How long does it take to reprogram a transmission?
If you take your vehicle to a repair shop that has the right tools and the information from the manufacturer, the process takes about 30 minutes to complete. Reprogramming a transmission shouldn’t take very long.
What makes a transmission light come on?
There may be an issue with a transmission temperature sender if the light comes on, or flashes just before the vehicle has warmed up to temperature. If the light sometimes turns on and the off, or comes on only when hitting bumps while driving, it may indicate a loose transmission wiring connection or a bare wire.
Why is my transmission light still on after replacing it?
If you had your transmission just replaced, then your light may be on for the transmission. The light could still be on for another reason. I would have the system scanned to get the code and see if it is for a transmission problem or for another reason. Sometimes when a major repair is done something can come loose or is not connected correctly.
Why is my Honda Accord transmission light still on?
Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 2003 Honda Accord. If you had your transmission just replaced, then your light may be on for the transmission. The light could still be on for another reason. I would have the system scanned to get the code and see if it is for a transmission problem or for another reason.
Can a transmission shift late after a fluid change?
Only after the change did I find out that changing fluid after so many miles can be bad news. Now my transmission is shifting late and hitting the gear hard. I have checked the level while it was running on level ground and it was fine.
What do you need to know about transmission slipping?
We’ve discussed some of the necessary repairs to transmission slipping above, but obviously, the repair needed will vary depending on the cause of the problem. For low fluid levels, you’ll need to add more fluid to repair the problem. For burnt or damaged fluid, you’ll need to drain the exhausted fluid and replace it with new fluid.