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Noisy engine when driven for about an hourraymond1296 - 2009 Honda Accord - Preventive Maintenance - 4/24/2013Valve clearance adjustments-
4/24/2013 HouseCallAutoNo I find that unusual for an 09 Accord. I believe it has another cause. What weight oil was used in the last oil change? Maybe the noise is unrelated to the valve train.
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Why don't my A/C accept freon A/C is not blowing cold air only hot air released presure down to 35phyllispleasant50 - 1999 Honda Accord - Preventive Maintenance - 4/10/2013tried to put freon in but car is not taking freon, a week ago i had a radiator put in, could that have something to do with it,A/C was working fine last year when i cut it off,just turned it back on 3 days ago, the heater works fine-
4/10/2013 Joe BoulayHello
You should check the hot/cold water valve first. I have seen the lever for the shaft on the valve break free. This causes the heat to be on all of the time. How did you determine it needs refrigerant?
hope this helps you.
Joe Boulay
Automotive Technician & Author of the book “If That Car Could Talk”
joe@joeboulay.com
http://joeboulay.com/
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Why don't my A/C accept freon A/C is not blowing cold air only hot air released presure down to 35phyllispleasant50 - 1999 Honda Accord - Preventive Maintenance - 4/10/2013tried to put freon in but car is not taking freon, a week ago i had a radiator put in, could that have something to do with it,A/C was working fine last year when i cut it off,just turned it back on 3 days ago, the heater works fine -
What type of motor oil I need for my car.frank - 2007 Honda Civic - Preventive Maintenance - 4/1/2013Motor oil what kind?-
4/1/2013 CVOENGINE OIL TYPE/WEIGHT/CAPACITY
2007 Honda Civic DX 1.8L MFI SOHC 4cyl
The Engine Oil Type/Weight/Capacity
Mobil 1 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil 5+ Jug
Castrol GTX 5W-20 5+ Jug
Note: synthetic preferred ( in my opinion ).
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What is code p1298scott - 2001 Honda Civic - Preventive Maintenance - 3/30/2013having issues with crazy gas and odometer readings going on and off.could this be the reason. thanks for any input-
3/30/2013 CVO2001 Honda Civic P1298, ELD Fault
This 2001 Honda Civic came in with a multitude of problems one of which was a code P1298 stored for an ELD fault (electric load detector circuit input high). The ELD sends a signal to the engine control computer so that the computer can adjust the alternator output in relation to power consumption. The ELD is located in the underhood fuse box.
For more information, visit this site ......... http://www.sparkys-answers.com/.../...98-eld-fault.html
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In past few months odometer will cut out & read 888..... at same time gas guage will read anything but what it is ! ? !scott - 2001 Honda Civic - Preventive Maintenance - 3/25/2013That's about it. can happen at any time,or go day's w/o happening. Could it be electrical or maybe the module? thanks for any insight. -
My check engine light came on for the emissions. I went to have a free check and it said it could be an oxygen sensorelbo4 - 1998 Honda Accord - Preventive Maintenance - 3/21/2013or the catylitic coonverter could it also be clogged? How long can I ride it with the light on?-
3/21/2013 JimmNeed more information - what is the specific fault code? You want to be sure of the specific code and all of the possible reasons for the fault code to be stored. You don't need...'it could be' in order to correctly diagnose and repair the problem. Please post a reply with the specific fault code for further assistance. -
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My air Conditioning smells, what do I do?Greg - 2011 Honda Insight - Preventive Maintenance - 3/17/2013Sometimes the air is thick and smelly-
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3/17/2013 j_lanes44Have the evaporator cleaned also flush all aircon lines.
http://4wheelonline.com/atv/QuadBoss.107503
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What does an Engine Tune-up consist of?Carrie - 2001 Honda Civic - Preventive Maintenance - 3/6/2013I'm looking into getting a tune-up for my honda, and I would like to know the typical parts/ items that are used to "tune-up" my vehicle.-
3/6/2013 CVOIt depends on what your car has, those are the typical parts.
Spark plugs
plug wires
cap
rotor
spark plug gapper
PCV valve and fuel filter optional
also look at air filter.
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My left headlight don't work I changed the bulb numerous times still doesn't work but the right headlight worksjermariosupermanwhitney2dk - 2001 Honda Civic - Preventive Maintenance - 3/5/2013-
3/5/2013 HouseCallAutoYou have to check to see if the headlight connector is getting battery voltage and ground with a 12 volt testlight.
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Why wont my car go pass 300 rpmsharon_1815 - 2000 Honda Accord - Preventive Maintenance - 3/4/2013my check engine light is on, the code is P-1382. i was told to get another tranny. but all my car is doing is hesitating meaning it jurks when i get near 3 rpm and gets sluggish going up hills-
3/4/2013 HouseCallAutoReplace the Ignition Distributor Assembly. Try to get a new unit instead of a remanufactured because the reman units have a high defect rate. Probability of this solving your issue is greater than 90%.
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I wanna ask u guys if there's any difference in downpipe between 2006 to 2008?hmak-2006 - 2006 Honda Accord - Preventive Maintenance - 2/20/2013-
2/20/2013 HouseCallAutoYes there is, not even close. There was no 3.0 liter engine available in '08. Only a 3.5 V6 which is entirely different and shares nothing.
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Airbag light on after car was towed and battery replaced ?patty - 2000 Honda Accord - Preventive Maintenance - 2/20/2013-
11/25/2012 Reaper AutomotiveThat is a conman problem with many air bag equipped vehicles. When you change the battery or have a voltage drop, the air bag lights will trip. You just need to have the code cleared. -
2/20/2013 judymborokiPurchase a computerized handheld tool that can help you reset the light while right at home. this can be found in most auto retailer shops. Driving with the light on can cause the airbag to deploy accidentally.
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When is the recommended time to replace timing belt and water pump?ndohm - 2004 Honda Accord - Preventive Maintenance - 2/19/2013I'm not having any problems. The dealer said it was recommended at 7 years. My friend said he thought it was around 100,000 miles and my car has 87,000.-
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2/19/2013 HouseCallAutoI misunderstood your question, my mistake. Your belt should be replaced at your earliest convenience, but 100K is ok to wait for.
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Why wont my car start with a generic battery from quest auto parts ?1beltresource - 2009 Honda Civic - Preventive Maintenance - 2/18/2013i exchanged the battery for a nnew one and the car has no power i re-exchanged and same problem.-
2/18/2013 HouseCallAutoIt's not the battery that is the cause. Please detail further. If there is a story please tell it.
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