I got tired of hearing the noises coming from my supercharger (bad coupler and or bearings)so I removed the belt that runs the charger. I'm concerned of whether or not to drive it this way. It seems to run ok (no more loud rattling noises) but now it idles up a bit and appears/smells a bit rich. Also here's a short list of codes it now throws. Code: 7, 14, 16 and 17. I also have a nice belt noise from the power steering? It was dark out and I ran outta time. So... will removing the belt to the charger cause the squelling noise from p/s belt? Will the S/C disconnected setup I'm currently running damage the car and throw mad codes? Thanks in advance. Please don't flame me for my lack of Honda engine knowledge. I'm not a mechanic... but I'm trying to learn.


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I'm waiting for the master of SC to return (Mythias).




Modified by dsav4shawn at 8:57 PM 3/13/2006

 

Did you try calling your tuner / mechanic?

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by nholmes &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Did you try calling your tuner / mechanic?</TD></TR></TABLE>

I don't have a tuner/mechanic.


I've just been servicing and fixing (H-T advice) the car myself since I bought it about 8 months ago.

 

To begin with, ECU Codes:

7: TPS - throttle position sensor
14: IAC (EACV) - idle air control valve
16: Fuel injectors
17: VSS - speed sensor

Next, you should not be driving the car without the s/c belt attached. Since the positive displacement rotors are not spinning, they are acting as a huge blockage for the air going from the throttle body into the intake manifold. You car is tuned with a hondata, correct? DON'T DRIVE IT WITHOUT THE S/C BELT ON. If you ever make a change to a setup, you need to be retuned, but driving with the belt off and creating a blockage before the intake manifold is absurd.

As for the screeching noise, are you sure the p/s belt is tensioned properly? Or is the noise you are hearing the noise from air passing through the non-moving rotors of the s/c? What condition are the accessory belts in?

I am still pretty sure the ticking noise is because the coupler has deformed over time, but I really need to check it out in person. I honestly hope its not the rear rotor bearings.

Sorry I have been MIA, but there has been alot going on right now, and I do not have a drivable car at the moment in order to get down there (should have a usable vehicle shortly). Call me tomorrow to set up definite plans.

Hope things are well with you.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mythias &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">7: TPS - throttle position sensor
14: IAC (EACV) - idle air control valve
16: Fuel injectors
17: VSS - speed sensor</TD></TR></TABLE>
I've never actually checked a code before (don't remember having one thrown)... could any these codes be old?
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mythias &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Next, you should not be driving the car without the s/c belt attached.</TD></TR></TABLE>
It's parked... Maybe I'll wash and wax it now that it's staying put for a bit.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mythias &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">DON'T DRIVE IT WITHOUT THE S/C BELT ON.</TD></TR></TABLE>I just wanted to see if the pyscho marble noise went away if the sc wasn't spinning. Car ran for less than a minute with sc not spinning. Never rev past 3K.<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mythias &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">As for the screeching noise, are you sure the p/s belt is tensioned properly? Or is the noise you are hearing the noise from air passing through the non-moving rotors of the s/c?</TD></TR></TABLE> It sounds like belt slip... mostly from the front most belt. I've never had a belt slip sound from this car before. Perhaps when I cut the sc belt it loosened tension further down the line?
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mythias &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">What condition are the accessory belts in? </TD></TR></TABLE>Worse than a used tampon. After a weekend of inspection/working on my car I realized that there was room for a routine maintenence and inspections.<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mythias &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I am still pretty sure the ticking noise is because the coupler has deformed over time, but I really need to check it out in person. I honestly hope its not the rear rotor bearings. </TD></TR></TABLE>I am 100% confident now that the trouble was in the supecharger (not a bent valve issue). Still unsure of whether there are still other issues. (code 7,14,16,17).<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mythias &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Sorry I have been MIA, but there has been alot going on right now</TD></TR></TABLE>Not a problem... I was just looking for answers on what a course of action would be. I figured if I could verify the trouble that would be smart.<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mythias &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Call me tomorrow to set up definite plans.</TD></TR></TABLE>Will do... and I look forward to meeting you.<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mythias &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Hope things are well with you.</TD></TR></TABLE>I'm fine... my daughter is doing better and the car I'm really not to worried about.

BTW... Brad = The man