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Old March 18th 07, 03:27 PM posted to rec.autos.makers.honda
Abe Froman
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Default 98 Civic auto tranny problem #2432

On Mar 14, 3:55 pm, "Abe Froman" > wrote:
> > It sounds like it's too full (since the problem happens when warm). Are
> > you checking the tranny level under the right conditions? How much stuff
> > was on the magnetic drain plug, just for interest sake, and are you
> > planning to change the ATF two more times?
> > 'Curly'

>
> I suppose that could be the case. I drained the tranny then added 3
> full quarts. There wasn't a whole lot on the magnet just a little
> black colored metallic dust. I am planning to go today and pick up
> some more ATF at honda. and drain and refill. Funny thing is, today
> I haven't been able to duplicate the problem - (knock on wood). My
> driving to day was 30 minutes of in town driving to work and 30
> minutes back.
>
> Any other insight?


Well, the problem seems to have went away. Just to be safe I still
drained and refilled one more time. Yesterday, I returned from a 400
mile round trip and the transmission seems to be functioning 100%.

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