Am I going to have problems bringing a 2004 accord out of storage?
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Am I going to have problems bringing a 2004 accord out of storage?
Am I going to have any problems? I have a 2004 Accord which I put in storage for 6 months while Im out of the country. I disconnected the battery, did all the usual storage procedures, but I cant remember if the accords radio has a security key which I’ll need to input. It’s a Ex 4 cylinder model, the basic 6 speaker, single CD stereo. Also, with the door remote locks still work or will they have to be reprogrammed? Thanks
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Re: Am I going to have problems bringing a 2004 accord out of storage? (steve_L_baron)
You should be fine. You will probably have to put in the radio code. The remote should still work though.
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Re: Am I going to have problems bringing a 2004 accord out of storage? (sj993)
well besides the radio code, what else would i have to do, gonna store the 2000 accord at my mom's in the garage for the first semester *or less of college
as far as tires, suspension, the engine and stuff?
as far as tires, suspension, the engine and stuff?
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Re: Am I going to have problems bringing a 2004 accord out of storage? (361 accord)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 361 accord »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">well besides the radio code, what else would i have to do, gonna store the 2000 accord at my mom's in the garage for the first semester *or less of college
as far as tires, suspension, the engine and stuff?</TD></TR></TABLE>Suggestions to think about, some more important as the storage goes for longer time...
Change oil before storing, in case it turns into longer storage...
Fill the gas all the way to minimize condensation & corrosion inside tank. Gas stabilizer in case it goes longer than 1 semester.
Pump up tires way high to prevent flat-spotting. Maybe 40or 45 psi.
Remove battery?
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Now when you take it OUT of storage...
Charge battery & install.
Search for rodents nests in airfilter, ventilation, trunk, tailpipe, etc...
Pull fuses or unplug distributor to disable fuel & spark.
Remove spark plugs.
Crank starter to circulate oil.
Put it all back & start it.
Brakes will be rusty. They'll polish themselves as you use them. Don't get stupid in traffic until you KNOW they work.
as far as tires, suspension, the engine and stuff?</TD></TR></TABLE>Suggestions to think about, some more important as the storage goes for longer time...
Change oil before storing, in case it turns into longer storage...
Fill the gas all the way to minimize condensation & corrosion inside tank. Gas stabilizer in case it goes longer than 1 semester.
Pump up tires way high to prevent flat-spotting. Maybe 40or 45 psi.
Remove battery?
----
Now when you take it OUT of storage...
Charge battery & install.
Search for rodents nests in airfilter, ventilation, trunk, tailpipe, etc...
Pull fuses or unplug distributor to disable fuel & spark.
Remove spark plugs.
Crank starter to circulate oil.
Put it all back & start it.
Brakes will be rusty. They'll polish themselves as you use them. Don't get stupid in traffic until you KNOW they work.
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Re: Am I going to have problems bringing a 2004 accord out of storage? (JimBlake)
well my mom is gonna be 55 at that time i dont think she'll be checking the tires to keep them pumped up
also man, im gonna get brand tires on it before class starts lol soo
i have to propose jackstands??? pros/cons
also man, im gonna get brand tires on it before class starts lol soo
i have to propose jackstands??? pros/cons
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Re: Am I going to have problems bringing a 2004 accord out of storage? (361 accord)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 361 accord »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">well my mom is gonna be 55 at that time i dont think she'll be checking the tires to keep them pumped up</TD></TR></TABLE>I meant for YOU to pump them up before you leave... 
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 361 accord »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">also man, im gonna get brand tires on it before class starts lol soo</TD></TR></TABLE>Then it won't matter. Jackstands will leave the suspension extended all the way.
But it's probably safe to do nothing & just park it.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 361 accord »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">also man, im gonna get brand tires on it before class starts lol soo</TD></TR></TABLE>Then it won't matter. Jackstands will leave the suspension extended all the way.
But it's probably safe to do nothing & just park it.
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Try and let your oil change fall just right before it goes into storage.
LEAVE THE SUSPENSION ON ITS OWN WEIGHT
I've read over and over about the subject, don't use jack stands.
As far as tire pressure goes, thats arguable, I've heard stories from both sides of the river.
Personally I would do 40-50psi, just don't forget to deflate it before use.
Don't buy brand new tires then put it right into storage, if anything leave the money for new tires in the car if your worried about spending it.
If you store it outside make sure its on dry pavement or if you have to park it in the yard, over plywood. In a garage? even better.
Wash/Wax before storage. Crack the window a 1/4''. Mothballs inside isn't a bad idea.
LEAVE THE SUSPENSION ON ITS OWN WEIGHT
I've read over and over about the subject, don't use jack stands.
As far as tire pressure goes, thats arguable, I've heard stories from both sides of the river.
Personally I would do 40-50psi, just don't forget to deflate it before use.
Don't buy brand new tires then put it right into storage, if anything leave the money for new tires in the car if your worried about spending it.
If you store it outside make sure its on dry pavement or if you have to park it in the yard, over plywood. In a garage? even better.
Wash/Wax before storage. Crack the window a 1/4''. Mothballs inside isn't a bad idea.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Patman »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Try and let your oil change fall just right before it goes into storage.
LEAVE THE SUSPENSION ON ITS OWN WEIGHT
I've read over and over about the subject, don't use jack stands.
As far as tire pressure goes, thats arguable, I've heard stories from both sides of the river.
Personally I would do 40-50psi, just don't forget to deflate it before use.
Don't buy brand new tires then put it right into storage, if anything leave the money for new tires in the car if your worried about spending it.
If you store it outside make sure its on dry pavement or if you have to park it in the yard, over plywood. In a garage? even better.
Wash/Wax before storage. Crack the window a 1/4''. Mothballs inside isn't a bad idea.</TD></TR></TABLE>
how come its bad to leave the car on jackstands?
LEAVE THE SUSPENSION ON ITS OWN WEIGHT
I've read over and over about the subject, don't use jack stands.
As far as tire pressure goes, thats arguable, I've heard stories from both sides of the river.
Personally I would do 40-50psi, just don't forget to deflate it before use.
Don't buy brand new tires then put it right into storage, if anything leave the money for new tires in the car if your worried about spending it.
If you store it outside make sure its on dry pavement or if you have to park it in the yard, over plywood. In a garage? even better.
Wash/Wax before storage. Crack the window a 1/4''. Mothballs inside isn't a bad idea.</TD></TR></TABLE>
how come its bad to leave the car on jackstands?
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Re: (Eddiebx)
The suspension bushings are set at ride height. When you lift the car (and put on jackstands), the wheels move down, twisting the bushings. If you leave the bushings like this for an extended period of time, they will tear.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 02 accord »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">The suspension bushings are set at ride height. When you lift the car (and put on jackstands), the wheels move down, twisting the bushings. If you leave the bushings like this for an extended period of time, they will tear.</TD></TR></TABLE>
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