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Sedans Honda Accord Honda Accord (1990-1993) Maintenance and Repair
1756 messages, Last post on Nov 29, 2009 at 10:14 AM
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I need to replace my water pump in my 90 Accord. i have gotten to the point where all i need now is to remove 1 last 10mm bolt, and it is already half way off. Here is the problem, the Tension adjuster assembly is slightly in the way so i cannot back the bolt all the way out. I have tried to take off the adjuster nut, but that sucker wont budge. How can this be done?
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Replying to: moonze (Mar 31, 2009 4:22 pm) http://blasterchemical.com/display.cfm?p=50003&pid=4 You can sometimes tease a bolt loose by first TIGHTENING it just a little...a very little...then loosening it (presuming you have the PB Blaster on hand to keep lubricating it). Some people suggest a BREAKER BAR but you know what? That's risky...once you hear the sickening SNAP! your day is ruined...maybe a few days.... Another technique is to apply heat to the adjuster but a cold spray (like the 'electrical freeze' they sell at Radio Shack) to the bolt itself. This way you get an expansion on the adjuster side and a contraction on the bolt side. The key here is PATIENCE...do not rush, get frustrated, etc. If you find yourself getting nervous or mad, STOP and take a break.
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Mar 31, 2009 5:16 pm)
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Replying to: moonze (Mar 31, 2009 5:33 pm)
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Hi, This morning I was driving my baby 1991 Accord DX Sedan and when I was opening my garage door, I noticed smoke coming out from under the hood. I looked at the temp gauge and it was pointing H (hot). So I move the car for about 25 feet to park the car out of the traffic way. Within minutes, I see liquid coming out from the car at the bottom. What could cause the car to overheat? Do you think I ruined the engine for driving 25 feet to park the car? Think one of the hoses broke loose and coolant leaked out? How much of a repaid do you think I am looking at? All possible solutions are welcomed. This is my 1st car and it has been very loyal to me since I bought it in 1991. It has 209K miles and I was hoping to make to 300K. Thanks!  
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Replying to: geez123 (Apr 01, 2009 6:50 am) Best thing you can do is find the leak, fix that, and then drive the car to see what's what. If it overheats again, you should test for various problems, like bad head gasket, or hopefully stuck thermostat or non-functioning cooling fan.
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Mar 31, 2009 6:35 pm) |
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Apr 01, 2009 8:27 am)  If it was a bad head gasket, isn't that a big repair? I'm hoping it was a hose that collapsed. Trying to figure out what would be my limit? Repair it or not? Everything else in the car except radio works. I'm deaf so conked out radio makes no difference for me. This car is my first car and I have sentimental value for this car. Thanks! I will post back tomorrow.
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Replying to: geez123 (Apr 01, 2009 9:08 am) You might have just busted a hose or something. No reason to be alarmed at this point.
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