transmission dipstick 99 civic

[Scott]

I just changed the tranny fluid on my daughters 99 Honda civic. When I went to put the dipstick back in, I noticed that it is really loose fitting in the hole. I mean, you’d think that it would kind of snuggly fit in there but it doesn’t. It just kind of sits there. I can even wiggle it around a little bit. I am concerned that dirt and road grime will make its way into the tranny. Is this normal? Should I just buy a new dipstick?

This is my first post to this site. Love the YouTube videos. If I have to buy a new dipstick, can you guys recommend a place on the net? Our local “stealerships” are outrageously overpriced on everything. $10.50 for a Qt. of tranny fluid? really?

Thank you in advance for the replies.

Scott

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[college man]

You either need a new stick or rubber. see if this helps.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_kw=honda+civic+dipstick

[Scott]

Thanks College Man. $30 on eBay is better than the $45 the stealership wanted. I wonder if I could just buy the rubber somewhere?

Scott

[EricTheCarGuy]

They do get that way after a while. It would be a good idea to replace it. Rather than paying list you might consider an online option. I get stuff from here from time to time.

http://www.hondapartsnow.com

As an aside, I hope you used Honda fluid. Those transmissions only like Honda fluid. Use of other fluids can cause shifting issues.

[Scott]

Yes, I did use the Honda fluid and I just ordered the new tranny dipstick from an eBay vendor last night.

Thanks for the help everyone.

[Author]

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