Brand new to Acura/Honda, few questions about the gearbox on my 2023 Integra please!

[EricY77]

Hey guys! So happy that I found this forum after getting my new integra this past week. Super stoked to learn more and connect with you guys.

I came back to driving manual after few years and I'm also learning how my integra drives. Although, I did have some questions out of personal concerns which I hope are all just common things.

1) I have realized that in certain moments, especially while driving low speeds in the garage or lots, the gearbox can be a bit clicky if that's the right word. Wouln't go as far as saying clunky noises or anything but just light clicky sounds. A friend told me that Honda gearboxes can be a bit clicky but didnt know if any of you guys are experiencing this on the new Integra.

i tried recording it but the phone camera wouldnt pick up the sounds

2) this clicky noise happens more often when im in low speeds going from 2nd to 3rd gear.

3) when the weather is a bit cooler, the clicking noises seems to be less frequent. Wondering the hot weather increases the noise.

sorry if these questions are dumb, but just wanted to get some thoughts on this! Thank you in advance.

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[OEMjoe]

Do you "feel" it clicking in your hand while you shift?

My transmission feels great and it's hot out here in CA. I'd monitor it if it gets worse overtime. Something could be loose.

 

[bullitt]

How low are these "low speeds" and what gear are you in?

 

[EricY77]

Do you "feel" it clicking in your hand while you shift?

My transmission feels great and it's hot out here in CA. I'd monitor it if it gets worse overtime. Something could be loose.

No! So the clicking isnt an active thing but when i shift between gears for ex 1-2 2-3 i just hear it click into the gear where as other gears dont make much noise at all.

 

[EricY77]

How low are these "low speeds" and what gear are you in?

Im talking like 10-15mph in garages or lots!

 

[OEMjoe]

Might be shifting before the revs fall enough - try giving it more time between shifts. But could just be how the transmission feels. 1st and 2nd are always going to be "harder" shifts with the small gear ratios.

 

[solman]

Might be shifting before the revs fall enough - try giving it more time between shifts. But could just be how the transmission feels. 1st and 2nd are always going to be "harder" shifts with the small gear ratios.

Agreed, I find that slowing down the shift by a fraction makes for a smoother shift. I still do sometimes feel the shifter clicking in my hand.

 

[EricY77]

Might be shifting before the revs fall enough - try giving it more time between shifts. But could just be how the transmission feels. 1st and 2nd are always going to be "harder" shifts with the small gear ratios.

Makes perfect sense... I actually did ask someone in service and he said that it feels completely normal but thank you so much to everyone! Still learning

 

[20ABM06MT]

You could also check another Integra at the dealer - see if it feels / sounds any different from your car…

 

[JohnV]

I like the term notchy for the manual trans. A real solid feel when it slips into place. I don't know about the click sound though. I'll listen for that next time I drive.

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