Honda Accord 2007

blufz1

Costs too much to trade. Just play w/ the tilt/telescope and,maybe,learn a new driving position if you have to. Hope this helps.

starryknight

It may not be too bad if I have to trade. I got a pretty good deal on the Accord. For instance, if I traded today and went by the trade-in value on KBB, I would get about what I paid for the car. We'll see.

blufz1

Hope it works out for you.

sonatabean

I bought a new 2007 Accord EX-L 2.4 4-cylinder just three months ago.

And I really just wanted to share that, just under 2,500 miles, the car is getting 37.8 MPG at highway speeds *WITH* the auto-climate-control on.

I love this car!

thegraduate

You must be staying under 75MPH or so I'm guessing. I have a 2006 Accord and get similar mileage to yours as long as I don't spend much time over 75-80.

lieut

The Honda is suppose to have intelligent grade control. The car is not suppose to speed up going down a hill. I will be taking my 07 accord v4 in to have mine checked.My car just gains speed going downhill. I remember driving a demo and felt it kick in. I was doing 45 at the top of the hill and jusy over 45 at the bottom.
I also noticed it is not listed as a feature on the 08.

thegraduate

The Honda is suppose to have intelligent grade control. The car is not suppose to speed up going down a hill.
I also noticed it is not listed as a feature on the 08.

Well, you may not notice it because you are looking for the wrong name for it. It is called "Grade Logic Control." It kicks in by downshifting after getting on the brakes while going downhill. Left to itself (coasting) it will stay in high gear.

lieut

yes i had the name wrong.here is honda's explanation of it. A search on their web pages says the 08 also has it. When I called the dealer the guy is service was not sure how it worked. I read this that it does it with no human intervention. Who knows mayb I'll get somebody else at the dealer when I call again :P
The Accord automatic transmission features Honda's Grade Logic Control system. This system differs from other computer-controlled shift programming because it can detect vehicle driving situations and then set appropriate shift points for the car. This feature avoids gear hunting on climbs and descents, and downshifts when appropriate for added engine braking.

yury

i think thegraduate is correct. before bying my 07 SE I spoke to a guy at the dealership about Grade Logic and the way he explained it that the transmission will select a certain shift map based on the shift pattern. but for that to happen it has to detect a shift pattern and make a decision. i supose it will not shoft unless you brake at least once. after that it can make a desicion.
so, i would say, if it rolls down the hil it's ok as long as it starts keeping the lower gear after you applied the brakes.

btw i think a better way to roll downhill is on D3. espcially with this nice and light shift lever that does not require you to press the button...

dolfan1

Just curious, has anyone dared to see what their '07 will do on the top end? I don't know why Honda put a 160mph speedometer on the thing = that's pretty ridiculous.
But I guessing the V6 should be able to attain 130, but does anyone know?

elroy5

Don't know if this car was tinkered with or not but it looks like he/she got up to 135. This was an 04 Accord but it should be close. Do a search on the subject. You can watch the video here.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYEmCzVgES4

dolfan1

I did try to search before posting but wasn't very successful. I'm guessing that car was probably stock. 04's had 240hp, right? Yea, don't think the extra 4 horses would push it to 140, though according to Wiki the engine was tweaked in 06 so who knows. 135 seems about right. I suppose Honda put the 160 speedo on it in case someone did want to tinker with it. Or maybe just because it looks impressive.

elroy5

That should be pretty close to what the top speed is on an 07 too. I have only been up to 110mph on one occasion (passing two 18 wheelers on the interstate), and I don't think I will ever need to go faster than that. So if 110 was the limit, I would be content with that. Unlike the person in that video, I will never do it, just so see how high it will go.

dolfan1

I probably wouldn't try to find out either. It isn't I'm afraid to go that fast (providing conditions concerning road / weather / tires are all good), it's the getting arrested part that bothers me!

elroy5

Yea, lol I think 135mph would get you more than just a speeding ticket.

blufz1

The only use for the 160 speedo is on motorcycles.

thegraduate

Car and Driver's February 2007 issue tested the 4-cylinder, automatic, SE version of the 2007 Accord Sedan. It had a top speed of 130 MPH (limited electronically because I believe that is the max speed its tires are rated for). That was the highest top speed of its competitors in the test.

dolfan1

Wow. The 4 can do 130?!!! I wouldn't have thought that. I might have guessed 120. That's impressive. I've often wondered about the "electronically limited" thing = is that just only on test cars or are all factory vehicles manufactured that way?

elroy5

The V6 engines are supposed to be electronically limited, and the 4 cylinder engines are drag limited. So it may depend on which way the wind is blowing, as to how fast the 4 cylinder can go. The 4 cylinder may get to 130mph, but it would take much longer to get there.

thegraduate

Car and Driver specifically says electronically limited to 130, although I suppose this could be erroneous. It would take a long time to get there vs. a V6. Personally, I doubt anyone buying a 4-cyl Accord (myself included) cares much about top speed and moreso about around-town power and economy. If they cared about high-speed power, (which the 4-cyl has 'enough' but not plentiful above 85MPH) we'd get the V6.

elroy5

Personally, I couldn't care less what the top speed of either engine is. I never plan to reach those speeds. Just stating what I've read. Don't know about the SE version of the Accord, but EX versions have V rated tires, which are rated up to 149mph. Tire limitations would not apply in those cars.

dolfan1

I was inquiring about top end capability simply because I was curious.
But according to Edmunds (as best I could tell), all 6 cyl models ride on the same tires, or am I missing something?

elroy5

Since my 03 V6 came with V speed rated tires, I would assume the 07 also has V speed (149mph) too. I have never actually looked at an 07 SE's tires to see if they were V or H rated.

dolfan1

Edmunds shows V6 models all riding on P215/50R17 93V tires, which is what I have on my SE, the Michelin MXM4. So yes, they are V rated.

Michelin advertises the tire to be a combination of Luxury / Performance / & Touring.
How you can manage to get all three in the same tire seems like a tall order. But I guess it works.

elroy5

What they forget to mention is the michelin's wet traction, which is not so good.

thegraduate

Thank heaven for ABS!

mookie14

Hey guys i have not posted in a while well compared to the pos chevy i had i did not need to but something is bothering me i got 07 accord exl and im burning gas like crazy i really do not drive fast at all. the tires are ok as far as air in them i do not know whats going on i got like 8300 miles on it any help thanks.i filled up yesterday and i am almost 3 or 4 lines away from f already shucks its a 6cylinder.Also before i start the engine the i hear a clicking noise or hell i Don"t know its a malfunction is this normal?? starter problem or what???

elroy5

The clicking/buzzing sound is normal. This will happen when the key is between on and start for more than a fraction of a second. If you turn the key quickly you will not hear this sound.

How many miles have you traveled to burn this fuel? Do you smell gas while driving, or after shutting the engine off?

dolfan1

If you think you have a mechanical problem don't hesitate = take it in to the dealer. It's under warranty so don't sweat it.

My 07 V6 has just over 2500 miles. City mpg really isn't all that great, around 20-21 but it does pretty decent on the highway. Remember, you chose a 6cyl, and all that extra power doesn't come free.

carzzz

What is the milage you are getting or how many miles on your vehicle?
If it is in the high teens (which is what i am getting), it is still acceptable due to cold weather and mostly stop-&-go traffic...

waltchan

Today is February, 2008, and I am shocked to see many of my local Honda dealers still selling new 2007 Accords. Sounds like to me that Honda overproduced them.

dolfan1

Suppose it depends what part of the country you're in. I was in the market for a SE V6. When I bought mine last Oct, there were only 2 left in a 250 mile radius of my north FL home. The dealers did have a few EX's, but last time I went by my dealer a few weeks ago all had been sold.

mookie14

Well guys you all were right its not a problem after all as far as the gas goes. Hell man i was tracking it but i am going to start this week gas is all to high and $$$ is short now economy huh?? go figure. Other than that um last thing if you are under bumper to bumper and say your brake pads start sqealing is they covered?? and rotors maintenance parts just need to know i think mine are doing it. But i think its because its cold in the morning what do you guys think engine limiter restrictions huh let me know guys thanks.

thegraduate

But i think its because its cold in the morning what do you guys think engine limiter restrictions huh let me know guys thanks.

"Pat, I'd like to buy a comma."

Just kidding, but in all honesty, I don't know what you're asking.

tomcronley

Does anyone know how to deactivate the remote door opener feature that starts the windows down if you hold the button down too long? It is a pain rather than a help.

thegraduate

Just don't hold down the unlock button. A simple press, similar to a keystroke on your computer, will do the job.

arnp99

Hello,
I live in the midwest and we have had more snow than usual this winter. I have a 2002 V6 EX-L and a 2007 I4 EX-L. The V6 is SO much better in the snow I don't even want to drive the I4. I have a sloping driveway that is about 150 feet and if there's 6" of snow it's questionable. I remember in '93 I bought a new Accord and quickly traded it for similar reasons only to have a neighbor tell me I should have switched the tires. Is a similar solution reasonable here or is the traction control that much better?
Thanks

mookie14

Hey guys i use shell and what i am wondering is this with honda"s is it best to put injector cleaner in the tank seeing that its low emission vehicle?? This engine limiter is a pain what makes it worst im in stop and go And i am burning gas. With that being said what"s the cause if you are burning more gas than regular besides tires pressure i got like 10000 miles i use synthetic so if it is ok to use injector cleaner which one?? thanks.07 by the way 6 cynlinders

thegraduate

The traction control will help only at low speeds when starting off (wheelspin, not skidding); it won't help you steer or maintain control of your car once underway.

trikev19

The door jam sticker says 30 rear and 32 front. I'm driving to Florida and want to up the pressure for fuel economy. Any tips?

tallman1

I usually add 2-3 lbs to each tire. Others here add more, some do less.

grampy1

Does anyone know why Honda says to change the timing belt at 60k
in the 07 Accords? I read that other years ,and models are recommended at 90-120k.
Seems like kind of expensive service every 60k miles to me.

Thoughts?

elroy5

Honda recommends changing the timing belt at 60k miles (V6 models), only under extreme conditions (over 120 degrees f, or under -20 degrees f). Do you regularly drive under these conditions? If not, the interval is 105k miles. I don't think anyone on this planet regularly lives under these conditions. :surprise:

grampy1

Good point on "severe" conditions.
I live in the Northeast where summer temps get to 90 degs. fairly regularly,and 20 deg. winters (5 mos,) are not uncommon.

mookie14

Got a 07 Ex-L Accord and to my Surprise Thanks to my spouse im almost out of Warranty like this week. And NO $$$ TO BUY A WARRANTY so being this is the first time i have not had a extended warranty and im going to try to get a 2010 Accord in march is when i have 6 mos left on this lease. But honestly this is the best auto i have ever had hands down am i sh..... out of luck and out of alot of paper seeing i will be naked with no warranty until i get a new accord thanks guys

sicilian09

So is it true that the 07 honda accord ex-l sedan doesn't have a amp for the stereo. I'm trying to hook up my subs to my factory stereo but i noticed that the stereo doesn't have rca outputs. I was wondering if i might need to use a converter to change my stereo outputs to the rca outputs to be able to finishing hooking up the speakers?