How do you know if your gear is slipped while shifting?

If your transmission is slipping, be aware of the signs.

1. Engine revs or chugs.
2. Slow, weak or delayed acceleration.
3. Difficulty shifting gears or hard shifting.
4. Grinding, whining or other strange noises.
5. Won’t go in reverse.
6. Burned or strange smells.
7. Check engine light.

Does a light come on when your transmission is going out?

Transmission problems can cause the check engine light to come on as well, however it’s not always as apparent as other components within the vehicle. If there is a lack of response from your transmission, usually it is difficult for the vehicle owner to determine where the problem originated.

Why is my Acura TL not shifting properly?

I own a 2003 Acura Tl. My transmission is not shifting properly unless I baby the engine. The problems gets worse as the car heats up and gets hot. The main problem comes in when shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear and from 2nd to 3rd as well.

When do transmission problems start on an Acura?

Troubleshooting Acura Transmission Problems. Even though Acura makes dependable vehicles, transmission slipping, poor shifting, shudder, or skipping are some problems that Acura owners often face. Acura transmission problems can start as early as 60,000 miles and are typically noticeable in cold weather or at startup.

What to do if your Acura is stuck in gear?

If your Acura is stuck in gear or you notice a delay in shifting, the first thing that you need to do is check the transmission fluid level. Do not drive an Acura with low transmission fluid.

When does the vibration start on an Acura TL?

Vibration leading to a shudder in the front end of a 2004 Acura Tl. Vibration starts at 1500 rpm up through 2000 rpm at 45 mph through 60 mph. Vibration and shudder is intermittent in nature and can be quite severe causing you to slow down. Car has been back to the dealer 3 times since I purchased it in October 2004.

Troubleshooting Acura Transmission Problems. Even though Acura makes dependable vehicles, transmission slipping, poor shifting, shudder, or skipping are some problems that Acura owners often face. Acura transmission problems can start as early as 60,000 miles and are typically noticeable in cold weather or at startup.

Why is my Acura not shifting between gears?

When this happens, your Acura transmission will delay shifting between gears in upshifting and downshifting. To fix this problem often a new torque converter is needed.

If your Acura is stuck in gear or you notice a delay in shifting, the first thing that you need to do is check the transmission fluid level. Do not drive an Acura with low transmission fluid.

Are there any problems with the Acura clutch pack?

Read fault codes via the OBD2 port located under the dashboard using an OBD2 scanner. Another problem that can affect some Acuras is that the 3rd gear clutch pack may wear prematurely. If this happens, you may have issues upshifting or downshifting in 3rd gear.