It is not a good idea to replace parts on advise. It sounds like you have an internal problem. I worked on Honda cars for 18 years & repaired hundreds of Auto/Trans. before Honda started there A/T Rebuild plant. The best thing for you to do now is have fluid checked. Ck. for proper level & color. If it's brown & smells burnt, theres a problem, it should be red. You need to take it to a Honda Dealer. Ask to have a/t cable checked for damage & proper adjustment. If thats o.k. then ask for a "Pressure Test". This test is done w/a gauge set that has hoses connected to ports on the trans. . This is the only way to avoid replacing several parts that do not need replacing.
Ask for a Tech. that has experience with a/t repair. Ask for their readings from press. test if done, ask them to write down readings & show you results compared to Honda Service Manual & what the reading results show to be bad in trans. . You have the right, and if you do not ask them these questions, you may get ripped. This could take an hour or two to diognose & it's miticulus & agrivating to the tech. . They will not even do it if you don't ask. Be carefull purchasing "used" transmissions also. Make sure it comes from a place with a warranty. If you plan on keeping the car & it does need a trans., I would purchase a rebuilt Honda Trans. . Good Luck.
Jul 14, 2009 at 5:29 AM
