Honda Accord (1990 - 2002) Includes 1997 - 1999 Acura CL

rpm goes up but accelerates slow

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Old Mar 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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Old Mar 23, 2011 | 06:05 PM
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What year is it?
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Old Mar 23, 2011 | 07:03 PM
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Default Re: rpm goes up but accelerates slow

Its a 91
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Old Mar 24, 2011 | 12:36 AM
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Default Re: rpm goes up but accelerates slow

Sounds like tranny is slipping.
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Old Mar 24, 2011 | 01:11 AM
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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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Old Mar 24, 2011 | 09:03 PM
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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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