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Poor Acceleration When Starting Off In D, S, and R; Stall Speed Low In D and S In 1st and 2nd; Engine Does Not Rev to High RPM




Poor acceleration when starting off in D, S, and R; stall speed low in D and S in 1st and 2nd; the engine does not rev to high rpm, and the transmission only upshifts at low rpm (engine at normal operating temperature)

Poor acceleration when starting off in D, S, and R; stall speed low in D and S in 1st and 2nd; the engine does not rev to high rpm, and the transmission only upshifts at low rpm (engine at normal operating temperature)

Engine output low

Shift solenoid valve E defective

Torque converter one-way clutch defective

Torque converter clutch piston defective

Lock-up shift valve defective

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Inspect shift solenoid valve E for seizure, and the O-rings for wear and damage.

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Check the fuel pressure Testing and Inspection.

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Check for exhaust restriction.

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Check for intake restriction.

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Check the VTEC rocker arms VTEC Rocker Arm Test.

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Replace the torque converter.

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Check the lock-up shift valve in the regulator valve body for free movement, and check the lock-up shift valve spring for wear and damage.