I have a 1998 Honda accord ex and it is automatic. It has 118,000 miles and everyone seems to break transmission around 100k so I am goin to get a spare in case it happens to me. What year model accord trannys will work in my accord?

 

98-02.

 

Right answer above, 98-02.
But the reason "other" people keep on blowing their transmissions its because they dont change the trans fluid even ONCE during that 100,000mile stretch. I guess they rather blame Honda for the problem and then spend around $1000 to fix it.
I see that you have over 100k already, so before preparing for the worst, I'd prepare to pay some pocket change to replace your trans fluid.

 

I just changed the tranny fluid last weekend and I am crossing my fingers that it will not break anytime soon. The reason I asked this question was that I was going to buy a 96 accord tranny and if the only difference was mounts, I could just covert them over and switch the sensors. I guess they are just totally different from a 98-02.

 

change it 3x to ensure that you get all the old stuff out. only use honda atf

 

Holy crap!!!!!! Did someone just suggested to change your trans fluid 3x? Bro!!! I hope you dont take showers or change your oil that way as well,rofl.
I DO agree with the Honda ATF thou.

 

Whats so great about "honda atf ". Reason please IT looks, drives, and smells the same as any other advance transmission fluid that is designed for hondas. Some one answer this question, Why want any fseries auto transmission fit a 98-02? I kno they have the same block to tranny bolt holes because I have an f23 for my f2d setup.

 

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The shift valves in a Honda transmissions are very close fitted metal to metal; no O rings.
Any varnish build up will cause poor valve action.
Honda ATF has better cleaning properties and very small molecules for proper lubrication.

FWIW; The original Honda ATF used oil from sperm whales head,[AKA sewing machine oil] because at the time, early 70's, there were no synthetics with that small of a molecule for lubrication.

To add to the above discussion; the 98 Accord transmission used tapered bearings in the differential and they had a high failure rate, then the shift valve bodies would get contaminated with metal particules.

Modified by Mr Yamada at 3:22 PM 7/15/2008


Modified by Mr Yamada at 3:23 PM 7/15/2008

 

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It will so long as you don't have a V6 J series motor.

 

ok I understand. Let me go read the side of the honda atf bottle.

 

Anybody know about switching a '98 Honda Accord EX's auto tranny to a manual? I heard you could use a Acura CL Type-S six-speed transmission, but maybe there's something easier?

 

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I hope you realize that that is the only DIY easy way to replace "most" of the fluid.

 

i have a 99 v6 accord sedan and i was wondering where the bolts at to drain the transmission fluid. i dont know if the fluid was ever changed because i just bought it at an auction so yea please tell? and is the bolt to fill it in around the driver side that says ATF on it?

 

thank you, jim

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by HONCORD &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Right answer above, 98-02.
But the reason "other" people keep on blowing their transmissions its because they dont change the trans fluid even ONCE during that 100,000mile stretch. I guess they rather blame Honda for the problem and then spend around $1000 to fix it.
I see that you have over 100k already, so before preparing for the worst, I'd prepare to pay some pocket change to replace your trans fluid.</TD></TR></TABLE>

please dont spout crap..........do you know when Honda even recommends the first fluid change? it's between 60-90K depending upon model

the 98-02 transmissions fail due to SEVERE design flaws

1. INSUFFICIENT 2nd gear clutch pack lubrication
2. SUBSTANDARD differential bearings

chaning the fluid every 15-30K isn't gonna save your trans when the main inline filter gets clogged due to differential bearing failure or the 2nd gear slipping cauling the material to wind up in the filter that cannot be replaced without a teardown.......

 

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honda trans fluid flows better at lower temps for starters.............

 

that advance tranny fluid is still workin good, my car is at 171,000 now.

 

Well guys guess I spoke to soon... My transmission toasted at 172,000 so Now I bought a jdm automatic transmission with 35k on her and I already have it in my car just gota finish a few things. Should be running tomarrow if i can get my solenoid gasket at the stealorship. I will be running honda atf from now on.