Originally Posted by txgreasemonkey
Here are several things that need to be done on older Hondas, in order to keep them running: replace main relay, Ignition Control Module, rotor, and coil. In your case, it sounds like you also need to replace the Variable Speed Sensor (VSS), which controls your speedometer. It's located on top of the transaxle.
Make sure to get your transmission fluid and filter changed every 2 years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first. That's about all the average car owner can do to prevent transmission problems.