1999 Honda Civic EX Sedan L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC (VTEC) MFI
Applies To:
1996-00 Civic - See VEHICLES AFFECTED
1997-99 CR-V - See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Harsh Shifting Automatic Transmission
SYMPTOM
*The transmission shifts harshly, or it may stay in first gear. The harsh shifting is more noticeable on the 1-2 and 2-3 upshifts under light throttle. It is not affected by operating temperature. The MIL may be on with DTC P0730 or P0715 stored.*
PROBABLE CAUSE
*Contamination of the linear solenoid and its associated passages inside the transmission, or a broken spring internal to the transmission.*
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2. Drain the transmission. Refill it with Genuine Honda ATF-Z1.
3. Start the engine.
4. With your foot on the brake pedal, shift the transmission to D4
5. Release the brake pedal. Press on the accelerator, and bring the speedometer up to 50 mph. Make sure the transmission shifts through the first three lower gears and into fourth, and that the torque converter locks up. ... Download File PDF
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