There's a way to read the fault codes, just like with the 'check engine' light for engine problems. I don't have a '90, so you gotta search for yourself.

Don't just replace the VSS until you know that's really the problem..

 

Definitely get the ECM code reading first.

If yours is indicating a fault code of 17, then your problem lies with the VSS Sensor.

Here's the link:
http://www.cybertrails.com/~bestinth...tLocation.html

Good Luck!

 

I have been doing research and getting some help via email. The red LED light in the A/T ECM is flashing for a duration of 2 seconds every 3 seconds. I assume this is 1 long flash meaning trouble code 10. I am looking for the procedure for that code.

 

Make sure you know which you're looking at. ECM is ENGINE control module, and TCM is transmission control module. Weren't these 2 separate boxes in '90?

Sickhonda - Do you have a '90 (or same gen?) I think I've already sent him on a wild goose chase because I went by where the sensors are located in my '98...

 

Hey Jim, I just called it the wrong thing. I did read the TCM, the guy helping me in email said it's the smaller of the 2 boxes so I didn't confuse them. If I read it correctly, the 1 long flash is code 10.

I was told in an email that code 10 is caused by the temperature sensor being bad, it's connector or wires and that this would cause the "lock-up clutch" not to engage. What is a lock-up clutch?

 

Dude....that's just wrong...I love my 4th gen! (though it is a bit gutless....)

 

I loved my 91 Accord and still miss it... I think it was the best looking accord ever...

 

 

Maybe they meant the lock-up torque converter? There's a solenoid valve or something that makes it lock up. But I suppose it's not supposed to lock up until the engine or transmission are at good operating temperature?

 

I found out that yes it is the lock-up clutch on the torque converter. Does anyone know if it will hurt the car to drive it like this (without the lock-up clutch working). Everything else on the tranny shifts perfect.