Tranny problems, changed fluids, more problems!
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Tranny problems, changed fluids, more problems!
94 Integra GSR
About a month ago my transmission started giving me problems. It won't shift properly, It is very notchy (unlike ever before). On occasion I couldn't even get it in gear. I was due for an oil change about 1 week after this problem started, so I changed my oil and the problem got slightly better but was still there. Usually, when the tranny is cold, the car shifts realitively smoothly, however, after running for 20 minutes it gets notchy. If I drive for an hour, I have to muscle it into gear. Now I went to the mechanic and he said the clutch seemed fine and asked about the transmission oil. I had this shop do the 90k mile service when I had just bought the car at 97k miles. Now I am at 120k and am ready for that service which also includes the transmission oil to be changed. However, if it was changed at 97k miles the oil really isnt due for service for anothe 7k miles. SO either my mechanic didnt change the transmission oil at the 90k mile service or It is something else?? Any help is appreciated.
Update: Today I changed my Manual Transmission Oil and the clutch fluid. After replacing both I went for a 45 minute drive. At first it seemed better but after about 30 minutes it got notchy and by the end I was back to muscling it into gear. There was a slight improvement but it is still far from fixed. I noticed it was especially bad when shifting into 2nd and 3rd. SO now that the fluids have been replaced and there was no real improvement, I am ready for my wallet to bleed green.
Note: Tommorow (4/20) I have a appointment for my 120k mile service.
About a month ago my transmission started giving me problems. It won't shift properly, It is very notchy (unlike ever before). On occasion I couldn't even get it in gear. I was due for an oil change about 1 week after this problem started, so I changed my oil and the problem got slightly better but was still there. Usually, when the tranny is cold, the car shifts realitively smoothly, however, after running for 20 minutes it gets notchy. If I drive for an hour, I have to muscle it into gear. Now I went to the mechanic and he said the clutch seemed fine and asked about the transmission oil. I had this shop do the 90k mile service when I had just bought the car at 97k miles. Now I am at 120k and am ready for that service which also includes the transmission oil to be changed. However, if it was changed at 97k miles the oil really isnt due for service for anothe 7k miles. SO either my mechanic didnt change the transmission oil at the 90k mile service or It is something else?? Any help is appreciated.
Update: Today I changed my Manual Transmission Oil and the clutch fluid. After replacing both I went for a 45 minute drive. At first it seemed better but after about 30 minutes it got notchy and by the end I was back to muscling it into gear. There was a slight improvement but it is still far from fixed. I noticed it was especially bad when shifting into 2nd and 3rd. SO now that the fluids have been replaced and there was no real improvement, I am ready for my wallet to bleed green.
Note: Tommorow (4/20) I have a appointment for my 120k mile service.
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Re: Tranny problems, changed fluids, more problems! (B18CYAAA)
When you changed your clutch fluid, did you notice that the old fluid level was low? ..and when you went for a drive with the new fluid, did you check the fluid levels after the ride?
How about that mechanic.. did he check for leaks on or around the slave cylinder? You might want to do that yourself.
How about that mechanic.. did he check for leaks on or around the slave cylinder? You might want to do that yourself.
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Re: Tranny problems, changed fluids, more problems! (neutron)
The clutch fluid level was fine when I got back to my house. The mechanic didnt check for any leaks around the slave cylinder. I haven't noticed anything leaking under the car recently.
How can I find out if it is the pressure plate?
How can I find out if it is the pressure plate?
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Re: Tranny problems, changed fluids, more problems! (B18CYAAA)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by B18CYAAA »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
How can I find out if it is the pressure plate?</TD></TR></TABLE>
The only way is to take off the tranny. Are you using a stock pressure plate? If so, you should invest in an aftermarket one.
How can I find out if it is the pressure plate?</TD></TR></TABLE>
The only way is to take off the tranny. Are you using a stock pressure plate? If so, you should invest in an aftermarket one.
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Re: Tranny problems, changed fluids, more problems! (cyvic)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by cyvic »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
The only way is to take off the tranny. Are you using a stock pressure plate? If so, you should invest in an aftermarket one.</TD></TR></TABLE>
yes i am still on the 100% stock tranny. My mechanic did the rest of the 120k mile service and he said he thinks it is the pressure plate too. He is going on vacation for a week so I will be bringing it back next wednesday. At least I wont have to pay the bill till then.
The only way is to take off the tranny. Are you using a stock pressure plate? If so, you should invest in an aftermarket one.</TD></TR></TABLE>
yes i am still on the 100% stock tranny. My mechanic did the rest of the 120k mile service and he said he thinks it is the pressure plate too. He is going on vacation for a week so I will be bringing it back next wednesday. At least I wont have to pay the bill till then.
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