Why does my transmission slip when my car is cold?
The main reason why that might be is that you have low transmission fluid. Like the engine and its oil, the transmission has fluid that helps keep it lubricated. If the fluid is low, then it may not move thru the transmission fast enough when it is cold out to do its job properly.
What to do if your Honda Accord is having transmission problems?
The automatic transmissions are typically more prone to failure than standard or five-speed version’s of the Accord. Even so, before you take the car to a shop or have anything fixed, it’s best to know what the potential problems could be. Start the engine and shift the Accord into “drive.”
What kind of transmission does a 1998 Honda Accord have?
I have a 1998 Honda Accord lx, 4- door, 4 cylinder, automatic transmission. At approximately 91,000 miles, I noticed that the automatic transmission started to “slip” shifting from first gear into second gear, especially right after the vehicle was just started. This issue would get worse under medium to heavy acceleration.
Are there any problems with the Honda Accord?
However, every coin has two faces, Honda Accord is also known for its major failure – a transmission. Honda accord transmission problems led to recalls, which was a disaster for dealer company.
Why is my Honda Accord not shifting properly?
Start the engine and shift the Accord into “drive.” If the Accord won’t shift properly, it is most likely due to a faulty shift linkage. While this is uncommon, it can happen on Accords with over 100,000 miles. This is due to the bushings and the linkage itself wearing out from extended use.
When does a Honda Accord transmission go bad?
Cottman Transmission has a reputable reputation for specializing on rebuilding transmissions, and is very familiar with premature automatic transmission failures on Honda Accords involving numerous years of manufacture. The transmission failures generally occur between 80,000 to 130,000 miles.
When to add transmission cooler to Honda Accord?
Cottman Transmission recommends to have the automatic transmission fluid properly flushed between 25,000 to 30,000 miles, while installing an add-on transmission cooler to assist in reducing excessive heat. Hyden makes reputable add-on automatic transmission coolers that will fit Honda Accords and are reasonably priced.
NOTE: This is the second premature automatic transmission failure this writer has experienced with the past year. First was this 1997 Honda Accord, and the second was a 1998 Honda Accord. I have a 1998 Honda Accord LX, 4- Door, 4 cylinder, automatic transmission.
What makes a Honda Accord shift so smooth?
The same principle applies to down-shifting. If you match revs between gear changes perfectly, your shifts will be very smooth. Also, Honda designed five speeds with “positive shifting,” which means you feel the shifts more than with other transmissions.