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How do I reset the onboard computer?2rns_r_us - 2008 Acura TL - Engine - 5/15/2013105,000 miles on vehicle. A battery died and after replacement I continually get a "loose fuel cap" error that clears and returns. Replaced gas cap, evap canister, and had the system checked by the dealer. They claim there is no air leak in the system. Also, ... -
Input or Output Speed Sensor?dkchamp1 - 1995 Acura Legend - Engine - 5/14/2013I have a 1995 Acura Legend SE. The speedometer runs erratically when driving 55 mph or faster. In addition, the D4 light flashes continuously. My check engine light does not come on but most mechanics say the problem is a bad speed sensor. How do I know if I need an ... -
What's wrong with the engine? I drove @ 60mph and pressed the accelerator; The car sluggish/spongy for secondssmoothrivermm - 2003 Acura TL - Engine - 5/8/2013*Changed timing belt and water pump already; 118k miles; It happened the first time today when driving on highway. When it happened, I stopped my car and restarted the engine then there is no problem. * 'Check engine' light on; TCS (Traction control system) light ...
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5/8/2013 HouseCallAutoBuy a code reader, plug it in and read the codes stored. Then repost with the fault code numbers. The codes are still there whether the check engine light is on or off.
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Rpm so high when start to goinfinity - 2003 Acura TL - Engine - 5/4/2013Rpm so high when start to go -
I need to know what could be wrong with my carmandydmngz - 2006 Acura MDX - Engine - 4/29/2013It has 108K miles on it. The car smelt like white burning rubber with white smoke coming from the engine compartment on the passenger's side, the car then began to leak a large puddle of oil. There is a check engine light on along with oil lights on. We then ...
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4/29/2013 HouseCallAutoIt sounds like what might be leaking is transmission oil, because if you leak out enough tranny oil the car will run but will not go into gear. Cant think of anything else that would leak and cause a loss of gear at the same time.
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Engine Knock at 155 0000 kmrenoileplusvrai - 2004 Acura TL - Engine - 4/26/2013Hi there, i have a TL 04 at 155 000km and my engine knock's at cold start and ounce it get's warmer the sound reduce but keep knocking. I took it to get it checked and they told me that it's a piston slap because TL's 3rd generation they all do that. I drove 25 000 ...-
4/26/2013 frankiedon53I thought that piston-slap only occurs when the engine is very cold and disappeared as it warmed.This is what I learned from the I.C.S. auto.course I did years ago.But I suppose different vehicles could respond differently. But worn crankshaft bearings knock too.
5/2/2013 renoileplusvraicrankshaft bearings knock is it hard to replace it?
5/2/2013 renoileplusvraiwhen i start the car and the idle is normal, i noticed that when i bring the rmp about 1600 to 2000 i can ear a very loud sound something like a bearing. could that be the problem?
5/3/2013 frankiedon53It certainly sounds like it to me especially if the knock increases with increase of engine speed.I'm not very familiar with Acuras,but the crankshaft bearings can often be replaced without removing the engine.I would buy a repair manual first,do some serious reading because getting it right is critical.After reading you would have a better feeling about if you want to attempt it yourself.Haynes or Chilton repair manuals are available at Advance Auto.
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Engine knockrenoileplusvrai - 2004 Acura TL - Engine - 4/24/2013Hi there, i have a TL 04 at 155 000km and my engine knock's at cold start and ounce it get's warmer the sound reduce but keep knocking. I took it to get it checked and they told me that it's a piston slap because TL's 3rd generation they all do that. I drove 25 000 ...
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Engine low cylinder compression -will it increase after drivenklynn223 - 1997 Acura CL - Engine - 4/23/2013I purchased a JMD engine which arrived with very low compression in one cylinder, I am told by my mechanic that it was not with in the acceptable variance. The company I bought it from says that this happens when an engine sits for a while and wants the engine to ...
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4/22/2013 HouseCallAutoI would tend to agree with the answer that the compression will come up when it is run. I also have never heard of anyone doing a compression check on an engine that has not been run yet. This would not be a reliable test, its not broke in by the rings, perfectly normal for the specs to be off when checked that way.
4/22/2013 klynn223thank you for your reply, My mechanic said that the engine looked like it came more from a wrecking yard than an engine with 40 - 60 thousand miles on it. It was filthy, rusty,looked like it had been under water, etc and he connected it to my transmission and or what ever else he needed to start the engine without actually putting the engine in the car this is how he ran the compression test, does this make sense to you?
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4/23/2013 HouseCallAutoYou did not make clear that this was a used engine. I understood a "JMD" engine to be a rebuilder. If your mechanic can run the engine for more than just a minute or two. Maybe 10 minutes if possible then I would believe the compression readings.
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What can i do to fix the idle needle from jumping all over the place.sandrashepherd82 - 1997 Acura Integra - Engine - 4/21/2013-
4/21/2013 JimmNeed more information - what exactly is meant by 'the idle needle'? Are you referring to the engine tachometer guage? Does the problem occur with the engine at some speed or RPM, like during idle speeds? Can you give more details that would help someone to diagnose the problem you are having?
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4/18/2013 jimharri...Hard to believe this car is still running...could indicate faulty injectors, poor compression, or poor fuel pressure, or a combination... -
4/18/2013 ella123Yes they utilize an x'ray machine the size of a car wash that allows them to see what is inside the vehicle. They also have a thermal imaging camera: Spobd2.com
4/19/2013 HouseCallAutoMy friend bought something from the site Spobd2.com and they never sent the item and they kept his money.
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My car makes a wineding sound when i turn it on? don't know if the power steering pump is bad or if the A/C compressorlos - 2002 Acura RSX - Engine - 4/18/2013133256miles the noise doesn't go away at all. makes the car sound like a winedup toy?
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4/18/2013 jimharri...check fluid level/leaks in your power steering system...other possibilities include alternator, water pump, or tensioners (your engine has several including one for the timing belt) also insure you are using the appropriate power steering fluid; I had a mechanic who saw my car four times before I suggested to use the right transmission/power steering fluid!
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Why do I have to try to start my car twice before it starts?kathyo8598 - 1996 Acura Integra - Engine - 4/18/2013My car has over 200,000 miles on it . When I try to start it, it does not always start up on the first try. The maintenance light and abs lights are on but they have been on even before this problem started.-
4/18/2013 jimharriThe lights are telling you that your car needs attention before your car fails to start!! 'Maintenance' means so many things...
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Why won't my engine run?jimharri - 1992 Acura Integra - Engine - 4/18/2013Several days ago, my engine simply stopped while I was driving...Since then, I've replaced the primary components of the distributor, the distributor housing, and checked various fuses...what would cause the engine to simply quit without warning? (I know there's ... -
Ignition control module keeps on failing what could be the probable causeJoven - 1997 Acura Integra - Engine - 4/17/2013sept of 2009 the distributor assy was replaced
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4/17/2013 jimharriI have a '92...there are at least 4 internal parts in your distributor which interact...possibility that one affects another...also, when did you do plug wires last time?
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Need help!j-dogg17 - 1997 Acura Integra - Engine - 4/17/2013I have a 1997 acura integra ls my my car won't start so i have to jump out every time then it starts but right when I turn it off and try to start it again it won't start I took alternator out and went to auto zone to have them test it everything passed tested it 3 ...
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4/15/2013 JimmSeveral possibilities; fault in the electrical system - such as, parasitic drain (like a battery-powered
accessory left on), faulty / worn serpentine drive belt, or worn / faulty drive belt tensioner (not correct belt tension and the alternator cannot operate to recharge the battery), faulty battery connections - check the battery cable / terminal connections - both at the battery and at the chassis ground - should be clean and tight - no corrosion anywhere.
Finally, have the entire existing charging system checked as-is; including a battery load test, plus an alternator output test - with all components installed in your vehicle. The alternator has a built-in voltage regulator - so when the alternator function was tested, the test results would have included the regulator. -
4/17/2013 jimharriCheck that there are no splices in the electrical wiring, and that all insulation is in tact and not grounding out...if alternator passes operational test, then something in your car's system is adversely affecting the alternator's output...I once bought a brand new battery that turned out to be defective...unfortunately I got rid of the car before I found that out!
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