Transmission problems
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Transmission problems
So I got an 08 tl type s manual.
I had the clutch done and there were some problems. The mechanic put the clutch plate on backwards which ultimately melted my release bearing on the the shaft it slides on. So they sent it to a person to get the bellhousing changed and now my input shaft bearing is making noise. And My shifter is very loose, and when it gets cold outside it does not shift into 1st, 3rd, 5th gear, or if it does go into the gear it won't come back out without a fight. My assumption is that thr detent springs were put in the wrong spots. I say that because now the car shifts perfectly into gear with no issues other than feeling loose.
my question now is, should I send the transmission to a transmission shop or buy a used one and swap it in?
And if I should send it to a transmission shop who would you recommend that does a good job?
Plz help I really want my car back on the road.
I had the clutch done and there were some problems. The mechanic put the clutch plate on backwards which ultimately melted my release bearing on the the shaft it slides on. So they sent it to a person to get the bellhousing changed and now my input shaft bearing is making noise. And My shifter is very loose, and when it gets cold outside it does not shift into 1st, 3rd, 5th gear, or if it does go into the gear it won't come back out without a fight. My assumption is that thr detent springs were put in the wrong spots. I say that because now the car shifts perfectly into gear with no issues other than feeling loose.
my question now is, should I send the transmission to a transmission shop or buy a used one and swap it in?
And if I should send it to a transmission shop who would you recommend that does a good job?
Plz help I really want my car back on the road.
Forum member @MyGuti had something similar happen after his clutch replacement, starting at post #49:
Experiencing Problems after new Clutch + Slave Cylinder - AcuraZine - Acura Enthusiast Community
Another update about this whole ordeal.
So car went back to the shop to get a new OEM bearing put in.
Since the car had just been worked on, the shop was going to cover all labor costs and the parts were warrantied through their supplier.
As the supplier sent over a brand new clutch kit, the shop was going to do the whole job over again.....because why not?
I get a call two days ago.....owner of the shop tells me that the tech accidentally installed the clutch disc wrong and it caused damage to a flange (no idea what this is)
Owner was saying if they were unable to get a new flange, then they would have to source a new transmission.
The flange is still available but has to be ordered by the dealer. So waiting on the ETA on that.
The shops going to re-open tom so I will be calling to get some more information as to what exactly happened.
Its a very reputable shop, and i've used them several times in the past. The accidental mis-install was just a fluke, as the same tech had done the original clutch job without any issues.
My main concern now is did they complete the clutch job, then go to start the car and then realize it was done incorrectly?
I don't know what kind of damage a backwards installed clutch disc could do if the vehicle was started......
I appreciate all input as you guys have really helped with the process
So car went back to the shop to get a new OEM bearing put in.
Since the car had just been worked on, the shop was going to cover all labor costs and the parts were warrantied through their supplier.
As the supplier sent over a brand new clutch kit, the shop was going to do the whole job over again.....because why not?
I get a call two days ago.....owner of the shop tells me that the tech accidentally installed the clutch disc wrong and it caused damage to a flange (no idea what this is)
Owner was saying if they were unable to get a new flange, then they would have to source a new transmission.
The flange is still available but has to be ordered by the dealer. So waiting on the ETA on that.
The shops going to re-open tom so I will be calling to get some more information as to what exactly happened.
Its a very reputable shop, and i've used them several times in the past. The accidental mis-install was just a fluke, as the same tech had done the original clutch job without any issues.
My main concern now is did they complete the clutch job, then go to start the car and then realize it was done incorrectly?
I don't know what kind of damage a backwards installed clutch disc could do if the vehicle was started......
I appreciate all input as you guys have really helped with the process
Last edited by zeta; Aug 17, 2023 at 09:49 AM.
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