Expert: Sean Halliday - 1/3/2008

Question
Hi Sean,
i currently own a Honda Accord 96 model... it has 228 ,000 km's on it, a automatic and everything works fine but there is problems when accelerating as a result sometimes the car shakes and doesn't move when driving for long periods any suggestions will be greatly appreciated
thank you


Answer
I dont do any work on automatic transmissions these days but from what you say it sounds like the tranny is due a major service or needs overhauled.There are many reasons for the shudder such as transmission mount,torque converter,bearings,driveshafts,its possible too that the ATF is overheating so it may be a coolant problem with the ATF flow to the radiator.Most common cause for no drive is a burnt clutch or clutch packs in the tranny.Worn bands,bad governor,low pump pressure.I would take it to a shop as many have free diagnostics and will look at it for you.