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Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
01-07-2011, 04:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 42,507
Posted By CD_Ridge

Re: Temerature gauge spiking when idle, levels out when in gear

I have an '04 Civic that had similar symptoms, the coolant level was a low in the system. I added some (Honda Type II) coolant into the radiator and to my empty coolant reservoir, ran it for a day,...
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
09-21-2010, 05:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,922
Posted By CD_Ridge

Re: Complete loss of power

Your timing belt is running on borrowed time, have it changed before it breaks and possibly damages your engine.
Forum: Acura TL, RL & ZDX
08-21-2010, 05:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 23,748
Posted By CD_Ridge

Re: p1399 code

We had this code plus other misfire codes for specific cylinders. The problem was that the ignition coil pack for the #6 cylinder had failed. After the coil pack was replaced, runs as good as new....
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
08-06-2010, 09:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,685
Posted By CD_Ridge

Re: Car died after getting gas & puddle last night

Might be a broken timing belt. When mine broke, it had similar symptoms. Fortunately no valve damage. How many miles since last timing belt change?
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
08-01-2010, 10:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,651
Posted By CD_Ridge

Re: Cant fix overheating problem

I had an Accord show similar symptoms after replacing some of the same components the OP listed. It turned out the the replacement radiator cap (non OEM) was not doing its job effectively. Put a...
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
12-11-2009, 09:17 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 492
Posted By CD_Ridge

Re: 2001 Civic DX 97,000 mi automatic

Appears to me that the ignition switch is going bad. Had this happen to my '90 Accord (sold) and wife's '99 TL with similar symptoms. Not all the hard to replace yourself. If you take to the...
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
11-20-2009, 05:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 21,826
Posted By CD_Ridge

Re: oil change w/o lifting

I am considering a Fumoto oil drain valve in place of the drain plug. Got one on my truck, saves me time and trips to the dealer for crush washers.
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
08-20-2009, 04:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,826
Posted By CD_Ridge

Re: honda civic04 overheating problem

It would not hurt for the OP to replace the radiator cap.
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
05-10-2008, 04:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,549
Posted By CD_Ridge

I found a document on this site titled...

I found a document on this site titled "Overheating Troubleshoot for Honda's Cooling System". That document provides in depth information on the cooling system.
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
04-22-2008, 04:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 48,448
Posted By CD_Ridge

19 years of operation and 252,000+ miles on my...

19 years of operation and 252,000+ miles on my Accord says 5W-30 is the right oil.
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
04-06-2008, 06:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 18,824
Posted By CD_Ridge

I had a similar problem with my old 90 Accord. ...

I had a similar problem with my old 90 Accord. On mine, the alternator failed, then gauges went crazy after driving on battery power only, when the battery did not have enough power for the...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
03-26-2008, 05:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 34,920
Posted By CD_Ridge

Re: Coolant Leak from Water Pump? (wedtm)

You are doing the right thing by replacing the timing belt and water pump. Just curious, was you radiator cooling fan running, trying to cool down the coolant/engine? I wonder if you might have...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
03-25-2008, 05:13 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,399
Posted By CD_Ridge

I know you do not want to keep throwing parts at...

I know you do not want to keep throwing parts at it. If all the parts replaced to date are good, then I would look at the ignition control module, distributor cap/rotor and clean off any corrosion...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
03-24-2008, 05:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,399
Posted By CD_Ridge

I had a similar problem on my '90 Accord. The...

I had a similar problem on my '90 Accord. The coil checked good, but it was missing the spring that electrically connects the high voltage of the coil to the distributer cap. The spring on mine...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
03-14-2008, 09:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 949
Posted By CD_Ridge

Re: Help Transmission and Coolant Fluid (ree21)

If I remember correctly, the transmission fluid of automatic transmissions is circulated to a separate set of coils housed in the body of the radiator. It appears to me that the ATF coil has a leak...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
03-07-2008, 07:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,668
Posted By CD_Ridge

I had a similar problem with my '90 LX a few...

I had a similar problem with my '90 LX a few years back. The coil checked good. I replaced the ignition control module, distributor cap and rotor, still no spark on the plugs. I went ahead and got...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
03-07-2008, 07:45 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,468
Posted By CD_Ridge

Have you checked for a parasitic drag on your...

Have you checked for a parasitic drag on your car? Inspect the brakes, wheel bearings, etc.
CD
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
02-25-2008, 09:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,549
Posted By CD_Ridge

The radiator ran timer module is part number...

The radiator ran timer module is part number 37740-PT3-A01

Check this link for a pic:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...83215...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
02-22-2008, 07:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 536
Posted By CD_Ridge

On older models, you can change the temperature...

On older models, you can change the temperature sensor without draining the coolant. There should be an air bleed vent where the upper hose enters the engine block. Bleed the air and replenish...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
02-22-2008, 06:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,549
Posted By CD_Ridge

It could also me the Radiator Cooling fan Timer...

It could also me the Radiator Cooling fan Timer module. It is located under the dash on the driver's side and and about the size of a deck of cards, way up in the dash, very hard to see.

I had to...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
02-22-2008, 06:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 13,876
Posted By CD_Ridge

Thanks, I'll give it a try. CD

Thanks, I'll give it a try.
CD
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
02-19-2008, 12:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 13,876
Posted By CD_Ridge

I am having a similar problem with '90 Accord. ...

I am having a similar problem with '90 Accord. What exactly did you clean and tighten?
Thanks,
CD
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