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#885 of 1936 Re: problem with my honda accord 02 [bolivar] by blufz1 Jun 18, 2007 (10:54 am)
Replying to: bolivar (Jun 18, 2007 2:44 am) I agree that the 02 generation V6 doesn't seem to get as good mileage as the 03 generation. Redesigned heads and 5 speeds make a difference. I get 20-21 c w/ac and 26 highway towing my little bass boat but I gotta drive 50-55 to get it. I can only drive that slow late at night coming back from the lake on a state highway.
#886 of 1936 Re: thanks [blufz1] by thegraduate Jun 18, 2007 (5:24 pm)
Replying to: blufz1 (Jun 17, 2007 8:44 pm) A 4-cylinder will run close to 4,000 RPM at 70 MPH in 3rd gear, much higher than 3k RPM. The V6 should be at least similar to that. Replies to this message: blufz1 (Jun 18, 2007 6:31 pm)
#887 of 1936 Re: thanks [thegraduate] by blufz1 Jun 18, 2007 (6:31 pm)
Replying to: thegraduate (Jun 18, 2007 5:24 pm) Maybe the trans is stuck in third and a half,then.
#888 of 1936 Re: thanks [blufz1] by channel121 Jun 18, 2007 (9:48 pm)
Replying to: blufz1 (Jun 17, 2007 8:44 pm) It seems to be at 2.6 RPM at 70MPH. So it's ok. But I put it on cruise control at 70 and it seems to rev up and down in a rather quick fashion. Not smooth at all. For instance, I went up a onramp (steep incline) and it went over 4RPM to stay at 70mph then jerked up and down from 2-4RPM as the road leveled out. Is this normal? Replies to this message: blufz1 (Jun 18, 2007 11:45 pm)
#889 of 1936 Re: thanks [channel121] by blufz1 Jun 18, 2007 (11:45 pm)
Replying to: channel121 (Jun 18, 2007 9:48 pm) 2.6 at 70 sounds o.k. I think the other poster may be correct that the torque converter is not locking up. Take it in to the dealer and report back what they found. Good luck.
#890 of 1936 Re: Can timing belt job cause catalytic converter to fail? [Mr_Shiftright] by activex111 Jun 19, 2007 (12:40 pm)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 14, 2007 6:22 pm) Thanks.. Does the check engine light code differentiate between bad O2 sensor or bad catalytic converter? in other words, can we tell for sure that it is the catalytic converter which is giving check engine light ? thanks
#891 of 1936 Brakes replaced? by channel121 Jun 19, 2007 (4:41 pm)
i need to get an oil change and my brakes looked at. I searched this site for an hour now and can't find an answer so maybe you guys can help again! I think last time I took it in they had 30%/50% (front/back) left on them. Its been about a year since then. I am hearing a squealing so I think its time to have the front ones looked at at least. My questions:   1)How much does it cost to have the front or back pads replaced? 2)Should I get only honda parts? My old mechanic used only honda but this one will use aftermarket if I want. 3)Do I need honda parts for an oil change?   I am all for using aftermarket if it is cheaper and not necessary to have OEM. What is the consensus out there? Replies to this message: blufz1 (Jun 19, 2007 4:59 pm) bolivar (Jun 19, 2007 7:37 pm) elroy5 (Jun 19, 2007 7:47 pm)
#892 of 1936 Re: Brakes replaced? [channel121] by blufz1 Jun 19, 2007 (4:59 pm)
Replying to: channel121 (Jun 19, 2007 4:41 pm) Check the area Honda dealers for internet specials on brake service to get the best price. You need a good quality oil filter. Not the place to save money. Use the Honda filter $7 or Mobil 1 $10.
#893 of 1936 Re: Brakes replaced? [channel121] by bolivar Jun 19, 2007 (7:37 pm)
Replying to: channel121 (Jun 19, 2007 4:41 pm) -Honda is very specific about automatic transmission fluid being Honda. And I have read a lot of postings about un-smooth shifts if other brand fluid is used. I will use Honda tranny fluid.   -Honda is rather specific about antifreeze. I have read about how theirs has 'unique' compounds in it and protects better than others. I somewhat doubt this. But, for the relative small cost of a couple of gallons every 3 years or so, I will probably buy Honda.   -Any other quality brand of brake pads/shoes, oil and air filters, oil (does Honda have an oil refinery? I think not. Someone packages oil under their name.), wiper blades, etc, etc should be fine. If you get 50-75,000 miles and want to change the plugs, I would use what Honda specifies. Plugs with more and/or different electrodes are just marketing hype, and some do not give as good service as the recommended ones.   -Oil. My 2002 and my current Ridgeline call for 5W-20. I asked my dealer what they use, and it is 10W-30, bulk oil. They don't even use what Honda recommends. I asked for 5W-20 Castrol and it cost me $1.25/quart more. This was for my one dealer oil change - because I just did not have time to do it myself, and it needed changed. Of course, I did not watch, and there is no way I will know what they poured in there... An name-brand oil, of the specific weight, with a name brand filter (but, I do not like Fram. They are cheaply built inside.) will give you good service for 5,000 or 6,000 mile. Replies to this message: elroy5 (Jun 19, 2007 7:47 pm)
#894 of 1936 Re: Brakes replaced? [bolivar] by elroy5 Jun 19, 2007 (7:47 pm)
Replying to: bolivar (Jun 19, 2007 7:37 pm) The oil Honda dealers sell as Honda oil is actually "Mobil clean 5,000". Kind of adds up to the 5,000 mile oil change interval. I would only use Honda fluids (coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid, transmission fluid). As far as oil, use what you want (I use Castrol Syntec 5w-20 and change it myself). I also use Honda oil and air filters.

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