02 EX hard to shift into 4th and 5th

TDoom · 03-31-2009

I have a 02 Civic EX and when shifting from 3rd to 4th or 4th to 5th it is very difficult. Feels very gummy unless when shifting from 3rd to 4th I first put it in neutral and wiggle the gear lever then it will shift smoothly.

I have seen the Honda service bulletin releated to this and already replaced the shift cable bushings but that made no difference. Anyone had or know of this problem and a possible fix?

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jugadro · 05-31-2009

Dude - I'm having the same problem, but with 3rd & 4th.

Anyone?

...also an '02 EX.

vbuckles · 10-11-2009

I'm having the same issue. I have changed the transmission oil which seemed to help a little but didn't solve the problem. Does anyone have a solution?

YSIDRAG · 10-11-2009

I'm having the same problem, but with 3rd & 4th.

01 lx But mine only seems to do it in the winter or on colder days. Has me stumped....