Transmission

1994 HONDA ACCORD
175,000 MILES
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SAJEPO
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I slammed on my brakes while driving my 1994 Honda Accord (automatic transmission). Since then, my car has had a real hard time shifting gears. It will rev-up at 2nd gear and if its not going fast enough the transmission won't shift into 3rd.

May 28, 2013 at 8:43 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Check the transmission fluid level and condition.
Check for trouble codes.
Have the throttle position sensor tested.
Is the speedometer working correctly?
May 28, 2013 at 11:11 AM
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SAJEPO
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The speedometer has been acting up for a long time so I didn't think that it could be a problem.
May 28, 2013 at 11:51 AM
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Oh also, How do I check for trouble codes and have the throttle position tested? Go to a mechanic?

Thanks,
Steve
May 28, 2013 at 11:53 AM
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KHLOW2008
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https://www.2carpros.com/articles/honda-car-1990-1995-obd1-code-retrieval-procedure-and-definition-table

Above link shows how to retrieve trouble codes.

A faulty vehicle speed sensor would cause the speedometer to fail and a failled VSS can affect driveability and transmission shifting irregularities.

To test the TPS you would need a DVOM and follow some procedures.
May 28, 2013 at 10:59 PM
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