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Squeeling noise only when turning on the air conditioner. what's the problem?Timothy P - 2004 Honda Accord - Engine - 6/2/2010The air feels super cold for about 15-20 min. then it goes warm, and then back to cold. There is a mold smell when it goes warm. It sounds like the compressor is turning on and turning off. The temperture needle is almost at the middle and the cooling fans keep ...-
6/2/2010 Bobbysounds like the a/c system needs to be recharged or there is a problem within the system could really be anything compressor, evap. the mold smell is most likely fro debris built up in the hvac check for old leaves under the hood in the cowl area or moisture buildup in the hvac unit. The pressure sensor for the a/c system could be the problem. if the cooling fans keep coming on there could be an issue with the coolant temp sensor. Or like you said a sticking thermostat.
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my car check ingine light on and it stop running sometimes what's wrongstrickman05 - 1999 Honda Accord - Engine - 6/1/2010
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6/1/2010 HouseCallAutoAttach a code reader and read the stored fault code and re-post with the code or codes and I can tell you what is likely the cause.
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Engine shuts off while drivingMikeM - 1999 Honda Accord - Engine - 6/1/2010driving along, everything fine. Engine shuts off. rpm goes to zero. speedometer goes to zero. almost looks electrical, but stereo and clock still operating. while coasting, slip it into neutral, restart with Key, and everything is fine again. What is going on?
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6/1/2010 RCHas the ignition switch been replaced? I think there was a recall on some of the ignition switches. #02-031
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Oil in plug wires losing power an black smoke ouy exhaustshawn.t - 1995 Honda Passport - Engine - 5/29/2010
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5/29/2010 HouseCallAutoThe black smoke - it is running very rich, maybe a bad oxygen sensor. You have to read the fault codes stored in the computer memory.
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Oil is getting in spark plug holes in valve coversshawn.t - 1995 Honda Passport - Engine - 5/29/2010
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5/29/2010 HouseCallAutoThe valve cover gaskets and tube seals need to be replaced. Common problem, not the end of the world.
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I change the radiator and now the car is overheatingfjackson - 1994 Honda Civic - Engine - 5/29/2010
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5/29/2010 HouseCallAutoOpen the air bleed on the engiine. Here is a pic >> http://ww2.justanswer.com/.../..._193331_bleed.gif
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5/27/2010 HouseCallAutoOdds are that the distributor is bad.
1. Inspect the distributor connections for being clean and tight.
2. Scope the TDC Sensor signal on the Orange/Blue wire - look for a consistent AC sine wave signal with the engine running.
3. Verify that the TDC Sensor ground is good on the White/Blue wire - look for 0.05 volts or less.
4. Verify good quality tune up parts and ignition coil. A faulty ignition coil or poor quality distributor cap and rotor can set this code.
5. Check for a faulty alternator, if the alternator is causing excessive AC voltage this code can set.
Potential Causes: Alternator
Distributor
Ignition Coil
TDC Sensor
Top Dead Center (TDC) Sensor Wiring
Tech Tips: Code P1362 is for no signal from the Top Dead Center (TDC) Sensor. The TDC Sensor on this model is inside the distributor.
Diagnostic Codes: P1362
8/12/2010 maxthanks, I solve the problem by following this report you post, thank you and God bless you.
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My car is leaking out anti-freeze, I can tell it is coming out the bottom of the radiator.temple12 - 1994 Honda Accord - Engine - 5/27/2010How can I tell if it is coming out of the hose or if somthing is wrong with the radiator?
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5/27/2010 HouseCallAutoThere is no magic here. You have to determine that with your eyes just the same as me. At least you know it is one of those two things.
5/28/2010 backyardfixeryour awsome house call auto
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It won't start the motor does have any spark to the plugsfreddie - 1996 Honda Accord - Engine - 5/27/2010
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5/27/2010 RCIf it does NOT have spark, check the distributor cap, rotor, and ignition wires. Then check the ignition module. Is there a check engine light?
5/28/2010 backyardfixerdont forget the cam shaft senser and the pick up coil
5/31/2010 freddieI checked distributor cap,rotor,and wires. no check engine light is off ! it started real ruff at first and idle ruff for about 3 mins and run fine I let it run for about 45 mins . I tried to start it again about 2 hours later it wont start again. i put a new distributor
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Fans dont turn on but dash guage doesnt go past center and check engine light comes on about time that fan should startjay in l.a. - 1990 Honda Accord - Engine - 5/27/2010and once you turn off and restart the check engine light is off.. also fans dont come on when a/c is turned on. a relay switch in front of engine to fans is wasted and has bare wires will this cause this problem
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5/26/2010 HouseCallAutoCan you fix the wires that are bare as you say? Maybe that is the cause of your fans not working. No sorry needed about your level of mechanical knowledge. If you give me enough information and detail to work with, I can help you bypass many costs that you would otherwise have to pay a shop. That is if you are a good DIY type person.
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5/27/2010 jay in l.a.also the a/c has always worked in the car with no problems until it sat for about 6 months and the i had a used transmission installed and since it has never cooled again and the mechanic said it had an electrical problem, actually first he said it needed to be charged then he said it was electrical. is it possible for them to mess up something with the a/c when changing the transmission and them not admittting it.
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5/27/2010 HouseCallAuto1. At the cooling fan relay check to see if there are two terminals that show battery voltage with the key in the on position.
2. At the radiator fan temperature switch A, ground the Blue wire. Check to see if the radiator fan relay clicks.
3. At the radiator fan check to see if there is voltage to the radiator fan on the Blue wire when the relay is energized. Check to see if the Black wire is a good ground.
Potential Causes: Radiator Fan
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Won't start, engine turns battery is strong. just died randomly while driving. belts look good gas pedal feels vagueLoonrider - 1994 Honda Civic - Engine - 5/26/2010
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5/26/2010 HouseCallAutoCheck and see if there is ignition spark. Remove the distributor cap and verify that the distributor turns when you crank the engine to verify that the timing belt has not broken. With the cap off>>
The Black/Yellow (BLK/YEL) wire should have battery voltage, key on engine off. Also, the coil negative wire should have battery voltage. If voltages are good you will solve this problem by installing a re-manufactured distributor ass'y. It could also be caused by a bad igniter or a bad ignition coil but by the time you pay for these two items you have reached the price of a distributor almost so.........
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What could be wrong when the car doesnt crank its turning over but not crankingdee - 1998 Honda Accord - Engine - 5/25/2010
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5/25/2010 HouseCallAutoA car that does not crank means the starter motor is not operating which of course can mean a bad starter.
9/8/2010 ScottyI thought if it turns over when you try to crank that the starter can't be bad or it wouldn't even turn over. Mine cranks and cranks but will not start up.
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There is a constant leak of coolant from one of the hoses that is connected at both sides to the engineSkates - 1998 Honda Civic - Engine - 5/25/2010
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No power to fule punp where is fule punp relayh.t.c. - 1990 Honda Accord - Engine - 5/24/2010where is the fule punp relay no power to punp
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5/24/2010 HouseCallAutoBehind the left side of the instrument panel. here is a pic >> http://www.google.com/imgres
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