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I have a 07 honda fit with a trouble code po847 transmission fluid pressure sensor switch b circuit low. Honda civic transmission fluid type and capacity 2001. I asked honda dealer, and they are using for all honda gearboxes, the mobil fluid 424 my thinking. I just changed the transmission fluid in my accord v6. Ensure that you have a little more transmission fluid than the volume listed in your owners manual.
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