Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 986

20 seconds, then slow down to a stop. 

7. Check the OBD STATUS in DTCs MENU for a pass/fail test of code P1731. 

Did the result indicate a fail? 

YES: Go to step 8.  

NO: Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If the tester indicates NOT 
COMPLETE, return to step 5 and recheck.  

8. Clear the DTC with the HDS.  

9. Select SHIFT SOL TEST in MISC. TEST MENU, then carry out A/T SHIFT SOL E test in SHIFT SOL 

TEST MENU with the HDS. 

Is a clicking sound heard? 

YES: Go to step 10.  

NO: Replace shift solenoid valve E (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE 
REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 12 .  

10. Select LINEAR SOL TEST in MISC. TEST MENU, then carry out LINEAR SOL A TEST in LINEAR 

SOL TEST MENU with the HDS. 

Is the system OK? 

YES: Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If the tester indicates NOT 
COMPLETE, return to step 10 and recheck.  

NO: Follow instructions indicated on the HDS by the test result, but the tester has not 
determined the cause of the failure, go to step 11. If any part was replaced, go to step 12 .  

11. Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL 

SOLENOID VALVE A TEST ). 

Does the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A work properly? 

YES: Repair hydraulic system related with shift valve E, or replace the transmission, then go 
to step 12.  

NO: Replace A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE 
CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE A REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 12.  

12. Clear the DTC with the HDS.  

13. Test-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 

seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

14. Retest-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 

20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

15. Check the OBD STATUS in DTCs MENU for a pass/fail test of code P1731. 

Did the result indicate a pass? 

YES: The problem has been corrected.  

NO: Return to step 1 and recheck.  

DTC P1732: PROBLEM IN SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM: 

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Shift Solenoid Valves B or C Stuck ON  

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Shift Valves B or C Stuck  

 

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2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Diagnosis - MCTA 5-Speed

  

 

1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).  

2. Check to be sure that the transmission is filled to the proper level, and check for fluid leaks.  

3. Drain the ATF (see DRAINING & REFILLING ) through a strainer. Inspect the ATF and strainer for 

metal debris or burnt fluid. 

Has the ATF deteriorated? 

YES: Replace ATF (see DRAINING & REFILLING ), and go to step 4.  

NO: Go to step 8 .  

4. Clear the DTC with the HDS.  

5. Test-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 

seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

6. Retest-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 

20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

7. Check the OBD STATUS in DTCs MENU for a pass/fail test of code P1732. 

Did the result indicate a fail? 

YES: Go to step 8.  

NO: Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If the tester indicates NOT 
COMPLETE, return to step 5 and recheck.  

8. Clear the DTC with the HDS.  

9. Select SHIFT SOL TEST in MISC. TEST MENU, then carry out A/T SHIFT SOL B test in SHIFT SOL 

TEST MENU with the HDS. 

Is a clicking sound heard? 

YES: Go to step 10.  

NO: Replace shift solenoid valve B (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE 
REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 14 .  

10. Select SHIFT SOL TEST in MISC. TEST MENU, then carry out A/T SHIFT SOL C test in SHIFT SOL 

TEST MENU with the HDS. 

Is a clicking sound heard? 

YES: Go to step 11.  

NO: Replace shift solenoid valve C (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE 
REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 14 .  

11. Test-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 

seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

12. Retest-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 

20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

13. Check the OBD STATUS in DTCs MENU for a pass/fail test of code P1732. 

Did the result indicate a fail? 

YES: Repair hydraulic system related with shift valves B and C, or replace the transmission, 

NOTE:

Record all freeze data and review General Troubleshooting Information (see 
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ) before you troubleshoot.

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Diagnosis - MCTA 5-Speed

  

 

then go to step 14.  

NO: Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If the tester indicates NOT 
COMPLETE, return to step 14 and recheck.  

14. Clear the DTC with the HDS.  

15. Test-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 

seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

16. Retest-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 

20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

17. Check the OBD STATUS in DTCs MENU for a pass/fail test of code P1732. 

Did the result indicate a pass? 

YES: The problem has been corrected.  

NO: Return to step 1 and recheck.  

DTC P1733: PROBLEM IN SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM 

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Shift Solenoid Valve D Stuck ON  

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Shift Valve D Stuck  

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A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve C Stuck OFF  

1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).  

2. Check to be sure that the transmission is filled to the proper level, and check for fluid leaks.  

3. Drain the ATF (see DRAINING & REFILLING ) through a strainer. Inspect the ATF and strainer for 

metal debris or burnt fluid. 

Has the ATF deteriorated? 

YES: Replace ATF (see DRAINING & REFILLING ), and go to step 4.  

NO: Go to step 8 .  

4. Clear the DTC with the HDS.  

5. Test-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 

seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

6. Retest-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 

20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

7. Check the OBD STATUS in DTCs MENU for a pass/fail test of code P1733. 

Did the result indicate a fail? 

YES: Go to step 8.  

NO: Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If the tester indicates NOT 
COMPLETE, return to step 5 and recheck.  

8. Clear the DTC with the HDS.  

9. Select SHIFT SOL TEST in MISC. TEST MENU, then carry out A/T SHIFT SOL D test in SHIFT SOL 

NOTE:

Record all freeze data and review General Troubleshooting Information (see 
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ) before you troubleshoot.

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Diagnosis - MCTA 5-Speed

  

 

TEST MENU with the HDS. 

Is a clicking sound heard? 

YES: Go to step 10.  

NO: Replace shift solenoid valve D (see SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE 
REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 15 .  

10. Select LINEAR SOL TEST in MISC. TEST MENU, then carry out LINEAR SOL CTEST in LINEAR 

SOL TEST MENU with the HDS. 

Is the system OK? 

YES: Go to step 11.  

NO: Follow instructions indicated on the HDS by the test result, but the tester has not 
determined the cause of the failure, go to step 14. If any part was replaced, go to step 15 .  

11. Test-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 

seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

12. Retest-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 

20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

13. Check the OBD STATUS in DTCs MENU for a pass/fail test of code P1733. 

Did the result indicate a fail? 

YES: Repair hydraulic system related with shift valve D, or replace the transmission, then go 
to step 15 .  

NO: Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If the tester indicates NOT 
COMPLETE, return to step 11 and recheck.  

14. Inspect A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL 

SOLENOID VALVE B & C TEST ). 

Does the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C work properly? 

YES: Repair hydraulic system related with shift valve D, or replace the transmission, then go 
to step 15.  

NO: Replace A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C (see A/T CLUTCH PRESSURE 
CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE B & C REPLACEMENT ), then go to step 15.  

15. Clear the DTC with the HDS.  

16. Test-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 20 

seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

17. Retest-drive the vehicle in the D position in all five gears at speeds over 12 mph (20 km/h) for more than 

20 seconds, then slow down to a stop.  

18. Check the OBD STATUS in DTCs MENU for a pass/fail test of code P1733. 

Did the result indicate a pass? 

YES: The problem has been corrected.  

NO: Return to step 1 and recheck.  

DTC P1734: PROBLEM IN SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM 

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Shift Solenoid Valves B or C Stuck OFF 

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Diagnosis - MCTA 5-Speed