where should i go to get it done, how much am i looking to spend for a normal tune up? What does it consist of? can i do it my self?

 

anyone?

 

come on i know someone knows

 

My shop usually replaces the cap, rotor, plugs, & wires. Also, we do a valve adjustment, water pump and timing belt change. The dealership doesn't change the water pump and timing belt at the same time, but it's a good idea too. I need to check on how much they charge though. And yes, you could do it by yourself, but it's just easier with the right tools.

 

whether or not you can do it yourself depends on your experience and if your mechanically inclined and have the proper tools.. so I'm sure you can answer that question yourself...

at 90K.. other than the timing belt and water pump.. the rest of the stuff is everything you would do on the 30K intervals... the following list is off the top of my head.. so if I leave anything out.. please feel free to add.. I usually do these (in no particular order)

in addition to your T-belt and water pump

change oil and oil filter
valve adjustment, valve cover and spark plug gaskets
flush/change coolant
change air filter (or clean if you have a K&N or something)
change brake fluid/bleed brakes
change clutch fluid
change tranny fluid
change power steering fluid
cap and rotor
spark plugs
check spark plug wires
fuel filter
rotate tires/check air pressures
check brake pads
and look around for torn CV boots, cracked belts, etc...

this is off the top of my head/from memory.. so if i left anything out.. others please add..

 

where could i take it to have it done?

 

Come to ct, ill do it, lol.

 

If i were you i would just take it to Honda/Acura, The tune ups have some pretty major work that a smaller shop would probably either not do or not do correctly.

I'm not sure what the cost is, you could just call your local honda/acura dealer and ask them, but this is what they do--
Major Service Schedule

30,000 60,000 90,000 135,000 mile service

Engine
Replace Engine oil & filter
Replace drain plug washer
Replace air cleaner element
Inspect distributor Ignition cap & rotor
Inspect alternator drive belt
Inspect & adjust drive belts
Inspect idle speed every 60,000 miles
Replace valve cover gasket
Inspect & adjust valve clearance
Replace spark plugs
Inspect positive crankshaft ventilation valve
Inspect radiator and coolant hoses & connections
Top off anti-freeze coolant
Inspect cooling fan operation

Transmission
Replace transmission oil and plug washer
Inspect transmissions linkage

Chassis
Rotate tires
Inspect suspension mounting bolts
Inspect steering box and tie rods
Inspect exhaust pipes and mufflers
Inspect 3 way catalytic converter heat shield
Inspect constant velocity boots
Check front & rear alignment


Brake System
Inspect brake lines, hoses, fluid
Replace brake fluids in master cylinder
Inspect rear brakes discs, calipers, pads
Inspect front brake pads, discs, calipers
Inspect & adjust parking brake as needed

Electrical
Service battery
Lubricate battery terminals
Inspect interior & exterior lighting

Miscellaneous
Lubricate door latches
Lubricate door hinges
Lubricate hood hinges & latch
Top off windshield washer fluid
Clean antenna mast (if applicable)
Top off power steering fluid
Reset maintenance indicator
Test drive at completion

 

Great info dudes.

 

so your not going to do it yourself? and/or you don't have any friends that know how to do it?

you could take itt o the dealer if you want.. my friends teg reached 90K and she took her car to the dealer... came out w/ a $1,000+ bill... timing belt was like $550 something, 30K interval (90K) maintenance was $300 something, they told her her front brakes needed to be done at $170 something...

you can ask your friends whats a good shop around they have used/had experiences w/ that specializes in japanese cars or specifically honda and acuras..

 

thanks for all the info you guys were very helpful

 

youre goin to need a fat tuneup. maybe you can do all the easy things and let the shop do all the harder things.

-cap and rotor
-spark plugs
-spark plug wires
-air filter
-fuel filter
-oil and filter

easy stuff.

as for valve adjustment, waterpump, belts, and stuff like that... unless you know what youre doin... i wouldnt attempt it.