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Fixing Honda Transmission SHUDDER | Complete Guide for Honda Automatic Transmission Maintenance

Freedom Family Auto Group · 34K views · 15:06

Skill Level

Intermediate

Time Required

Half day

Estimated Cost

$50–200

Equipment

Honda Accord 9th Gen

Permit Required

No
Today Laura shows Step-by-Step How to Fix & Maintain a shuddering Honda Transmission. *DISCLAIMER: THIS TUTORIAL IS NOT MEANT FOR HONDAS WITH A CVT TRANSMISSION. CHECK YOUR VIN NUMBER TO FIND OUT WHAT TYPE OF TRANSMISSION YOU HAVE BEFORE TRYING THESE SOLUTIONS.* Laura explains the problem in more depth, & how her process fixed the issue. There are also troubleshooting tips for tougher problems, submitted by our subscribers & commenters that have experience with this problem. We hope that this video is helpful to you by sharing our own experience & conclusion of this problem! Thanks for Watching! Subscribe, Like & Share! We Appreciate Your Support! TOOLS & PRODUCTS USED IN THIS VIDEO (Including OEM ATF & MaxLife ATF Fluids, Crush Washer, Funnels, & more: https://amzn.to/4ezWoPD Freedom Family Auto Group WEBSITE: https://ridefreedomms.com/ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 0:13 - Video Overview 0:36 - Transmission Types 1:26 - Shudder symptoms 3:01 - Honda's Drain & Fill process 3:32 - Why not flush? 3:52 - OEM ATF vs Valvoline MaxLife ATF 5:02 - Go with your gut 5:20 - Draining process 5:59 - Plug Magnet monitoring 6:50 - Tightening Plug 7:10 - Filling & Fluid Amount 7:57 - Checking Dipstick 8:16 - Cycling through Gears 8:45 - Driving Process 9:17 - Typical Drain & Fill results 9:37 - Other Transmission Problems 9:48 - Transmission Slamming 10:27 - Transmission Codes 10:50 - Transmission Gear Scarring 11:01 - Transmission Filter replacement 11:46 - More tips to try 11:55 - EGR Valve 12:03 - VCM tuner/eliminator/muzzler 12:06 - Eco Mode effects on transmission life 12:48 - Check State laws for VCM tuner! 13:01 - Gear Switch or Pressure Switch 13:05 - Software Update (newer models only) 13:23 - Torque Converter 13:32 - Transmission Reset 13:40 - Reset Guide 13:56 - Final Thoughts 14:30 - Outro DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: HopFam Media, hereinafter referred to as (HFM) specifically DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES and assumes no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage suffered by any person as a result of the use or misuse of any of the information or content in this video. HFM recommends safe practices with Common Sense when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, and/or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. HFM assumes and/or undertakes NO LIABILITY for any loss or damage suffered as a result of the use, misuse or reliance on the information and content of this video. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK: This video is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only. It is your responsibility to evaluate for your own safety and physical condition, or that of your associates, and to independently determine whether to perform, use, or adapt any of the information and/or content of this video. Any automotive repair and/or modification may result in an injury. By voluntarily undertaking any task displayed in this video, you assume the risk of any resulting injury; your safety is the sole responsibility of the user and not HFM Honda, transmission, Transmission slip, transmission flush, 3.5L motor, internal engine repair, newer motor failure, problems, process, Honda Odyssey, Honda Ridgeline, Honda Pilot, Honda Passport, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, do it yourself, method, process, repair, used auto, used car, car dealer, car dealership, used car dealership, car maintenance, auto