i have a 4 cyl. automatic accord.... the problem im facing is when the car shifts into second gear i feel a rumble... should i be concerned and how can i solve this problem??? i checked my trans fluid and it checks out..... it sometimes does it... please help!!!

 

How is the fluid "checking out"? Is it bright red with no odor?
And by an rumble you mean when it shifts to second you feel a low frequency vibration?

 

My cousin made the initial post for me because I didnt know about this forum. But the cars fluid is fine the color is red with no odor, none that stands out to be abnormal anyways.

But when the car shifts to 2nd gear it feels like I drove over 2 rumble strips, like two vibrations. It shifts fine into every other gear, but second. Please help, I would really hate to have to replace the tranny or spend tons of money that I dont have. Thanks

 

Sounds like a shift solenois is sticking. Has the trans been flushed with ATF-Z1 (Honda brand fluid)? It really does make a difference. The linear shift solenoid may be sticking or possibly one of the others. But Honda reccomends replacing all of them if you can't figure out which one it is (heck of a lot cheaper than a trans)

 

And actually if you can get down to Mechanicsville I would be happy to take a look at it for you.

 

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If your car has less than 100,000 miles on it, take it to a honda dealership and get a new transmission. The warranty was extended to 100k for the 99 and 00 models. In fact, if you wanna bring it up to me in Ellicott City, I can do it in about 2 hours.

 

how much would you charge me? I can come down there if I can afford what you quote. Thanks for helping me.

 

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even on the 4cylinder?

 

unfortunatly the car has 102,000 miles.... can u still help me....

 

have the car checked out at a trans shop. could be many thing drive axles, 2nd gear clutch pack, worn mounts, etc.......

 

i'll check it out for $30. Drop by wednesday about 5:30 and ask for me.

 

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Maybe. I'll have to check on monday. I might be able to fudge the miles or something. I'll get back to you though.

 

thanks alot man i appreciate it!!!

 

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The warranty extension doesn't cover the 99 models. Only 00 and 01. He may be able to get goodwill coverage if he has a good service record at a dealer.

 

Chiovnidca is right. 99's aren't covered. sorry about the miss information.

 

its okay... thanks for your time though....