rkpatt

I recent acquired a 2000 CRV AWD with about 165K mi . The torque convert is not locking up (even with temp gauge at midpoint). No CEL. T I changed the ATF 3x drain and fill the old fluid looked very dark on the intital drain and there was a lot of metal on the drain plug plug . The transmission shifts perfectly and there is no noise buI the converter just does not lock up 55 or so wit light load on level ground .

I am considering cleaning the solenoid screens (replace or clean?) and maybe replacing the thermostat (takes a little longer to warm up than it should ).

Any advice or tips on diagnosing and fixing this problem is appreciated.

ARMED

i have a new torque converter if you like...for cheap....
good luck

chrisway

Did you ever figure out what was going with the CR-V? I have a 2001 doing the exact same thing...

rkpatt

Yes. I replaced the thermostat and it was fine. I used a an aftermarket NAPA 180 deg thermostat . Althought the thermostat works fine , judging from the difference in appearand between the original OEM vs the aftemarket unit , I would recommend using a Honda brand thermostat (heavy duty).

5carrac3

RKPatt- Do you mean the thermostat is/was fine OR the lockup function in od is working fine since changing the thermostat? I have the same issue and need guidance, please. Btw...when I first bought it several years ago / 20000 miles ago, I changed trans fluid x3. First refill I also added Seafoam Trans Tune which soiled the fluid of that refill big time. I didn't have any problems until maybe withing the last 3000 miles, that's when it started loosing lockup in od. Intermittent and infrequently at first, but it has progressed to every time I drive it now.