| Quote, originally posted by sixfourss81 » |
| The same thing happened to me and it was the transmission. The VSA module and the yellow hazzard triangle come on as a warning that there is an issue. When I pulled the code it came back with Torque converter problem. I aske the technician about it and they said that the transmissions are made to run and shift real hot so it fries the components sometimes. From what I understand this is a common problem. They said that the only way to fix it is to replace the tranny. Maybe try a transmission shop instead of the dealership. |
ur mechanic is almost right but the trans was not made to "run hot"
it is a design issue regarding serveral areas
2nd gear overheat (the actual gear not the clutch pack) resolved by adding a oil jet kit that squirts fluid directly onto 2nd gear.
insufficient fluid flow during 2-3 shift resulting in trans fluid reaching temps in excess of 315F (I.E. Insta-cooked trans fluid) this in turn kills your clutch pack.
Failure of hydraulic circuit causing the trans to immediately shift into 2nd gear no matter how fast you are going. Luckily 2nd gear is good for 80mph so chances of fubar motor are quite slim although your neck will likely be sore from the sudden engine braking....
When this particular ECU detects a problem with the trans it locks the unit into 2nd gear aka limp home mode.
OP plug your VIN into this website to see if your car is covered under extended warranty
http://www.hondatransmissionse...n.php
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