Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Acura 3.2CL BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Automatic Transmission DTCS
NOTE:
Retrieval of some diagnostic codes may require the use of special OEM tester or flash method using instrument cluster indicator. For procedures/testing of codes not shown below, refer to appropriate system article.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE(DTC) IDENTIFICATION
| DTC/Flash Code | Description |
|---|---|
| P0700 | |
| P0710/28 | Defective ATF Temperature Sensor |
| P0715/15 | Defective Mainshaft Speed Sensor |
| P0720/9 | Defective Countershaft Speed Sensor |
| P0730/41 | Defective Shift Control System |
| P0740/40 | Defective Lock-Up Control System |
| P0753/7 | Defective Shift Control Solenoid "A" |
| P0758/8 | Defective Shift Control Solenoid "B" |
| P0763/22 | Defective Shift Control Solenoid "C" |
| P0780/45 | Internal Hydraulic Malfunction |
| P1656/37 | PCM-To-VSA Control Unit Communications Circuit Malfunction |
| P1705/5 | Defective A/T Gear Position Switch |
| P1706/6 | Defective A/T Gear Position Switch |
| P1709/24 | Defective Shift Switch Circuit |
| P1710/63 | Defective 1st-Hold Switch |
| P1739/26 | Defective 3rd Clutch Pressure Switch |
| P1740/27 | Defective 4th Clutch Pressure Switch |
| P1750/46 | Internal Hydraulic Malfunction |
| P1751/47 | Internal Hydraulic Malfunction |
| P1753/1 | Defective Lock-Up Control Solenoid |
| P1768/16 | Defective A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid "A" |
| P1773/23 | Defective A/T Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid "B" |
| P1778/29 | Defective Lock-Up Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Valve |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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