Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair

Bad egr valve, plugged egr tube----sure, that'll contribute to bad gas mileage depending on how the EGR is stuck---if open, that's not so good.

I can't say that the effect on MPG would be drastic, but it's a good first step. You might also want to check when you had your last tune-up and/or compression test.

also check your dip stick for signs of overfill--you could be leaking fuel into the crankcase from leaking/dripping injectors.

#2220 of 2254 Re: No crank, no ignition, one giant headache [zacharychaos] by bahay

Jul 01, 2012 (9:18 pm)

Replying to: zacharychaos (Oct 03, 2006 11:07 am)

Have you checked starter?

#2221 of 2254 Re: Clock Light [bolivar] by bahay

Jul 01, 2012 (10:47 pm)

Replying to: bolivar (Feb 07, 2007 11:20 pm)

I found on Ebay. I had the same problem with my clock. I changed bulb. I purchased on Ebay for about $4.

#2222 of 2254 Re: replaced ignition switch; now keyless entry won't work [aepete] by bahay

Jul 02, 2012 (11:06 pm)

Replying to: aepete (May 04, 2012 10:43 am)

I don't know if you tried this...if not, try it...

Entering the programming mode cancels all learned keyless remotes, so none of the previously programmed remotes will work. You must reprogram all of the keyless remotes once you are in the programming mode.

You must complete each step within 5 seconds of the previous step to keep the system from exiting the programming mode.

1. Turn ignition switch to ON (II)
2. Press the LOCK or UNOCK button on one of the remotes. (An unprogrammed remote can be used for this step.)
3. Turn ignition switch to LOCK (0)
4. Repeat steps 1, 2 and 3 two more times using the same keyless remote used in step 2
5. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
6. Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the same remote. Make sure the power door locks cycle to confirm you are in programming mode.
7. Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on each remote you want to program. Make sure door locks cycle after you push each remote button to confirm system has accepted the remote.
8. Turn the igniton switch to LOCK (0) to exit programming mode.
9. Test remote

#2223 of 2254 Flush service by bahay

Jul 02, 2012 (11:13 pm)

Hello to all.
I'm almost close to change transmission fluid, power steering fluid and brake fluid. I have a 2000 Honda Accord v6 sedan.
Today I called Honda dealership to know how much they will charge for the service shown above and the person who does that service told me the following prices:
Transmission fluid service - $99.50,
Brake fluid exchange - $147.20,
and power steering fluid exchange - $104.19

Also he said that those prices include fluid, labor, shop supplies, and tax.

I need advise. Is it to expensive to do it in dealership or it can be done more less in other places such as Jiffy Lube?

Thanks in advance.

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blufz1 (Jul 09, 2012 6:27 pm)

#2224 of 2254 Re: Flush service [bahay] by blufz1

Jul 09, 2012 (6:27 pm)

Replying to: bahay (Jul 02, 2012 11:13 pm)

Best to let the dealer do the service,particulary,the transmission fluid drain and fill. Those prices are in the ballpark. I think my dealer charge $75. to do the trans drain and fill.

#2225 of 2254 Question on 2001 Honda Accord serpentine belt that just shredded by tseverson1

Jul 14, 2012 (10:41 am)

I do not possess the skills to repair much on my 2001 Honda Accord EX.

On Tuesday my auto repair shop put on new bushing(s) and link(s) on the left front control arm (driver’s side) because of a squeaking noise in that area. On Friday afternoon I heard a strange new noise coming from the motor area of the car. I opened the hood and saw the alternator was not aligned correctly. I drove the car about 20 more miles on Friday and did not hear any more strange noises.

This morning (Saturday) my serpentine belt on the passenger side shredded when I started the car in the morning. I looked at the alternator and saw a loose bolt which caused the alternator to twist off center and the serpentine belt to shred.

I can come up with two possible causes for this situation.

First possibility: The shredded belt is a late result of the work of my brother (a very accomplished do-it-yourself mechanic who has a separate 2 stall garage for auto work) when he and I put on a new alternator over 6 months ago. Perhaps it took 6 months for the bolt to loosen and cause the problem.

Second possibility and my question: Is it possible the mechanic who put on the new bushing(s) and link(s) on the left front control arm needed to loosen the alternator located behind the radiator on the right front (passenger side) of my car to accomplish his work?

Your opinions and thoughts are greatly appreciated.

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Mr_Shiftright (Jul 14, 2012 11:25 am)
- tseverson1 (Jul 14, 2012 11:43 am)

#2226 of 2254 Re: Question on 2001 Honda Accord serpentine belt that just shredded [tseverson1] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Jul 14, 2012 (11:25 am)

Replying to: tseverson1 (Jul 14, 2012 10:41 am)

One shouldn't have to touch the alternator to work on the control arm, no.

As for your brother--it's pretty hard to trace something like this back to a job done 6 months ago. More likely, just vibration worked it loose, or perhaps the threads on the bolt (or worse, the block itself) are damaged. I'd certainly inspect those things carefully before proceeding with a repair. It's also possible some bracket could have broken.

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tseverson1 (Jul 14, 2012 11:43 am)

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