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Old 03-23-2011, 06:00 PM
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My automatic accord seems to accelerate very slow even thought the rpms shoot up when i press the gas. It feels almost as if the wheels are burning out and cars is going "no where"
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What year is it?
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Its a 91
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Sounds like tranny is slipping.
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Your trans need a rebuild brother. If you have a lil knowledge with tools and a repair manual you can rebuild it. You'll need a whole rebuild kit and a new torque converter. Your clutch packs are toast...
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5spd or Auto? If it's an Auto, it can be that the ATF is low. Diagnose is the key boys/gals. Never blame someone for a crime they didn't commit. My dad's '94 Accord auto did the same thing til I notice that one of the cooler line is leaking. Fixed the leak, filled her up, and shifts perfectly fine.
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