2003 Accord Automatic Transmission Shifting Problem
 

Hi,

I have a 2003 Accord EX V6 Sedan with the 5 speed automatic (103,xxx miles). Recently (maybe since it has gotten cold) the shift from 2nd to 3rd gear is preceeded by the rpms raising by a few hundred then it shifts. It's worse if i am trying to accelerate quickly. The fluid level is a little low, so i'm going to add some fluid. Could this be the problem? Any ideas or advice is appreciated.

Thanks,

Jackie

RE: 2003 Accord Automatic Transmission Shifting Problem
 

welcome to the forum, has the transmission been serviced on a normal interval, like each 30k. the filter gets dirty after a lot of miles. Are you using the proper trans fluid. Hondas are sometimes particular of the fluids used. Then there is a relay on the transmission and this goes bad. May need a Helms or service manual for better info. Also can go to the Library for more info.