Honda Repair: Honda fluids, quality name brand, autoparts store


Question
What is the real scoop. Do I need Honda certified oil,atf antifreeze,p/s and brake fluid.
Will top quality name brand fluids void my warranty? This really has me puzzled.Thank you for any and all info.
Jack

Answer
Engine oil--no.  Honda uses Mobil as their manufacturer of oil but it depends upon the dealership.

ATF--absolutely use Honda.  The shift quality will be affected.  

P/s fluid--absolutely use Honda.  It will destroy the pumps if you don't use Honda p/s fluid.  You can buy Honda specific at the autoparts store.

Brake fluid--no.  Brand doesn't matter as long as you use Dot3.  

I always use Honda fluids myself, even oil.  I just personally think that the fluids manufactured for that car are the best.  

Will it void the warranty if you use something other than recommended.  Yes, if they can prove that you used something other than what was manufactured.