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#26 of 143 1996 Honda Accord transmission by banksaccord

Feb 25, 2008 (2:41 pm)

If anyone can help me I would appreciate it. I have a 1996 Honda Accord "Anniversary Edition", which has about 70,000 miles. I don't travel much. I have took it to my locate Meineke shop and they said it maybe something in the transmission. What is does is when I brake the whole car shakes and vibrates like crazy. I have taken very good care of is since I purchased it with 13 miles on. It has all the maintenance upkeep and oil changes. I think I have done everything to keep it in good shape until now. I would appreciate any help, tips, and advice.

#27 of 143 Re: 1996 Honda Accord transmission [banksaccord] by thegraduate

Feb 25, 2008 (9:43 am)

Replying to: banksaccord (Feb 25, 2008 2:41 pm)
Honestly, it sounds like your brake rotors may be warped. I'd try a different shop, but I'm not an expert.
 
Elroy will chime in soon (he's good about having answers ).
 
Best of luck,
 
TheGrad
 
1996 Accord LX, 178,000 mi
2006 Accord EX, 29,700 mi

#28 of 143 Re: 1996 Honda Accord transmission [thegraduate] by banksaccord

Feb 25, 2008 (2:46 pm)

Replying to: thegraduate (Feb 25, 2008 9:43 am)
Thanks the graduate. I appreicate any help I can get.

#29 of 143 Re: 1996 Honda Accord transmission [banksaccord] by elroy5

Feb 25, 2008 (3:25 pm)

Replying to: banksaccord (Feb 25, 2008 2:41 pm)
It could be the transmission. If you brake, and the transmission refuses to downshift, it could cause a lot of shaking. A sign of this would be if the rpm goes down really low even at higher speeds. Do you feel the transmission downshifting? Warped brake rotors can cause vibration also. Do you feel anything at the brake pedal? Engine/transmission mounts can cause some serious shaking, but it would shake even at idle sitting at a red light. Bad suspension components will make any other shaking even worse. My advise is to get a second, and maybe third opinion on this issue.

#30 of 143 Re: 1996 Honda Accord transmission [elroy5] by banksaccord

Feb 25, 2008 (3:39 pm)

Replying to: elroy5 (Feb 25, 2008 3:25 pm)
Thanks elroy. Now that you mentioned it, I do feel something at the brake pedal. Would you suggest I get an opinion from a transmission specialist or take it to the dealership or both?

#31 of 143 Re: 1996 Honda Accord transmission [banksaccord] by elroy5

Feb 25, 2008 (4:00 pm)

Replying to: banksaccord (Feb 25, 2008 3:39 pm)
I would get the rotors checked out. Maybe get them to test drive the car.
Sure, if you can find the time, get estimates from a few places. The dealership knows Honda cars better, but they are usually more expensive too, so that's entirely up to you.

#32 of 143 Re: 1996 Honda Accord transmission [elroy5] by banksaccord

Feb 25, 2008 (5:46 pm)

Replying to: elroy5 (Feb 25, 2008 4:00 pm)
Thanks elroy5. You have been a tremendous amount of help. At least this gives me something to go on. You know some mechanics like to take advantage of some women. Thanks again.

#33 of 143 Re: 1996 Honda Accord transmission [banksaccord] by thegraduate

Feb 25, 2008 (8:14 pm)

Replying to: banksaccord (Feb 25, 2008 5:46 pm)
I told ya elroy would be more help than I could be.
 
Keep us posted on your situation!
 
Best regards,
 
TheGrad

#34 of 143 Re: 1996 Honda Accord transmission [banksaccord] by elroy5

Feb 25, 2008 (4:03 pm)

Replying to: banksaccord (Feb 25, 2008 5:46 pm)
I feel for people who have little knowledge about cars, and are at the mercy of repair shops. Unfortunately many repair shops guess what is causing the problem, and throw parts at it. This can become very expensive when they keep guessing the wrong part. Getting a second or third opinion can reduce the likelyhood of this. Your health insurance will usually require you to get a second opinion before having surgery. I think it should also be a requirement for your car. Having a mechanic you know personally is best, but not everyone has that luxury.

#35 of 143 Re: 1996 Honda Accord transmission [elroy5] by pat

Feb 25, 2008 (11:03 pm)

Replying to: elroy5 (Feb 25, 2008 4:03 pm)
Having a mechanic you know personally is best, but not everyone has that luxury.
 
You got that right!!
 
Elroy, as the graduate noted, your input around here is very helpful. Thanks very much!!

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