've never seen a Honda dealership that doesn't carry MTF

the guy is from Lebanon...

Enigma · 10-02-2009, 09:40 AM

10w 30

MiMiK · 10-02-2009, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Enigma

10w 30

not in an s2000.

Enigma · 10-02-2009, 04:59 PM

not in an s2k you care about

acirsou · 11-02-2009, 10:26 PM

I accept with information: The Honda dealer does not have Honda MTF. Only Honda ATF is available. The service dept. manager says that he uses Honda ATF for all Hondas, whether they are auto or manual.

HomeydaGRiceboy · 11-02-2009, 11:03 PM

eBay yo!!! Dat shit has everything yo, get yor proper fluids yo.

TegHoe · 11-03-2009, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acirsou

I accept with information: The Honda dealer does not have Honda MTF. Only Honda ATF is available. The service dept. manager says that he uses Honda ATF for all Hondas, whether they are auto or manual.

This guy is probably ruining cars. Use MTF. ATF and MTF are two different things.

11-28-2008, 05:02 AM	#1
Lori0 New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 10	MTF or ATF The Honda dealer does not have Honda MTF. Only Honda ATF is available. The service dept. manager says that he uses Honda ATF for all Hondas, whether they are auto or manual. Should I use Honda ATF in my S2000 or should I look for a quality MTF brand and use it instead? Keep in mind that we’re dealing in a 3rd World country where there is one Honda dealer with “sole importer rights”. No way I can get Honda MTF until I make a trip to Europe or to the US, and I am not sure airline companies will allow me to carry MTF in my luggage.

11-28-2008, 07:54 AM	#2
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11-28-2008, 07:00 PM	#4
TegHoe Moderator Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: San Diego Posts: 4,042	I always use honda MTF in mine when doing a tranny flush. After quite a bit of research i decided against other brands due to additives and things like that. ATF and MTF are indeed two different things and shouldnt be used interchangeably, Id take your car somewhere else. __________________ Stolen: 1995 Integra GS-R Now: 2000 Berlina Black S2000

07-08-2009, 02:51 AM	#7
kawaii Bronze Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: east coast Posts: 837 Images: 2	how much does it cost to flush out the tranny? __________________ Resident Noob. DB8 B18C1

12-03-2008, 01:30 PM	#5
LateApex New Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: St. Chuckles, IL Posts: 25 Images: 4	I use GM (AC Delco) Synchromesh Friction Modified Transmission Fluid in my present and prior S2000. Most of my S2000 friends use it as well. HardtopGuy, a vendor for S2000 parts, will likely be able to ship it to you if you do not have a local GM dealership or part supplier. Be sure to purchase a new sealing washer to install when you change fluid. Good luck,

12-03-2008, 01:32 PM	#6
LateApex New Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: St. Chuckles, IL Posts: 25 Images: 4	Final note. I would not put Honda ATF in my S2000 under any circumstances. It may work with a Civic but the synchros in the S2000 gearbox are unlike any others made by Honda.

07-10-2009, 01:48 PM	#8
MiMiK Moderator Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 7,760	do not use ATF... use honda MTF. the green label. __________________ ~ 2001 Silverstone Metallic Honda S2000

09-29-2009, 12:57 PM	#9
CTRparts.com Authorized Vendor Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 20	The service manager is an idiot. go over to the parts dept. at the dealership and ask them for the MTF. I've never seen a Honda dealership that doesn't carry MTF __________________ Your Honda and Acura parts Superstore! www.CTRparts.com209.521.3966

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