Automatic transmission shift stalling engine

1991 ACURA INTEGRA
237 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PLAWLOR02
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Hello,

Vehicle- 1991 Acura Integra LS Coupe automatic with 237 miles on the chasis.

Recently, was repairing and replacing my Thermostat. I removed my Distributor in order o get to it. I believe i replaced it properly.

Here's the problem.
The automatic transmission shift lever usually has a delay after the vehicle is driven and in park. It usually takes 30-60 secs before the S3 moves to P even after i have shifted into park. Now, the problem is that it even wants to shift while I am driving. I think one of the relays are out.
Either the Automatic Transaxle Interlock control unit, the Automatic Transaxle control unit, or the main computer...

I cannot drive the car more than 1 block before the Yellow check engine light comes on, while the Automatic shift lever starts making a 'CLICKING Sound

Then, it has a hard time starting because the automatic shift lever shows that it is in Park and S3 and the same time.

May 16, 2011 at 9:32 PM
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HMAC300
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have the car scanned for codes, an auto part store won't be able to do this as it may be a trans problem and most auto parts stores only pick up engine codes. Especially since your service light is coming on.
May 16, 2011 at 10:40 PM
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