TSB for six speed manual

[RTexasF]

If this has been posted elsewhere please delete this one. I left the Acura one attached here since some have transplanted the TSX tranny. Honda TSB 08-020

Honda 6 Speed Manual Transmission Problems

A TSB has been released to address the 3rd gear grinds, pop outs and difficulty engaging the gear.

HONDA VEHICLES AFFECTED:

* 2003-2007 Accord V6 with M/T = ALL

* 2008 Accord V6 with M/T 2-Door = From VIN 1HGCS218.8A000001 thru 1HGCS218.8A003478

* 2006-2007 Civic Si 2-Door = ALL

* 2008 Civic Si 2-Door = From VIN 2HGFG215.8H700001 thru 2HGFG215.8H701973

* 2007 Civic Si 4-Door = ALL

* 2008 Civic Si 4-Door = From VIN 2HGFA555.8H700001 thru 2HGFA555.8H702465



ACURA VEHICLES AFFECTED:


TSB 08-018 (Same wording as Honda TSB)


* RSX-S 6SPD All model year

* 2003 CL 6SPD

* 2004-2007 TL 6SPD

* 2008 TL 6SPD VIN 0-3xxxx

[timot_one]

Good info Rick.  I'm glad to see that the TSX 6MT is not on the list.

[RTexasF]

Yeah, it seems they got that one right. It's a major repair on the others....10 hours!

[NVA-AV6]

Yeah, this definatly not DIY stuff for the casual guy.....

[AV6NHBP6SPD]

so far dont have problem with mine. maybe it was already done before i got the car? is there way to tell if trany was replaced?

[b_beau_09]

hey paul, do you know if this service was done to my transmission over there? is there a way you can check it?  obviously i'd like to have this issue taken care of before it gets installed.. if need be.

[Blackhawk]

Thanks for sharing Rick. Now at 82K, the Hawk is starting to be a bit difficult about clearing the gate on 3rd sometimes, although it goes away significantly after a fluid swap. It's now due anyway (15K since last) but I will keep an eye on it. This may be one of the things I get done along with the 100K timing belt maintenance.

-JT

[v6sicksspeed]

60K and still going good on my tranny.  1st gets notchy for me on occasion but its never become a real problem.

[Mr Eazy]

I got this done on my ride. I highly recommend getting this done sooner than later.

It doesn't matter if you still have a warranty or not, it's a TSB and Honda should fix it no matter what.

Be prepared to leave the car at the shop for more than 1 day.

[Mr Eazy]

I got this done on my ride. I highly recommend getting this done sooner than later.

It doesn't matter if you still have a warranty or not, it's a TSB and Honda should fix it no matter what.

Be prepared to leave the car at the shop for more than 1 day.

Actually Mr. Eazy, Being I work for Nissan at the parts counter, there is a big difference between a Recall and a TSB.....A Recall is something that HAS to be replaced (usually a safety issue) and they send out letters to homes to inform the consumers. Warranty or none, the dealer HAS to replace it!
As for a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin)- Is usually an on going (but not all)  problems for a vehicle...if the Tech cannot diagnose the car on his own, he would then check the dealers assist and read the TSB which shows him how to diagnosis and correct the problem. If the vehicle falls under the TSB and the problem is positive, Only Warranty will pay for this. If No warranty is present then the consumer is responsible.
Parts- 3rd Gear Set retail- $275.00
Labor- 19hrs- $1,968.oo (appx 3-4 days)

Thanks for the correction Derrick.

For all it's worth I hope you're wrong and Honda will fix it for you. However, since you already have the price, then I'm guessing it's a no go.

Good luck bro.

[Rich01]

Anyone ever looked into those extended warranty they have advertising on TV. Some have guys from Nascar promoting them. Are they just talking out of their asses or do they actually offer a good, legitimate warranty?

[slipkord]

Good info Rick.  I'm glad to see that the TSX 6MT is not on the list.

+1!   I'm looking at an 05 TSX 6MT  

[timot_one]

I'm looking at an 05 TSX 6MT   :lol: SMH!

No offense man, but you do not know what you are talking about.  How can the gear ratio's "suck" and what do you mean by "falls out of VTEC"?  The TSX's sport 6MT would be considered an upgrade from the Accord's economy 5MT because it has shorter gears.  If you ever drive an i4 Accord with a 5MT and then get into an Accord with a TSX 6MT, you will eat your words.

[timot_one]

Why modify mounts when you can swap internals?  Seems like a shitload more work to get a RSX-S or Civic Si tranny and modify the mounts.  The TSX tranny is a direct bolt on with no modifications required.  To be honest, if you want shorter gear ratios, the best alternative is the Accord Euro-R tranny.  It's the same housing as the TSX so mounting is not an issue, it has the same gear ratios as the RSX-S, and it also comes equipped with an LSD.  A lot of guys that build K Series drag cars just swap the internals for shorter gear ratios.  That seems to be the more practical thing to do.

Here's a chart to show you the gear ratios between different K Series transmissions.

[timot_one]

I'm not sure if the RSX and Si tranny cases are made out of magnesium like the TSX one is, but if they are, I've heard it's a motherfucker to weld.