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Is there some way that an oil passageway got blocked between my two checks and held some oil up in the engine? Resulting in a low second reading.
Just hopefull guesses!
As soon as I drive far enough I will check the level again and post results.
Thanks again for any comments and suggestions.
Dudley
I was back at the dealer to fix a rattle in the glove box and while I had a mechanic out on a test drive I asked for more info about the brakes.
He reported that is wasn't unusual to replace the rear at 30k. He stated this was due to the fact that when you brake on this vehicle you're using both front and rear at the same time (so more wear on the rear). Also, the rear brakes are smaller than the front.
This brake configuration is apparently new to the 98' models.
While I'll accept it's new, all brakes used simultaneously, ..., I'm still left with questions.
Some have reported that if they were truely worn I would have heard some sqeaking when the brakes were applied. I heard none. I did notice that the brakes seemed a bit soft prior to the service but if you really stomped on the brakes they still worked just fine.
Unfortunately, my husband drives the car so I can't report if the 'soft brakes' was resolved with the service.
As far as how the sensors work. Once the sensors start hitting the rotor you will hear a squeal noise while backing up that will stop when you hit the brakes.Then once the pads are worn out and the metal backing plate that they are glued to starts coming through you will start to hear noises while braking.Then if you wait to long you will hear a grind that will sound like train brakes. By the way that's a bad thing
So try to have a look at them during the first stage if possible.
This is the second case by dealer has seen in the last month, so it must be happening elsewhere as well. Does Honda really negotiate these things on a case-by-case basis? If so, does anyone know what others have gotten? If not, any suggestions as to what would be fair? thanks
Now my question is did having the oil too high for about 50 miles hurt anything?
Thanks a bunch for the info. Like I said, I really like the car, just the buzz from the exhust is a bit obnoxiious, not too bad.
I traded in a Buick Riv, 97 with 34,000 miles for the car. I know this is a maintenance forum, not a comparison but I have to share with you all the differences between the cars. Yea, the Riv was whisper quiet and smooth, but the Accord is not too bad for the size of the vehicle. Surprisingly, the Accord handles most bad roads very well. I do miss the power of the supercharged six.
Perhaps the biggest difference between the two cars is the fit and finish. The Riv had only 34,000 but when I would go over speed bumps (slowly of course) or go up entrance ramps to a parking of from a street, where the front end and suspension has to tilt up of course as the car goes from a flat street to a slight uphill as it enters the parking lot, the front end would creak and groan. I had the car checked out for bad springs, struts, bushing, etc. but nothing was found to be at fault. The Honda does not do this. All I can ascertain is the build quality of the Accord is much better than the Riv.
Scimitar15
1) my driver and passenger side windows go down really slow. they sound like they would sound if they were battery powered, and the battery was about to die. however, my rear windows go up/down a lot quicker, and sound normal.
2) paint is peeling off the driver side mirror. i went to abra auto body, and they said it may be a paint problem. is this true?
3) i recently had timing belt/water pump replaced. this is the only maintenance outside of oil changes/radiator flush, that i have done on the car. what else should i try to do? (i only plan on having the car til june 2001)
an edmunds rep suggested that the person post in this discussion. he stated their was a honda tech that posted in here. if possible, i would like that tech's feedback on my post. bnormann, if you
have any info, that would be appreciated as well
70,000 miles) Bent Fenders, Hood, Radiator,
Radiator Support, Headlights, and some unibody (bracket for fender, lights, and radiator support) Do I bang the car back together with mult-colored
salvage parts and drive for the next 5 years or
sell as is to a junk yard, and replace?
Any idea what a wrecked 89 accord with this damage
is worth to salvage yard with everything perfect
except the above mentioned parts.
I have heard some people complain of paint problems but have not seen any at our dealer that was Honda's fault.If it is just the mirror have someone spray it or replace it depending on the cost of each option.
As long as you have also changed the oil and trans fluid and had the brakes checked there is nothing else that you need to do at this point.With the exception of the balancer seal recall which may have had an aftermarket version installed on it already since you just had the t-belt done.But have it checked.Good luck ..
Thanks
- Anthony
I wonder when is the time for the first oil change? Some recommend within first 1000 miles, some 1000-3000 miles and some upto 5000 miles. I know that Honda put some special oil in it to help the engine break in better but what should be the right time.
Also, does everyone rear window defroster defrost all the way to the top? Mine doesn't do it, the top section doesn't get defrost eventhough I see wires. Maybe those are for AM/FM antenna and not for the deforster? Any idea?
Please advice, thanks, enjoy your Honda
Thanks!
Here's the TSB:
Service Bulletin Number: 000101
Bulletin Sequence Number: 103
Date of Bulletin: 0001
NHTSA Item Number: SB610343
Make: HONDA
Model: ACCORD
Year: 2000
Component: LIGHTING:GENERAL OR UNKNOWN COMPONENT:INSTRUMENT LIGHTS
Summary: INFORMATION ON AVOIDING DASHLIGHT FLICKER ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT
had a cold engine knock to about 30k so far. The
car performs well and the knock goes away when
warmed. It seems to be getting louder and I am not
sure if it is because it is getting colder or if
there is some sort of problem. Any bulletins out
about this problem?
Gino
Anyhow, Honda has stated that the only differance you will have by eliminating the resonator is that it will be louder.Honda doesn't use a mass air flow sensor(maf)that I have ever seen.I havent paid attention to the newer models but I don't remember seeing one.I will have to see if they have added one.If you want the sound then I would say that it doesn't hurt anything but will it help? I don't think you will have a measurable change. I have driven many modified Honda's in the past few years and very few will out due an equal driver in a stock Honda.Now turbo chargers, ECU chips, modified v-tec's and a touch of nitrous,,,now you have a change..lol..have fun
The SB numbers they give out don't match what I am use to seeing so I will check the honda computer and see if I can find it. Typicly a SB number is like 00-073 the 00 standing for the year code.So I will see if I can find it.
ginoid
Is it a knock or a tap? If it is a knock as stated then it most likely is the crank beerings and there is no SB for them.They tend to wear over time but unless it is really bad then you may not need to worry about it. Honda beerings(with a good maintained car)will usally only wear so far then settle in.They sometimes make noise cold or on light accel but don't get any worse and people drive many more miles with it. If they are really bad or getting worse then you may have to have them checked.If it is a tap then there is a bulletin out for it but the warranty period was still 3 years 36,000.It involves new rocker arm for the #2 cylynder.A valve adjustment can be a short term fix.
My opinion is that if you have a problem with your Honda, might as well try selling it cuz you aint getting any help from American Honda.. I've dealt with American Honda for 2 years now and I have two choices: get a lawyer now or sell the car... I'll be better off with another car i think..
A Honda dealer has quoted a price of $405 (incl. labor) for the service, and says it will include among other things an inspection of brakes, brake fluid, xmission fluid, distributor cap, drive axle, tire rotation, etc.
Is this a reasonable quote ?
I am rather new to this area and am yet to find a (reliable) mechanic here. So, what is the best thing to do ?
Bill
interfaces with the in-dash unit. The radio/cass is quiet. The changer (which is located in the trunk) seems to be
the only component affected. Any ideas of a fix? The unit is grounded to the head unit through the multi-conductor
cable. There aren't seperate audio inputs. I added a ground to the chasis in the trunk with no help. Any ideas
of where to go next? Filter on the power line? Where/ Best place to install? Any ideas appreciated.
Thankx
MO
into the factory head unit and a "din" type plug for the Mobile Pro changer. I ran the cable from the radio down the
right hand side of the dash and along the passenger side of the car under the carpet on the RH side and into the trunk.
What really drives me crazy that the noise comes and goes. I can try to reroute the cable but I might just as well
order a new one and install it, as it is a bit of a pain to get to the head unit and to run the wires keeping them
concealed. If I put a filter in the power lead is there a preferred location? At the stereo or at the fuse block. I would prrobably have
to get into the wiring harness of the stereo and figure out which is the switched 12v lead. Anyone know the Honda
color code? Thank again and Happy Holidays!
MO
Thanks in advance.
I have a 1999 Accord 4 cyl auto which I have owned for 1.5 years and 27k miles. It
has been running pretty good. 2 week ago I had an accident and ran the car into a
small tree at 15 mph. The front bumper, left front fender and left door are damaged. The body
shop fixed it but since then I have been hearing annoying humming noise from
the left side while driving at any speed. The dealer said it was front wheel bearing.
I took it to the body shop and they replace the bearing. However, that doesn't solve
the problem and now the body shop becomes defensive and saying it did not result
from the accident. Does anybody have any input about the noise? If the dealer and the
body shop all say that they can't find the problem, what can I do?
Gong
If what you're describing is a sort of "whirring" noise that seems to get louder wih speed , it could very well be a front wheel bearing. Here's a simple diagnostic . On an uncrowded road with smooth pavement at 30 + mph turn the steering wheel to the right -which will "load" the LEFT bearing.If the sound increases it is probably the left bearing. Turn to left to load right bearing, If noise diminishes, it confirms left bearing . If it increases, it is right bearing. Now the body shop may or may not have replaced the bearing, may or may not have done it correctly....Another possibility would be a bent axle or defective cv joint , but then you'd feel a vibration as well.
As for body shop getting defensive, if it is an insurance job they simply file a "supplement " for the hidden damage and get reimbursed...no loss to them. No way a < 30K Accord is going to go through a ft whl brg otherwise. Good luck!