98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter.
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98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter.
I am looking at buying this 98 Civic, automatic. Owner says the car wont shift on its own, you have to manually do it. What do you think the problem could be? The fix?
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (Swags04)
i am far from an auto tranny expert, but it sounds valve body related. that would mean the tranny has to come out.
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (Swags04)
http://techauto.te.funpic.org/transmission.php
thats a damn good guide..
i found on google for you..
look like you ned to clean the solenoid
let me know how that works for you
thats a damn good guide..
i found on google for you..
look like you ned to clean the solenoid
let me know how that works for you
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (gezzuzz)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by gezzuzz »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">http://techauto.te.funpic.org/transmission.php
thats a damn good guide..
i found on google for you..</TD></TR></TABLE>
props to gezzuzz if that works..
thats a damn good guide..
i found on google for you..</TD></TR></TABLE>
props to gezzuzz if that works..
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (Rodney)
sounds good to me. i would swithc it out,,, that said because i heard it can be hard on the trans sifting manually.. but hey good way to drop the car price trying to buy it
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (gezzuzz)
Wow that is a lot of work for something like that, is this a common problem on automatics?
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (EL Vap133)
I have not an idea, I guess we will see when I get the car!
Any other ideas?
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (Swags04)
Try giving it a flush and refill with OEM ATF after cleaning out the solenoid valve assembly and check the TPS with a volt meter... You're looking for ~0.5v closed and ~ 5v @ WOT... Worse comes to worst, you can try swapping PCM's with a known good...
Shifting the car manually can be a little bit harsh on the clutch discs and TC because you're starting out in 2nd gear from a dead stop...
I hope you're not paying more than 2K for the car...
Shifting the car manually can be a little bit harsh on the clutch discs and TC because you're starting out in 2nd gear from a dead stop...
I hope you're not paying more than 2K for the car...
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (Chim Chim)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Chim Chim »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Try giving it a flush and refill with OEM ATF after cleaning out the solenoid valve assembly and check the TPS with a volt meter... You're looking for ~0.5v closed and ~ 5v @ WOT... Worse comes to worst, you can try swapping PCM's with a known good...
Shifting the car manually can be a little bit harsh on the clutch discs and TC because you're starting out in 2nd gear from a dead stop...
I hope you're not paying more than 2K for the car... </TD></TR></TABLE>
Ummmm, the car is AUTOMATIC....
Shifting the car manually can be a little bit harsh on the clutch discs and TC because you're starting out in 2nd gear from a dead stop...
I hope you're not paying more than 2K for the car... </TD></TR></TABLE>
Ummmm, the car is AUTOMATIC....
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (cwf1988)
my friend blew the tranny on his explorer, and its goin to cost him $1900 to have it re built
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (Swags04)
There is a known problem with automatics in civics between 96-2000. It could be the linear solenoid, which is different then the solenoid shown in the other post. Is the check engine light on or the D4 trans position indicator flashing? How many miles on the car? Civic autos are usually good to 150k+. I have read about the need to shift manually when the linear solenoid goes bad...
TSB Number: 00-012
Date: June 20, 2000
Applies To:
1996-00 Civic - See VEHICLES AFFECTED
1997-99 CR-V - See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Harsh Shifting Automatic Transmission
(Supersedes 00-012, dated April 4, 2000)
SYMPTOM:
The transmission shifts harshly, or it may stay in first gear. The MIL may be on with DTC P0730 or P0715 stored.
PROBABLE CAUSE:
Contamination of the linear solenoid and its associated passages inside the transmission.
VEHICLES AFFECTED:
1996-99 Civic - All with A/T (except HX with CVT)
2000 Civic:
• 4-door DX, LX - From VIN 1HGEJ6...YL000001 thru 1HGEJ6...YL019847
• 4-door EX - From VIN 1HGEJ8...YL000001 thru 1HGEJ8...YL020169
• 4-door EX - From VIN 2HGEJ8...YH500001 thru 2HGEJ8...YH522686
• 2-door DX - From VIN 1HGEJ6...YL000001 thru 1HGEJ6...YL025993
• 2-door EX - From VIN 1HGEJ8...YL000001 thru 1HGEJ8...YL026389
• 3-door CX, DX - From VIN 2HGEJ6...YH100001 thru 2HGEJ6...YH1025571997-99 CR-V - All
CORRECTIVE ACTION:
Flush the transmission with Genuine Honda ATF, then replace the linear solenoid.
PARTS INFORMATION:
Linear Solenoid Assembly/N 28250-P4R-315, H/C 5317219
*Drain Bolt Washer: P/N 90471-PX4-000, H/C 3300936*
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
TSB Number: 00-012
Date: June 20, 2000
Applies To:
1996-00 Civic - See VEHICLES AFFECTED
1997-99 CR-V - See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Harsh Shifting Automatic Transmission
(Supersedes 00-012, dated April 4, 2000)
SYMPTOM:
The transmission shifts harshly, or it may stay in first gear. The MIL may be on with DTC P0730 or P0715 stored.
PROBABLE CAUSE:
Contamination of the linear solenoid and its associated passages inside the transmission.
VEHICLES AFFECTED:
1996-99 Civic - All with A/T (except HX with CVT)
2000 Civic:
• 4-door DX, LX - From VIN 1HGEJ6...YL000001 thru 1HGEJ6...YL019847
• 4-door EX - From VIN 1HGEJ8...YL000001 thru 1HGEJ8...YL020169
• 4-door EX - From VIN 2HGEJ8...YH500001 thru 2HGEJ8...YH522686
• 2-door DX - From VIN 1HGEJ6...YL000001 thru 1HGEJ6...YL025993
• 2-door EX - From VIN 1HGEJ8...YL000001 thru 1HGEJ8...YL026389
• 3-door CX, DX - From VIN 2HGEJ6...YH100001 thru 2HGEJ6...YH1025571997-99 CR-V - All
CORRECTIVE ACTION:
Flush the transmission with Genuine Honda ATF, then replace the linear solenoid.
PARTS INFORMATION:
Linear Solenoid Assembly/N 28250-P4R-315, H/C 5317219
*Drain Bolt Washer: P/N 90471-PX4-000, H/C 3300936*
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
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Sounds like the pressure valve/valve assembly.
Though much like Rodney said, I'm no auto transmission expert.
I'd drive it home and swap trannies, manual FTW.
Though much like Rodney said, I'm no auto transmission expert.
I'd drive it home and swap trannies, manual FTW.
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (Swags04)
after 98 honda auto tranys are either ok or garbage. this one sounds like garbage. don't buy it and you'll be happier with the results... they are never cheap to fix or replace and a manual has a lower blue book value but is historicly more dependable and durable.
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Re: 98 Civic Automatic - Wont Shift on it's own, must manually move shifter. (turnsignalandy)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by turnsignalandy »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">my friend blew the tranny on his explorer, and its goin to cost him $1900 to have it re built</TD></TR></TABLE>
Umm okay.
I ended up not buying the car, it had WAY to much body damage
Umm okay.
I ended up not buying the car, it had WAY to much body damage
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