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Honda Repair: 1987 Honda Accord DX-Stalls out, spark plug wire, simple stuff
Honda Repair: 1987 Honda Accord DX-Stalls out, spark plug wire, simple stuff, spark plug
Honda Repair: Honda Accord 2.2 CDTi, drive shaft, bearing
Honda Repair: Honda Accord 2.2 CDTi, drive shaft, bearing, honda
Honda Repair: Honda Accord 2.2 CDTi, cv axles, wheel alignment
cv axles, wheel alignment, freeway speeds: Charlie, my first guess would have been the wheel balancing. Then rotation front to back. Still no change? Hmmm... has to be in the drive train somewhere. Start by elevating the Honda on a 4-point lift tall enough too visually and physically inspect the front...
Honda Repair: Honda Accord, honda accord, sparkplug
honda accord, sparkplug, distributor cap: Billy, ummm... kinda difficult to answer your question. Do you not have spark at plug? Or distributor? Or module? Whichever if you do not have spark at the end of the plug wire (when removed from the sparkplug itself and arcing appropraitely to a (-) source,)...
Honda Repair: Honda Headlamps, honda crv, rhd vehicles
honda crv, rhd vehicles, side marker: Tracy, should not matter. RHD vehicles might have factory HID lights so the bulbs could be different but, that would not have anything to do with fitment. RHD headlights look a bit different but, that is due to different country regulations. For example, USDM...
Honda Repair: honda rear balance shaft, crankshaft pulley, balance shaft
crankshaft pulley, balance shaft, time engines: George, the timing on all Honda s is very straight forward. Set the #1 cylinder to TDC. Or pull the spark plug out and insert a long handled screwdriver in there. When turning the crank manually the screwdriver will start to go down then up = stroke. When...
Honda Repair: key wont turn at all anymore, what to replace?, wd 40, electrical issues
wd 40, electrical issues, burning rubber: Kat, burning rubber/plastic smells are an indication that there are electrical issues going on. Wires melting or what not. You need to have someone evaluate these problems for you. With the lack of information you are giving me this makes it difficult for...
Honda Repair: Prelude dies after short time & oil smells like gas!, 91 honda prelude, honda prelude
91 honda prelude, honda prelude, straight forward procedure: Nichole, if there is gas in the oil then one or multiple fuel injectors are not working properly. Basically when the injector is squirting fuel into the combustion chamber of the cylinder head it is not getting spark there to ignite the fuel and create combustion....
Honda Repair: Repair question, honda prelude, repair question
honda prelude, repair question, window regulator: Amy, in my opinion no. They started with the least expensive component first. Now they are moving onto the next. Whenever i repair a window I always replace the motor and the regulator. But, they shouldn t charge you twice for the labor to remove and replace...
Honda Repair: read srs code, google search, srs system
google search, srs system, dash area: In the passenger side floorboard area. Behind glovebox or near the kick panel. You are looking for a blue 2 pin connector with wires going into the dash area. Plug a paperclip into both pins jumping the 2 pin plug. Turn key to on position. Count the ABS...
Honda Repair: replacing the oil pan gasket on a 86 honda accord, pan gasket, oil pan
pan gasket, oil pan, honda accord: Robert, no problem. There is a transmission/flywheel inspection plate that is holding the pan on. Very easy to remove. Usually 2 10mm bolts and maybe a 12mm bolt too. They are going into the transmission. Use a light due to debris and grime. Drop the plate...
Honda Repair: no start-1997 crv, obd 2 scanner, cylinder position
obd 2 scanner, cylinder position, crv: Gary, Honda s are fairly straight forward when they have problems. Assuming your distributor has power running to it then the failure resides in the ignition control module. If you had an OBD 2 scanner and read the codes it would read that there is an issue...
Honda Repair: Timing belt 1992 Honda, thred, timing belt
thred, timing belt, bolt: Bob, counterclockwise ALWAYS to loosen. No special tricks or hints. Try spraying PB Blaster on it for a few minutes to loosen the rust from the bolt. I have also had to put a 18 pry bar on a 3/8 drive to brake these loose before so just be careful and be...
Honda Repair: Wiper Linkage Repair, hinge joint, windscreen wipers
hinge joint, windscreen wipers, honda prelude: Nicole, the white plastic caps are not what needs to be replaced. The hinge joint that allows the arms to push and pull is deteriorated. The cap is just there to prevent debris from entering the greased joint. You need to replace the actual joints themselves....
Honda Repair: 1986 Honda Accord (carb), air fuel mixture, adjustment screws
air fuel mixture, adjustment screws, adjustment screw: Mark, just depends on which model carbs that you have. Some models came with a idle-mixture adjustment screw. Some models don t have it. They have other sorts of adjustment screws. I ve never seen a Honda carburetor without a mixture screw. However, on many...
Honda Repair: 1988 Accord LX Distrubtor, vacuum advance, driven vehicle
vacuum advance, driven vehicle, zip tie: Billy, nothing is impossible. I have heard of modifying these distributors but, then you are stepping into a different realm. I like to replace to stock trim at all times unless i am modifying a non daily driven vehicle. I would not suggest modifying or bypassing...
Honda Repair: 1988 Honda Accord LXI Stalling/Quit Running, honda accord lxi, fuel pumps
honda accord lxi, fuel pumps, stock condition: Mindy, There is a switch installed in the car to manually turn on/off the fuel pump. - ummm... scary? On a daily driven vehicle you would have no need to have a toggle switch to turn on/off your fuel pump. That right there tells me they have installed some...
Honda Repair: 1990 crx 1.5 missing prob., honda civic crx, air control valve
honda civic crx, air control valve, california emissions: The EGR valve will be located on the passenger side of the intake manifold. Should have an electrical wire (1 or 2 pin) plugged into it and a small vacuum line coming off the top of the unit. But, is your CR-X an automatic transmission model? If yours is a...
Honda Repair: 1992 Accord EX intermittent stalling, honda accord ex, obd 1
honda accord ex, obd 1, computer bank: Ben, evaluate the CEL (check engine codes). I can guarantee there is more than one that are stored in the vehicles ECU (computer bank) and will definitely point you in the right direction if not precisely. You have an OBD-1 diagnostics system. (1996 OBD-2)...
Honda Repair: 1992 honda accord lx no directionals, stereo issue, flasher relay
stereo issue, flasher relay, directionals: Sarah, the 4ways work because they are on a different wiring route. Which means there is an issue between the signal arm on the column, wiring between turn signals, a ground (-) came loose, or an aftermarket alarm or stereo issue that someone has tried to...
Honda Repair: 1995 HONDA ACCORD RPMS GOING HIGH AND LOW, coolant system, liter v6
coolant system, liter v6, eye hole: Jarred, about 75% of the time this happens when there is trapped air within the coolant system. Simply bleed the system. There should be a pep cock (12mm) bolt with an eye hole. Should be near the thermostat housing. Break it loose for 1 to 1 1/2 full turn...
Honda Repair: 1995 Honda Accord noise upon acceleration - not the muffler, intermediate skill level, honda accord
intermediate skill level, honda accord, accord v6: Kathy, I would suspect that this is a drivetrain problem. Check the fluid in the transmission or flush and replace the fluid. Only use Honda ATF if you have an automatic. You also need to lift the vehicle and visually inspect all of the drivetrain components....
Honda Repair: 1996 Honda Accord, dielectric grease, temp gauge
dielectric grease, temp gauge, time relay: Lynus, I think there is 2 sensors too choose from. But before you do that check the wiring connections at the fans itself. Sometimes these connections can get dirty and lose connectivity with debris. Disconnect and physically inspect. Blow em out with air...
Honda Repair: 88 honda accord lx, air fuel mixture, tune ups
air fuel mixture, tune ups, honda accord: Cam, 88 accord, fuel injected or carbs? This information would be helpful for me to provide you with setting your air/fuel mixture and idle. Whichever start there then adjust the timing if necessary. Whenever you adjust the idle you must adjust the timing....
Honda Repair: 89 honda accord lxi, aftermarket stereo, stereo shop
aftermarket stereo, stereo shop, stereo wiring: Dustin, someone has put in an aftermarket stereo? Whichever this is an electrical wiring issue within the dash. Somehow some wires have been broken or jumped into the stereo wiring or heater wiring. Take this to a stereo shop and let them fix the problem....
Honda Repair: 90 Honda accord "S" light, vehicle speed sensor, transmission drivetrain
vehicle speed sensor, transmission drivetrain, transmission case: Kim, the flashing S light means that there is an issue with your Automatic Transmission. I believe that the S stands for the Sport option button located near the gear selector. The light is flashing because the transmission/drivetrain ECU (computer) is...
Honda Repair: 90 honda wont start n blows white smoke out the radiator, blown head gasket, radiator coolant
blown head gasket, radiator coolant, water coolant: Martin, white smoke = water/radiator coolant. Not good when your engine has water/coolant bypassing the head gasket. Basically you have a blown head gasket, but, only if you see it coming out of the exhaust pipe. If white smoke is coming out of the radiator...
Honda Repair: 92 accord lx wagon d4 light on solid, transmission control unit, test plug
transmission control unit, test plug, trouble code: Patrick, have you cleared the codes from the system? (-) battery cable removal for 30 secs to a minute or the Hazard fuse under the hood (10 amp)? This will clear the codes for you. If not do so. If yes, then that solid red light is an indication of a diagnostic...
Honda Repair: 93 Civic Ex Lug Stud Stripped and Nut Stuck, lug nut, tire shop
lug nut, tire shop, heat source: Jimmy, regardless you are going to have to replace the stud period. Not necessarily the hub. You need a heat source. And a torch would be really handy. Or simply try using pressure and an air compressed 1/2 gun. Pry bars behind the wheel and alot of speed...
Honda Repair: 93 Honda Accord - idle surge, engine hesitation, exhaust ports
engine hesitation, exhaust ports, o2 sensor: Unfortunately these cars dont run forever and is sometimes necessary to purchase new parts in order to get the same or equivalent performance and reliability your Honda has provided. You have alot of time and precise - thorough - commentary. I hope if you...
Honda Repair: 97 civic engine. HELPPPP/PLEASE RESPOND CIVIC EXPERTS, d16y7, series engines
d16y7, series engines, honda civic: Sergio, so you plan on purchasing the short block or long block complete engine? Whichever if you want a no hassle install look for any D series engine 1.6L from 1996 to 2000. You can also use most 1.6L D series engines from 1992 to 1995 as well. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_D_engine...
Honda Repair: Acura MDX throttle body service, 2004 acura mdx, acura mdx
2004 acura mdx, acura mdx, carbon deposits: Jeff, sorry about the delay in response time. If Acura recommends it then I would trust them. Yes, i hate paying the dealership price of labor per hour but, they are experts and will do this professionally. Unless you know another mechanic/technician that...
Honda Repair: car takes longer than usual to start sometimes, tune ups, honda civic
tune ups, honda civic, routine maintenance: David, check these areas first. Battery, alternator and starter. And as these cars age in years and miles you should consider doing more routine maintenance. Timely tune-ups every 30K will keep your Honda maintaining its signature reliability and performance...
Honda Repair: cruise/speedometer cable, speedometer cable, honda accord ex
speedometer cable, honda accord ex, tune ups: Bettyann, terrific milage on your Accord Ex. Unfortunately you really need to start replacing things. With 340K on the vehicle I need to ask when was your last tune-up? Trust me these cars are great but, if you neglect them they will leave you in the same...
Honda Repair: drl relay, fitment, prong
fitment, prong, headlamps: Chris, the relays should be the same just double check the fitment and prong fittings for proper fitment. The headlamps will convert too, it just depends if they are the same plug and rating. First generations CR-V s were from 1995 - 2001. Second generations...
Honda Repair: 1992 Accord EX intermittent stalling, beep beep beep, description sheet
Honda Repair: 1992 Accord EX intermittent stalling, beep beep beep, description sheet, bottom corner
Honda Repair: honda civic, gadge, good cars
Honda Repair: honda civic, gadge, good cars, uk model
Honda Repair: no fuel or spark, spark plug wire, crank pulley
spark plug wire, crank pulley, head job: Tim, so head job? Meaning head removal, rebuild, and resurface? Or head gasket? Not a mind reader so not gonna tell you a fortune. Whichever no fuel or spark? Hmmm... You must have multiple things not hooked up. First, did you verify that you had fuel and...
Honda Repair: headlights 2005 crv, bing bang boom, fuse boxes
bing bang boom, fuse boxes, lt side: Since you are having so many electrical problems from all over the vehicle this makes me think that this issue is not confined to just 1 particular area. Which is very hard for me to suggest what and how to go about fixing and repairing. You can go about...
Honda Repair: hesitation, spark plug wires, fuse boxes
spark plug wires, fuse boxes, honda odessey: Hyer, I believe the low humming sound is your cooling fans continuing to run after the vehicle is turned off. Completely normal for this vehicle. The fans will activate on/off even with the key out of the ignition for proper cooling control. Pop the hood open...
Honda Repair: honda, throttle position sensor, air fuel mixture
throttle position sensor, air fuel mixture, coolant system: Michael, any recent repairs? Specifically the coolant system? If yes bleed the coolant system. You have trapped air bubbles somewhere in the system. If not I would suspect the TPS sensor (throttle position sensor). This is located on the side of the throttle...
Honda Repair: honda accord has lost power, valve cover gasket, honda accord
valve cover gasket, honda accord, new spark: Joshua, the spark plugs covered in oil is an indication that the spark plug tube seals are shot. Purchase the kit that includes 4 new spark plug tube seals and a valve cover gasket. This will prevent the oil from entering the spark plug tube (chambers). I...
Honda Repair: honda civic, temperature sending unit, coil pack
temperature sending unit, coil pack, uk models: Greg, so you replaced the temperature sending unit? It has a 2-pin plug and a brass 17mm or so bolt going into or around the area of the thermostat housing? From my personal experiences with dealing with this issue on a variety of Honda s 80% of the time it...
Honda Repair: honda o2 sensor, honda crx, o2 sensor
honda crx, o2 sensor, oxygen sensor: Mike, yes it does have (1). Location - exhaust manifold. Facing the front of the engine bay there will be a single wire (blue) going into the passenger side of the exhaust manifold about 6 inches down from where the exhaust manifold meets the cylinder head....
Honda Repair: o2 sensors, coolant temp, o2 sensors
coolant temp, o2 sensors, oxygen sensor: Kingsley, Bank 1, Sensor 2. This code means that the heated circuit in the oxygen sensor on bank 1 decreases time needed to enter closed loop. As the O2 heater reaches operating temperature, the oxygen sensor responds by switching according to oxygen content...
Honda Repair: Rear drum brakes Accord, needle nose pliers, rear drum brakes
needle nose pliers, rear drum brakes, drum brakes: 1 pair of the vise grip in your left hand, regular/standard in your right hand. Or vice versa. I would not try diagonal cutters (dykes) at all for this removal/install. You run a risk of severing the spring or weakening the spring. I understand that this is...
Honda Repair: replace radiator 1998 crv honda, crv honda, clamp
crv honda, clamp, radiator: Shirley is installation included? Then no. Not installed parts only? Then yes. Shop for this item. Try some online stores and understand shipping might be a few bucks more than usual since this box is gonna be huge. Clamp is $2, hose is around $10-20...
Honda Repair: torque converter solenoid, metal shavings, torque converter
metal shavings, torque converter, core charge: Miclo, shifting funny for 3 months I would almost guarantee that the torque converter is destroying itself due to lack of maintenance. Which is putting metal shavings into your transmission fluid and being circulated throughout the transmission system. No...
Honda Repair: 08 Odyssey Grill Bezel replacement, honda odyssey, road debris
honda odyssey, road debris, flat tip: Don, never repaired the front end of a Honda Odyssey. But, like anything Honda there is a systematic approach to these vehicles. Pop the hood. And assuming that the grille is 1 piece and the chrome bezel (trim) is 1 piece they are attached. Usually snapping...
Honda Repair: 1986 accord rough idle, phillips head screwdriver, car idles
phillips head screwdriver, car idles, stop car: John, have your timing and idle set by a professional. I would not consider this a problem with your transmission. There are specific details to follow when setting the idle and making sure that the timing is exactly set. Make sure whoever you are paying to...
Honda Repair: 1992 honda prelude transmission, honda prelude, 1992 honda prelude
honda prelude, 1992 honda prelude, quicky lube: JoAnna, considering you did not tell me that your Prelude is a manual transmission or an automatic transmission. Automatic transmission you should be able to see the dipstick. Manual transmission does not have one at all. This why you cannot find it. In fact...
Honda Repair: 1995 accord 2.7 engine tick, valve adjustments, dealer charges
valve adjustments, dealer charges, valve adjustment: Yan, adjust the valves. Valve lash will come out of spec after 90K miles. Thats why at the 90K service this is adjusted. Valve adjustment should be done every 60K after 90K. Fairly inexpensive and you could do this yourself if you wanted too. Make sure whoever...
Honda Repair: 2001 honda odyssey, sway bar links, tie rod ends
sway bar links, tie rod ends, honda power steering fluid: Doug, this has to be a suspension component or the steering rack. But, before jumping to conclusions try to isolate the noise by jacking up one side of the vehicle and then turn the steering wheel. Nothing? Reverse sides and retry it. Still nothing? Hmmm......
Honda Repair: 2003 honda accord heat/ac issues, intermediate skill level, climate control unit
intermediate skill level, climate control unit, generation accord: DJ, i have been asked this question with similar issues involved with the climate controls on this generation Accord many times now. Unfortunately I have been unable to provide an exact fix that is consistently causing this particular issue. Whichever this...
Honda Repair: 88 accord Lxi, poor vacuum, vacuum line
poor vacuum, vacuum line, exhaust ports: Clay, everything i have read and fixed with a code 12 is that it refers to the EGR valve. Whether it is a poor vacuum line or dirty exhaust ports on the EGR valve replace it. You have to start here and fix the check engine code in order to properly move forward...
Honda Repair: 91 honda civic dx, honda civic dx, auto electric repair
honda civic dx, auto electric repair, 91 honda civic: Rick, start by replacing the battery. Then have the alternator evaluated for proper performance. Usually free at a auto electric repair shop or an alternator, battery or starter specialist. Sounds to me that the getting stuck in Park issue could be a direct...
Honda Repair: 98 Acura Integta 1.8 DOHC, obd 2 code scanner, crankshaft pulley
obd 2 code scanner, crankshaft pulley, torque sequence: Usually there is a color associated with the marks. One red and one white? Probably going to be dirty and spray some brake cleaner on the pullley itself. Whichever the white mark (R) is going to be TDC. The red mark (L) will be your timing mark. About 5 to...
Honda Repair: Brakes, honda prelude, 1998 honda prelude
honda prelude, 1998 honda prelude, brake cables: Ray, did you bleed and/or replace the brake fluid completely? I would start here first. Then i would suspect the Master Cylinder. Still a problem? Brake proportioning valve. Let me know if this helps you in a follow-up question. (I have had this same problem...
Honda Repair: electrical problems with 2000 accord, fuse box, life expectency
fuse box, life expectency, o2 sensor: Mary, 200K and your car is 10 years old. Sensors are hard to disgnose until they fail. Who knows what the life expectency is for them. This is not uncommon for 1 sensor to fail then all 4 go like your issue. I would not suspect the O2 sensor to be going bad...
Honda Repair: 1995 accord 2.7 engine tick, lifters
Honda Repair: 1995 accord 2.7 engine tick, lifters
Honda Repair: fuel milage, honda civic 4dr, spark plug wires
honda civic 4dr, spark plug wires, cold air intake: Mark, tune-ups on these cars become more frequent when the milage goes up. But, it sounds like you have been on top of that maintenance. Tune-up = spark plug wires, spark plugs - (properly gapped), distributor cap and rotor, air filter, and a fuel filter....
Honda Repair: My Honda won't start, honda accord lx, 1994 honda accord lx
honda accord lx, 1994 honda accord lx, electrical plugs: Dennis, smoke come from my steering wheel region. Ummm... I would say that your problem is residing in the steering column area. Cranking and cranking the starter and the ignition switch failed. Ignition switches are common for failing considering the lifetime...
Honda Repair: 1988 Accord that will not start, fuel pumps, delivery management
fuel pumps, delivery management, lxi: Fuel pump can be heard with key on position. Remove the 3 screws, holding the plate, under rear seat. Put your hand on the cover plate at the gas tank. Fuel filter should be replaced as well. Unless you have a funky alarm installed with ignition kill or...
Honda Repair: 1990 honda automatic transmission, Auto, Transmission
Auto, Transmission: Yes it could be as easy as an adjustment. But i have come across alot of the sport option transmission problems in my past and have had very little success with this option as far as repairing issues. This is a difficult area for me to deal with due to the...
Honda Repair: 1991 honda, valve cover gasket, honda tech
valve cover gasket, honda tech, proper adjustments: Andrew, I would suggest you check your timing and have it properly checked. Once your timing is set adjust your idle and all the other proper adjustments. If you do not know 100% how to set the timing do not attempt it but, make sure a professional - or above...
Honda Repair: 1992 Honda Accord Ex, Transmission, Honda
Transmission, Honda, Accord: Rebekah, the D4 light flashing like that is due to a check transmission code it is throwing. Inspect the Transmission properly. Verify proper fluid level and clarity of fluid. Rub your fingers back and forth, after wiping the excess from the end of the dip...
Honda Repair: 1997 honda CR-V exhaust valves, honda cr v, honda tech
honda cr v, honda tech, rainy weather: Yep, and a second or third opinion is always helpful too. If the exhaust valves due go - you will see blue smoke exiting the tail pipe. Which is oil being burnt. Meaning you will be using a bit more oil from the system that s all. I say drive it! If you are...
Honda Repair: 2001 honda accord ex tranmission, honda accord ex, torque converter
honda accord ex, torque converter, great cars: Assuming this is an Automatic transmission; replace the torque converter. Not cheap but will solve your problem. Pretty much need to remove your transmission to gain access but will fix your problem. Don t drive in D4 if is in Auto. Unless you over 45mph....
Honda Repair: 97 CRV trouble starting when warm, honda crv, coolant temperature
honda crv, coolant temperature, temperature swings: Fred, great description by the way. Replace the sensor immediately. (Quit stepping on your gas pedal too, when trying to force start the car. LOL Sorry but this is not 76 Chevy Nova. In fact you are damaging your motor in ways you cannot see. Especially within...
Honda Repair: Ashtray light bulb, phillips screws, dx models
phillips screws, dx models, auto parts stores: Shawna, depends on the model Accord you own. Dx models did not even come equipped with an ashtray light. But since your asking you probably noticed that the light is not on anymore. Since there is a hole and no plug to place the light into; the light bulb...
Honda Repair: Auto transmission problem, freeway speeds, accord vti
freeway speeds, accord vti, torque converter: Pulin, you need to replace the Torque Converter. As soon as the transmission fluids warms up to operating temp the torque converter slips. This is why you can only go so far. There are a couple of solenoids on the transmission case you can check/replace, but,...
Honda Repair: b16a civic revs then dies, obd 1, turbo system
obd 1, turbo system, fuel delivery: John, disconnect the hondata. Install a OBD-1 P72 or P28 ECU. Evaluate the check engine codes it is signalling. Difficult question to answer due to the turbo system and the Hondata combination. This may or may not help. Hondata website should have some tech....
Honda Repair: brake pedal problem, brake master cylinder, honda accord
brake master cylinder, honda accord, brake booster: G., brake master cylinder. New brake fluid with a full bleed of the system. Brake booster could have damage and need to be replaced. Odd that after the 90K service this happens but, not uncommon. If you feel adventurous, inspect your brakes by removing your...
Honda Repair: break lamp, filament bulb, dual filament
filament bulb, dual filament, light bulbs: Jose, you English is a little tough to understand, however i think i can decipher your problem or at least point you in the right direction. This is an electrical issue. Verify all the brake light bulbs are working properly. These are 1157 bulbs and are a...
Honda Repair: Car wont do what its supposed to do!, barer of bad news, honda accord ex
barer of bad news, honda accord ex, 1990 honda accord: Jonathan, hate to be the barer of bad news but your transmission has gone out my friend. In your description you could see the signs of the transmission failing. You should shop for a used one with low miles. Clutch and pressure plate should be replaced as...
Honda Repair: Civic CEL, cylinder misfire, proud to be a woman
cylinder misfire, proud to be a woman, vtec engine: Referenced a friend and asked his opinion. Yet the first thing he said was that this is difficult to diagnose because the car is not physically in front of us. :P We will get to the bottom of this though. Inspect the wiring going into the distributor. Verify...
Honda Repair: camshaft postion sensor, camshaft position sensor, crankshaft position sensor
camshaft position sensor, crankshaft position sensor, pep boys: Cary, camshaft position sensor? Or do you mean the crankshaft position sensor? Anyways it is not uncommon for this sensor to go bad after changing the timing belt. $300 is a lot of money to replace the sensor. Have you called the dealer to see what they charge...
Honda Repair: car won't start ?????, new spark, distributor cap
new spark, distributor cap, maintenance problems: Luis, difficult question to answer due to the fact that you have issues in multiple areas going on causing problems. The valve cover, and spark plug seals should have been replaced. This leaking causes oil build up in the spark plug tubes. If your car just...
Honda Repair: decarb service-now hard start, misfire, odd coincidence, firing order
odd coincidence, firing order, honda accord: Odd coincidence, whenever moisture hits the throttle body directly it causes rough idle. Like, the choke is on. But, it sounds like the system evaporated itself and probably won t have this problem in the future. Was the fuel filter replaced? Have you driven...
Honda Repair: car won't start ?????, honda
Honda Repair: car won't start ?????, honda
Honda Repair: Honda Odyssey Transmission, odyssey, rpm
Honda Repair: Honda Odyssey Transmission, odyssey, rpm, good luck
Honda Repair: proporting valve, friction material, oem pads
Honda Repair: proporting valve, friction material, oem pads, material change
Honda Repair: Honda Odyssey Transmission, honda odyssey, minimal fee
honda odyssey, minimal fee, transmission fluid: Difficult to answer this question with what little info. you have given. Research the internet for familiar problems. Maybe this could guide you in the right direction. Yet, if i had to guess, I would lean towards a sensor or valve attached to the transmission....
Honda Repair: honda burnout, honda accord ex, how to do a burnout
honda accord ex, how to do a burnout, rear tires: Ryan, interesting question. Burnouts i would not reccommend on a 1993 Honda Accord A/T. Very hard on the transmission as well as alot of other properly working components on your car. But, if you still insist; tranny drops, rev the motor in neutral and slam...
Honda Repair: Master Cylinder, independant shop, google
independant shop, google, 1995 honda civic: Labor costs can vary with what shop you choose too have the repair done. A good way to check is to get a quote from the dealer and start there. That would be the most expensive option. Then you could call around too different shops and get over the phone quotes....
Honda Repair: Mileage, synthetic motor oil, personal inquiries
synthetic motor oil, personal inquiries, gas mileage: Tune-up: Spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap, rotor and a fuel filter. Timing should be checked and set properly. Inspect belts and hoses for wear/damage. Every 50K miles this should be done. Fuel filter: is located near the fire wall or on...
Honda Repair: proporting valve, honda accord v6, road grime
honda accord v6, road grime, michael honda: Kinda hard for me to believe that... have you miced the pads to see how thick they are? You can pop a pad out and mic it for wear. Then compare to a brand new spec and i ll bet you would be surprised at the results. Front pads are thick on that car due to...
Honda Repair: Replacing window regulator on Honda Accord, power window regulators, ebay
power window regulators, ebay, honda accord: Caleb, you are kinda in a predicament. I would not convert to power too difficult to make it look and work appropriately. Keep shopping other junkyards around your state. Or check other states junkyards. Shipping should be reasonable. And it will be worth...
Honda Repair: Throttle sensor, timing, rough idle
timing, rough idle: Tim, the throttle position sensor (TPS) would not be causing a vibration in the motor. In my opinion that would be the timing. Or a detached spark plug not making a positive connection to to the spark plug wire or the distributor cap itself. Considering your...
Honda Repair: 1986 Civic stops running w/ no warning, dash lights, logjam
dash lights, logjam, fuel pump: Logjam, not 100% familiar with 1987 and prior civic s. But, if i had to guess, with as little information as you have provided - fuel pump. Or electrical? When it dies does your dash lights remain on or do you completely lose power? How does the car specifically...
Honda Repair: 1988 honda accord lx #3 cylinder no spark, distributor cap, honda accord
distributor cap, honda accord, spark plugs: Sherri, is your accord carberated or injected? The problem resides in the distributor or ignition coil. Replace the distributor cap and rotor if you have not done so too. This is cheap to replace and I would start there. Then ignition coil. Last replace the...
Honda Repair: 1992 honda accord keeps cutting off, 1992 honda accord, honda accord
1992 honda accord, honda accord, accord lx: Carrie, your battery, alternator, and starter are all directly related to one another. If you have replaced the battery try testing the alternator and starter for any indications that might be causing the battery to not either receive a charge or hold one....
Honda Repair: 1993 honda, honda automatic transmission fluid, automatic transmission fluid
honda automatic transmission fluid, automatic transmission fluid, honda accord: Sabrina, sounds to me like you need to start with the basics. Tune-up. Spark plugs, (properly gaped), spark plug wires, distributor cap, distributor rotor, fuel filter, and an air filter. This should eliminate your sluggishness. If it still does this after...
Honda Repair: 1994 honda civic ex losing power, new distributor cap, honda civic ex
new distributor cap, honda civic ex, code scanner: Lougan, when buying used cars there is always a risk. Especially when they are modified. Since you purchased used start with the basics. Tune-up. Fuel filter, spark plugs, spark plug wires. If the distributor is new it should have a new distributor cap and...
Honda Repair: My 1999 Honda Civic, coolant system, radiator cap
coolant system, radiator cap, bleeder valves: Sam, did you properly bleed the coolant system after each time you replaced a component of the cooling system? This is very important to make sure you do each time. There are bleeder valves on these motors just for that purpose. You also have replaced all...
Honda Repair: 2001 honda accord transmission, transmission
transmission: Santosh, are you sure it is coming from the transmission? When was the last time you serviced the transmission? Have you evaluated the transmission fluid level? Sometimes by adding or replacing the transmission fluid level this can solve your problem. Did...
Honda Repair: 2004 civic, proper diagnosis, overnite
proper diagnosis, overnite, ordeal: Jonathan, that is just weird. Your car is fuel injected. You should not be having to hold the gas pedal down to keep it running. But in order to give you a proper diagnosis i am gonna need some more information from you. Like, has this been an ongoing ordeal?...
Honda Repair: 91' Honda Civic Si, honda civic si, tank fuel
honda civic si, tank fuel, 91 honda civic: Emiel, new fuel pump too? Pull back the passenger side carpet so it exposes the ECU. There is a window on the ECU with a red LED light. Is it flashing when you have the key turned on? If so count the flashes. Then look online for trouble codes for your car....
Honda Repair: 93 Honda Accord / Valve Cover Gasket, valve cover gasket, honda accord
valve cover gasket, honda accord, chronic problem: Jim, when you are replacing the valve cover gasket are you replacing the 4 spark plug tubes inside the valve cover gaskets? When you remove the valve cover flip it upside down. There will be 4 round gaskets included in your kit. Dig out the old ones in your...
Honda Repair: 94 civic EX engine noise, sucking, noise
sucking, noise: Tim, that is a vacuum line sucking in air. Which means with 250K on your D16 the shop pinched a line that is sucking air. Fairly common since the more mileage you put on the car the more wear and tear the common parts of the motor break down. There is only...
Honda Repair: 94 civic will not start, fuel, timing
fuel, timing: Tom, wish i was there to listen to it with my own ears. If you are getting fuel and spark that leaves only one other option. Timing. It is possible you jumped a tooth or 2 which is not uncommon with these civics above 120K miles. Make sure timing is set to...
Honda Repair: Accord oil pan removal, pan gasket, haynes manual
pan gasket, haynes manual, clearence: Tom, these can be tricky to remove. The transmission has an inspection plate. Should be like 2 10mm bolts and 2 12mm bolts. Remove them. And remove the inspection plate. Pan should clear. The plate is black in color and kind of looks like a half u shaped....
Honda Repair: Alarm & Central Lock, public car park, key remote control
public car park, key remote control, honda city: Kype, honestly, no, there is no other cheap way to disable the car. But, for about $25 US, you can install a hidden kill switch on a toggle. Which only the owner and installer would know about. Meaning each time you go to start the car you would have to...
Honda Repair: acura won't start, abs light, dead battery
abs light, dead battery, charging system: Diana, ABS light should have nothing to do with your starting and charging system. Why the vehicle is not starting is either a dead battery, starter issues, or the alternator. Do you have any lights on when you turn the car to the on position? If no, replace...
Honda Repair: car turns off after driving for a couple feet, valve cover gasket, piston rings
valve cover gasket, piston rings, acclerator: Vincent, don t waste your money on the valve cover gasket. Your friend is right. Replace the motor. Or replace the spark plugs which will give you about a month of somewhat better driving. Whichever this is the end of the life of your motor. Rebuilds are good...
Honda Repair: car won't start, honda civic, functions work
honda civic, functions work, alternator: I would definitely consider this being a battery issue. Either your battery is not receiving a charge from your alternator or there is an electrical short - wiring issue. Pull your alternator out and have it bench tested too. If it turns out ok then does your...
Honda Repair: 2001 honda accord transmission, correct mail, mail id
Honda Repair: 2001 honda accord transmission, correct mail, mail id, travis
Honda Repair: Overheating issues, water coolant, d15b engine
Honda Repair: Overheating issues, water coolant, d15b engine, thermostat
Honda Repair: Headlight brightness, honda prelude, 1994 honda prelude
honda prelude, 1994 honda prelude, headlight bulbs: Steve, terminal connectors? Was there damage? Do you mean butt connectors? Like blue or red in color? If so, double check your wiring and make sure 100% you connected them correctly. Also, if you do not get the bulb exactly in the headlight housing perfectly...
Honda Repair: High Mount Brake Light-2002 Accord, filament bulbs, dual filament
filament bulbs, dual filament, light bulbs: Karen, odd situation you are having, puzzling... Hmmmm... The high mount light is generally referred to as a third brake light . Have you checked all of your brake light bulbs 100%? There should be either 3 or 5 (not 100% on that Accord.) Now that all of...
Honda Repair: Honda Accord wont start after running out of gas., turning the key, honda accord
turning the key, honda accord, fuel pump: Jana, how many miles are on your Accord? It is not uncommon to runout of gas and then the fuel pump fails. Requiring repolacement. But, if your Accord doesn t have more than 100K miles on it this would be an unlikely cause. Are you on a hill? Add more gas...
Honda Repair: Honda Civic Ex Distributor cap replaced, spark plug gap, spark plug wires
spark plug gap, spark plug wires, vacuum hose: Lougan, hmmm... Could not find your original ? but i think i remember. Did you replace the distributor rotor too? Rough idle can be a lot of different things to check. Spark plugs, spark plug gap, spark plug wires, timing, fuel filter, or an unplugged or cracked...
Honda Repair: heater controls, honda accord ex, fan speeds
honda accord ex, fan speeds, heater core: Dave those heater control components consist of the push button display, hard lines going to the heater core/air/transfer box. When a button is selected to switch from vent to feet, for example, the button activates a door to move inside the heater core/air/transfer...
Honda Repair: intermittant horn failure, mostly failure., honda accord, steering column
honda accord, steering column, precautionary measure: Do, horns don t generally fail. The wiring to the horn does. You can simply replace the ground to the steering column. But, I don t think this is going to solve your problem. Follow the wires - starting at the horn itself - and examine the wires for obvious...
Honda Repair: Overheating issues, jdm b18c, upper radiator hose
jdm b18c, upper radiator hose, coolant system: Luke, bleed the cooling system at the proper port. Should be a 12mm bolt with a weep hole. Location - near the thermostat housing/inlet pipe, upper radiator hose. Ensuring all air bubbles have been eliminated. If the car is still overheating replace the temperature...
Honda Repair: oil, positive crankcase ventilation system, positive crankcase ventilation
positive crankcase ventilation system, positive crankcase ventilation, sohc vtec: Michael, could be as simple as a hose but, doubtful. 2 quarts is a lot to loose in a short period of time. That tube that is missing i am assuming is on the top left of the valve cover area? If so some people just cap it with a miniature air filter. Allowing...
Honda Repair: replace A/C hose, seperate system, excessive load
seperate system, excessive load, honda civic: O, if you had any leak at all in your A/C system you would not have cold air being blown inside the vehicle. The A/C system is a completely seperate system. The jerking is due too the excessive load on the motor when you turn on the A/C. I would recommend...
Honda Repair: speedometer, phillips head screws, check ebay
phillips head screws, check ebay, honda acura: Vicki, remove the entire cluster. This is a one piece unit. And is only held in by a few Phillips head screws. Very simple to remove. Very cheap to purchase another one as well. Check Ebay or Craigslist. Also, the local wrecking/dismantlers yard would be a...
Honda Repair: Toyota windshield wiper, worst case scenario, windshield wiper
worst case scenario, windshield wiper, wiper arm: John, yes. Corrosion, rust or it could be just plain old a pain in the #$% to get off. Squeeze the tab towards the wiper arm or in . Then pull the wiper down the arm. A couple of jerks might be needed. Worst case scenario - completely brake off the wiper....
Honda Repair: Troubles when it rains, dashboard lights, honda civic si
dashboard lights, honda civic si, broken wires: Melissa, probably one of the most craziest questions i have ever been asked! Dash lights on and off? Not sure at all what that might be? But considering you bought the car used, right? Someone has definitely done some modifications (aftermarket) and not returned...
Honda Repair: Whirring noise from steering, power steering fluid, fluid reservoir
power steering fluid, fluid reservoir, dipstick: Nse, you are low on power steering fluid. Add some to the appropriate level. There will be a dipstick that you un-cap from the power steering fluid reservoir. It will have a cold or hot measurement. This means when you are checking the level of the fluid is...
Honda Repair: 04 accored v6 ex, temperature thermostat, cold temps
temperature thermostat, cold temps, being cold: Ron, odd that it stays on like that. It s normal for the fan to stay on for a few minutes even after getting out of the vehicle and the keys removed but 2 hours? With the engine being cold is even crazier. Possibly a relay could be malfunctioning? The fans...
Honda Repair: 04 civic, timming belt, water pump replacement
timming belt, water pump replacement, timing belts: Dan, 04 civic s usually dont loose timing belts at those miles. But, who knows... 90K service requires timing belt and water pump replacement. If i had to guess, with the info you provided, fuel pump. Turn the key to the on position and listen closely to hear...
Honda Repair: 1985 Honda Prelude automatic, 1985 honda prelude, honda prelude
1985 honda prelude, honda prelude, scratchy sound: Frank, then it sounds like you are good to go. Adjustment isn t really a matter of tension but comfort. When pressing/depressing the clutch pedal. Its all personal choice. Some guys want the clutch to engage right off the floor asnd others want a little more...
Honda Repair: 1985 Honda prelude automatic trans., 1985 honda prelude, honda prelude
1985 honda prelude, honda prelude, shift linkage: Frank, my fresh transmission and torque converter in my 1991 Honda Civic 4D does the same thing. These older Honda s just make this sound when going from N down to D . You shouldn t have any problems selling a car that is 25 years old and you have so many...
Honda Repair: 1987 honda prelude, honda prelude, warning light
honda prelude, warning light, indicator light: David, older preludes have an ECU and the indicator light will have a flashing LED light. The ECU is located under the driver s seat. With the ignition switch in the on position and the engine OFF, the red LED on the ECU will flash the trouble codes. For...
Honda Repair: 1988 honda accord lxi, honda accord, 1988 honda accord
honda accord, 1988 honda accord, fuses: Anthony, check your wiring around the area of the brake light. If needed pull out the entire light and reinstall it. You have one of your hot wires touching a ground. Since the bulb completes the circut it is kinda like a fuse too. Examine all rear wiring...
Honda Repair: 1990 honda accord, worst case scenario, torque converter
worst case scenario, torque converter, key switch: John, hard question to pinpoint exactly what the problem is. I think the Automatic Transmission shifter cable could be damaged or out of adjustment. This runs from the shifter to the transmission underneath the car. There is also a kickdown cable that runs...
Honda Repair: 1994 Honda Accord brakes, rear drum brakes, honda techs
rear drum brakes, honda techs, drum brakes: Do you have rear drum brakes? Did you replace the rear wheel cylinders? Those are notorious for leaking. Also, it is not uncommon for an aftermarket master cylinder to be bad. Inspect all rubber lines going to the brakes then inspect all hard lines throughout...
Honda Repair: 1994 honda accord gauges, black gauge, background lighting
black gauge, background lighting, excessive pressure: Matt, unfortunately the aftermarket background lighting for your instrument cluster is a touchy process. Did you pop off the needles? To install it or did you slide it around the needles? Whichever the needles are super sensitive. To much excessive pressure...
Honda Repair: 1995 Honda CRX - Brake Problems, honda crx, brake master cylinder
honda crx, brake master cylinder, pad life: Vira, sounds like you need to replace the brake pads. There are indicators on the brake pads when the brakes get low on the pad life. It can make a ticking sound. This is an indicator telling you to replace your brake pads. Have the brake master cylinder inspected...
Honda Repair: 1996 honda accord clutch, clutch master cylinder, worst case scenario
clutch master cylinder, worst case scenario, clutch pressure plate: Chris, generally this is the clutch that has gone out. Replace the clutch, pressure plate, pilot bearing, and throw out bearing. Should be included in a kit. Also bleed the clutch master cylinder and replace with fresh fluid. Worst case scenario = transmission....
Honda Repair: 1997 Honda Civic Accel/Decel, steady position, fuel pumps
steady position, fuel pumps, diagnostic research: Very odd situation. The car is surging. So, either the computer is doing it? Or it is a mechanical malfunction. I almost want to tell you that the problem is the throttle cable. But, not 100% now that you provided more information. When was the last time you...
Honda Repair: 1997 honda crv headlight assembly, honda crv, headlight assembly
honda crv, headlight assembly, core support: Jay, been a while since i removed one of those. But, the headlight assembly is mounted to a holding bracket which has headlight adjusters around it. It is also held in by 4 or 6 10mm bolts. These are bolted to the core support. Sometimes partial removal of...
Honda Repair: 2000 Honda Accord loses power, honda accord, distributor cap
honda accord, distributor cap, accurate assessment: Lamar, start by giving the car a tune up. Spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap, distributor rotor, and a fuel filter. With the lack of information you gave me it is hard to give you an accurate assessment of what is going on with your car. Whichever...
Honda Repair: 2001 honda prelude sh, honda prelude sh, honda prelude
honda prelude sh, honda prelude, dohc vtec: Ann, start by fixing the check engine codes. One by one. Replace the O2 sensor first. Then move on to the next code. If the light is still coming on this is the computer saying there is a problem and needs your attention. Otherwise the car is not going to...
Honda Repair: 87 honda accord, dashboard lights, loose connections
dashboard lights, loose connections, key switch: D, has the car ever been stolen? If so, they replaced the ignition and the assembly might loosen up with time and use. You might not be getting a positive connection as well with starting the car a million times in a lifetime. Whichever the ignition is the...
Honda Repair: 94 honda civic clutch, clutch master cylinder, clutch slave cylinder
clutch master cylinder, clutch slave cylinder, clutch pedal: Bleed the clutch slave cylinder. There is a small fitting with a hole in it. It is located near the transmission (the valve). Similar to brakes. Manually pull out the clutch and depress the clutch while opening the valve to allow fluid to flow through the...
Honda Repair: 95 honda accord 2.2 vtech trans axel install, cv axles, input area
cv axles, input area, honda accord: Joshua, when installing CV axles you should hear or feel a click or pop when inserting the end into the transmission input area. If not it might be protruding a little. Try rotating the axle a few times until you pop it in. I use a dead blow hammer that is...
Honda Repair: 96 honda civic, reputable shop, excessive load
reputable shop, excessive load, honda civic: John, the excessive load that the AC creates on the motor is normal. Either your car needs a tune up or the pump might be going bad on the AC. Whichever tune ups on these cars as they age becomes more frequent. Have the AC serviced or looked at by a reputable...
Honda Repair: 99 CRV High RPM, throttle cable, floor mat
throttle cable, floor mat, engine compartment: Help, that is just crazy! Inspect the throttle cable. Follow it from under the hood all the way to the gas pedal inside the vehicle. Look for anything that might be causing the pedal to stick wide open. Or impeding the travel. There has to be something making...
Honda Repair: ABS, honda accord ex, abs system
honda accord ex, abs system, abs light: Dan, yes this is fine to still operate and drive daily. The ABS system just wont work yet your brakes still function normally. Cars with ABS that are in a braking slide pulse the brakes so you have somewhat more control in the slide. Cars without basically...
Honda Repair: A/C, mitsubishi galant, metal shavings
mitsubishi galant, metal shavings, center vent: DJ, i am not the greatest on A/C systems. Especially when it relates too Mitsubishi Galants as well. Is there a heat shield possibly missing? This could be a possibility too. There is a reservoir too. Small cylinder shaped. This should be ice cold when the...
Honda Repair: Dash panel problems, dash area, dash lights
dash area, dash lights, dash panel: Angela, there is a way to manually close your sunroof. It requires an Allen head key thingy that comes with the car brand new. Unfortunately your car being a 92 i doubt this is in the car owners manual area. In the headliner area there should be a plug (plastic)....
Honda Repair: electric windows not working, electrical issues, stereo shop
electrical issues, stereo shop, dash lights: Kelli, you have some serious electrical issues going on. Did you purchase this car used? Does this car have a salvaged title? Whichever someone has either been messing with some wiring or there is unrepaired damage somewhere. The fix is to take this to a stereo...
Honda Repair: 1987 honda prelude, ash tray, ecu
Honda Repair: 1987 honda prelude, ash tray, ecu
Honda Repair: 1995 Honda CRX - Brake Problems, honda
Honda Repair: 1995 Honda CRX - Brake Problems, honda
Honda Repair: How to fix blinkers/signal lights., problem amy, light bulbs
problem amy, light bulbs, honda vehicles: Amy, first start by checking to ensure that all of your light bulbs are working properly. (Not burnt.) If so, check the hazards. You did this so kudos to you. Next this has to be in the arm that extends from the steering column. But, you cant just replace...
Honda Repair: Honda civic 1997. Sudden engine stop, honda civic 1997, honda engine
honda civic 1997, honda engine, honda civic: Kiara, do you still have the lights on the dash when the car fails? If so, I would replace the fuel pump. Its common for these cars to have the fuel pump fail between 120k - 150k. Replace the fuel filter too. But, if you can provide me more details maybe i...
Honda Repair: Honda door key problem, car doors, honda accord
car doors, honda accord, 6 years: Leamon, take it to the dealer and explain to them the problem. Should be a free service. Might have to completely replace the key(s)? Car is only 6 years old and you shouldn t be having a problem. Other than that i really can t offer you and more advice due...
Honda Repair: losing coolant somewhere, losing coolant, timing belt replacement
losing coolant, timing belt replacement, freeze plug: Mark, unfortunately you need to replace your water pump. This is located behind the timing belt cover. But, since you are in there you might as well replace the timing belt and camshaft seal as well. Its all in there and is usually included with a routine...
Honda Repair: Manual transmission Honda Civic 1997, clutch master cylinder, honda civic 1997
clutch master cylinder, honda civic 1997, clutch pedal: Rosalia, this is a transmission problem! Clutchs are bad in the transmission. Replace the transmission with a used low milage tranny or a new one. Shift the gears when you are testing a used unit. Have the flywheel turned too and make sure you replaced the...
Honda Repair: O2 Sensor/Fuel-Air Ratio Sensor, o2 sensors, auto parts stores
o2 sensors, auto parts stores, catalytic converters: Sheila, take your car to an auto parts store and have them run your check engine codes. Usually a free service. Or take it to the dealer to find out for sure 100%. Should be free too? You have an OBD-2 vehicle so most auto parts stores should have this diagnostic...
Honda Repair: Possible Transmission Problem, honda automatic transmission fluid, automatic transmission fluid
honda automatic transmission fluid, automatic transmission fluid, torque converters: Chris, i would try replacing a few of the solenoids on the transmission first. Then, I would agree, replace the transmission and torque converter. Only use Honda Automatic Transmission fluid too. Try finding a used one with low miles. Or have yours rebuilt...
Honda Repair: p1457, vent valve, honda tech
vent valve, honda tech, fuel tank: Ted, i guess others have been having similar problems with this code too. Here is a link for some information. http://www.honda-tech.com/showthread.php?t=2469852 Sounds to me like its a canister vent valve... whatever that is lol hope this helps you.....
Honda Repair: srs brain, plastic insulation, accord wagon
plastic insulation, accord wagon, honda accord: Tom, since i haven t exactly replaced the SRS brain unit on a 1995 Honda Accord I have on many integras and civics. The first place I would look is behind the center console under the heater box. Basically center of the car mounted to the sub frame of the...
Honda Repair: 1989 Honda Civic DX will not start, honda civic dx, 1989 honda civic dx
honda civic dx, 1989 honda civic dx, 1989 honda civic: John, you are on the right track. Now you need to find out if you are getting fuel? Turn key to on position and listen or feel if the fuel pump is coming on. Or you can take the fuel line off of the filter, heading towards the motor. Could be a fuel filter...
Honda Repair: 1992 Honda Accord, tune ups, 1992 honda accord
tune ups, 1992 honda accord, honda accord: Bob, if you have been doing regular maintenance to your vehicle on a fairly regular basis, I assume this includes tune-ups? Spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap and rotor, fuel filter, evaluate timing. The problem you are having sounds like a fuel...
Honda Repair: 1992 Honda Accord ignition Module Failure, temple of vtec, honda accord ex
temple of vtec, honda accord ex, honda accord: Joe, having replaced the ignition module 3 times makes me wonder if there is an underlying issue elsewhere. So I did some research online and came across your question and thread on another site called the temple of vtec or whatever. Anyways there were no...
Honda Repair: 1992 honda civic cx 1.5 sohc poor idle, honda civic cx, spark plug wires
honda civic cx, spark plug wires, vacuum line: A sensor will not cause a problem with the temperature of the coolant. Thermostats are the most notorious for that. And, not bleeding all of the bubbles out of the system as well. Why the fans are not kicking on is due to the fact that the car is below the...
Honda Repair: 1994 Honda Accord EX Has No Power, honda accord ex, torque converter
honda accord ex, torque converter, flex plate: Ethan, torque converter. This is failing you. They will slip if they do not have the adequate amount of pressure to press against the flex plate to hold a gear. Unfortunately the transmission needs to be removed in order to gain access to replace this component....
Honda Repair: 1994 Honda Accord Wagon, radiator hoses, radiator fluid
radiator hoses, radiator fluid, coolant system: Audrey, whichever the main fan is faulty or the A/C fan is? The A/C fan is near the A/C pump and the main fan is located closer to the battery. Either way this is not causing your overheating problem. And having your friend jumping wires to the other fan is...
Honda Repair: 1996 Honda Accord "Creaking", cv axle, honda accord
cv axle, honda accord, left turn: Brian, this is common for a boot being torn on the CV-axle and losing all the grease within the joint. You can crank your wheel and jack your car up and visually inspect your boot. Look for excessive grease being thrown around the area and/or obvious tears...
Honda Repair: 1996 honda accord, hood latch, honda accord
hood latch, honda accord, water leak: Bobby, no it wont. Pull your carpet up and examine for damage. Otherwise I would suspect that the water is leaking through the firewall. Someone might have installed a stereo equipment component or alarm and made some holes where water is being forced through...
Honda Repair: 2000 honda accord will not start sometimes, lee tune, honda accord
lee tune, honda accord, distributor cap: Lee, tune-up is where I would recommend you starting at. Spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap and rotor plus replace the fuel filter. Start there. Have your timing checked as well. Do you have any check engine codes being thrown? These being diagnosed...
Honda Repair: 88 Accord Lx-i hard starting, gas milage, tune ups
gas milage, tune ups, performance gas: Tony, you have some issues going on. First the timing should be checked. But, before you do that when was the last time you did a tune-up? Assuming your car has high miles, 100K +, tune-ups should be performed every 30K. Tune-up = spark plugs, spark plug wires,...
Honda Repair: 90 accord, temp sensor, floods
temp sensor, floods, thermostat: Mark, please provide more details in a follow-up. So I can provide you with a more detailed analysis. Floods out? Is that a fuel related term? 3 temp sensors... 1 should be for the thermostat and 1 should be for the radiator maybe there is another i am not...
Honda Repair: 92 honda civic poor idle, running too rich, fuel pressure regulator, consistent maintenance
fuel pressure regulator, consistent maintenance, fuel pumps: Have you checked the engine codes? (CEL) There is a blue plug near the passenger side area kick panel at the lowest part of the dash. Take a paper clip and stick it into that. Turn the key to the on position. Count the codes that flash on the dash. Google...
Honda Repair: 94 Honda Accord won't start sometimes, electrical failure, battery cables
electrical failure, battery cables, negative cable: Dave, unfortunately there is no exact answer for you. It does sound like this is a electrical failure of some sort. This could be coming from the ignition switch. Older Accords get started into the 100 s of thousands. And if the ignition has never been replaced...
Honda Repair: 94 honda accord, faulty alarm system, honda accord
faulty alarm system, honda accord, question thanks: Brandy, do you have an aftermarket alarm installed? Or is it the factory alarm? Or do you even know? Whichever if you do have one it will be installed under the dash, near the drivers side, steering column-fuse area. If you have a friend that is kinda stereo...
Honda Repair: 98 honda civic, crank angle sensor, angle sensors
crank angle sensor, angle sensors, crank pulley: Jerry, crank angle sensors are common to fail when timing belt is replaced. Replace the crank angle sensor. It is located near the lower crank pulley and the plastic timing belt cover. Simple plug and play and (1) 10mm bolt is all that is needed to reset this....
Honda Repair: antenna, replacement antenna, dash area
replacement antenna, dash area, ebay: Joe, considering you did not include a year for your Odyssey I can only be general with my response. Whichever I believe the antenna comes out of the drivers side area of the roof? And angles back right? And this is a manual antenna too i believe. Whichever...
Honda Repair: cluster lnop and power window inop, screw driver, electrical specialist
screw driver, electrical specialist, lnop: Brian, you must have used to much pressure while installing the screw or you missed the mounting bracket. Whichever you just mounted the screw into your dash wiring harness. The smoke resulted from the screw making contact between a (+) wire to a (-) wire....
Honda Repair: electrical, honda accord, steering wheel
honda accord, steering wheel, control arm: Brian, replace the wiper control arm. Or there is a short in the steering column wires, but, doubtful. In my experiences it is the arm itself. Go to a junkyard and remove theres or buy one that is already removed from the vehicle from a Honda recycler. Remove...
Honda Repair: 1992 Honda Accord ignition Module Failure, coils, ground issue
Honda Repair: 1992 Honda Accord ignition Module Failure, coils, ground issue
Honda Repair: 1994 Honda Accord EX Has No Power, exact same thing, transmission fluid
Honda Repair: 1994 Honda Accord EX Has No Power, exact same thing, transmission fluid, mechanic
Honda Repair: high beams will not work, high beams, arm assembly
high beams, arm assembly, turn signals: Jeff, obviously if you have tried everything ie, bulbs, fuses, etc. Then the problem can only result within the wiring running to the arm on the steering column to the high beams or the arm activation switch. The arm is where i think you have the problem....
Honda Repair: honda accord key stuck, programmed chip, honda accords
programmed chip, honda accords, inexpensive source: Darlyn, in 1998 Honda Accords/Preludes switched to an immobilized ignition system. Basically to prevent theft. Whichever the little flashing green key thingy on your instrument cluster means that when the car is off no one can steal the car unless they have...
Honda Repair: Oil pressure, blown head gasket, connecting rod bearings
blown head gasket, connecting rod bearings, honda accord ex: Your rings are the sealing point for which compression is compounded in the stroke of the crank to the head. Adding fuel and spark in that chamber creates an explosion thus the compression engine is created. I ve just replaced the main and connecting rod...
Honda Repair: oil leak, oil pressure switch, knock sensor
oil pressure switch, knock sensor, oil leak: Anthony, good call on the oil filter. That is really the only thing back there that could be leaking oil onto the exhaust. I think there might be an oil pressure switch or a knock sensor on the back of your block that could be leaking? Whichever get back there...
Honda Repair: oil on the pistons, b16 head, ls vtec
b16 head, ls vtec, head gasket: Anthony, that is either the head gasket not being sealed 100%. Or the rings are not sealing correctly due to warpage. If you have the LS/VTEC then you can drop the oil pan, remove the bolts from the rods and slide the rods and pistons up, replace the rings,...
Honda Repair: overheating, dowel pins, bolt holes
dowel pins, bolt holes, head gasket: Anthony, use the gasket for the 93 block. Final head mods include a little drilling. In order for the head to be positioned properly on the block, the head-locating dowel pins need to be moved from the exhaust side to the intake side. Bore the existing head...
Honda Repair: repairing, 1990 honda accord, honda accord
1990 honda accord, honda accord, distributor cap: Whitney, tune-up is where I would recommend you starting at. Spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap and rotor plus replace the fuel filter. Start there. Have your timing checked as well. Do you have any check engine codes being thrown? These being...
Honda Repair: no sound on radio, fuse switch, stereo shop
fuse switch, stereo shop, 03 honda accord: Butch, not sure if your deck has a powered fuse switch but look for one in your owners manual. This could have easily popped and needs to be replaced. If not the problem take to a stereo shop and have them remove the deck from its mounted bracket and inspect...
Honda Repair: sunroof, honda prelude, plastic molding
honda prelude, plastic molding, allen key: Robin, it is possible the sunroof motor is bad. And it is not uncommon for the roof to only activate one way. There could be a wiring issue too, but, doubtful. In my experiences it sounds like there is a blockage in the tracks. Dirt build up over the years,...
Honda Repair: Transmission Repair, repair question, control solenoid valve
repair question, control solenoid valve, solenoids: It s ok as long as you trust the place doing the repair and that it comes with a warranty too. 1000 s of cars on the road today have rebuilt transmissions and engines. Make sure they completely flush the old transmission fluid out of the lines and cooler....
Honda Repair: wont idle in cold, honda civic gl, spark plug wires
honda civic gl, spark plug wires, gas mileage: Michael, i would start by ensuring that the car has had a recent tune-up. Meaning the spark plug wires, spark plugs, distributor cap and rotor, and a fuel filter are done. Timing needs to be set as well. With your foot needing to be held on the accelerator,...
Honda Repair: 1983 accord no start, cold cranking amps, drive belts
cold cranking amps, drive belts, battery indicator: Deff sounds like a battery issue. Have you had the battery tested, and seen how many cold cranking amps the battery has. If you refering to the battery indicator on the dash that is the volatge redaing for the alternator. You could be pushing 13-14.5 volts...
Honda Repair: 1985 Honda CRX vacuum trouble, honda crx, vacuum lines
honda crx, vacuum lines, ported vacuum switch: David, i need to know what litre motor you are working on? 1.5, 1.6, etc. And can you provide more specific details as to why your car is having a difficult time starting and idling. For instance, exactly what you are doing, how long the car idles for, how...
Honda Repair: 1987 accord, vacuum leaks, intake hoses
vacuum leaks, intake hoses, point hope: Well there could be many factors for that cold start issue. I would first check for any vacuum leaks, intake, hoses, etc. I would also check the IAC valve, Tps sensor, and also condition of plugs wires, and maybe fuel filter. Sounds to me like when your only...
Honda Repair: 1987 Honda Accord EXI Acceration, honda accord exi, honda dealership
honda accord exi, honda dealership, trans shop: well first the issue with not going unless you floor it. Could be a cad converter issue. Could be a few diff things like a fuel issue. also could be the transmission. you have a detent cable that runs off the throttle body also known as a passing gear which...
Honda Repair: 1988 accord lx, bran new, brass metal
bran new, brass metal, firing order: Micheal, now that you found out that it has fuel, check to see if there is spark. There is an external ignition coil that is common for failing. Remove the distributor cap and have your friend turn the engine over while the cap is off the car. Does the rotor...
Honda Repair: 1994 hoda Accord Crankshaft Pulley, crankshaft pulley, alternator pulley
crankshaft pulley, alternator pulley, crank shaft: Richard, all crank shaft pulley s are (1) piece on all Honda s. There should be (3) belts that hook to that pulley. A/C, power steering, and alternator. My question is: The one I am working on is free from the inner section and can come right off, doesn t...
Honda Repair: 1995 Honda Civic A/C, compressor clutch, ac works
compressor clutch, ac works, relay switch: Gene, unfortunately the pump is failing after years of use. Mechanically the pump may be fine. Electrically the pump is damaged. There are relays too near the pump to the fans. These could be causing the issue too but, doubtful. Replace the pump and start...
Honda Repair: 2001 hinda civic auto trans, torque converters, torque converter
torque converters, torque converter, neices: Ricci, torque converter failed you. You could try flushing the transmission fluid and replacing with Honda ATF. But, will probably be a waste of money. Unfortunately you have to remove the entire transmission to do this. Meaning $$$ labor wise. Remanufactured/rebuilt...
Honda Repair: 92 accord trans problems, 4 quarts, torque converter
4 quarts, torque converter, trans fluid: Could very well be the TCM. Have you scanned the vehicle for any transmission codes, any shift solenoid problems? I would put a scanner on the vehicle if possible- should be free at any auto shops. See if they will check the trans data stream and make sure...
Honda Repair: 95 accord no start, crank sensor, blown fuse
crank sensor, blown fuse, shift lock: So its not turning over now? have you tested the starter or been tapping on it to crank? if you know its good take your volt meter use a ground on the chasis and positive on the starter solenoid. read as you turn the key make sure you have at least 12v when...
Honda Repair: 95 accord no - start...., auction cars, switch works
auction cars, switch works, simple thoughts: Jr, good job with the basics. Follow the main wire(s) coming from the battery to the starter and the fuse box. These are heavier gauge wires and are prone to corrosion. Another likely source that could be causing the failure is an aftermarket alarm system....
Honda Repair: 99 honda civic A/C, fuse box, electrical fire
fuse box, electrical fire, honda civic: Sounds to me like the internals of the compressor (electrically speaking not mechanically) are failing. I would recommend replacing the compressor. It is unsafe to jump a wire to the compressor period! You are overloading/force feeding the component. Which...
Honda Repair: AC control panel, control panel buttons, honda accord
control panel buttons, honda accord, hot air: Angel, with 230K on the car i would think this would be an issue with your control panel. Buttons are just worn out perhaps? Or this could be an issue with your A/C pump or a relay which controls the A/C system. Has your A/C system been inspected for damage...
Honda Repair: Accord Timing Belt, timing belts, half a million
timing belts, half a million, manual states: I ve seen Honda s with high miles and low miles with a busted timing belt. A Preventive maintenance is highly recommended at around 75k miles for a timing belt. All depends on how well the car is kept up and how it is driven. Better to do it before theres...
Honda Repair: Air Conditioning 95 Honda Accord EX, hex bolt, honda accord ex
hex bolt, honda accord ex, manifold fittings: Les, are the bolts a 12mm head or 14mm head? Should be a hex bolt and long and skinny right? Whichever i looked everywhere for these specs and could not verify anything. You can contact a local Honda dealership and they will know 100% and free of charge. What...
Honda Repair: brakes, brake failure, wheel cylinder
brake failure, wheel cylinder, seal air: Master cylinders are the most common for failure. But, the leak is not necessarily fluid related but air leaking from an improper or worn out seal. Air in your brake lines or system is not good when considering there should only be fluid in there. The fluid...
Honda Repair: Civic VSS, vehicle speed sensor, volt meter
vehicle speed sensor, volt meter, vss: Before you go and buy another vss, check the wiring harness real good. and check for any bad or lose grounds. there could be a bent pin in the connector or damaged wire. if you have access to a volt meter i would check resistance to and from the vss. i doubt...
Honda Repair: Clicking noise from right side, different corner, honda civic
different corner, honda civic, brake pads: James, very difficult question to answer. I will start by asking you if you have had any recent work to the car in that area within the last year or so? New tires and/or balancing? This sounds to me like you could have a broken belt in your tire. Very hard...
Honda Repair: Cooling Fans not coming on, ipdm, nissan quest
ipdm, nissan quest, engine temperature: Marcio, i am a Honda expert not Nissan. But, in my experiences with this similar problem I would start with the cheapest fix first. Which it sounds like you have done so. I do not know what a IPDM failure is. Sounds like a relay or sensor of some sort. Next...
Honda Repair: codes for 93 honda accord, side kick panel, vehicle diagnosis
side kick panel, vehicle diagnosis, obd 1: Susan, you can start by taking the vehicle to any local auto parts store. They should do this service for free. Unfortunately there equipment may only be able to be used on 1996 and newer vehicles OBD-2 systems. Your vehicle is an OBD-1 system. And, if you...
Honda Repair: Fuel injector not working., honda ballade, obd 1
honda ballade, obd 1, honda civic: Rodney, never have heard of a 1994 Honda Ballade 180e. Now i know. I am in US, so here they are called Honda Civic s. Whichever these cars were built from 1992 to 1995. It features an OBD-1 electrical system. The wires going to the injector are faulty or have...
Honda Repair: 1994 hoda Accord Crankshaft Pulley, damper, pulley
Honda Repair: 1994 hoda Accord Crankshaft Pulley, damper, pulley, crank
Honda Repair: Hond, brake rotor, 2003 honda accord
brake rotor, 2003 honda accord, honda accord: Steve, inspect the rear brake pads ASAP! If they have gone to far they will start to damage the rotor = replacement with brand new ones vs. having the rotor turned. Take your finger and see if the surface of your brake rotor is smooth or rough/abrasive. DO...
Honda Repair: Honda Prelude, instrument cluster repair, honda prelude
instrument cluster repair, honda prelude, ebay: John, unfortunately your instrument cluster is failing. I have talked to a lot of people who are all describing this similar problem on 1998 to 2001 Preludes. Depending on your location and access to electrical instrument cluster repair professionals your...
Honda Repair: honda accord ex transmission, honda accord ex, obd 1
honda accord ex, obd 1, 1990 honda accord: Amanda, these Accords from 1990 to 1993 are all the same. Parts interchange flawlessly. However some Accords came with a Sport button near the gear selector. If your Accord did not come with a Sport option this could potentially cause an unforseen check engine...
Honda Repair: Odd noises at acceleration, oxygen sensor, honda civic ex
oxygen sensor, honda civic ex, auto parts store: Kelli, it is not good for the check engine light to be on period! Have this evaluated for free at a local auto parts store. Or take back to the dealership and make them fix the problem. If it is the O2 sensor then it is possible it could damage other parts...
Honda Repair: Timing Belt Replacement, timing belt replacement, critical issue
timing belt replacement, critical issue, odyssey: Timing is always a critical issue. If you think you can take it on than go for it. Its good to learn new things. There not too difficult to do but, just remember when you already into the job will be harder to go back on if you change your mind. Just be sure...
Honda Repair: tach jumping or dead, digital multimeter, delsol
digital multimeter, delsol, speed sensor: Mark, quite possible the cluster is just worn out and tired. There is a speed sensor on top of the transmission but that controls MPH s. At first i was thinking loose connection too, but, you checked that already. Is there a fuse for it? I think but not 100%...
Honda Repair: transmission, torque converter, honda accord
torque converter, honda accord, solenoids: James, obviously there are some issues going on. Have you checked the ATF fluid level? Is it a pink color? Or is it brown and gritty? Smell the fluid for a scent of burnt unpleasent odor. The transmission fluid should be red/pink in color period. Solenoids...
Honda Repair: vss, vtec engine, honda accord ex
vtec engine, honda accord ex, honda accord: Jose, it is located on top of the transmission. Near the fire wall and under the intake area. Should be a gray colored plug with 2 wires. Use some brake cleaner on the area if it is excessively dirty. Should be a 10mm bolt retaining the VSS to the transmission...
Honda Repair: 1988 honda accord alternator replace, auto parts stores, honda accord
auto parts stores, honda accord, intake manifold: Lee, depends on which Honda Accord you have? The LX or LX-i. Carberated vs. injected. LX-i is easiest. Just remove the alternator from underneath the car but it comes out the top of the intake manifold/head area of the vehicle. Might require moving some plastic...
Honda Repair: 1991 Honda civic check engine light, radiator cap, 1991 honda civic
radiator cap, 1991 honda civic, honda civic: Michelle, when replacing the radiator or any other major component of the cooling system, bleed the cooling system properly. Since you have done some mechanical work to your car it is good to clear any stored engine codes from the ECU. You can do this by...
Honda Repair: 1994 honda accord, radiator hoses, upper radiator hose
radiator hoses, upper radiator hose, radiator fluid: Your buddy needs to put in the correct numbered bulb per slot available. VW, Audi, BMW, etc. are known for having recalls and issues on electrical wiring. If it says to use a 1157 dual filament bulb use it. Don t try just swapping whatever you have available...
Honda Repair: 1994 honda accord will not start, auto parts store, schucks
auto parts store, schucks, honda accord: Doug, find out what the check engine light is and fix it. Take it to an auto parts store like schucks or autozone and they will check them for free. Even though your check engine light is not on when you get it read does not mean that the code is not stored...
Honda Repair: 1995 4dr 4cyl Honda LX Transmission, honda accord lx, shift linkage
honda accord lx, shift linkage, diagnostic steps: Robert, I would love to have the power to say oh, this is the only thing that needs to be fixed , unfortunately there is reality. Before attempting to diagnose problems on a Honda there are lots of different diagnostic steps to perform. He could be right...
Honda Repair: 1995 honda accord speedometer, phillips head screws, honda acura
phillips head screws, honda acura, instrument clusters: Your gonna need an A/T cluster from a 1994 to 1995 or from a 1996 to 1997. If i were you stick with the 1994 to 1995. In 1996 Honda switched to the OBD-2 system. Yours is an OBD-1 system = 1994 to 1995. Just want to make sure i am 100% correct about this....
Honda Repair: 2000 Accord Staring Problem, staring problem, distributor cap
staring problem, distributor cap, fuel pump: Ken, if you are having a problem with the car starting i would suspect the starter. But, you did not enter that information in your description. The starter could be having an issue with low voltage due to a corroded main wire. Or, the bendix could not be...
Honda Repair: 2001 civic, automatic transmission fluid, torque converter
automatic transmission fluid, torque converter, auto transmission: Mark, please check your Automatic Transmission fluid ASAP! Your transmission is slipping in and out of gear due to the fact that there is not enough fluid within your transmission/torque converter in order to maintain proper pressure on the flywheel = momentum....
Honda Repair: 2002 honda accord coup, o2 sensors, vtec system
o2 sensors, vtec system, cylinder number: Ron, P0300 diagnostic code indicates a random or multiple misfire. If the last digit is a number other than zero, it corresponds to the cylinder number that is misfiring. A P0302 code, for example, would tell you cylinder number two is misfiring. Unfortunately,...
Honda Repair: 2003 Honda Odyssey, 2003 honda odyssey, shift linkage
2003 honda odyssey, shift linkage, honda odyssey: Michelle, this could be as simple as a shift linkage cable being worn out and in need of replacement or adjustment. Do you park on a hill by chance? The E-brake is key when parking the vehicle, 1) while the vehicle sits and the gears in the transmission slacken...
Honda Repair: 2005 Honda CRV headlight, 2005 honda crv, honda cr v
2005 honda crv, honda cr v, ohm meter: Jeffrey, you are not the first person to ask me this similar problem for Honda CR-V s, second generation, 2001 - 2007. Apparently there is a major flaw with the headlight system in these years. Factory default? Probably, but, no recalls available. Apparently...
Honda Repair: '91 Honda Civic LX, auto transmission, 91 honda civic
auto transmission, 91 honda civic, honda civic: Bobby, tcm? Transmission control module? First off no such thing. You didnt describe whether you had a Auto or Manual transmission. Whichever i will assume this is an Auto. Manual follow the same guidelines too. Check the level of the fluid in the transmission....
Honda Repair: 92 accord, vacuum lines, vacuum line
vacuum lines, vacuum line, inexpensive option: Matthew, tune up or fuel filter/pump. Most common issues with this milage on these cars. Distributors go bad as well which will give you the same result as what you are describing. Spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap and rotor plus the fuel filter...
Honda Repair: 94 Honda Accord clutch, clutch kit, cylinder problem
clutch kit, cylinder problem, honda accord: Don, sounds like a Transmission problem. Possibly could be the clutch but doubtful. Whenever i have experienced this issue in my past it has turned out being the transmission was bad. Replace the transmission with a used unit with a warranty. Buy a new clutch...
Honda Repair: 95 Honda Civic, power steering pump, timing belt
power steering pump, timing belt, honda civic: Karen, when your timing belt was replaced did they also replace the water pump and cam seal? This should be done on all timing belt replacements for Honda s. Reason being they are inexpensive to replace and when you are replacing the timing belt they are right...
Honda Repair: My car won't start, honda accord lx, mechnic
honda accord lx, mechnic, 1995 honda accord lx: Vivian, you have invested and replaced alot on this car. The only thing left would be the distributor and ignition coil. Does the car have spark? Or not. Your mechanic should know. Hopefully the mechanic installed the timing belt 100% correctly too. Even 1...
Honda Repair: Engine runs but dies at low rpms, adjustment screws, fuel mixture
adjustment screws, fuel mixture, timing light: Gary, like any vehicle with carbs they will come out of tune by sitting for long periods. There are a couple of adjustment screws on those carbs. One is the idle of course. The others probably control fuel mixture or cold start idle. Whichever the one you...
Honda Repair: electrical problems, stereo shop, autozone
stereo shop, autozone, honda accord: Brandon, unfortunately you have some major electrical wiring issues that were not installed from a professional. There is a draw that is constantly starving your power supply from your battery. With the engine not running the battery cannot replenish that...
Honda Repair: engine sputter at 4k rpms, economical reasons, shift point
economical reasons, shift point, honda accord: Ron, tough question to answer, but, here are some ideas for you to check out. After the car is warmed up, does this, sputtering continue under normal driving conditions or full throttle? Not alot of people prefer to take there engines over 4k due to economical...
Honda Repair: engine won't start or cuts off (1999 Accord V6), fuel pump relay switch, fuel pump relay
fuel pump relay switch, fuel pump relay, honda owner: And yes of course, they always need to re-create the problem. Hard to do on an intermittent problem like yours. This could be the fuel system, ignition, or the coolant system. One of these areas lies the answer to your problem. A good mechanic with the proper...
Honda Repair: 1995 4dr 4cyl Honda LX Transmission, salvage yard, 10mm socket
Honda Repair: 1995 4dr 4cyl Honda LX Transmission, salvage yard, 10mm socket, engine computer
Honda Repair: Gas door repair, flat tip screwdriver, pop the trunk
flat tip screwdriver, pop the trunk, honda civic: Melanie, 1. - Pop the trunk 2. - On the drivers side remove the inner clips 3. - Pull back the liner at the top to expose the inner trunk 4. - Reach your hand in behind the stiffener panel and locate the release plunger 5. - Turn the plunger...
Honda Repair: Honda Accord Dying, quick responce, honda accord ex
quick responce, honda accord ex, battery cables: It probably is going to be something very small and insignificant. And i would probably guess some relay. There is a main relay in that car that is prone to drying out over time and having the circut board crack. There also is a way to check for engine codes...
Honda Repair: Honda accord need maintenance light, honda service center, service interval
honda service center, service interval, honda dealership: Steve this is a basic courtesy light indicating maintenance is required. Whether this is an oil change indicator or regular service interval. The owners manual might have a little more detailed information for you. Basically nothing to worry about. You do...
Honda Repair: Honda Civic problem, radiator hoses, coolant lines
radiator hoses, coolant lines, coolant system: Elizabeth, the cooling system consists of radiator, radiator cap, thermostat, upper and lower radiator hoses, water pump, multiple sensors, and a couple of other small coolant lines. Thats it. Now after replacing what you have done already you need to properly...
Honda Repair: honda airbag light, honda accord ex, honda accord
honda accord ex, honda accord, auto zone: Ty, this is a sensor issue. Something got triggered somewhere. But, really you should not have triggered it by just moving the seat around? Odd? I would take the car to auto zone and have the code evaluated then cleared from the system. See if this helps...
Honda Repair: idleing high, honda accord lx, gas milage
honda accord lx, gas milage, carburated: Jason, first off that is completely normal. Reason being is that your engine is carburated. When you step on the gas it thinks you are moving forward so it turns off the secondary floats in the carb. When you first start the engine up the secondaries and primaries...
Honda Repair: ignition barrel/cylinder, steering column, locksmith
steering column, locksmith, pins: Young, yes there is. But, this is an immobilized ignition system. Pull the ignition apart from the steering column. Seperating all the components. This will give you access to multiple small holes to release the barrel in one piece. DO NOT attempt this unless...
Honda Repair: Speedometer, vehicle speed sensor, speedometer cable
vehicle speed sensor, speedometer cable, cruise control: John, your cruise control will not work as long as the car is not registering speed. Not sure what Year, Make and Model you have with the correct engine size the sending unit that registers your speed is located on top of the transmission. It is called a (VSS)...
Honda Repair: Not starting, honda accord v6 coupe, honda accord
honda accord v6 coupe, honda accord, fuel pump: Andy, well you hit the first major components of strating a vehicle. Now you need to know whether you are getting the fuel to the injectors. Unfortunately not an easy task. But, if you turn the car to the on position you should be able to hear the fuel pump...
Honda Repair: Tail light fuse blows upon turning lights on, light fuse, fuse blows
light fuse, fuse blows, rear speakers: Sean, somewhere in that tailight area you have a wire, that is hot, and it is coming into contact with a ground source. I cant think of anything that would cause this other than what i described to you. Both tails and the third brake light area. Did you put...
Honda Repair: Tail lights, rear marker, honda accord ex
rear marker, honda accord ex, dash lights: Sam, sounds like you have some major issues going on in different areas of this car. First, the rear tail lights are not working. So is it the rear marker lights not working or the actual brake lights or both? Whichever these are connected on one circut connected...
Honda Repair: Transmission noise, honda civic dx, automatic transmission fluid
honda civic dx, automatic transmission fluid, 1996 honda civic dx: Gil, the vibration is coming from your wheels and tires. They are not balanced properly. With brand new tires they should have balanced them properly. Instead a new guy might have been just learning or an experienced guy might have just static balanced your...