Those transmissions have an internal filter. A good lifelong friend and a Senior Honda Service Advisor, told me to “drop and fill” the ATF every 3rd engine oil change. You can also do a similar “poor man’s flush” by doing a drop and fill 2/3 times, but driving 20-30 miles in-between those drop and fills.
Man, our good ol' God must have sent u my way directly, cause everything u have done to your daughter's car, is what I will be doing in the next few weekends to come. Thank you!
Thank you I appreciate the positive feedback. Glad I was able to help you out especially now a days can't trust a lot of people especially when it involves fixing a vehicle there's a lot of dishonest shops out there.
Thank you SO much for your video! This is a huge help and not many others have posted videos this. Planning to do the solenoid job this weekend. I’ve already changed the A and B ones at the bottom. Still have the problem going from 1st to 2nd. I really hope this works. God bless! Saved this to my favorites for quick reference
I have an 05 Honda Accord giving me a flashing green D. It has difficulty shifting if i put too much gas and when the car gets up to ~ 60km/hr the rpm starts reving up to 3/4 and it wont shift at that point but will shift sometimes. Fluid is still pinkish and doesn't smell like burnt paper. Mechanic shop was getting errors when plugged up to the computer so they dont want to dive in to it. Trying to avoid going to a big Honda dealer and having them tell me it needs a rebuild or replacement. Should i still taje it in to see if they can diagnose it or try to tackle it myself? Thanks for the video, hoping this solves the issue. Let me know what you think.
I am using a Honda Accord V6 3.0 2004 model .. my issue is when I give full throttle the rpm goes high but the gear not shifting down 👇 .. but in normal drive all the gears are changing
The way you narrate this instructive session addressing the primary service procedure to keep Honda's very efficient automatic transmission running and shifting smoothly reliably provides special tidbits demonstrating Honda's mounting and fastener mechanisms for detachment and removal, as well as, reattachment and replacing, all most excellent. Simple maintenance make classic cars🙂. Some are destined as classic in the waiting when they roll off the factory floor. All vehicles well worth maintaining.
The battery sits right on top of those solenoids. The first one I replaced was broken when I replaced the battery. A year later and I have a fault one due to the same problem. The cheapest one is $49 on eBay.
Got a 2.3 01 accord ex and this is happening to mine I’ve tried to change the fluid but the plug was stuck on lol I’m going to change it soon and I hope this fixed it because it will struggle to shift into 4th sometimes but some days it does it fine it’s very confusing if you have an answer on why this is happening that would be great 👍🏼
It's worth a shot to try cleaning them first if that don't work try to find a used set at the salvage yard because they are around $300-400 new each I believe.
Ive got an 05 accord 2dr. 2.4 engine. The green drive light keeps blinking and the only thing coming up when I take it to autozone is knock sensor, but the car has shifting delay. Trying to decide if I should take to a trans place or see if my mechanic can clean solenoids. What do you think?
If your mechanic doesn't charge to much I would try cleaning the solenoids first and putting in new fluid. How many miles is on your accord? Trans shop will probably just tell you it needs a whole new rebuild.
Not necessarily that code represents something wrong with the shift solenoid I would try cleaning the screens like I did in the video or replace the whole solenoid before spending money on a new transmission
Thanks for taking the time to make this video. How were your results? Did this solve the problem? I have a 2002 Accord V6 with 230,000 miles that also has some shifting problems. I was just going to change the fluid to see if it helps.
Your welcome thanks for the positive feedback. At first it felt the same but now that my daughter has put some miles on the car since the fluid change seems to shift way better. Not sure if was the fluid or the the lubegard or the combination of both but definitely helped some.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE I have a Acura TL. I bought it used and the atf is brown. I'm unsure about changing it. I have 162k on it. I'm afraid of it slipping after changing the trans fluid.
@@danp7463 yeah thats a tough one because I've seen where vehicles that have never had the transmission fluid changed with high miles like yours start slipping after a fluid change. But then again I've seen where it's been fine. My daughter's car was already slipping a little so I figured I had nothing to lose but now that it's been a couple months it's barely slipping at all so I'm not sure if it was the new fluid that helped or the lubegard.
@@danp7463 LUCAS TRANSMISSION FIX in with the new fluid if you change it. It adds viscosity which is what seems to happen to the transmission fluid as it gets a little dirty and ages. Scotty Kilmer has used it for a long time.
It helped quite a bit the car is still going strong on the really cold mornings it shifts a little hard until it gets completely warmed up but nothing near what it was before I did this.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE man. I'm still having issues even after cleaning the smaller one. I replaced with a brand new out the box solenoid the bigger one. Still kicking. Can bad front and back give mounts cus that kick
From 13:00 to 13:05, did you do anything else to be able to push that harness to the back and up? Anything not shown on camera between those 2 timestamps? I can't seem to push that harness as far back and up like you did at that timestamp.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE yeah you showed popping it open at 10:20. If that's the same harness you're talking about. What kind of socket and extension bar and ratchet did you use to get that first solenoid out? The difficult one. Did you have to use a wobble socket? Or once you push that harness back and up you were able to use just the normal extension bar ratchet and socket? Thanks for your video!
@@johnhurt888 should be able to use a normal socket and a 6-8 inch extension and yeah just slide that plastic bracket out of the way you get the bolt out.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE Thanks you gave me confidence to do it! Your thorough video helped so much! I replaced that solenoid and the car is running fine now. Keeping my fingers crossed no more transmission codes pop up in the next couple months.
I Good morning bro, my honda acura 1999 model is delaying in shifting and when shifting to gear 2 it makes notice couple with dragging. How can I get this shifting sensor.
Good and clear video, My 99 is banging into gear going to give it a try. Question is there a way to test the solenoid? what is they are not working properly?
Hi there! Question I have a 2002 honda accord lx, when I go to start driving it after pulling out of driveway, when I start giving it gas you hear and feels like I'm flooring it which I don't do that, but then it does like a kickback, like when it shifts ,, the mechanic said it was the transmission, can I get your 2nd opnion? Please.
I have to replace the Transmission control solenoid because I'm getting tcs lights on, engine light blinks and my mechanic says he wont fix it til the car breaks down. Smh.
Thanks for this great video. I also have the same year and model car. I recently had my transmission rebuilt and a little after the process I started experiencing delays in shifts and/or rough shifts. After doing some research I realized it's very likely due to solenoid problem because they weren't replaced, just cleaned. There is an oil leak in the car, steering fluid, and it drips down from near the solenoids. Do you think that could give a problem with the solenoids?
Is it oil or transmission fluid that’s leaking? Have you checked the transmission fluid level just to make sure it’s at the correct level? I would check those things first and if those are all good then it could potentially be the solenoid screens have some debris.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE First of all I appreciate the kind response. Currently there are two different oil leaks in the car, engine oil and power steering fluid. I checked the transmission fluid regularly and there's no leaks there. I also know when the transmission was rebuilt the solenoids were cleaned. I doubt they'd get debris on them this quickly. Due to what I mentioned above I get kind of confused. The problems, late and rough shifting especially on gears 1-2 point towards solenoids but they were cleaned recently. Considering the part is electromechanical I wonder if there's a problem with the electric part of it?
Have you worked on any of the 2010 Honda accord's with the V6? I own a 2010, and some of the V6's have a external trans filter, but I don't see one on mine. Honda doesn't consider it a serviceable part, however I just changed the trans fluid and if there is one I want to replace it. Thanks!
I have an 01 Accord Ex Coupe 2.3l. I’ve had rough shifting on all gears on it. It’s mainly over revving jumping 200-400 rpm’s up each shift and delayed shifting. I barely notice it going away when the fluid warms up. I have the codes P1750 and P0730. Would doing this help at all or would it be better to look into something else like the tcm and the torque converter. The previous owner had the transmission fluid flushed and told me it started get rough after so that’s something. Thank you!
Sounds like the reverse clutches may be slipping and the only fix for that would be a rebuild. I would double check your fluid and make sure it’s good. Did it just start doing it.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE we already swapped the transmission, new motor and transmission mounts cleaned both solenoids, I think I got ripped off ( used transmission)
Same thing mine is doing. I replaced solenoids A and B at the bottom but the problem is still there. Planning to try cleaning or replacing the solenoids that he did in this vid. I hope that helps. Did you ever figure out what was happening with yours?
I am using a Honda Accord V6 3.0 2004 model .. my issue is when I give full throttle the rpm goes high but the gear not shifting down 👇 .. but in normal drive all the gears are changing.. anyone know why? Pls pls help me
Did exactly what you did in an identical 99 accord. Just finished and the car is shifting in and out of gear extremely hard. Especially from a stop. Any ideas?
I have a P0780 code on my 2000 accord v6 and it kicks when I put it in D4. It’s always kicked since I got it but the check engine light came on recently for that and shifting has also gotten pretty delayed
I think that somebody had my accords automatic trans filled wit wrong atf prewiously. That was green atf oil. Original honda atf oil is in red color. Somebody cheaped out on trans oil change apparently
Hello thank 1st.. 2nd.. I hade à broblem with m'y accord coup 3.0 yesterday 2nd shift take tooo long to ingage & when it fit it make like bomm From 1st to 2nd & From 3d to 2nd ( 2nd shift in out) I cheked solénoïdes are clean.. Want to changé iol wishing thats gonna make some thing 😞
Hello. I bought a 2003 Accord 3.0 vtec for $200 because it had a ball joint out and sitting on the corner at the convenience store for over a month. The rest of the car is in mint condition so I got lucky. Except, I replaced the driver's side axle and ball joint. The car runs fine with 183,000 MI... although the transmission is giving me problems. I'll drive and it will shift into, first then into second, at what seems to be the appropriate ranges.. if I continue to hold the throttle, it acts as though it slipped into neutral. Flares, if you will. If I sit and tap dance on the gas lightly, it will sometimes fall into the proper gear. But when I put the brake on, all RPMs drop and acts like it's just idling even when I'm coasting it 30 miles an hour. Any suggestions?
That’s an awesome deal congrats. Have you checked the transmission fluid level yet? Also check the color of it and smell to see if it’s burnt. I’d start there first and let me know.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE thank you for your quick reply.. I've seem better looking transmission fluid but I've seen a lot worse. Not sure if it's Honda brand that was in it or not, or how much of a difference it makes when the ball joint broke it pulled the intermediate CV shaft out. The other part stayed in the transmission. I was told that was good because it could damage it otherwise. The guy who sold it to me had taken out the front catalytic converter.. no it wasn't stolen LOL. He just wanted to get some money out of the car and figured that was a way to do it. Basically wash his hands of it so to speak.. in the process he damage the radiator and cooling fans which I replaced with new. And looking at the old radiator, it looks as though he cut the transmission cooling lines because the partial rubber hoses on each of them.. but I could not locate where they would go to. There was no brackets for open-ended hoses to go to. Haven't spoken to the guy in a while cuz he's had heart surgery so it's still a mystery. The times I have ran it, I haven't leaked any transmission fluid. I followed the Honda's instructions on checking it and it seems to be at the proper level. And it's not differing in the way it shifts.. like I said it will shift at 11 mph then 22... then around 29 is when it flares. I let off the gas and the RPMs drop down immediately to idle. I have a service manual but it's difficult to specify what symptoms they ask for them to give a cause. The closest I can find is one that says it is the C shift valve... I thought I would check with you before I started pulling random 10 mm bolts out LOL.. also there's obviously some oxygen sensor codes that come up on my blue driver and a large connector was cut that I haven't found a home for yet.. it comes from the harness on the front fuel rail/coil pack rail... could that affect the transmission in such a way? And obviously I have quite a few dash lights on. But none of the lights are blinking by the D or the 1, 2 or D3. Apparently that is a sign that particular shift valve has failed. I really appreciate you taking the time to read this book that I've written. Any help before I make matters "worse" would be greatly appreciated. I'm a custodian at my school district and it's summertime so I have absolutely no time to work on cars which is my favorite hobby. I made an appointment for Diagnostics at a Honda dealership on Monday but don't really want to give a dealership my money if I can figure it out on my own. With your help of course. Thanks again..
@@bonscotty67 yeah it’s hard to tell without seeing it. How many miles is on the car? Only thing I can think of is doing a fluid change and checking the shift solenoid screens to make sure there getting good flow and pressure and see if that helps since your not getting any codes for the transmission.
Solution pls :- My Honda bulldog 1999 D4 light always start to blink when the gear change to 3 or 4, but if i off the engine and start again it will stop but when it change to 3or 4 gear is start to blink again but my speedometer is not work, i need your advice on how to solve the issue
Is your check engine light on or have you checked to see if it's throwing and codes? Have you checked the fluid to make sure it isn't low and also see how dirty the fluid is? Could also be a solenoid failing or may just need to be cleaned and fresh fluid like what I did in this video.
I am mechanic, a car honda accord 2000 model GH-CF3 1.8 Giving trouble in gear shifting, it is giving a hard jurk while gear shifting, i am going to service all valve bodies of it.
This could be multiple things from bad transmission fluid, bad solenoid, torque converter clutch going bad, screens clogged. I would try changing the fluid and also cleaning the screens like I did in the video even though yours is a 2003 it should be similar. How many miles is on your Honda?
You definitely want to do the partial drain and fill. It gives you a chance to clean the magnet on the drain plug so that it can catch particles from the other 4 qts of old fluid remaining in the torque converter and valve body. My car is at 288K, and it's just now throwing a Torque Converter Shift Solenoid code. I will be attempting this same job once my parts come in.
Hey ,Ive also got a honda acoord 2001 v6 I was hit from the side by another car and realized the car started shifting very badly(P1573) I have to change the torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit but I don't know where it's located ...please help.
My 1998 Honda accord lx 3.0 the D4 is flashing it has no power off take off almost all noise and no speed very slow take off I replaced the trans not long ago either
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGEhi, I have a 2002 v4 accord recently changed the 3rd gear pressure switch, however, the car still seems to delay/have a hard time when shifting from gear 2ish to to gear 3ish is that makes sense. Other gears are fine just these are acting up. Do you think if I change the solenoid it will work or is this other type of transmission problem? In advanced thank you answering!
My 6th gen accord has had the d4 light blinking repeatedly until i turned off the car least twice ever sense i got it, its a 2000 v6. I checked the tranny fluid but it looks healthy and has enough when dip the stick back into it. Could it be the shift selenoid ? I need your help :( the shift malfunction code was p0780
If your fluid looks good and the level is where it should be most likely the shift solenoid is bad especially if the d4 light is blinking. How many miles is on the vehicle? The new solenoids are pretty pricey might try and find a used one at your local salvage yard.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE Good video, but you seems to contradict your comment here vs. 38:49 where you say tranny is cold when checking fluid level. Should it be at Operating Temp or not? Thanks!!
my honda accord 1997 when i drive may be for few minutes 10min or so the D4 starts blinking and the speedmeter is not working i tried changing the gear oil and also changed a sensor 1day it was ok but now same problem t whats the solution?
Sounds like maybe your vehicle speed sensor is bad or an issue with the vehicle speed sensor harness since you said you already did a transmission fluid change. I would check and make sure its plugged in all the way and inspect the wiring harness on it just in case and let me know.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE thanks for the response, I just acquired the same 99 accord 3.0 with the same shift problem your talking about I’m changing the trans fluid today…was thinking of using Lucas trans fix because I’ve heard good things about it…seems like the lubegaurd worked decent for your situation, im still deciding between the two… Anyway nice video thanks
Hallo, quanti litri di Oglio servono per trasmissione , per Honda Accord 3,0 V6 1999 coupé. E se mi può aiutare qualcuno con part Nr. per il filtro piccolo. Che si trova sulla parte destra vicino alla bateria. Grazie mille.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE good luck trying to clear all the old paper gasget off... without getting any crap down the holes, around all the tubes. i just checked the screens on mine, gave it a look to put a new gasket on, and decided against it. if it leaks, i'll do it then, but otherwise, its more risk than reward
Exelent video.. Buttttttt, just a reminder.. DO NOT EVER check transmission oil with engine off. Too bad for checking fluid level.. motor engine yes.. engine on.. But not for transmission olil..
On this year of the Honda Accord you check the automatic transmission fluid with it warmed up and ENGINE OFF. Also says that in the owners manual. Like you said though most vehicles you do check it with the engine running and that's what im used to as well.
This Honda you need to check the transmission level with engine off. I would not take advice from the internet unless verified with the shop or owner’s manual. Owner’s manual clearly states how to properly check oils and fluids. It also clearly states when to change fluids and oils. Reading and understanding the owner’s manual is the key to getting 300,000 miles or more with this vehicle (and many others). Many cars do need their transmission fluid checked while the engine is running but that is the reason for each car to have it’s own instruction manual.
You are wrong! On hondas you have to worm up to working temperature when is first time radiator kicks on, turn off engine waiting 60-90 second then check the level of transmission fluid!!! Should be between lower and upper dots 👍
Normally they are only if you take care of them. I have ti fix problems that occur from people who didnt change their oil or trans fluid early enough. So now I have to change rod bearings and clean out the trans solenoids
I have a 99 Honda Accord LX,I'm having the same issue but when I shift my car into any gear in drive it doesn't take off.Its a small delay when I reverse tho but could this be the problem.i just replaced my power steering pump and idle valve controll
Yeah I would try cleaning the screens because it may not be building up enough pressure because the screen is clogged. Does it get any better once the transmission gets warmed up?
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE i can hear the engine tryna shift into gear and I can feel it push alil but I can't drive down the street without it going out.Car stays on tho and the engine doesn't cut off,but I don't get alot of pressure in my break pedal too.If there's any other contact info to reach you id appreciate it.this is my 1st car and I'm learning the ins and out of fixing my own car so I'd need all the help and tips I can get.MUCH LOVE FOR REACHING OUT
Check engine light just came on our 1997 Honda Accord DX, with 200k miles on it. Car has been shifting slowly for years. I just thought the tranny was old. Mechanic changed out shift solenoid (June 03, 2022) and the car is driving like a champ. OMG all these years I just thought the tranny was dying.
Those transmissions have an internal filter. A good lifelong friend and a Senior Honda Service Advisor, told me to “drop and fill” the ATF every 3rd engine oil change. You can also do a similar “poor man’s flush” by doing a drop and fill 2/3 times, but driving 20-30 miles in-between those drop and fills.
Man, our good ol' God must have sent u my way directly, cause everything u have done to your daughter's car, is what I will be doing in the next few weekends to come. Thank you!
Facts me too i been looking everywhere
Thank you I appreciate the positive feedback. Glad I was able to help you out especially now a days can't trust a lot of people especially when it involves fixing a vehicle there's a lot of dishonest shops out there.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE that's exactly why I rather do it myself.. save some cash and feel proud of the work many people won't learn to do. Thanks!
I bought my first car not to long ago 1999 Honda Accord and this helped a lot
Great video you very clear easy to understand great camera work. Much respect thank you
Thank you SO much for your video! This is a huge help and not many others have posted videos this. Planning to do the solenoid job this weekend. I’ve already changed the A and B ones at the bottom. Still have the problem going from 1st to 2nd. I really hope this works. God bless! Saved this to my favorites for quick reference
Thanks for a good video. Im in process of changin that dual solenoid. I had a total failure of that solenoid in my car. Now i know where it is.
followed this fellows direction..it shifts smoothly..back to normal..try this before a over hyped tranny shop
Glad to hear it helped you out.
Did this ever fix the problem of the transmission kicking hard when cold?
I have an 05 Honda Accord giving me a flashing green D. It has difficulty shifting if i put too much gas and when the car gets up to ~ 60km/hr the rpm starts reving up to 3/4 and it wont shift at that point but will shift sometimes. Fluid is still pinkish and doesn't smell like burnt paper. Mechanic shop was getting errors when plugged up to the computer so they dont want to dive in to it. Trying to avoid going to a big Honda dealer and having them tell me it needs a rebuild or replacement. Should i still taje it in to see if they can diagnose it or try to tackle it myself? Thanks for the video, hoping this solves the issue. Let me know what you think.
I am using a Honda Accord V6 3.0 2004 model .. my issue is when I give full throttle the rpm goes high but the gear not shifting down 👇 .. but in normal drive all the gears are changing
I hope this works, idk how to clean solenoids but yeah im thinking my problem is definitely the transmission!
I am just amazed you said you bought this car for $700
Got one too
I buy that Car USD300
I just got one for 700 as well same issue but I’m going to do what he shows me here see if it works out .
I bought a 2003 honda accord v6 155000 miles same issue for usd$1200.00
I had mine for $850 05 V6. Same issue. 128K
The way you narrate this instructive session addressing the primary service procedure to keep Honda's very efficient automatic transmission running and shifting smoothly reliably provides special tidbits demonstrating Honda's mounting and fastener mechanisms for detachment and removal, as well as, reattachment and replacing, all most excellent. Simple maintenance make classic cars🙂. Some are destined as classic in the waiting when they roll off the factory floor. All vehicles well worth maintaining.
Great video. You walked us through really well. Thx
NICE.!!!. Tremendous Help man. thank you. !!
The battery sits right on top of those solenoids. The first one I replaced was broken when I replaced the battery. A year later and I have a fault one due to the same problem. The cheapest one is $49 on eBay.
Got a 2.3 01 accord ex and this is happening to mine I’ve tried to change the fluid but the plug was stuck on lol I’m going to change it soon and I hope this fixed it because it will struggle to shift into 4th sometimes but some days it does it fine it’s very confusing if you have an answer on why this is happening that would be great 👍🏼
so you recommend cleaning the solenoids rather than replacing them?
It's worth a shot to try cleaning them first if that don't work try to find a used set at the salvage yard because they are around $300-400 new each I believe.
i see, thank you
Do you have to drain the trans fluid before replacing both of these solenoids?
Nope
Ive got an 05 accord 2dr. 2.4 engine. The green drive light keeps blinking and the only thing coming up when I take it to autozone is knock sensor, but the car has shifting delay. Trying to decide if I should take to a trans place or see if my mechanic can clean solenoids. What do you think?
If your mechanic doesn't charge to much I would try cleaning the solenoids first and putting in new fluid. How many miles is on your accord? Trans shop will probably just tell you it needs a whole new rebuild.
I’ve had a code p0780 but it hasn’t come up yet. My car also shift at around 3k rpm from 1st to 2nd could that be that I need a new transmission?
Not necessarily that code represents something wrong with the shift solenoid I would try cleaning the screens like I did in the video or replace the whole solenoid before spending money on a new transmission
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE thank you!! I’ll try that then 👍🏽
I have the same problem did it fix your car please let me know
Thanks for taking the time to make this video. How were your results? Did this solve the problem? I have a 2002 Accord V6 with 230,000 miles that also has some shifting problems. I was just going to change the fluid to see if it helps.
Your welcome thanks for the positive feedback. At first it felt the same but now that my daughter has put some miles on the car since the fluid change seems to shift way better. Not sure if was the fluid or the the lubegard or the combination of both but definitely helped some.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE I have a Acura TL. I bought it used and the atf is brown. I'm unsure about changing it. I have 162k on it. I'm afraid of it slipping after changing the trans fluid.
@@danp7463 yeah thats a tough one because I've seen where vehicles that have never had the transmission fluid changed with high miles like yours start slipping after a fluid change. But then again I've seen where it's been fine. My daughter's car was already slipping a little so I figured I had nothing to lose but now that it's been a couple months it's barely slipping at all so I'm not sure if it was the new fluid that helped or the lubegard.
@@danp7463 LUCAS TRANSMISSION FIX in with the new fluid if you change it.
It adds viscosity which is what seems to happen to the transmission fluid as it gets a little dirty and ages.
Scotty Kilmer has used it for a long time.
My transmission failing 2002 honda accord LX 4 cyl
Had since new
Only 107k miles
Very sad
Can you change/clean solenoid s with out changing transmission fluid or will it leak all over the place?
You will be fine doing it without draining it because the transmission pump won’t be running since the car won’t be on.
I have a 2001 honda accord v6 3.0 vtech and I'm having hard and delayed shift from 1 to 2. Did this solve the issue??? Did it fix the problem.
It helped quite a bit the car is still going strong on the really cold mornings it shifts a little hard until it gets completely warmed up but nothing near what it was before I did this.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE man. I'm still having issues even after cleaning the smaller one. I replaced with a brand new out the box solenoid the bigger one. Still kicking. Can bad front and back give mounts cus that kick
From 13:00 to 13:05, did you do anything else to be able to push that harness to the back and up? Anything not shown on camera between those 2 timestamps? I can't seem to push that harness as far back and up like you did at that timestamp.
Did you make sure to release the clip that holds the black plastic harness on. There’s a better shot at it when I go to put it back together at 27:12
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE yeah you showed popping it open at 10:20. If that's the same harness you're talking about. What kind of socket and extension bar and ratchet did you use to get that first solenoid out? The difficult one. Did you have to use a wobble socket? Or once you push that harness back and up you were able to use just the normal extension bar ratchet and socket? Thanks for your video!
@@johnhurt888 should be able to use a normal socket and a 6-8 inch extension and yeah just slide that plastic bracket out of the way you get the bolt out.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE Thanks you gave me confidence to do it! Your thorough video helped so much! I replaced that solenoid and the car is running fine now. Keeping my fingers crossed no more transmission codes pop up in the next couple months.
I Good morning bro, my honda acura 1999 model is delaying in shifting and when shifting to gear 2 it makes notice couple with dragging.
How can I get this shifting sensor.
Good and clear video, My 99 is banging into gear going to give it a try. Question is there a way to test the solenoid? what is they are not working properly?
Hi there! Question I have a 2002 honda accord lx, when I go to start driving it after pulling out of driveway, when I start giving it gas you hear and feels like I'm flooring it which I don't do that, but then it does like a kickback, like when it shifts ,, the mechanic said it was the transmission, can I get your 2nd opnion? Please.
I have to replace the Transmission control solenoid because I'm getting tcs lights on, engine light blinks and my mechanic says he wont fix it til the car breaks down. Smh.
Thanks for this great video. I also have the same year and model car. I recently had my transmission rebuilt and a little after the process I started experiencing delays in shifts and/or rough shifts. After doing some research I realized it's very likely due to solenoid problem because they weren't replaced, just cleaned.
There is an oil leak in the car, steering fluid, and it drips down from near the solenoids. Do you think that could give a problem with the solenoids?
Is it oil or transmission fluid that’s leaking? Have you checked the transmission fluid level just to make sure it’s at the correct level? I would check those things first and if those are all good then it could potentially be the solenoid screens have some debris.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE First of all I appreciate the kind response.
Currently there are two different oil leaks in the car, engine oil and power steering fluid. I checked the transmission fluid regularly and there's no leaks there. I also know when the transmission was rebuilt the solenoids were cleaned. I doubt they'd get debris on them this quickly.
Due to what I mentioned above I get kind of confused. The problems, late and rough shifting especially on gears 1-2 point towards solenoids but they were cleaned recently. Considering the part is electromechanical I wonder if there's a problem with the electric part of it?
@@selimthedream I don't know the answer to your question, but I have a similar problem. I'd be interested to know if you learn more about it.
Hello my friend, I have a Honda Accord 1998 . I have a problem that I can’t get more than 3 RPM with engine sign in the dash. Can you help me please
Отличное видео , к сожалению Honda saber and inspire такие же проблемы 😢
Have you worked on any of the 2010 Honda accord's with the V6? I own a 2010, and some of the V6's have a external trans filter, but I don't see one on mine. Honda doesn't consider it a serviceable part, however I just changed the trans fluid and if there is one I want to replace it. Thanks!
I have an 01 Accord Ex Coupe 2.3l. I’ve had rough shifting on all gears on it. It’s mainly over revving jumping 200-400 rpm’s up each shift and delayed shifting. I barely notice it going away when the fluid warms up. I have the codes P1750 and P0730. Would doing this help at all or would it be better to look into something else like the tcm and the torque converter. The previous owner had the transmission fluid flushed and told me it started get rough after so that’s something. Thank you!
Did you ever fix it ? Or replace the trans
I tried your fix , it was dirty but my car lurches forward in reverse, any suggestions
Sounds like the reverse clutches may be slipping and the only fix for that would be a rebuild. I would double check your fluid and make sure it’s good. Did it just start doing it.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE we already swapped the transmission, new motor and transmission mounts cleaned both solenoids, I think I got ripped off ( used transmission)
@@jlpsuroeste do you know how many miles was on it?
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE supposedly 50,000 , I got a refurbished transmission, should be there by Thursday
I have 2001 v6 and I have a hard shift back into first when coming to a stop with a delay what one would control the down shift in to first
Same thing mine is doing. I replaced solenoids A and B at the bottom but the problem is still there. Planning to try cleaning or replacing the solenoids that he did in this vid. I hope that helps. Did you ever figure out what was happening with yours?
I am using a Honda Accord V6 3.0 2004 model .. my issue is when I give full throttle the rpm goes high but the gear not shifting down 👇 .. but in normal drive all the gears are changing.. anyone know why? Pls pls help me
Did exactly what you did in an identical 99 accord. Just finished and the car is shifting in and out of gear extremely hard. Especially from a stop. Any ideas?
I have a P0780 code on my 2000 accord v6 and it kicks when I put it in D4. It’s always kicked since I got it but the check engine light came on recently for that and shifting has also gotten pretty delayed
Have you tried cleaning the screens and replacing the fluid?
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE i have not I’ll do that, anything else you recommend?
I have a 2002 and I know it cost more but you have to use Honda fluid
Hello was your problem resolved? Did you flush out transmission fluid?
2001 honda accord What is the problem with the car gear pulling?
What do you mean by gear pulling? Like the car is surging forward?
I think that somebody had my accords automatic trans filled wit wrong atf prewiously. That was green atf oil. Original honda atf oil is in red color. Somebody cheaped out on trans oil change apparently
Yeah these Honda transmissions are finicky when it comes to the trans fluid.
Hello thank 1st..
2nd.. I hade à broblem with m'y accord coup 3.0 yesterday 2nd shift take tooo long to ingage & when it fit it make like bomm
From 1st to 2nd & From 3d to 2nd ( 2nd shift in out) I cheked solénoïdes are clean..
Want to changé iol wishing thats gonna make some thing 😞
Hello. I bought a 2003 Accord 3.0 vtec for $200 because it had a ball joint out and sitting on the corner at the convenience store for over a month. The rest of the car is in mint condition so I got lucky. Except, I replaced the driver's side axle and ball joint. The car runs fine with 183,000 MI... although the transmission is giving me problems. I'll drive and it will shift into, first then into second, at what seems to be the appropriate ranges.. if I continue to hold the throttle, it acts as though it slipped into neutral. Flares, if you will. If I sit and tap dance on the gas lightly, it will sometimes fall into the proper gear. But when I put the brake on, all RPMs drop and acts like it's just idling even when I'm coasting it 30 miles an hour. Any suggestions?
That’s an awesome deal congrats. Have you checked the transmission fluid level yet? Also check the color of it and smell to see if it’s burnt. I’d start there first and let me know.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE thank you for your quick reply.. I've seem better looking transmission fluid but I've seen a lot worse. Not sure if it's Honda brand that was in it or not, or how much of a difference it makes when the ball joint broke it pulled the intermediate CV shaft out. The other part stayed in the transmission. I was told that was good because it could damage it otherwise. The guy who sold it to me had taken out the front catalytic converter.. no it wasn't stolen LOL. He just wanted to get some money out of the car and figured that was a way to do it. Basically wash his hands of it so to speak.. in the process he damage the radiator and cooling fans which I replaced with new. And looking at the old radiator, it looks as though he cut the transmission cooling lines because the partial rubber hoses on each of them.. but I could not locate where they would go to. There was no brackets for open-ended hoses to go to. Haven't spoken to the guy in a while cuz he's had heart surgery so it's still a mystery. The times I have ran it, I haven't leaked any transmission fluid. I followed the Honda's instructions on checking it and it seems to be at the proper level. And it's not differing in the way it shifts.. like I said it will shift at 11 mph then 22... then around 29 is when it flares. I let off the gas and the RPMs drop down immediately to idle. I have a service manual but it's difficult to specify what symptoms they ask for them to give a cause. The closest I can find is one that says it is the C shift valve... I thought I would check with you before I started pulling random 10 mm bolts out LOL.. also there's obviously some oxygen sensor codes that come up on my blue driver and a large connector was cut that I haven't found a home for yet.. it comes from the harness on the front fuel rail/coil pack rail... could that affect the transmission in such a way? And obviously I have quite a few dash lights on. But none of the lights are blinking by the D or the 1, 2 or D3. Apparently that is a sign that particular shift valve has failed. I really appreciate you taking the time to read this book that I've written. Any help before I make matters "worse" would be greatly appreciated. I'm a custodian at my school district and it's summertime so I have absolutely no time to work on cars which is my favorite hobby. I made an appointment for Diagnostics at a Honda dealership on Monday but don't really want to give a dealership my money if I can figure it out on my own. With your help of course. Thanks again..
@@bonscotty67 yeah it’s hard to tell without seeing it. How many miles is on the car? Only thing I can think of is doing a fluid change and checking the shift solenoid screens to make sure there getting good flow and pressure and see if that helps since your not getting any codes for the transmission.
My 05 is doing the same
Did it improve the shifting or was it the same?
Improved somewhat but still isn't perfect
I got the code P0753 stating the shift solenoid valve A was the problem can you tell me which one you removed that was Valve A
Shift solenoid A should be that first set of solenoids I pulled and cleaned the screens on in the video.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE awesome thank you
Solution pls :- My Honda bulldog 1999 D4 light always start to blink when the gear change to 3 or 4, but if i off the engine and start again it will stop but when it change to 3or 4 gear is start to blink again but my speedometer is not work, i need your advice on how to solve the issue
Is your check engine light on or have you checked to see if it's throwing and codes? Have you checked the fluid to make sure it isn't low and also see how dirty the fluid is? Could also be a solenoid failing or may just need to be cleaned and fresh fluid like what I did in this video.
I am mechanic, a car honda accord 2000 model GH-CF3 1.8 Giving trouble in gear shifting, it is giving a hard jurk while gear shifting, i am going to service all valve bodies of it.
If my vechicle is a 2001 and flashing d4 should I drain the tranny fluid?
I got a p0741 code is says torque converter circuit clutch/performance/stuck off what is it? Help. 2003 Honda Accord ex
This could be multiple things from bad transmission fluid, bad solenoid, torque converter clutch going bad, screens clogged. I would try changing the fluid and also cleaning the screens like I did in the video even though yours is a 2003 it should be similar. How many miles is on your Honda?
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE 194k
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE I was told not to touch my atf since it’s old.
You definitely want to do the partial drain and fill. It gives you a chance to clean the magnet on the drain plug so that it can catch particles from the other 4 qts of old fluid remaining in the torque converter and valve body. My car is at 288K, and it's just now throwing a Torque Converter Shift Solenoid code. I will be attempting this same job once my parts come in.
Hey ,Ive also got a honda acoord 2001 v6
I was hit from the side by another car and realized the car started shifting very badly(P1573)
I have to change the torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit but I don't know where it's located ...please help.
The torque converter clutch solenoid is the first one I removed in the video starting at 13:47.
Did it fix the problem
Not entirely but did help some the car is still going strong today. My teenage son is driving it now and is holding up to the beating he’s giving it.
My 1998 Honda accord lx 3.0 the D4 is flashing it has no power off take off almost all noise and no speed very slow take off I replaced the trans not long ago either
What does the second solenoid you removed actually do? Reverse and drive?
It's the pressure control solenoid. It controls pressure of the fluid to the clutches and bands to allow the transmission to shift gears
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGEhi, I have a 2002 v4 accord recently changed the 3rd gear pressure switch, however, the car still seems to delay/have a hard time when shifting from gear 2ish to to gear 3ish is that makes sense. Other gears are fine just these are acting up. Do you think if I change the solenoid it will work or is this other type of transmission problem? In advanced thank you answering!
My 6th gen accord has had the d4 light blinking repeatedly until i turned off the car least twice ever sense i got it, its a 2000 v6. I checked the tranny fluid but it looks healthy and has enough when dip the stick back into it. Could it be the shift selenoid ? I need your help :( the shift malfunction code was p0780
If your fluid looks good and the level is where it should be most likely the shift solenoid is bad especially if the d4 light is blinking. How many miles is on the vehicle? The new solenoids are pretty pricey might try and find a used one at your local salvage yard.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE it has 216k. But the coils went out before the selenoid did so I think the coils burnt out the shift selenoid.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE I can find one online for cheaper, but the risk is a bit higher.
@@bobiphett4633 has the transmission fluid ever been changed that you know of?
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE it was done at 213k
I have a Honda Civic lx 2003 and I got a p0730 code incorrect gear ratio and I fixed the shifter solenoid and can find the other solenoid
We're you able to find it or no?
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE no gave up on the car got some thing different
Is it available in Honda Accord 2004 V30
I've heard most cars check Transmission Fluid when hot, parked on level ground, and Vehicle off...
Yes on the Honda accord’s you check it with the transmission hot and engine off.
Not all.
On Mercedes Benz & Dodge Chrysler with their shared & popular 722.6 / 5Gtronic Transmission
(RWD) its checked hot & idling in N or P.
@@psalm2forliberty577 hmm interesting
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE Good video, but you seems to contradict your comment here vs. 38:49 where you say tranny is cold when checking fluid level. Should it be at Operating Temp or not? Thanks!!
My v6 2006 is acting up but no codes. Any suggestions?
What’s it exactly doing?
my honda accord 1997 when i drive may be for few minutes 10min or so the D4 starts blinking and the speedmeter is not working i tried changing the gear oil and also changed a sensor 1day it was ok but now same problem t
whats the solution?
Sounds like maybe your vehicle speed sensor is bad or an issue with the vehicle speed sensor harness since you said you already did a transmission fluid change. I would check and make sure its plugged in all the way and inspect the wiring harness on it just in case and let me know.
Good film , i cant find transmition , you help me men , a from poland 👌
Any updates how’s it running, shifting well still?
It’s still going strong my teenage son drives it now. It’s not new perfect but shifts a lot better than it did before.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE thanks for the response, I just acquired the same 99 accord 3.0 with the same shift problem your talking about I’m changing the trans fluid today…was thinking of using Lucas trans fix because I’ve heard good things about it…seems like the lubegaurd worked decent for your situation, im still deciding between the two… Anyway nice video thanks
With what did you cleaned the solenoids with?
You don’t really need to clean the solenoids just make sure the screen are not clogged or blocked.
you could probably reverse flush the screens with a spray can of brake cleaner with the nozzle attached. then let it dry before installing.
Anyone think a P0740 code can get fixed with this solenoid and flush?
Hallo, quanti litri di Oglio servono per trasmissione , per Honda Accord 3,0 V6 1999 coupé. E se mi può aiutare qualcuno con part Nr. per il filtro piccolo. Che si trova sulla parte destra vicino alla bateria. Grazie mille.
Is this a 3.0L V6 motor?
Yes 3.0
Ok...Im going to have to watch the video a Million Times to do it myself......😁😁😁😁
@@WILDBILL3912 sounds good let me know if you run into any problems or have questions
You should have replaced the gaskets and tested the solenoids before putting them back on.
Gaskets and screens were still in good shape and I wasn’t getting any codes for the solenoids so figured they were still good.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE good luck trying to clear all the old paper gasget off... without getting any crap down the holes, around all the tubes. i just checked the screens on mine, gave it a look to put a new gasket on, and decided against it. if it leaks, i'll do it then, but otherwise, its more risk than reward
What has it cause to replace them
I have a P0730 code does anyone know which solenoid it is?
On a 01 Honda civic lx
I got a p01750
Sounds like a bad pressure control solenoid have you tried cleaning the screens and replacing the transmission fluid?
Same code too , should I replace the solenoid first then fluid change or
Can I get some help
Sure what's going on?
Exelent video.. Buttttttt, just a reminder.. DO NOT EVER check transmission oil with engine off. Too bad for checking fluid level.. motor engine yes.. engine on.. But not for transmission olil..
On this year of the Honda Accord you check the automatic transmission fluid with it warmed up and ENGINE OFF. Also says that in the owners manual. Like you said though most vehicles you do check it with the engine running and that's what im used to as well.
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE didn't know thanks for the info
@@jessemoreno9250 on the 7th gen accord you check with them off Aswell just have to warm up and go through the gears
This Honda you need to check the transmission level with engine off. I would not take advice from the internet unless verified with the shop or owner’s manual. Owner’s manual clearly states how to properly check oils and fluids. It also clearly states when to change fluids and oils. Reading and understanding the owner’s manual is the key to getting 300,000 miles or more with this vehicle (and many others). Many cars do need their transmission fluid checked while the engine is running but that is the reason for each car to have it’s own instruction manual.
You are wrong! On hondas you have to worm up to working temperature when is first time radiator kicks on, turn off engine waiting 60-90 second then check the level of transmission fluid!!! Should be between lower and upper dots 👍
Who said honda cars are reliable?
Only the non automatic ones 😂
I have far fewer Honda's and Toyota's coming in for service compared to Ford's, Dodge's and Chevy's.
Normally they are only if you take care of them. I have ti fix problems that occur from people who didnt change their oil or trans fluid early enough. So now I have to change rod bearings and clean out the trans solenoids
The wrong year
Lmao none of you work on cars if you think this is a good job who puts oil on a gasket not real mechanics 😂
If your the expert why you watching this video 🤣
If I drove my Honda Accord low in fluid what that cause my Honda to do
…and shifting not improved…?
Helped somewhat but didn’t cure it totally.
I have a 99 Honda Accord LX,I'm having the same issue but when I shift my car into any gear in drive it doesn't take off.Its a small delay when I reverse tho but could this be the problem.i just replaced my power steering pump and idle valve controll
Yeah I would try cleaning the screens because it may not be building up enough pressure because the screen is clogged. Does it get any better once the transmission gets warmed up?
@@BLUECOLLARGARAGE i can hear the engine tryna shift into gear and I can feel it push alil but I can't drive down the street without it going out.Car stays on tho and the engine doesn't cut off,but I don't get alot of pressure in my break pedal too.If there's any other contact info to reach you id appreciate it.this is my 1st car and I'm learning the ins and out of fixing my own car so I'd need all the help and tips I can get.MUCH LOVE FOR REACHING OUT
My car is pretty much all new from the inside out,brand new starter,power steering pump,idle valve behind the firewall,filters are clean
I do have a small puncture in my top hose connected to my power steering pump so I'm gonna buy a new one
Check engine light just came on our 1997 Honda Accord DX, with 200k miles on it. Car has been shifting slowly for years. I just thought the tranny was old. Mechanic changed out shift solenoid (June 03, 2022) and the car is driving like a champ. OMG all these years I just thought the tranny was dying.