<Boegy3@gmail.com> wrote in message
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> This car's transmission strikes me as somewhat confusing. After owning
> the car for about a year (bought used), I still don't think I have the
> shift points figured out and 2nd gear sometimes gives me trouble. It
> won't smoothly engage, or sometimes, when i'm going between 15-25 or
> slower, it just doesn't want to let me shift to it and I have to force
> it.
>
> I'm just wondering what others think and what experiences they've had
> with the 03' or related 6 speed manual transmission.Other than that,
> this car never ceases to amaze me. Just the small quarks about the
> transmission bug me, and being the perfectionist that I am, I'm
> constantly seeking support or answres.
>
> Any input/advice is grealty appreciated. Thanks
>
I recall reading a post last year or even earlier by a new owner of a V6 6
speed about similar transmission problems. But, I don't know if this was
the exception. Have absolutely no problems with the 5 spd on my 01 Prelude,
though.