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Thank you.
Putting car in N will save a few drops of gas and slightly cool the transmission - not a bad thing to do, IMO.
http://techauto.awardspace.com/
I have my Accord EX for three years. It was in great shape when I first got it but now problems has arised but I have no time and money to fix my car. I'd like to sell it for a fair price. Here are the pros and cons on my car.
Pros: A/C is ice cold, no dents, drivable, sunroof works, CD radio is working
Cons: driver's window motor is faulty and wont go down, ABS light goes on, D4 light blinks, driver's inside plastic door handle broke.Car hesitates when driving.
What price should I sell it? I feel it needs a complete tune up and it'll be purring like a cat.
Thanks
jim
What year, mileage?
Issues with the D4 light are the tranny computer, 300-400 bucks for a new one maybe more, not hard to fix. I have actually fixed the computer myself before. ABS is probably speed sensor. Window motor needed replaced (duuu, i'm a mechanicic. . . ) Car hesitates is probably the D4 issue. You shouldn't be driving it right now.
What color?
Thanks for info,
We are looking for another, I have a 1990, also had a 1992, great cars if you know the bugs and how to fix them.
I love the car, just wish I knew if the oil consumption was a big problem. (yes thats bad but is it something I can just add oil for the next 50 K miles or is it something that will die yesterday)
130 K miles on Odometer if they didn't do something before I bought it (crooked). Timing belt and all that replaced when I did the head.
Thanks
My car is 93 and over 145,000 miles now. what price can I get for my Accord EX? What's a price that I should look into spending to get my car in tip top shape again if I decide to not sell it?
Thanks
Jim
KBB shows I can get $2100 for my car and that is in fair condition, poor was not an option.
This link may help you. The main relay will usually have more problems when it's hot inside the car. If you could park in the shade it may help until you can get another relay in there (if that's your problem). Good luck
http://techauto.awardspace.com/
PS: The relay should be under the dash bolted to the side near the driver side door.
I replaced my fuel pump 2 yrs ago due to poor fuel supply. I feel it's the fuel pump, fuel injection system or spark plugs that needs to be checked out now. I smell strong fuel when getting out of car when I park. My car jerks as I drive as if the fuel is not flowing evenly. What's the best way to get a true engine reading? Or a fuel system diagnostic test?
Jim
Starting there, you go CLOCKWISE 1-3-4-2.
Your engine's cylinders, starting from the FRONT of the car, are 4-3-2-1.
So you plug #1 wire from cap to # 1 cylinder, #3 wire to #3 cylinder, and so on.
todays oils are so superior to pre 1999 at preventing sludge build-up?
http://techauto.awardspace.com/transmission.html
http://techauto.awardspace.com/transmission.html
PS: You might want to save this link, for future reference.
Thanks for the answer. But I cannot agree that what you suggested is what actually happened as I use only my right foot on either pedal. Your suggestion is frequently given, but first look at this site for some disagreement and discussion on this matter.
http://home.comcast.net/~nessim1/SuddenAccelerationNotMyth.htm
Then "google" the phrase "sudden acceleration". It's apparently a wide spread problem that the manufacturers have strongly fought to deny. There is a wide consensus that there is much more to it than driver error.
But I cannot agree that what you suggested is what actually happened as I use only my right foot on either pedal.
You definitely can push both pedals, at the same time, with only your right foot. That's what I had done (I never use my left foot to drive). I was pushing down on the brake pedal, but the side of my right foot was still pushing on the accelerator. It was very scary, because I wanted to stop, and pushed harder on the brake pedal, which also pushed the accelerator down even farther. I am not saying this is what happened to you, just saying it can happen, using only your right foot, as I do.
Just a few problems..
When i turn the car off it wont restart and i have to wait a good 5 minutes till it will turn over again. I changed out the fuel filter and the problem still exists. Possibly Vapor lock?
Tranny shifts hard! Another forum tells me it can be corrected by adding a bottle of Lubeguard conditioner to the automatic transmission fluid.
I dont wanna blow a bunch of money. Can you help me troubleshoot!?
Back when I had my 88 Accord, I had a chat with a local Import service garage. The guy who ran the shop was a former Honda master mechanic who decided to go out on his own. He is very knowledgeable on the Honda transmissions (at least the older ones) and he said whatever I do, DON"T add anything besides transmission fluid to the car. He claimed conditioners added to Accords soften the adhesives used in the friction clutches. Once the adhesive starts to let go, the tranny will need a rebuild.
A good mutual friend of the mechanic and I has known him for years and has nothing but high regards for him. The friend commented that he even gets Hondas from the local dealer when they can't figure out whats wrong with the car, so based on that, I'm going to trust his advice.
Replacing the fluid with genuine Honda fluid should help smooth out the shifting. Don't flush it, just change it (a couple of times if necessary) should do the trick.
Mrbill
Have you checked the condition of the transmission fluid? A simple drain and fill (3 quarts of Honda fluid) may help. All Accords of that generation shift a little hard, but if the fluid is old and dirty, some fresh fluid can help.
nancy
I had a good friend (street mechanic) replace my fuel pump 2 years ago on my 93 Honda Accord Ex. It's been running ok so far but recently I've noticed while my car is nearly on empty, my fuel gauge pointer rises up. what can cause this?
Could the code 43 I've found on my car cause this? Code 43 points to fuel supply system
thanks
Jim
I found code 43 due to engine light lights up after driving for a while.
Blake
http://techauto.awardspace.com/ignitionswitch.html
My older brother has 18" rims he wants to sell me but I want to make sure they'll fit my 93' Accord. Will 18" rims with 4 lugs fit my car?
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cybercool
I bought a used TCM box from Ebay® and installed it in my 93 AccordEX.
It resolved the blinking D4 light for just a few weeks and the problem came back. Should I buy a new TCM box? I read that the blinking D4 can be related to a fuel issue like the Oxygen sensor. My car just wont get off 2nd gear drives like a snail. How can I get back my true horse power from my Honda?
Please help as I don't have much $$$ to put into my Accord.
Thanks
Jim
I would try to get the code from the transmission, so it can at least point you in the right direction. If I had to guess, I'd say either your shift solenoids are malfunctioning, or you have another bad computer. Here's the link again, to help you diagnose it. Good luck
http://techauto.awardspace.com/transmission.html