Originally Posted by jules
PS I am going to get that manual you mentioned today. Sadly, I have been having the maintenance that is required/recommended by Honda done at the dealer (except sometimes I get the oil changed at valvoline--but last two times at Honda) for the past year--I rode with that light on for a LONG time. Some stuff is every 15000 miles or so. Got caught up on all the maintenance a good while back and everthing was fine up until the gas pedal sticking started up. I am going to check and make sure everything looks like it is hooked up right..I still think they did not get it all back like it was before that induction svc. Thanks again, and I will let you know what I find out. I really appreciate your advice. Jules
Make sure you get the helms from
www.helminc.com. The Haynes isn't as good. For the $60 you spend on it you'll save far more over time.
Just make sure all the hoses and places where hoses should plug in have homes. You'll be able to tell.
Here are the possible causes that the Helms lists for engine idle vibration:
1) Low ATF level
2) Torque converter clutch solenoid valve defective (I think this would set off a check engine light)
3) Drive plate defective or transmission misassembled
4) Engine output low (aka spark plugs, air filter, air flow sensor, etc)
5) Lock-up clutch piston defective
6) ATF pump worn or binding
7) Lock-up shift valve defective
8) Restricted cooler
Notes: Set idle RPM to the specified idle speed. If still not good, adjust the engine mounts as outlined in the engine section of this service manual.
- Check ATF level and check ATF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, flush ATF cooler lines.
- Check ATF cooling system for restriction