Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 998

2. Install the new O-ring (A) on the new countershaft speed sensor (B), then install the countershaft speed

sensor in the transmission housing.

3. Check the connector for rust, dirt, or oil, and clean if necessary, then connect the connector securely.

2ND CLUTCH TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the intake air duct.

2. Disconnect the connector from the 2nd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch (A), and remove the

switch.

Fig. 242: Removing 2nd Clutch Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch

3. Make sure there is no water, oil, dust, or foreign particles inside the connector.

4. Install the new 2nd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch with a new sealing washer (B), and tighten

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the switch to the specified torque.

5. Connect the connector securely.

6. Install the intake air duct.

3RD CLUTCH TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH REPLACEMENT

1. Disconnect the battery negative terminal, then disconnect the battery positive terminal.

2. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, then remove the battery cover, battery, and battery tray.

3. Remove the intake air duct and air cleaner housing.

4. Loosen the two bolts securing the battery base from under the vehicle, and remove the two bolts securing

the battery base in the engine compartment, then remove the battery base.

5. Disconnect the connector from the 3rd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch (A), then remove the

switch.

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Fig. 243: Removing 3rd Clutch Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch

6. Make sure there is no water, oil, dust, or foreign particles inside the connector.

7. Install the 3rd clutch new transmission fluid pressure switch with a new sealing washer (B), and tighten

the switch to the specified torque.

8. Connect the connector securely.

9. Install the battery base, then install the air cleaner housing and intake air duct.

10. Install the battery tray, battery, and battery cover, then secure the battery with its hold-down bracket.

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Connect the battery terminals.

ATF TEMPERATURE SENSOR TEST & REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the splash shield.

2. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF). Then reinstall the drain

plug with a new sealing washer (B).

Fig. 244: Removing The Drain Plug

3. Disconnect the battery negative terminal, then disconnect the battery positive terminal.

4. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, then remove the battery cover, battery, and battery tray.

5. Remove the intake air duct and air cleaner housing.

6. Loosen the two bolts securing the battery base from under the vehicle, and remove the two bolts securing

the battery base in the engine compartment, then remove the battery base.

7. Remove the ground cable (A), transmission upper mount bracket (B), and bracket plate (C).

2004 Acura TSX

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Diagnosis - MCTA 5-Speed