Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
#16
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
John Hirsch wrote:
> (1) The 's' light does not flash, it is solid.
I assume that you mean the 'd' (for drive) light or 's' if the gear selector
is in sport mode.
> (2) In cold weather it works fine, the hotter it is, the worse it
> gets. (3) It will start off in hot weather working mannually,, then
> will not shift out of second when it gets hot.
It might be that the shift selector linkage is out of adjustment or perhaps
the throttle control cable needs adjustment.
It would be worthwhile looking at the error indicator on the transmission
control module itself. If it's like my Prelude the TCU is under the carpet
where the passenger's left foot rests.
There's usually a little flap of carpet up under the dash which you can pull
back to look at the error annunciator for the engine control computer. In
order to see the corresponding lamp for the TCU (to the left of the engine
control computer you'll probably have to pull back the carpet. Loosen it up
by removing the push-in fastener just to the left of that little flap of
carpet. You'll also have to unfasten it from the kick panel on the right.
If you reach around the panel you can feel where a hole in the carpet mates
with a fastener on the back of the kick panel.
Once you can see the TCU, turn the ignition to the 'on' position. Starting
the engine is not required. The LED on the module may flash briefly when
power is first applied. Ignore that. If the LED lights after that, count
the number of flashes which indicates where the TCU thinks the problem is.
The error code will repeat and is retained even if the problem temporarily
goes away. (It is reset by pulling the TCU sense fuse under the hood.)
While you're there also note if any error codes are being flashed by the
engine computer.
--
Chuck
> (1) The 's' light does not flash, it is solid.
I assume that you mean the 'd' (for drive) light or 's' if the gear selector
is in sport mode.
> (2) In cold weather it works fine, the hotter it is, the worse it
> gets. (3) It will start off in hot weather working mannually,, then
> will not shift out of second when it gets hot.
It might be that the shift selector linkage is out of adjustment or perhaps
the throttle control cable needs adjustment.
It would be worthwhile looking at the error indicator on the transmission
control module itself. If it's like my Prelude the TCU is under the carpet
where the passenger's left foot rests.
There's usually a little flap of carpet up under the dash which you can pull
back to look at the error annunciator for the engine control computer. In
order to see the corresponding lamp for the TCU (to the left of the engine
control computer you'll probably have to pull back the carpet. Loosen it up
by removing the push-in fastener just to the left of that little flap of
carpet. You'll also have to unfasten it from the kick panel on the right.
If you reach around the panel you can feel where a hole in the carpet mates
with a fastener on the back of the kick panel.
Once you can see the TCU, turn the ignition to the 'on' position. Starting
the engine is not required. The LED on the module may flash briefly when
power is first applied. Ignore that. If the LED lights after that, count
the number of flashes which indicates where the TCU thinks the problem is.
The error code will repeat and is retained even if the problem temporarily
goes away. (It is reset by pulling the TCU sense fuse under the hood.)
While you're there also note if any error codes are being flashed by the
engine computer.
--
Chuck
#17
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
John Hirsch wrote:
> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
> miles on it.
>
> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
smell burnt.
--
Chuck
> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
> miles on it.
>
> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
smell burnt.
--
Chuck
#18
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
John Hirsch wrote:
> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
> miles on it.
>
> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
smell burnt.
--
Chuck
> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
> miles on it.
>
> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
smell burnt.
--
Chuck
#19
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
John Hirsch wrote:
> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
> miles on it.
>
> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
smell burnt.
--
Chuck
> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
> miles on it.
>
> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
smell burnt.
--
Chuck
#20
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
"Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
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> John Hirsch wrote:
>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>> miles on it.
>>
>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>
> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>
> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
> smell burnt.
>
> --
> Chuck
>
>
It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
"Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
> John Hirsch wrote:
>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>> miles on it.
>>
>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>
> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>
> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
> smell burnt.
>
> --
> Chuck
>
>
#21
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
"Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
> John Hirsch wrote:
>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>> miles on it.
>>
>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>
> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>
> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
> smell burnt.
>
> --
> Chuck
>
>
It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
"Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
> John Hirsch wrote:
>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>> miles on it.
>>
>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>
> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>
> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
> smell burnt.
>
> --
> Chuck
>
>
#22
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
"Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
> John Hirsch wrote:
>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>> miles on it.
>>
>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>
> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>
> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
> smell burnt.
>
> --
> Chuck
>
>
It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
"Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
> John Hirsch wrote:
>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>> miles on it.
>>
>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>
> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>
> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
> smell burnt.
>
> --
> Chuck
>
>
#23
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
John Hirsch wrote:
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
> you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
simply press the tab and pull the plug. don't pull on the wires in case
you break them.
>
> "Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
> news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
>> John Hirsch wrote:
>>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>>> miles on it.
>>>
>>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>>
>> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
>> smell burnt.
>>
>> --
>> Chuck
>>
>>
>
>
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
> you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
simply press the tab and pull the plug. don't pull on the wires in case
you break them.
>
> "Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
> news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
>> John Hirsch wrote:
>>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>>> miles on it.
>>>
>>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>>
>> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
>> smell burnt.
>>
>> --
>> Chuck
>>
>>
>
>
#24
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
John Hirsch wrote:
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
> you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
simply press the tab and pull the plug. don't pull on the wires in case
you break them.
>
> "Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
> news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
>> John Hirsch wrote:
>>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>>> miles on it.
>>>
>>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>>
>> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
>> smell burnt.
>>
>> --
>> Chuck
>>
>>
>
>
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
> you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
simply press the tab and pull the plug. don't pull on the wires in case
you break them.
>
> "Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
> news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
>> John Hirsch wrote:
>>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>>> miles on it.
>>>
>>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>>
>> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
>> smell burnt.
>>
>> --
>> Chuck
>>
>>
>
>
#25
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
John Hirsch wrote:
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
> you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
simply press the tab and pull the plug. don't pull on the wires in case
you break them.
>
> "Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
> news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
>> John Hirsch wrote:
>>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>>> miles on it.
>>>
>>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>>
>> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
>> smell burnt.
>>
>> --
>> Chuck
>>
>>
>
>
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical dexterity....How do
> you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
simply press the tab and pull the plug. don't pull on the wires in case
you break them.
>
> "Charles" <electrochuckREMOVE@XXXatt.net> wrote in message
> news:YqIbi.151338$p47.111011@bgtnsc04-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
>> John Hirsch wrote:
>>> I guess I should have indicated that it is a 1990 and has 289,000
>>> miles on it.
>>>
>>> Dealer, I'm sure, would replace, but for more than I want to spend....
>> Yes, somewhere north of US$400.
>>
>> What's the condition of the transmission fluid? It should be pink and not
>> smell burnt.
>>
>> --
>> Chuck
>>
>>
>
>
#26
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
John Hirsch wrote:
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical
> dexterity....How do you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
As Jim says there's a button on the side of each of the connectors which you
push in slightly to release the catch. I usually have to gently push it in
with a lever of some kind release it and pry the connector out at the same
time. The connector fit can be tight and it is difficult to get your hand
in the right position.
Also be sure that the part numbers beginning with 28100 on the original and
the replacement modules are identical. (The lot numbers can vary.)
Any flashing indicator lamps on the computers when you started the engine?
--
Chuck
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical
> dexterity....How do you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
As Jim says there's a button on the side of each of the connectors which you
push in slightly to release the catch. I usually have to gently push it in
with a lever of some kind release it and pry the connector out at the same
time. The connector fit can be tight and it is difficult to get your hand
in the right position.
Also be sure that the part numbers beginning with 28100 on the original and
the replacement modules are identical. (The lot numbers can vary.)
Any flashing indicator lamps on the computers when you started the engine?
--
Chuck
#27
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
John Hirsch wrote:
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical
> dexterity....How do you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
As Jim says there's a button on the side of each of the connectors which you
push in slightly to release the catch. I usually have to gently push it in
with a lever of some kind release it and pry the connector out at the same
time. The connector fit can be tight and it is difficult to get your hand
in the right position.
Also be sure that the part numbers beginning with 28100 on the original and
the replacement modules are identical. (The lot numbers can vary.)
Any flashing indicator lamps on the computers when you started the engine?
--
Chuck
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical
> dexterity....How do you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
As Jim says there's a button on the side of each of the connectors which you
push in slightly to release the catch. I usually have to gently push it in
with a lever of some kind release it and pry the connector out at the same
time. The connector fit can be tight and it is difficult to get your hand
in the right position.
Also be sure that the part numbers beginning with 28100 on the original and
the replacement modules are identical. (The lot numbers can vary.)
Any flashing indicator lamps on the computers when you started the engine?
--
Chuck
#28
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
John Hirsch wrote:
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical
> dexterity....How do you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
As Jim says there's a button on the side of each of the connectors which you
push in slightly to release the catch. I usually have to gently push it in
with a lever of some kind release it and pry the connector out at the same
time. The connector fit can be tight and it is difficult to get your hand
in the right position.
Also be sure that the part numbers beginning with 28100 on the original and
the replacement modules are identical. (The lot numbers can vary.)
Any flashing indicator lamps on the computers when you started the engine?
--
Chuck
> Fluid was replaced, it is pink, no out of the ordinary smell.
> It has been a very good auto. I bought a used ATM for 150 bucks.
>
> Just reached my limit of tools, knowledge and physical
> dexterity....How do you unhook the bloody wires from this thing?
As Jim says there's a button on the side of each of the connectors which you
push in slightly to release the catch. I usually have to gently push it in
with a lever of some kind release it and pry the connector out at the same
time. The connector fit can be tight and it is difficult to get your hand
in the right position.
Also be sure that the part numbers beginning with 28100 on the original and
the replacement modules are identical. (The lot numbers can vary.)
Any flashing indicator lamps on the computers when you started the engine?
--
Chuck
#29
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
Folks...
Replacing the computer worked!
Shifts like a charm, you'd almost think it were new!
(til you look at it)
thanks for everyones advice.
John
"William Childress" <auggie66@bellsouth.net> wrote in message
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> John Hirsch wrote:
>> Needs replacing.
>>
>> Fine. No problem.
>>
>> Anyone have directions on HOW to do so.....????
>>
>> Real problem....
>
> Had problem with this unit a couple of months ago.
>
> Dealer replaced at no charge.
>
> Perhaps it was due to the recall on odometer since the car had 53,000 on
> it and it should not have been covered by warranty.
>
Replacing the computer worked!
Shifts like a charm, you'd almost think it were new!
(til you look at it)
thanks for everyones advice.
John
"William Childress" <auggie66@bellsouth.net> wrote in message
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> John Hirsch wrote:
>> Needs replacing.
>>
>> Fine. No problem.
>>
>> Anyone have directions on HOW to do so.....????
>>
>> Real problem....
>
> Had problem with this unit a couple of months ago.
>
> Dealer replaced at no charge.
>
> Perhaps it was due to the recall on odometer since the car had 53,000 on
> it and it should not have been covered by warranty.
>
#30
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Re: Honda Accord Transmission Control Module
Folks...
Replacing the computer worked!
Shifts like a charm, you'd almost think it were new!
(til you look at it)
thanks for everyones advice.
John
"William Childress" <auggie66@bellsouth.net> wrote in message
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> John Hirsch wrote:
>> Needs replacing.
>>
>> Fine. No problem.
>>
>> Anyone have directions on HOW to do so.....????
>>
>> Real problem....
>
> Had problem with this unit a couple of months ago.
>
> Dealer replaced at no charge.
>
> Perhaps it was due to the recall on odometer since the car had 53,000 on
> it and it should not have been covered by warranty.
>
Replacing the computer worked!
Shifts like a charm, you'd almost think it were new!
(til you look at it)
thanks for everyones advice.
John
"William Childress" <auggie66@bellsouth.net> wrote in message
newsLZai.3613$Da.3070@bignews4.bellsouth.net...
> John Hirsch wrote:
>> Needs replacing.
>>
>> Fine. No problem.
>>
>> Anyone have directions on HOW to do so.....????
>>
>> Real problem....
>
> Had problem with this unit a couple of months ago.
>
> Dealer replaced at no charge.
>
> Perhaps it was due to the recall on odometer since the car had 53,000 on
> it and it should not have been covered by warranty.
>