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Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
12-19-2011, 03:18 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,065
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: Seafoam

I've used a shop vac in reverse to find exhaust leaks - tape it to the tailpipe when the engine is cold and listen/feel for leaks. Amazingly the hiss can be heard from about a foot away when the shop...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
12-10-2011, 05:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,109
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: Car suddenly charging at 15 volts!?

15.1 volts is the maximum acceptable voltage at 2000 rpm, at least in the 1993 Accord according to the troubleshooting flow chart in the Helm manual. I don't think that has changed.

With the...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
12-01-2011, 03:49 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,065
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: Seafoam

Hey, maybe I should address the meat of the thread - the ticking. From your preliminary stethoscope tests I am concerned the sound is coming from the bottom end - rod knock, probably. A genuine...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
12-01-2011, 03:34 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,065
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: Seafoam

Just sayin'... I am not a fan of Seafoam. Synthetic oil is not improved by Seafoam and top tier gasoline is not, either. My son used to clean his Integra throttle body with it and it worked pretty...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
11-15-2011, 10:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,718
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: main fuel relay

Be careful with the conclusion that the fuel pump isn't running - it only runs for 2 seconds at a time if the engine doesn't start. For example, when you turn the switch to the "run" position the...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
11-07-2011, 04:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 30,332
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: rough start in the morrning!

The classic cause is the main relay. It will help to know whether starting fluid makes it go right away, or whether it burns off starting fluid and still doesn't run, or ignores the starting fluid...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
11-07-2011, 04:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 53,554
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: '99 Honda Accord LX - Check Engine Light? Code PO135 ? PLEASE HELP!!!

Heated O2 sensor codes are rarely the result of a bad sensor heater - they are usually due to the control circuit being bad. Testing for proper heater voltage is important before springing for a...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
11-06-2011, 05:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,834
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: Valvetrain Noise

Piston slap fades away gradually as the engine warms up, which sets it apart from most other clatters. Exhaust manifold leaks (caused by broken studs) do that too but can't be heard on the engine...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
11-06-2011, 11:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,158
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: 90 Accord LX not starting please help

The two disconnected lines are for the stock intake and are not causing the engine not to start. It would be really good to get that forward one (the crankcase breather) into the intake, though -...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
11-06-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 18,337
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: 1992 Honda Accord Fuel Filter

As TejasNW says, the fuel filter is not really a suspect. Idle hunting is a favorite hobby of Hondas, with low coolant or a bubble in the coolant being one of the most common causes. Either way, the...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
11-05-2011, 11:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,656
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: Replace rotors and brake pads 2002 Accord 4cylinder

Our 1993 did okay with NAPA rotors and their mid-grade pads.
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
10-29-2011, 08:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,737
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: put old transmission fluid in?

That is the most sensible explanation of the phenomenon I have ever heard. Some transmission professionals are adamant that flushing an old neglected transmission will plug things up with debris but...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
10-29-2011, 08:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,148
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: One dead injector - why?

All the injectors are driven off the same ECU output but they have separate series resistors. Unfortunately I am unable to find any information where the resistor pack is located or even what it...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
10-29-2011, 07:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,288
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: 91 accord no start/dizzy question

If your warning lights are coming on in the "run" position before trying to start the engine the ignition switch is okay. That rotor does just pull (pry) off but it can be very stubborn. If the...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
10-27-2011, 04:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,737
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: put old transmission fluid in?

My daughter's 1993 Accord got its first ever transmission fluid change shortly after I bought it at 163K miles. After the first fluid change it was slightly harsher, after the second it was about...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
10-26-2011, 08:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 52,290
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: Headlight connector stuck

Those things are devils. I have used silicone spray on them before prying (I have never removed one without prying) and that seems to help. I also wiggle them as much as I can before prying. Don't...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
10-26-2011, 07:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,737
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: put old transmission fluid in?

That is a weird notion I have been seeing around for a month or so. For ages Honda enthusiasts have been draining and filling with ATF-Z1 every 30K miles with no problems at all. Of course, only part...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
10-26-2011, 07:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,472
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: main and rod clearances

Yes - for both. I only replaced the lower halves of the main bearings because I was not going to drop the crank if I didn't have to, and the forces were mostly downward anyway, so I don't know much...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
10-26-2011, 06:46 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 586
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: Any tips

That's basically the process. Bleeding the power steering can make you crazy, though. If it starts to foam it is very hard to settle it down - it just keeps recirculating foam. I suggest leaving the...
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
10-26-2011, 06:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,224
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: What can I do to make my windows roll up faster?

I use silicone spray on the rubber channels every winter, but TheMuffinMan's product is probably better. It might even last more than a few months!
Forum: Honda Accord (1990 - 2002)
10-26-2011, 06:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,472
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: main and rod clearances

.001-.002 - measure it with green Plastigage. I wouldn't know about that but a year ago my daughter's husband ran her 1993 Accord out of oil on the freeway and I had to replace the bearings to get...
Forum: Tech / Misc
10-26-2011, 06:20 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,642
Posted By Flagmichael

Re: 95' Civic Hatch B16A Idles very High

Hello from the new guy!

It may be the same thing I had on my daughter's 1993 Accord - the intake manifold gasket was leaking. The idle was variable, up to 3000 rpm. I diagnosed it by removing the...
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