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4.5 K to spend but need a car quick- please help with ideas
Hi there. I'm new here and haven't owned a car for 11 years so I'm *really* out of the loop. My small family (myself, husband, and toddler) need to buy a used car in about ten days. We only have about $4500 total (tax and fees, etc) to spend. We don't need much. Good gas millage, good reliability, and four doors is all we need. I thought we needed something like ... Read More
Honda Accord Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Good Buying Experience in the Dallas area
Just bought a new 08 Accord EX-L with manual transmission from Bankston Honda in Lewisville. After an initial horrible visit to McDavid in Frisco, I was skeptical about a visit to another dealership. The staff at Bankston could not have been more friendly. I arrived first thing in the morning and gave them an offer of $24,500 for the new vehicle and asked for $2,000 for my trade, a 1998 Mazda ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Brake Light [05ody]
I had the exact same problem. I discovered it because my 1998 Honda Accord wouldn't shift out of park and i was stuck in a parking for 45 min until i discovered the shift lock release button which is hidden underneath the plastic rectangular ring that goes around the shift console. It's directly left about 3 inches from the shifter, again, underneath the plastic rectangular ring. You just use your key ... Read More
Honda Accord Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Is this too mych for 08 Accord...
I just got an email quote for a 2008 Honda Accord EX-L 4-cyl. with navigation system. The color is teffata white. His quote was: Here is the pricing you requested on the 2008 Honda Accord EXL with Nav 4 cyl: 2008 Accord EXL Nav 4Cyl: 27945 which includes destination Doc fee: 599 Plate fee: 21 Taxes at 7%: 1998.08 Total DRIVE OUT: 30563.08 The documentation fee is absurd right? How about ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: the 6 [stickguy]
Reputation may be the problem, or maybe it is just that people don't value sportiness. I don't know. One of the reasons I blame reviewers is because the opinion of the more professional reviewers didn't match my own experiences. I had my heart set on a 2010 Mazda3 because I previously driven a 2008 Mazda3 and that was, to date, the most fun to drive car I had ever driven. Reviewers ... Read More
2010 Honda Accord
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Re: deals on 2010 Honda Accord [dpmeersman]
My first Honda was a 1988 Civic Si which I totally loved for 180K miles. Then had a 1985 Accord SEi for about a year before getting a new 1994 Accord EX Coupe. Then I went with a 1998 Accord EX V6 and ran until 128K miles when the trans went. Then had a 2007 Civic LX which was great but I told myself I wanted more so I traded for ... Read More
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Re: 2010 Honda Accord - Front End Noise [doodlebugg]
This sounds like the exact same problem I am having with my 2010 Honda Accord. But this Accord is the 5th one I have leased since 1998 and I have never had a major issue. I have notice that the front end popping/knocking does not happen all the time but only after breaking frequently, as when stuck in freeway backup. And the noise continues at low speed up to 15-20 mph, ... Read More
2009 Honda Accord
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Re: First Honda Accord Test Drive [dpmeersman]
Automatic. With the updated EPA figures, I believe my 132 hp. 1998 3A Neon got 20/31, and the 166 hp 2007 5A Accord managed 21/31. I'm pretty impressed because the Accord weighs 600 pounds more. I haven't driven enough yet to get an accurate measure of my Accord's fuel economy, but I'm expecting it to be good. Oh, and I know I posted this in the New Members thread, but the ... Read More
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Re: First Honda Accord Test Drive [jimbo65]
Whoops, I should have made my first post-purchase post here instead of the New Members forum, lol. Anyway, I did find the Accord I was looking for. It's a 2007 Honda Accord EX-I4 in the Carbon Bronze Pearl. It just got returned from its lease, so it only had 35,200 miles on it. There were a few scratches on the hood and bumper, but the dealership buffed them out pretty well, ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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1998 honda accord wiring
can any one help me with the electrical wiring. i put a steering column in a 1998 accord. now i need to by pass the security. im using car as race car and dont need security. if i can locate the relay i can bypass.
Honda Accord Owners: Meet the Members
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Honda Accord
Hey, everyone! My name's Chris, and I've been lurking around these forums since 2007 or so and had considered buying a car several times since then (something always stopped me from going through with it), with the Accord always on my list. Now I can finally say that I'm an Accord owner. :D I just bought a 2007 Honda Accord EX 4 cylinder model with the Carbon Bronze Pearl Exterior and ... Read More
Honda Accord Engine Questions
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Are the Valves of the US and Japan made F23A1 engine interchangeable?
The F 23A1 engine installed in the 1998-2002 Accord LX, EX and SE models was manufactured in both Japan and the US. The heads, valve guides and valve keepers were identical. However, the Honda parts lists recommends different (and much more expensive) intake and exhaust valves for the Japan made engine than the US made engine. 00514711-P0A-000VALVE, IN. (TMSS Japan made) $18.51: 00514711-P0H-A00VALVE, IN. (U.S. ENGINE VALVE) $10.45: 00614721-P0A-000VALVE, EX. (TMSS ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Electrical Problems [soldier1139]
The 1998 Accord had a recall on the ignition switch for what sounds like the very thing you are dealing with. Stalling intermittenly. Some have had the switch fail more than once. If you haven't had it done on the recall, that might be your problem. Any Honda dealer should have a record if it was replaced in the past. Worth a try to check it out. Good luck. George
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Electrical Problems
I have a 1998 Honda Accord EX. It has about 120,000 miles on it. I started having electrical problems with it about a year ago. The cars electrical compents will completely shut off in stop and go traffic. It is usually whent the A/C is on. The RPMs and the MPH will dip way down, but i'm guessing they have to do with the electric in the car. Any suggestions?
2010 Honda Accord
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Re: Honda Accord 4 cylinder engines [igozoomzoom]
Thanks very much! I just thought it was odd how Consumer Guide said in 2007 how great the four cylinder was and how they were a little disappointed in it in the 2010 review despite it being the same engine. Despite the nice upgrades the LX-P has, my budget is still fairly tight, so I'm not sure if I'll pay the extra $1,000 for that model. I'm coming out of a ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: My Honda 1999 Accord stalls @ start up sometimes [italianbuty]
I have a 1998 Accord. Last year I had similar starting problem. After I changed the ignition switch, the stalling problem went away.
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Re: My Honda 1999 Accord stalls @ start up sometimes [riffraff]
I have a 1998 honda accord V6 coupe withthe exact same problems as you. I have changed the catalitic converter cause it was broken, the distributer (used one), ignition coil, fuel pump, did a tune up, cahnged pcv valce, egr valve, cleaned egr ports but check engine light is still on. Car stalls while driving, sometimes starts back up right away, sometimes takes 5 trys but ti always starts up. It ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: 2010 Sonata [thegraduate]
I'm currently in the market for a 2-3 year old midsized family sedan for around $13,000 - $15,000 before the extended warranty and taxes. I had the 2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS, 2008 Honda Accord LX, and 2008 Ford Fusion SEL on my list, though I'm still flexible as to model and engine now. I got to test drive the Sonata and Fusion today- both with the V6 and in my price ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Hard starting
Hi mr shift. Have a problem with starting my honda accord 1998 model with about 128,00 miles. It cranks well but does not start the first time. When it cranks the second time, it starts normal. What could be the cause cos am a lil concerned about this? Any ideas would help. Thanks. Obi.
Honda Accord VCM
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Re: 2008 Honda Accord VCM Burns Oil [elliott2]
When I bought my honda new, I was told by a number of people that if you ever have any problems with it it will be a transmission. I had several put in mine. (I also had some seat belt recalls and things like that, but no big deal on that.) Honda lost a class action lawsuit that required them to fix transmissions from 1998-2002, but I was unaware the problem ... Read More
Honda Accord (1994-1997) Maintenance and Repair
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97 Honda Accord Tires show cracks...
Hello! I have a 1997 Honda Accord Lx 4-cylinder 4-door. Manufacturing it is during the final year so it is close to 1998. Recently I've seen significant cracks on four of my tires. Just yesterday, I saw some of the tire traction are chipping off. (Looks like dry skin that are wrinkly and can easily scrub off....) I have a concern over safety so I bought it to get some quotes ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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CEL P1457 1998 Honda Accord
I know that this has been discussed here before but I wanted to know if anyone has bought an evap canister & shut off valve for their Accord at any discount parts store and if so where. local shop replaced the evap bypass solenoid and 2 way valve to fix P1457 code for $370.00 including diag fee. CEL is still on and they want to install the new part for $283.00. ... Read More
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1998 Accord EX 4 cyl dying
My 1998 Honda Accord EX has taken to dying driving down the road and/or not starting until after a few tries. When starting the car, the engine turns over but immediately dies. The car "sees" the key and the indicator goes off, but, no dice. Turning off the ignition and starting the process again seems to get the car started. Not sure if it is related to steering wheel position. More ... Read More
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Re: 1998 Accord, dying while driving and not starting when hot [savannah1]
Savannah1 I have a 98 Accord 6cyl and had all the same problems. The stalling while driving was getting worse it was happening every day, morning commute as well as evening commute. The interesting part was I had the turn off the car and let it sit for a least a minute or it would not restart. This always made me believe that the problem was electrical like a bad chip ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: So what is the reason... [mz6greyghost]
I think people make trade-offs. The difference between best in class and worst in class is statistically significant but not actually significant. If a Toyota needs to go to the dealer once every 5 years, and the VW needs to go every 2 or 3 years, its worth it to me to have a more fun to drive car. Considering most Accord owners also can go 5 years without seeing a ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord [elroy5]
Thanks. Turned out to be related to that... the ignition pigtail inside the column. Starts and runs perfectly now-no stalling and starts every time. thanks.
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord [dan158]
Dan, You should also check your negative battery cable as a remote possiblility. Over time the cable or ground can become bad. A small screw attaches the cable to the vehicle. If the ground is loose a bump in the road or vibration can cause hesitation and failure. I would pull apart the ground and make sure everything is clean. Might even want to start with a new cable and screw. ... Read More
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord [dawad]
Thanks for the note. That sounds like a plausible solution and does not sound real expensive to try.
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord [elroy5]
My car had the same problem with the high speed hesitation. Even to the point that at 80mph the car would actually stall--very dangerous. After several trips to the dealer and many unnecessary repairs the issue was finally properly diagnosed. Turned out to be a "faulty fuel relay switch." It was replaced and car has been fine ever since at high speeds--with high speed hesitation at least. Now, I just have ... Read More
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord [rhuberty]
From what I remember on my old Accord you had to apply vacuum to the hose on the EGR valve, but don't remember what the result was supposed to be. I don't have that service manual anymore, so I can't look it up. Sorry Maybe if you did a search on it, you could find out more. Most EGR systems can be diagnosed the same way, so it might not have ... Read More
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord [elroy5]
Any idea how a do it yourselfer can check EGR? I can identify it and probably take it out.
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord [rhuberty]
Ooops, I was replying to dan about the ignition switch. Yours sounds like it could be the EGR system (valve or ports). Have you had that checked? Intermittent problems are the worst, so I feel your pain. The EGR problems are more common on the V6 engines, but that doesn't mean the I4 is immune. Good luck finding the problem.
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord [elroy5]
Ignition switch has been replaced 2 times. Most recently around 110K. That's when I believe I initially took it in to dealer as it was really cutting out at the time. New switch took care of 90% of the problem but this hesitation remained. I can jiggle it now like crazy and no cut out so I doubt that is the issue. I am perplexed and nobody appears to have many ... Read More
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord [dan158]
dan158 Your problem sounds like the ignition switch (electrical part). If you can cause the engine to stop, by slightly moving the key back and forth, the ignition switch is the culprit.
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1998 Honda Accord
My problem with my 98 Accord has been diagnosed by 2 different shops as a cat. converter and a CPM(?). It has about 90k+ miles. I'm trying to figure out which is more likely. Symptoms are engine light came on a few times, during which the engine ran rough. That hasn't happened 6 months or more. More recent, and more disturbing, is the engine dies for no reason, mostly at idle. ... Read More
Honda Accord Real World MPG
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Re: MPG overall to date [blufz1]
Yep. My dealership has free state inspections. I have an appointment scheduled for next Friday for the inspection and a $1.99 tire rotation special. I also told them that I want them to inspect the tires, shocks/struts, and the engine, while explaining the problems I'm experiencing with noise/vibration/mpg. Did I mention that when I start my 1998 Accord and 2008 Accord side by side in the driveway that the 2008 Accord ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Frustrated
I also have a 1998 Honda Accord and I am also having problems with the key light that goes on while driving and the the door locks make a noise like I'm unlocking the door and then the car shuts off.So as you can see this can be very dangerous. I am having the key not work at first sometimes and this doesnt happen everytime I take it out for a ... Read More
Honda Accord I4 vs V6
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I4 or V6
I like this thread! My 2007 Accord SE V6 lease is up, so I drove a few cars: First was the Accord LX I4 automatic sedan. While not slow, it certainly was not inspiring. Next was the Accord EX V6 automatic sedan. Lots of torque and you can feel the vehicle's heft. I like the leather seats, too. Then I saw the price and said no thank you. Too bad Honda ... Read More
Honda Accord Owners: Meet the Members
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1998 Honda Accord 4 Door Sedan
I just recently noticed that my brake light came on, then after a short time it went out. I pulled up on the emer brake handle lightly and the light came on, I released the handle and the light went out. I noticed then that on a fast accleration the light came on and then went back out after a few momenets. I also noticed that the light came on sometimes ... Read More
Article Comments - 2008 Honda Accord First Drive, Full Test and Long Term Test
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Re: 0-60, 1/4 miles [szer]
Well, talk about being defensive... I didn't say if I am in the family sedan market, those factors will cause me to write Accord V6 off, as it has its advantages over others. It is just plain fact that the current Accord V6 is a pretty old design, enlarged from that 3.0 V6 from... 1998? Timing chain... let's just say that there is a reason everyone is moving to it (including ... Read More
Honda Accord Real World MPG
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a couple of posts have been moved
Here's the link: sirus270, "Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair" #1554, 6 Nov 2008 9:02 pm.
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: dashboard lighting [sirus270]
There are several threads dedicated to "Accord Maintenance and Repairs". You might have better luck there. This one includes you year model, but one of the others may also help. "Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair" http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/WebX/.efdf921/0 FWIW, a while back I purchased a new boat and trailer. Picked them up at the dealer, and when I got home the Pilot's tail lights were no longer working. There may have also ... Read More
Honda Accord Coupe Transmission Problems
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Re: Accord Coupe 6 Speed Problem [columbia1]
So are you the happy owner of an Accord Coupe V6 6 speed manual? Are you more than a Driver Like the commercial says about this car? The car is great with styling inside and out A+ to those engineers that worked on those areas they just need to get the transmission group and tell them half time has ended and its time to get back on the field for the ... Read More
Honda Accord (2008+) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: One more thing . . . . [bug4]
Hello Bug 4, Thanks for responding to my question on the TSB's and how to look for them. My car is still in dealership and I was suppose to pick the car up yesterday but they advised that the part had not come in yet so the car would not be ready until Monday. I spoke with the head of the service department at Wilde Honda in Waukesha,WI and he is ... Read More
Honda Accord Coupe Transmission Problems
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Re: Gear Pop Transmission Problem 6 Speed Manual 2008 V6 Accord Coupe
I have had the same problem on my Accord Coupe V6EXL W/ NAVIGATION. I bought the car in November 2007 and noticed that it would pop out of 3rd gear occasionally and grind in 3rd gear so I told the dealer this and they advised that this should go away at 10,000 miles. I wish it were so but they ended up replacing the 3rd gear two weeks ago. I picked ... Read More
Honda Accord (2008+) Maintenance and Repair
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Paint Oxidizing Problem with 2000 Accord
Does anyone know of a class-action lawsuit against Honda for their cheap paint job on the 1998 - 2002 accord models? I've noticed with all dark colored accords for those years are oxidizing on the roofs and trunks -- mine as well. I have to keep my car for a couple of more years, and I really didn't want to repaint it, but it looks horrible.
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Honda 1998 EGR [savannah1]
I don't know if this applies to your car, but check this out. http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/tsb/accord/A99-085.pdf
Honda Accord (2008+) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2008 ACCORD V/6 NAV ...LEATHER ELECTRIAL PROBLEMS [buttdonkey]
Hi, How long did it take to get Honda to give you a new car when you were having problems? I have an Accord V6 manual transmission EXL with navigation and have now had the car in the shop for the second time and will have been without the car for a total of 6 days. When I got the car it never went into 3rd gear smoothly and the dealer ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Help! Accord sporadically not starting.
1998 Honda Accord EX V6 Coupe. In the last two weeks, on two > different occasions, I go to start my car and it begins to turn over > but never fully kicks off. The next day I am able to start it up with > no problems. I have taken it to Honda and a local mechanic and neither > can find a problem. I don't want to fix something ... Read More
Honda Accord Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 2008 Honda Accord Coupe EX-L [missmel]
so the price i was given today was 23818.00 plus tax title license etc.. for the EX-L 4cyl. just 300 above invoice. I assume if they were to do that this quick without much negotiation then they would go lower? offered me 1500 for my 1998 Jetta which is low but overall sounds like a pretty reasonable deal especially given the current Honda financing specials...
Honda Accord Coupe
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Re: 1998 accord coupe tranny problem [ricobill]
I had the V6 1998, bought it in March of the year it first came out (new body style). I loved that car but just traded it in this past March for the new V6 exl with navi. I had to decide between replacing the tranni on the 1998 with a rebuilt from Honda or buy the new car. I opted for trading it in because I've been hearing tons of ... Read More
Honda Accord Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Bought 2008 Accord, Sedan, Auto.,LX-P in Orange County, CA
">I have been reading a lot of posts on this thread for the past two months. Thanks for all the great advice on the Honda Accord. I live in Orange County, CA where there are many Honda dealers. I bought a new 2008 Accord, Sedan, Auto., LX-P from Hardin Honda on Memorial Day. It has 11 miles on the car. OTD price is $21,400. No finance and no trade in. Following ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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1998 Honda accord security alarm malfunction
My 1998 accord's alarm system is abnormally triggering anytime and want to deactivate it. Anybody who knows how to deactivate the alarm security system is appreciated. Lwin
Honda Accord (1994-1997) Maintenance and Repair
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Post moved
Here's the link: nmwindaddict, "Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair" #1403, 17 May 2008 8:46 pm.
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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maintence light
I've owned my 1998 4 cylinder Honda Accord for a bout 2 1/2 years, and since I got it, it has had this problem which no one can seem to solve. It started off by cutting off when driving my car after it had been sitting for a long period of time (like overnight). When I would push the accelerator the car would shake a little and just cut off (which ... Read More
Honda Accord Coupe
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1998 accord coupe tranny problem
I am trying to find out if honda has come up with a solution to the tcc solenoid problem or if it is in fact a bad tranny, my car is shifting horribly and the check engine light just came on. we checked the codes and the tcc solonoid code came up. also we saw that the motor mounts were all pretty bad. are the mounts a direct result of the ... Read More
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Re: 1998 Accord Coupe V6 Transmission Failure [florida888]
has anyone solved this problem, will honda in fact fix this tranny situation, my 1998 coupe is atarting to have major problems
Honda Accord I4 vs V6
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Re: Best yet for 08 EXL-V6 Sedan [malmouza]
Two things: The 4-cylinder's in today's mainstream market (except for Subaru's "boxer" engine) are inline 4, not V4. Not trying to chastise you, just sharing so that a dealer won't try and take advantage of you thinking you don't know your stuff. :) Now you do! Also, the new Accords do not weigh 4,000 - 4500 pounds. Closer to 3,300. A 1998 Accord 4-cyl would weigh around 3,000 lbs. 4500 pounds ... Read More
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Re: Best yet for 08 EXL-V6 Sedan [bug4]
No offense guys, I just don't understand why people buy the V6 engine? we are talking about a sedan not a truck. The new Accord weight between 4000 and 4500 lb. the V4 is good match for this car. I own the I4 with 190 horses, manual trans. I can kick from 0 to 60 in 7.4 seconds. I do not need more than that. If I needed the speed I ... Read More
Honda Accord Coupe Electrical problems
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1998 Honda Accord Coupe Electrical Problems
I have a 1998 Honda Accord Coupe V-6 Auto. It ran like a raped ape! Then started throwing codes like p300, p303, p304, p306, p1399, p1457 and run rough... I was planning on a tune up anyway, a major one since it just hit 99k, so I went to work! I replaced the EGR, Cap, Rotor, Coil, Plugs, Wires, Module but to no avail! I do alright when it comes to ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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catylitic converter problem?
Hello. I have a 1998 Honda Accord ex V-6 with a check engine light coming on reading a code of p420. So I know that I need to get a new catalytic converter but my question is what kind do I get? I spoke with Honda and their part is about $800.00 and then labor, tax, etc. Total would be around $1,100.00. I spoke with other shops and their total would ... Read More
Honda Accord VCM
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Re: For sunnfun [sunnfun]
I did some research on the internet last night and looks like these gentleman own Quality Control at Honda in Ohio. I may send them a letter,call etc... the case managers and dealer folks are of no help. Anyone ever heard of them? hope this help you & me... http://www.ohio.honda.com/News/PR/viewRelease.cfm?articleid=33 MARYSVILLE, OHIO - Honda of America Mfg. appointed new plant managers for its two auto plants among other promotions and changes ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Check Engine Light Indicator [2000accordse]
Hi. My Low Fuel Indicator light used to come on in my 1998 Honda Accord when I had the factory air intake installed. But since I replaced it with a newer cold air intake, my Low Fuel Indicator light has stopped turning on. And this has been going on for well over 6 years. And although it doesn't bother me, I know my car can go way under the E before ... Read More
Honda Accord (2008+) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 4th year problems with Accord? [bug4]
Vested interest in Honda? Nah... I've got Hondas, but certainly wouldn't replace my current Honda Accord with the 2008. It's much too large, and interior styling and quality seems to have taken a downturn. Personally, if something happened to my 2006, I'd look hard at the Altima. I've also been urging my parents to drive the "new" Taurus; it looks like a screaming bargain, and they're after a powerful, reasonably luxurious, ... Read More
Honda Accord I4 vs V6
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About to buy
I have had a 1998 BMW 5 (hated it), a 2003 Audi A-6 (loved it), a 2005 Audi A-4 (loved it) and currently drive a 2007 Infiniti M35X Love it). Why am I about to buy a honda Accord 2008? Gas mileage folks.
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord LX [ivica]
Okay then fair enough. I'd keep the drums as long as they are within spec and show no scoring or burning.
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord LX [Mr_Shiftright]
No. I get good brake wear, I'm pretty easy on my brakes. I tend to coast and time my lights and I don't tail gate. It's a rare occassion that I brake hard. My first pads lasted 165,000 kms and I changed my front rotors at 225,000 kms.
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord LX [ivica]
Almost sounds like they were hardly doing their work at all. I guess if you're satisfied with the way the car stops and if the drums aren't showing signs of overheating, then you're okay. But I'm wondering if there isn't some front/rear brake bias issue. Do you chew up front brakes fairly quickly?
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1998 Honda Accord LX
I have a 98 Accord LX with 260,000 kms. I have the original rear shoes and drums. the shoes are getting to the point of needing replacement. I measured the drum diameter and it is still good with about 1- 1.5 mm left. The drums wear surface is quite smooth with little to no roughness. Should I consider new drums as well? What factors should be considered besides being on size. ... Read More
2008 Honda Accord Coupe and Sedan
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Re: ANC for the 4 cyl.? [austinman7]
I have the 08 4 cyl and, although I notice the flickering headlights, it is absolutely a non-issue for me. I wish it didn't do it, but it is not a big deal at all in my book. With regard to ANC, I have had no issues at all. In the 4-cyl models, the ANC is designed to simply try to cancel some portion of the engine noise (which is more ... Read More
Honda Accord (2003-2007) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 1998 honda accord anti-theft system [naenaeshonda]
well i have a 2004 honda accord and just today my car basically is frozen. Nothing will work. It's not that battery either. So i assume its the anti theft system but i dont know how to disarm it. My remote key wont even lock or unlock my car.. Do you have any info yet how to disarm it??
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Re: 1998 honda accord anti-theft system [canm23]
The immobilizer system will only stop fuel from getting to the engine. It will not prevent you from unlocking/opening the doors. You probably have a bad/corroded battery cable, or the battery fuse is blown. The battery fuse should be a large 100amp, and may be similar to the one in this picture from my 03 owner's manual.
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Re: catalytic converter and motor mount? [mentiya]
I have a 98 Accord and it has been great. Just recently though, my indicator lamp came on and so I took out my manual to investigate a possible problem. I called Honda and took it in and the diagnostic test proved to be my catalytic converter. However, I was told that I have quite a bit of time before replacing it. Okay that is fine, but also I am noticing ... Read More
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sharp sound on wheel
Am new on the forum. I have a honda accord 1998 model with 110k mileage. have been drivin the car well ever since i bought it last year june. But of recent i noticed a sharp sound in front of the front driver's wheel every time i want to move. It scares me somrtimes but when on a free way doing 100miles, every thing's stable and smooth... Every time i pull ... Read More
Honda Accord Diesel????
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Re: -Can't wait that long! [dudleyr]
"That is huge. My father has been nursing his Passat along until the Accord diesel came out. He can't wait another year though. He was planning on September (or hopefully sooner). Looks like a Jetta will have to do. " Dudleyr, I know EXACTLY how he feels. My 1998 Accord V6 now has 236,000 miles on it and have been counting on the Accord diesel by the end of this year. ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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Car stalls
I have a 1998 Honda Accord Coupe LX; when driving at various speeds the car stalls (feels like the engine is being choked off from the gas); after pulling off the road, shutting everything off and waiting less than 60 seconds, the car will restart. I had the ignition switch replaced at my local Honda dealership last week and was not 3 miles from the dealership when the car stalled again. ... Read More
Honda Accord Diesel????
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Re: Diesel and Annual Maintenance [ruking1]
I've owned a 1997 Passat TDI 5 speed since purchasing it from Carmax in April 1998 with 12,000 miles on it. I check my mileage each time I fill up (about 800 miles into a tank) and I am averaging upper 40's...typically 47-49 mpg. I have test driven both the EX-L-4 and an EX-L-6, I look forward to the introduction of the Accord diesel. I am 6'5" and find that I ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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1998 honda accord anti-theft system
I have a 1998 Honda Accord and I believe my anti-theft system cause my car to shut down. I cannot put the car into neutral and the car will not start. Does anyone know how to reset the system. Or has this happened to anyone before if so what did you do?
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord 4 cyl. 2 door Coupe [Mr_Shiftright]
Thanks Mr. Shiftright. I placed the order today with Majestic Honda. About an hour later they emailed me indicating that there is a $75 charge when sales are made to Canadians. Apparently this covers duties and taxes. In the past Majestic was billed customs for additional delivery charges, duties and taxes. I called Majestic back because I don't believe that there are any duties on these parts (US made). Also the ... Read More
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord 4 cyl. 2 door Coupe [ivica]
well okay just a thought for you. Sounds like you're good to go. I always hate it when my car is on the rack, in pieces, and then we need something else that we don't have.
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord 4 cyl. 2 door Coupe [Mr_Shiftright]
The muffler man actually inspected the exhaust earlier today and all they came up with was that the muffler was starting to go. In their written quote they show the muffler replacement and some gaskets. The rest of the exhaust is also stainless, I hope that most of the other components are ok and that the technician would have picked up on anything else at that time.
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord 4 cyl. 2 door Coupe [ivica]
Better give the whole system a close look to make sure you don't need other pipes. You can give them the crush test with hose clamps to see if they are rotten on the inside. Otherwise, they'll cut your old muffler off only to find out perhaps that you need more---and then you're stuck, you'd have to buy from them.
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord 4 cyl. 2 door Coupe [elroy5]
Thanks Elroy. I will probably buy the muffler from Majestic and pay a muffler shop to install it. I don't have a torch at home to cut the old bolts/clamps off. J.
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Re: 1998 Honda Accord 4 cyl. 2 door Coupe [ivica]
Yes, I would definitely get the one from Majestic. It will be a Honda muffler, and will bolt right up. Aftermarket mufflers can be tuned differently from the factory muffler, sound bad, and fail quickly. I found that out the hard way with my 92 Accord.
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1998 Honda Accord 4 cyl. 2 door Coupe
Finally after almost 10 years and 255,000 kms my muffler has started to go. In Canada I priced the following 1. muffler man and they want $370 for parts and labor including gaskets 2. Honda dealer wants $303 parts + $87 labor + gaskets + taxes = $505 dollars. I priced a muffler on line at Majestic Honda and their price is $158 + shipping and handling. Then I need to ... Read More
Honda Accord High Mileage Success Stories
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1998 EX V6 Coupe
This car has over 224,000 miles on it and I am the original owner. Nothing special done with respect to maintenance. I get the oil changed every 5,000 miles and follow the owners manual maintenance schedule, gotta love Honda's. I have a local ASE certified mechanic do all the work. The only things he can't do in his shop (tranny flush and valve adjustment) I get done at the dealership. My ... Read More
Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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My 1998 Honda Accord Lx Locks
My 1998 Honda Accord LX locks are having issues. The locks were working with the keyless remote and the switch on my door, now my car won't lock with the keyless remote nor with the switch inside the car. I have to manually lock all the doors. At first I thought it was my battery because it needed to be replaced, I have now replaced the battery but the locks still ... Read More
2008 Honda Accord Coupe and Sedan
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Re: honda design [carbuyer11]
Not really. The idea is to use the moral of the story... "goose that laid golden egg". Main competition isn't doing it. There are near luxury sedans that don't either. So, it makes little sense to do those things when you can sell cars without using frills like that. Those frills can come in handy when sales slow down... as around MMC (MY2011?). I won't call anything cutting corners. Automakers have ... Read More
Honda Accord Quality Control Issues
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Honda Accord (1998-2002) Maintenance and Repair
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CHOKING
My 1998 Honda Accord recently has this problem. After starting about 2 minutes, it starts to choke unless I keep my foot on the gas pedal. the problem disappears after 5 minutes Also the cooling fan only start when the engine is off...
Honda Accord Climate Control Questions
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Re: 2006 Honda Accord AC [mrbill1957]
Wouldn't help you then, it only works for the manual controls. :) With the hack, A/C comes on automatically when you press defrost/feet or defrost. It allows you to turn it off if you want to though, much how the 1998-2002 Manual A/C works. I like it coming on automatically, but I also like the option to be able to turn it off.
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Disappointment [lilengineerboy]
I think you’re getting carried away by using a point around weight on a sports car (NSX weighed about 3200 lb, by the way, in its latest incarnation) while forgetting that those cars aren’t meant to be mainstream, value oriented car like Accord is. Perhaps we should focus on two midsize sedans from Honda. Acura TL-S is superior to the Accord in virtually every way in terms of handling, brakes and ... Read More
Saturn Aura vs. Honda Accord
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Re: Accord vs. What [phaetondriver]
VTEC and intake manifold are two different things. VTEC is about variable valve timing and valve-lift control. While many associate VTEC exclusively to performance, it has actually been used for a lot more. VTEC was a follow up development of REV that Honda used in mid-80s motorcycles. In REV, two of four valves (per cylinder) would be kept shut at low rpm (one-intake, one-exhaust). REV has now evolved into Hyper-VTEC (Honda ... Read More
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Re: Accord vs. What [phaetondriver]
It is a fancier name for yet another technology using VTEC. Honda has been opening and closing valves using VTEC for almost two decades now. VCM as is has been around for 5 years. It was introduced in Japanese market Honda Inspire (American Accord) when it was launched in 2003. Before then, Civic Hybrid had a simpler version. And for almost twenty five years, Honda has used (initially REV in motorcycles ... Read More
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Re: Accord vs. What [phaetondriver]
There is more to Honda’s choice of going with 3.5-liter engine than merely giving it class leading power. One of the problems with first generation VCM (2005-2007 Accord Hybrid, 2005-2007 Odyssey and 2WD Pilot) was that it had limited opportunities to be used. At the time, VCM (variable cylinder management) could operate in only two modes, I-3 or V6. For 4500+ lb vehicles like Odyssey and Pilot (which used 3.5), the ... Read More
Article Comments - 2008 Honda Accord First Drive, Full Test and Long Term Test
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Re: Ugly and expensive [rlyon]
$30k for an Accord is silly. This is one of the most ridiculous arguments. First, why give the car a truck grill? The grill absolutely kills the front end. What truck grill? First of all, there is no “car or truck” grill. As a matter of fact, almost 8-10 years ago, one of my points in these boards was that Honda should adopt a grill that helps establish a family theme. ... Read More
2008 Honda Accord Coupe and Sedan
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Re: Revised Opinion [gotoyota]
1998 Accord EX runs ~3000 rpm at 80 mph. 2008 Accord EX would turn 2600 rpm at the same speed. But that’s the 5-speed advantage over 4-speed (in 1998). And despite gains at the top end, newer engines have similar or better torque output at the lower end. The 2.4-liter engine in TSX is a good example (I posted its official dyno earlier). Before the engine was up-rated couple of years ... Read More
Midsize Sedans 2.0
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Re: Giddy Smirky Pride [targettuning]
The stat isn't based on volume, but based on per 100 cars (I think). That said, not all thefts may be for parts, but that can be assumed for most cases. In case of Hondas, you have to couple longevity and compatibility. It was with 1998 Accord that Honda got very serious about it. An example is the audio system. It was beginning of a new era that has led to ... Read More
2008 Honda Accord Coupe and Sedan
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Re: why no coupes? [punkyjunior895]
I believe Honda plans to build only 15% of Accords in coupe bodystyle. That would be a total of 60K or so for the year. Assuming 1000 dealers, that amounts to 5 units/month, and includes, likely, higher volume four cylinder models. So, even if 25% of the coupes were to be sold with V6, there will be only 1 per dealership/month. This happened back with 1998 Accord as well. Demand greatly ... Read More
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