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Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
05-18-2011, 06:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,842
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: Power steering noise?

Simple test first.
Start car. Noise? Turn A/C on(make sure A/C compressor is kicks in-look with your eye), then NO noise?
It is noise between A/C pulley and A/C clutch. The A/C compressor pulley...
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
05-18-2011, 06:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 19,894
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: 2005 Honda Civic SI D17A2, throwing some EGR codes

Hi. P0401 is insufficient lift of EGR valve.
I want you recheck EGR clean as followings.
remove EGR valve. Remove air filter cover and air filter. depress accelerator pedal (by your friend or pull...
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
05-18-2011, 05:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,164
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: factory alarm going off all the time

You said when you open passenger side door, then horn(alarm) blows off.
1st, call dealer and ask if this vehicle come with factory security system(call parts dept.)
I think it is.. If so, you need...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
05-15-2011, 04:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,164
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: 2007 Civic Clutch issues

There is 2 issues for clutch noise.
1.squeak noise whenever depressed clutch pedal.
Normally it is from clutch master cylinder.Ask friend to depress and try to listen noise(engine off).Cause the...
Forum: Honda Fit
05-14-2011, 07:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 18,669
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: Air Cleaner Element?

Air Cleaner Element'. is 2 air filter service.
One is engine air filter (under hood) and pollen air filter(some called cabin air filter).
Is is behind glove box. Read owner's manual. Very easy....
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
05-14-2011, 07:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,063
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: 2006 Civic cupped tires.....warrenty question

Hi. Cupped tires were very common problem for 2006 to early 2008 civic. HONDA said
"If customer uses Civic for heavier load, Civic need new updated rear control arm with stamped C with alignment"....
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
05-14-2011, 06:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 13,176
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: 2008 Honda Civic Compressor out

Hi. Check A/C thermo switch first. It seems you A/C compressor is not engaging even though A/C system command to engage.
There will be 3 pin wire at right beside Alternator. unplug and connect...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
05-14-2011, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,383
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: Where I should mount the VSA Motion Sensor

Hello.
I need more info. Is it steering angle sensor? I never heard VSA motion sensor.
Please tell me where you find? I may send HONDA manual over e-mail.
tonyincanada@yahoo.com
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-14-2011, 06:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,907
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: 92 civic having radiator problems

First, you need to bleed system. Air pocket can block coolant flow and it reduces boiling point.(FYI, every 1 psi increases 3 F-degree boiling point also it is very important to have good radiator...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
05-14-2011, 06:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,304
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: 06 Civic Turn Signal Problems

Hi
I believe it is gauge control unit problem. For my experience Honda tech, I have seen only 1 time the problem.
Unlike old model, Honda uses gauge control unit(dash cluster--whatever you called) ...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
05-14-2011, 06:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,071
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: A/C conversion kit for a 06 civic DX??

Hi.
If vehicle comes without A/C, you need following parts.(probably you know already)
-A/C compressor(with thermo switch and clutch assembly and field coil installed)
-New belt(serpentine belt)...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
05-14-2011, 06:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,386
Posted By Charlies Auto

Icon6 Re: Car won't start

From 2001 civic(other models earlier), Honda uses immobilizer system for theft.
If you see KEY symbol Flashing, immobilizer did not recognize your key code.
If other key still not work, you need to...
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
05-13-2011, 03:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,132
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: SRS Light, Can i ground it out??

FYI, if you have seat belt buckle that is hard to buckle, do not replaced buckle(it cost C$283+tax). Buy "Silicone spray" and spay it in buckle slot. It will be new.
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
05-13-2011, 03:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,231
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: Popping after new LCA bushings...

Sad story from Mechanic..
Few question for Vagabund07,so you may think what was wrong when you replace.
1.when you compliance bushing, there should be arrow mark on new bushing and it should be...
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
05-13-2011, 02:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,170
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: Replacing intake mani gasket.

Any reason to remove Intake gasket? It is not easy to remove with engine in vehicle.
The intake manifold gasket made by metal and I never seen any leak (worked at HONDA dealer more than 6 yrs and...
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
05-13-2011, 02:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,869
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: Bad Pulley?

It is absolutely worn/stretched ALT belt.It is kinda common. You need to inspect belt first.If you see cracks, need new one. If not, you can adjust yourself.
Here is some tips.
Tools you need....
Forum: Honda S2000
05-13-2011, 02:25 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 15,086
Posted By Charlies Auto

Re: Synthetic oil question

I'd like to tell the truth on regular oil and synthetic oil.
1.Regular oil.
It is from under ground(called Crude oil). When you see molecules by microscope, you will see perfectly round shape and...
Forum: Honda Civic (2006 - 2015)
05-13-2011, 02:06 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 141,618
Posted By Charlies Auto

Icon6 Re: DIY: Reset your Oil Life Meter (axtran)

It is not by mileage like old GM. ECM/PCM calculate mileage and engine temperature when you start/driving.However ECM/PCM can not calculate time).
Some people said, it's been 1.5years since oil...
Forum: Honda Civic (2001 - 2005)
05-13-2011, 01:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,086
Posted By Charlies Auto

Icon6 Re: Issues with reverse. 02 ex

It seems M/T as forward gears fine(means, 1,3,5 is ok.)It is problem at shifter end bushing problem. It is very common for 2001,2 and early 03 vehicles.
If you remove air chamber (big black plastic...
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