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25. Install shift solenoid valve D (black connector) by holding the shift solenoid valve body; make sure the

mounting bracket contacts the accumulator body.

26. Install shift solenoid valve A (black connector) by holding the shift solenoid valve body; make sure the

mounting bracket contacts the accumulator body.

27. Install shift solenoid valve C (brown connector) by holding the shift solenoid valve body; make sure the

mounting bracket contacts the bracket of shift solenoid valve A.

28. Install shift solenoid valve B (brown connector) by holding the shift solenoid valve body; make sure the

mounting bracket contacts the accumulator body.

29. Connect the harness terminals to the solenoids:

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YEL wire connector to shift solenoid valve A.

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GRN wire connector to shift solenoid valve C.

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RED wire connector to shift solenoid valve B.

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ORN wire connector to shift solenoid valve D.

30. Install the shift solenoid valve cover, dowel pins, and a new gasket.

31. Install the new solenoid valve body gasket on the solenoid valve cover, and install the ATF pipes with the

filter end in the transmission housing. Install new O-rings over the ATF pipes.

32. Install A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A and B.

33. Secure the harness cover with the bolt.

34. Check the connectors for rust, dirt, or oil, clean or repair if necessary, then connect the connectors

securely.

35. Apply molybdenum grease to the hole in the bushing in the shift cable end. Attach the shift cable end to

the control lever, then insert the control pin into the control lever hole through the shift cable end, and
secure the control pin with the spring clip/washer.

36. Secure the shift cable bracket with the nuts.

37. Install the battery base.

38. Install the air cleaner (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

39. Install the battery tray, battery, and battery hold-down bracket, then connect the battery terminals.

40. Install the left upper fender cover and battery trim.

41. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system.

NOTE:

A new solenoid valve comes with new O-rings. If you install a new
solenoid valve, use the O-rings provided with it.

NOTE:

Do not hold the solenoid valve connector to install the solenoid valve. Be
sure to hold the solenoid valve body.

NOTE:

Do not install shift solenoid valve C before installing shift solenoid valve
A. If shift solenoid valve C is installed before installing shift solenoid valve
A, it may damage the hydraulic control system.

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42. Do the steering column memorization (see STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION ).

A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A TEST

1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).

Fig. 206: Identifying Data Link Connector
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

2. Select CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL (Linear) SOLENOID A in the MISCELLANEOUS TEST

MENU on the HDS.

3. Test A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A with the HDS.

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If the valve tests OK, the test is complete. Disconnect the HDS.

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If the valve does not test OK, follow the instructions on the HDS.

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If the valve does not test OK, and the HDS does not determine the cause, go to step 4.

4. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system.

5. Remove the battery trim and left upper fender cover.

6. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery, then disconnect the positive terminal.

7. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, and remove the battery and battery tray.

8. Remove the air cleaner (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

9. Remove the battery base.

10. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector.

NOTE:

If the HDS does not communicate with the PCM, troubleshoot the DLC
circuit; '05-07 models (see '05-07 MODELS ), '08 model (see '08 MODEL ).

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Fig. 207: Identifying A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve A Connector Terminals
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

11. Measure A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A resistance at the connector terminals.

Standard: 3-10 ohms

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If the resistance is out of standard, replace A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A (see A/T
CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A AND B REPLACEMENT ).

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If the resistance is within the standard, go to step 12.

12. Connect the negative battery terminal to solenoid valve A connector terminal No. 2, and connect the

positive battery terminal to the connector terminal No. 1.

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If a clicking sound is heard, the valve is OK. Reconnect the connector, and install all removed
parts.

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If no clicking sound is heard, go to step 13.

13. Remove the nuts securing the shift cable bracket (A).

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Fig. 208: Identifying Shift Cable End Transmission Side With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

14. Remove the spring clip/washer (B) and the control pin (C), then separate the shift cable end (D)from the

control lever (E). Check the bushing (F) in the shift cable end for a proper fit and wear. If the bushing is
loose or worn, replace the shift cable (see SHIFT CABLE REPLACEMENT ).

15. Disconnect the connectors from A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A and B, solenoid harness,

transmission range switch, ATF temperature sensor, output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor, input shaft
(mainshaft) speed sensor, 3rd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch, and 4th clutch transmission fluid
pressure switch.

16. Remove the bolt securing the harness cover (A).

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