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#1374 of 1549 Mushy Brake Follow-up by jhrost Apr 17, 2009 (5:22 pm)
Thanks for that amazingly swift feedback. You guys both sound pretty certain about the nature of this problem. Are there any other obscure and perhaps less costly explanations for what I'm experiencing, or is the master brake cylinder the culprit with something approaching metaphysical certitude?   If I can't get around to a repair in the next couple of days, is it dangerous to drive this car - I mean, is there a possibility for a catastrophic brake failure? Replies to this message: thegraduate (Apr 17, 2009 5:41 pm) elroy5 (Apr 17, 2009 5:57 pm)
#1375 of 1549 Re: Mushy Brake Follow-up [jhrost] by thegraduate Apr 17, 2009 (5:41 pm)
Replying to: jhrost (Apr 17, 2009 5:22 pm) While I wouldn't postpone the repair too long, I drove mine for weeks before realizing a problem existed. it'll just slowly get worse, in all likelihood.   And, that problem is fairly common, in many cars. It's easily diagnosed, typically. Catastrophic failure? Unlikely. The brake system is divided in half, I believe, so if one part goes (either Front Left and Rear Right, or Front Right, Rear Left) you should be left with the other portion.
#1376 of 1549 Re: Mushy Brake Follow-up [jhrost] by elroy5 Apr 17, 2009 (5:57 pm)
Replying to: jhrost (Apr 17, 2009 5:22 pm) If the brake pedal sinks, with steady pressure, either the master cylinder seals are leaking, or there is a fluid leak somewhere. If you don't see fluid leaking anywhere, you likely have a master cylinder problem. A spongy feeling brake pedal is a sign of air in the brake lines (need to bleed the air out). If the brake pedal seems to push back on your foot, that is a sign of vacuum/booster problems. Brakes are pretty simple, until you get into ABS, SC, etc.
#1377 of 1549 Thank you. by jhrost Apr 17, 2009 (6:38 pm)
Thanks to all for the insightful comments
#1378 of 1549 Re: Mushy Brake, 95 Accord LX Sedan [jhrost] by corkscrew Apr 18, 2009 (5:50 am)
Replying to: jhrost (Apr 17, 2009 4:40 pm) Don't wait, drive the car directly to the nearest mechanic and have the master cylinder checked out.This problem happened to my wife's car and we put it off. Two days later she came to a stop sign and the pedal went to the floor, no brakes. She made a quick right turn and just missed being hit by a pickup truck   Corkscrew. Replies to this message: jhrost (Apr 19, 2009 9:04 pm)
#1379 of 1549 Re: Mushy Brake, 95 Accord LX Sedan [corkscrew] by jhrost Apr 19, 2009 (9:04 pm)
Replying to: corkscrew (Apr 18, 2009 5:50 am) Thanks for that information.
#1380 of 1549 Replacing condenser fan - do I need to remove radiator? by techman41973 Apr 21, 2009 (2:17 pm)
I need to replace the condenser fan, one of the two fans attached to the radiator. It seems to mount to the radiator with just 2 bolts on top (easily accessible). Has anyone done a replacement without removing the radiator? Im trying to get an idea how difficult the job is going to be. Thanks   Background on the problem:   I have a 97 Accord with about 280K. Often the AC compressor will shutdown (most likely from overheating), mostly when I am driving low speeds or idling. On the freeway I NEVER have this problem. Engine coolant temperature and coolant levels are fine. I discovered that EVERYTIME I have this problem, the accessory (2nd) radiator fan isnt spinning. I believe its this fan that helps cool the AC evaporator. If I move the blades with a pencil, they do start spinning. Which means the fan is getting electrical power. The bearings are probably starting to go. No doubt I need to replace this electric fan. Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Apr 22, 2009 10:52 am)
#1381 of 1549 brake pads by tmontana09 Apr 22, 2009 (10:51 am)
hi im new to this site but im been browsing and i liked it......well i have a 97 honda accord and for some reason whn i release the gas pedal my car slows down on its own.....im guessing my brake pad stick to my rotors can n e 1 tell me whts causing this so i can fix it....also is it true the hub or the bearings wht ever it is messes up whn u replace the rotors......
#1382 of 1549 Re: Replacing condenser fan - do I need to remove radiator? [techman41973] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Apr 22, 2009 (10:52 am)
Replying to: techman41973 (Apr 21, 2009 2:17 pm) Have you checked for low refrigerant level?
#1383 of 1549 A sad day: My auto-transmission failed on my 97 Accord, looking for advice by techman41973 Apr 23, 2009 (9:47 pm)
I was on a cross country trip from California to Michigan in my 97 Accord 2-dr EX. I pulled over to check a map in Reno, Nevada and when I put my car back in D, the engine just raced like it was in neutral when I gave it gas. The reverse gear worked for a bit in the parking lot, eventually no shifter position resulted in movement of the vehicle. Ironically I was on my way to a local Reno Autozone to read the OBDII code becuase my check engine light has been on for a week. California Autozones won't lend the equipment anymore (some lawsuit) and I wanted to avoid the $80 most places charge to read the codes. I would bet that those codes had something to with a malfunctioning transmission and I was ignoring the warning. Lesson learned: buy one of those engine code readers and keep it in your car. I called a local Reno Honda mechanic and two transmission places and all of them including the AAA tow truck driver said the transmission is toast and needs replacement (especially with 280K on my car). I couldnt risk an extra tow to a mechanic to have this verified for sure (I have only 4 free tows from AAA a year). One place quoted $2600 for a rebuilt transmission, another shop quoted me $1800 installed for a transmission from a low-mileage Accord. A new tranny in California is no doubt more expensive. So now I am having it towed back to my house in California. I will probably keep it in my driveway until I can sell it for parts. Its really a sad day. I love my Gen-5 Accord and I feel like dumping $2K+ on a transmission would be a waste of money. Even with a replacement transistion, there is atleast 2K of other work that it eventually needs, and its up for California Smog in 4 months (2 years ago it barely passed). To me its not just another Gen-5 accord. I have some mods, my interior looks brand new and the wear and tear give it its unique character. Perhaps some of you were once in the same position and can offer your thoughts. Replies to this message: thegraduate (Apr 24, 2009 7:20 am) Mr_Shiftright (Apr 24, 2009 8:33 am)

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