2016-2020 Acura MDX 3.5L V6 Auto AWD Transmission JDM J35Y5

Eliminate transmission slipping, harsh gear engagement, and diagnostic trouble codes with this premium JDM 2016-2020 Acura MDX AWD 9-Speed Automatic Transmission. Imported directly from Japan, this genuine OEM powertrain component carries the precision engineering necessary to pair perfectly with your 3.5L i-VTEC V6 J35Y5 Earth Dreams engine. Hand-selected from clean, low-mileage Japanese donor vehicles, these JDM units have significantly fewer miles (approximately 45k–60k) compared to domestic high-mileage salvage options. Built to support Acura's advanced Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) architecture, this authentic factory planetary transmission restores smooth gear transitions, optimal electronic shifting efficiency, and original luxury performance.

Vehicle Specifications

• Year Range: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

• Make & Model: Acura MDX (Third Generation / YD3 Chassis Facelift Years)

• Compatible Engine: Honda/Acura 3.5L Earth Dreams V6 (J35Y5 / J35Y6 Block Families)

• Transmission Type: Advanced 9-Speed Automatic (Electronic Push-Button Shifter Setup)

• Drivetrain Layout: AWD / SH-AWD (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive Layout)

• Origin: Japan (Genuine OEM Japanese Domestic Market Import)

• Condition: Premium Used Import (Inspected, cleaned, and hydraulic bench-tested)

Vehicle Fitments

• Direct US-Spec Replacement: 2016-2020 Acura MDX equipped with the 3.5L V6 engine and All-Wheel Drive (AWD) planetary drivetrain system.

• Trim Level Compatibility: Fits AWD configurations across all primary packages including Base, Technology, A-Spec, Advance, and Entertainment models.

• Does NOT Fit: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) configurations, Sport Hybrid 7-speed DCT models, or older 2014-2015 6-speed automatic configurations.

Included Parts

• Transmission Core: Complete JDM 9-Speed Automatic Gearbox Casing and Internal Planetary Gear Assemblies

• Torque Converter: Factory-matched heavy-duty multi-plate lockup torque converter (inspected and included)

• Transfer Case Unit: Attached JDM AWD power take-off / transfer section

• Sensors & Solenoids: Internal shift solenoids, temperature fluid sensors, and electronic valve body wiring plugs intact

Installation & USDM Drop-In Notes

• Sensor & External Component Swapping: While the core mechanical gearing, casing geometry, and torque converter are 100% identical to the domestic unit, installers must transfer your original US-spec outer engine/transmission wiring harness, external cooling lines, heat exchanger, and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) from your old transmission to guarantee an exact plug-and-play communication match with your vehicle's factory computer.

• Fluid Requirement (Critical): Always thoroughly flush your SUV's external transmission lines and radiator auxiliary fluid lines before starting the replacement unit. Refill exclusively with Genuine Acura / Honda ATF Type 3.1 fluid (or identical ZF 9-speed approved fluid specification) to ensure proper hydraulic line pressures and prevent clutch plate degradation. Do not use generic multi-vehicle fluids.

• Preventative Maintenance: To protect your investment and avoid future labor, it is highly recommended to replace the left and right axle output seals, input shaft seal, and the engine-side rear main seal while the transmission is separated from the block.