1992 Civic High Revs Before Shifting

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WIL23
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hi,ive just recently bought a 92 civic which has run up 156,000kms. ive noticed wen driving the car, on D4 or D3 , that wen it is time for the gears to change it struggles, the engine noise gets louder and the revs go up to 4000-5000rpms before it changes.

ive noticed that if you try hammering down the accelerator the revs just get higher without the car gearing up.

although it is terrible wen the car is initially started, 5-10 mins of driving, improves it significantly.

is there anything i can do to fix this problem? perhaps the transmission fluids? or is this normal for an older car

thanks in advance!
Jan 28, 2006 at 12:53 AM
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It sounds like the shift solenoid is not working or sticking. Try replacing it with new, if no help the transmission is failing.
Jan 28, 2006 at 9:03 AM
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WIL23
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if the transmission is failing, is there anything that can be done to correct this problem? and wat would it involve.

thanks again
Jan 28, 2006 at 10:48 PM
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Suggested Repair

Replace the shift solenoid. If shifting does not improve, the transmission may be failing.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1992 Civic with 156,000 km reported delayed shifts in D4 and D3, with louder engine noise and revs rising to 4000-5000 RPM before the gear changed. Hard acceleration raised the revs without an upshift, and the problem was worse for the first 5-10 minutes after starting. The expert said the shift solenoid may be sticking or not working and recommended replacing it; if that does not help, the transmission is failing. The owner asked what could be done if the transmission is failing, but no further expert reply is shown.

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