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07-18-2017, 10:27 AM
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Re: Rusted bolts fuel pump

Swapping the fuel tank out is what I was hoping to avoid. Still looking for any tips on removing these rusted fuel pump cover bolts.
07-14-2017, 05:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,532
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Rusted bolts fuel pump

I bought a '98 with 220k and looks like it's running on the original fuel pump. I'd like to replace the pump before I give the car to my son. I pulled the cover off and found the bolts so badly...
06-27-2017, 10:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,098
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Re: Timing belt - screwed up balance shaft

Thanks Mike - looks like we still have an engine.
06-24-2017, 11:36 AM
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Views: 2,098
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Timing belt - screwed up balance shaft

I had a senior moment during timing belt replacement on '98 2.3L and forgot to remove a hex key I used to lock the rear balance shaft. I had the new timing and balancer belts installed and was...
02-21-2017, 10:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 825
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Re: '99 transmission replacement

Is there something in the id I need to pay attention to besides the MAXA? Are you saying if I find any 6th generation MAXA I could swap it out? Thanks
02-19-2017, 10:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 825
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'99 transmission replacement

I've got a F23A1 '99 Japanese built Accord with 270k and the tranny is finally dying. Do I need to replace the tranny from a Japan Accord or can I use any 6th generation transmission? The guy at...
Forum: Tech / Misc
07-24-2016, 12:03 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 447,613
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re: ***Air Conditioning - A/C Guide, How it Works, and When it Doesn't***

Would like to get some clarification on how to add oil to a system when replacing just one component like the drier. Can oil be added directly to the drier? Most everything I've read says to add oil...
11-07-2015, 08:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,302
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Cold start steering - pump or rack?

'99 2.3L with 275k with original rack and pinion and just replaced the PS belt a month ago. When the car has been sitting or cold there is intermittent hesitation when I first turn the wheel. It...
09-02-2015, 07:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,747
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Aftermarket Harmonic balancer US built F23A1

My '99 F23A1 was built in Japan and harmonic balancer is vibrating bad when idling. I replaced it with a Dorman in 2012 but it's failing already. In 2012 I didn't catch the fine print about it...
07-27-2015, 08:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,855
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Re: Is my tranny near death?

Thanks for the info. After driving all day on highway and local it's hard to believe but the tranny seems to be running well.
07-27-2015, 12:24 PM
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Views: 1,855
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Is my tranny near death?

I've got a '99 4 cyl auto with 250k with orginal Japan built tranny. About month ago while in garage I noticed a loud clicking noise/slight clunk when shifting into reverse or drive. Few weeks ago...
06-23-2015, 04:31 PM
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Views: 35,693
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ABS Code 81-1

On this '99 with 250k the ABS light is working but is not on. A few weeks ago it threw a 11-1 code so I replaced the front right sensor. The old sensor tested fine along with the replacement. Now...
05-28-2015, 07:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,366
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Re: Yellow fluid in ECM

The car is running fine except there is a new hesitation which only lasts about 2 minutes after starting up cold or hot. I have yet to diagnose. There are no codes and I removed the throttle body...
05-27-2015, 09:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,366
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Yellow fluid in ECM

I pulled off the connectors to my ECM and found one with a coating of some type of fluid, yellow in color with an oily feel to it. There was a very small amount and the entire connector was not...
05-27-2015, 08:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,489
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Re: Throttle body screw function?

Thanks Mike for the info. I removed and cleaned the TB over the weekend and the engine seems more responsive. I'm still having hesitation and RPM dropping at low speeds from a stop. The engine...
05-24-2015, 07:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,489
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Throttle body screw function?

Can someone tell me the function of screw set #1 on throttle body for a '99 Accord, 2.3L and how and when it should be adjusted? Unless of course it's not to be adjusted.

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05-23-2015, 08:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 683
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Hesitation at startup '99 F23A1

'99 F23A1 with 240000 starts quickly with RPM steady. The past few weeks at startup the RPM drops for a second and returns to steady. On the road for the first 1-3 minutes the engine loses...
04-18-2015, 04:56 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,500
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Diagnose '99 Accord tranny w 250k

Yes there's 250k on my automatic '99 tranny Accord EX 2.3L. Past month I've noticed tranny may be slow to shift out of 3rd gear on rare occasion. Any idea other than old age what might be causing...
07-24-2014, 04:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,319
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Radiator transmission fittings

I replaced the original radiator on my '99 with 240k about 16 months ago with a Denso aftermarket. Few days ago found a very small amount of tranny fluid on the frame under the cooler lines, on the...
07-14-2014, 09:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,960
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Re: After alignment printout & pulling

I'll try swapping the tires but the toe was way out due to my replacing the rusting tubes on the rack and pinion and screwing up the alignment. I just got the car on the road and the car had been...
07-14-2014, 07:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,960
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After alignment printout & pulling

Replaced the rusted subframe, lower ball joints and tie rods on my '99 sedan. Tires are new Michelin and had the car aligned at dealership. The car is pulling to the right - not severe but after...
06-11-2014, 10:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,282
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Re: Subframe replacement

Thanks for the clarification. I know the tack is not mandatory, but unfortunately I'm just a weekend mechanic and don't own a tack welder. I found the 10.9 nuts in a locally owned parts shop. The...
06-11-2014, 04:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,282
Posted By tobytigger

Re: Subframe replacement

Maybe my post was confusing but finding these nuts at junkyard will not be possible. They are stamped into the frame. I think the guy torched the heads off below the frame - the front frame mates...
06-10-2014, 09:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,282
Posted By tobytigger

Subframe replacement

Replacing a rusted rear engine subframe on my '99. At a local junk yard I found a Florida 2000 Accord that had no rust -almost like new - and paid for them to remove the part. I finally got around...
05-23-2014, 04:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 549
Posted By tobytigger

Transmission housing

I'm replacing the left axle seal on a '99 with automatic and when I removed the axle, I discovered a large threaded hole in the transmission housing above the axle. Hopefully it serves no purpose on...
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