1994 Acura Integra 94 Integra no reverse

1994 ACURA INTEGRA
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MONSTERBUG99
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Transmission problem
1994 Acura Integra 4 cyl Automatic 206k miles

I have a 94 Integra that when you put it into reverse, it acts like it is in neutral and wont back up at all. I have been told it might be the filter and tranny fluid, or the solenoids are bad, Or the transmission is going bad. What is it?
Jun 9, 2010 at 4:24 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi Monsterbug99,

Yes, the trans is on its way out. I believe the 4th speed should be slipping as well.

Possible causes when vehicle moves in all gears except "R"

• Defective Or Improperly Adjusted Shift Cable
• Defective Or Worn Reverse Gears
• Defective 4th Clutch
• Servo Control Valve Stuck
• Servo Valve Stuck
• Shift Fork Bent
• Worn Reverse Selector
Jun 10, 2010 at 10:40 AM
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MONSTERBUG99
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My car backs up right when you start it and the engine is still cold. But once it has a chance to warm up, it doesnt work. Also, the car jerks when shifting into gears while parked. Is that possibly related to the reverse problem? I was also wondering if it has a filter in the transmission?
Jun 11, 2010 at 10:34 PM
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KHLOW2008
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There is a strainer inside the transmission but it is a non serviceable part.

The harsh jerk could be due to bad engine mounts and a high idling speed.

When the reverse does not work after warming up, it could be a leak in the pressure lines or clutch and you would need to do a pressure test to confirm.
Jun 17, 2010 at 11:57 AM