98 Civic DX Auto shifting concerns

Discussion in 'Civic' started by jim, Dec 23, 2003.

  1. jim

    jim Guest

    Just junked my old Jetta and bought a used 98 Civic HB DX with 50k
    miles. Seems to run great but since this is my first Honda, im worried
    about the auto transmission since it shifts funny? Basically when the
    tranny shifts between gears say from 1st to 2nd to 3rd, I can hear the
    rpm rev up for about a half second during the shifts. Like driving a 5
    speed and not letting off the gas during each shift.

    So this normal or something to worry about?

    TIA!
     
    jim, Dec 23, 2003
    #1
  2. jim

    Leon Guest

    If it's flaring between shifts, your transmission will be fried in a very
    short while. Make sure the throttle cable (going to the transmission) is
    tight enough. It's better to have hard shifts than occasional slipping
    between shifts. All Hondas that I know off shift harsh.

    Merry Christmas,
    Leon
     
    Leon, Dec 24, 2003
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