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Sedans Honda Accord Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
1936 messages, Last post on Nov 21, 2009 at 5:35 PM
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Replying to: kym28 (Aug 24, 2009 8:43 pm) FWIW, it was an $80 part, plus labor, for a total of about $120, not to mention the $40 I had to pay for the tow!!! Rap |
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I've got a 99 Accord with nearly 147K that I'm wanting to sell, but is using oil like crazy, I'm talking a quarter every 300-500 miles. It doesn't seem to be leaking anywhere. Any advice? I've been using 5W30 weight oil. Could it be the rings? If so, what kind of money for that type of repair?
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Replying to: Mike_R1957 (Sep 05, 2009 8:58 am)
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Replying to: Mike_R1957 (Sep 06, 2009 4:44 am) |
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| My 1999 Honda Accord Coupe LX with V6 vtech engine, will not start sometimes... I go to start it and it will not crank and sometimes if it does crank, it's a rough idle, then shut down and then it won't crank for four our five more attempts. More commonly, i've noticed that it happens after I fuel up. I'll get gas and odds are, it will hesitate, stall or do the rough idle and shut down deal. I'll keep trying and eventually, it will start, but only after about multiple attempts. I should confess that my check engine light is on... last time I had other work performed the dealer diagnosed and suggested I have the EGR valve replaced and the intake manifold cleaned and sleeved. I opted to get my timing belt, all other engine belts and throttle control valve sorted instead. Needless to say, I didn't have any coin left to take care of the check engine/EGR/intake manifold deal at that time. Anyway, the rough idle starts is cramping my style, so I'm going to take care of it next week. However, I'm fishing for solutions online. Since it occurs when I fuel up I was thinking to replace the fuel cap. All answers welcomed. Thank you. | |
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I have a few questions that I hope someone can answer. I have a 2002 Honda Accord Ex. It current has approximately 74,400 miles and its seven years old. After a routine oil change, I was recently told by Honda maintenance that the timing belt will need to be changed. The standard maintenance schedule for belt replacement is 7 years or 105K miles. I was given a quote of $895 to change the timing belt (only?) from one Honda dealership. Another one said that it will be $1,000 (replacing two drive belts, the timing belt, water pump and run valve adjustments). 1. SInce I only have 74,000 miles, can I delay replacing the timing belt and if so for how long? 2. Should I replace the timing belt only or should I replace the other parts as mentioned above? 3. Do I have to go with Honda? Is it possible to get a better price and same service from places like Midas, Sullivan Tires, Meineke? 4. If I go with someone other than Honda, what kind of questions should I ask and are they suppose to use Honda parts for replacements? |
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Replying to: zendao (Sep 13, 2009 6:03 pm) |
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Replying to: zendao (Sep 13, 2009 6:03 pm) Also, be advised that in some circles it's recommended to get the water pump replaced at the time of the belt replacement b/c it costs just as much to have the water pump replaced should it fail at a later date. [ The water pump is located within the timing belt repair ] I've always had my car serviced by Honda b/c I don't trust other service centers. I've heard one too many horror stories when it comes to getting your car serviced by so called " Honda Specialists. " Also, in my area, Honda doesn't charge more than others - so far, it's actually been less than others - I use to go to Walmart for oil changes, but they stripped the hex head on my oil pan bolt, so I get my oil changed at Honda as well. Note: I have serviced my brake pads and rotors when needed, b/c I know how to do it and the savings is significant. All else is Honda. |
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Replying to: zendao (Sep 13, 2009 6:03 pm) With 75K miles, I would let it go to its 100K mile interval. Over $800 for timing belt job is too high if your Accord is 4 cylinder. For V-6, it is about right. I am sure they are replacing the timing belt, belt tensioner, water pump, and the coolant. My local Honda dealer charged $250 to replace the timing belt on my 2001 Accord 4 cylinder with 122K miles. He checked the water pump and did not replace it. He said there was no sign of seepage that warranted its replacement. Muffler shops can't replace timing belts. Ask around and find a reputable independent shop that works on Japanese cars and get a quote. Also even Honda dealers occasionally have decent specials on timing belt replacements. Joe
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Replying to: jodar96 (Sep 14, 2009 5:29 am) Anyway, the fact that the belt lasted for 185K [122K in your case] is a testament to the quality of Honda automobiles. I mean, forget the timing belt, cos' in most cases, entire cars don't last much beyond 100K. Everybody and their grandpa knows that Honda's and Toyota's rule when it comes to durability, reliability, efficiency and longevity. Hey, and who cares whether Honda makes the belt or not? I don't care if Betty Crocker makes it b/c at the end of the day, the belt lasted 185K [122K in your case] in a Honda Accord. Good day, Sir 
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