Honda Civic i-Shift Clutch + Gear Actuators
Modern Honda Civics are available with the optional Semi-Automatic gearbox which is equipped with I-Shift technology. This is basically a manual gearbox that is controlled electronically by an electronic clutch actuator, gearbox actuator, and a gearbox ECU. These gearboxes are known to suffer transmission faults. Although this is a very problematic system, it is not always the same part that fails. We’re able to test and repair all three parts – the clutch actuator, gear actuator and the gearbox ECU.
Common Clutch Actuator / Gearbox Actuator Problems
Some of the most common issues found with the Honda Civic I-Shift gearbox are listed below:
- Selecting Wrong Gears
- Won’t Rev in Reverse
- Gears Won’t Select
- Going in & out of Auto Mode
- ECU Logging Clutch Actuator Faults
- ECU Logging Gear Actuator Faults
- P0810 Clutch Position Control Error
If you find that either of the actuators are faulty and have researched the repair solutions available, you will find that a new clutch & gear actuator will cost in the region of £750 – £950 + VAT + Labour and then extra costs will be added if the unit requires coding / calibration. These are usually available directly from the dealer and will only come with a 12-month warranty, however if you manage to purchase second-hand part, these will usually be cheaper, but will only come with a limited warranty (normally 30-90 days) and will also require programming.
Sinspeed Clutch / Gearbox Actuator Repairs
Here at Sinspeed, we are able to fully test & repair the clutch and gearbox actuators for the Honda Civic I-Shift vehicles. When rebuilding the clutch & gearbox actuators only genuine OEM components are used to ensure that each rebuilt actuator is rebuilt to meet and exceed OE specifications. If it is your own unit that we are repairing, this will not require programming either and you will also be happy to know that all our repaired clutch and gearbox actuators will come with a Lifetime Warranty.
We also offer a professional fitting service if required.
If you have a Semi-Automatic (I-Shift) Honda Civic and are experiencing transmission problems that are related to either the clutch actuator or Gearbox actuator then call us today on 0203 815 9441 for a diagnosis or a free quote!

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Hi, I own a civic Type S with semi auto transmission and i think i am facing this problem. The car wont even start due to this. But i am from malaysia. I hope that you can assist me on how to repair this in your garage. Thanks
Hi Adril
Thanks for the enquiry,
We can definitely offer our services to you in Malaysia and have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
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Jason
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Hi. I’m having similar issues of the ishift warning light & overreving when manually shifting at speed. I need a diagnostic first though as during normal driving speeds it works as it should. Worst case scenario, what’s the damage to fully repair any & all faults, fitted by yourselves. Thanks in advance.
Hi Mark
Thanks for the enquiry,
We have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
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Jason
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Hi,
I’m from glasgow and i have a honda covic tupe S semi auto 2011. It wont start and when i try to start using wires then it wont go into gears. Could u help me with the prices and time please
Hi Jamal
Thanks for the enquiry,
We have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
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Jason
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Hi, i have a honda civic 2007 se auto i shift. The i shift system stopped changing Gears now the car does not start. Will you be able to help me ?
Hi Hamza
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We have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
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Jason
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hi
I have a problem with HONDA CIVIC AUTOMATIC I-SHIFT CLUTCH ACTUATOR L-004D4-0020-03-A1 showing the car in Gear so it will not start please help
Hi John
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We have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
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Jason
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Hi, my 2006 mk8 civic ishift wont start or come out of Neutral. Tried starting it snd the N for neutral has now been rrplaced with ehat appears to be a figure 8 .. can you help ?
Hi Mark
Thanks for the enquiry,
We have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
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Jason
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My Civic 07 I shift Just Done This This Morning. Won’t Start I shift Warning Light On. Any Advice. I’m In Ireland.
Damian
Hi Damian
Thanks for the enquiry,
We have sent you an email with full information and pricing to test and repair the suspected faulty units.
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Jason
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I have a 2011 Civic i shift that will not start and is showing P19E4 and P2786 fault codes . Can you repair this shift actuator fault .
Hi Eric
Thanks for the enquiry,
I have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
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Jason
SINSPEED
Hi
I have a 2006 HONDA CIVIC AUTOMATIC I-SHIFT 1.6 the car stopped and lost power. i received a ‘check i-shift’ warning light displayed on the dashboard. once i turned the engine off & Restarted car 5 minutes later, i was able to drive away but the warning light is still displayed? any ideas? i assume its an issue with the i-shift gearbox?
regards,
Hi Lawrence
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I have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
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i have a 2010 civic type s i shift and drives ok but sometimes taking of or slowing down i get a slight shudder feel like from the box?? any advise or thought what this may be. thanks
Hi Jonathan
Thanks for the enquiry,
I have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
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