2005 Honda Civic Consumer Discussions

Honda Civic 2005 and earlier

Re: Can someone ID the noises my '05 civic makes? [mike890]

Written by: jonesbb630 on Jul 05, 2008 10:03 AM

If it only does it when the motor is cold, it could be a cracked exaust manifold. From 2001 to 2005, they are known for that. When the car warms up, the manifold expands and seals the crack and the noise goes away. Hope this helps. The exaust manifold is warranty for 3 years 60k. However, the manifold and cat converter are all one piece and warranty shows the converter ... Read More...

Honda Civic Lease Questions

Assistance

Written by: bobshort1 on Jul 02, 2008 09:03 PM

Hello. Would appreciate any assistance as I am always learning. I have 3 more months to go on a 2005 PT Cruiser convertible. Real good condition but sas a dent in the left corner of the rear bumper. I want to lease a 2008 Civic LX. I know on the web Honda has a $199 per month for 36 months. I know there is all the stuff they want down, etc. "$199.00 per month for 36 months with ... Read More...

Honda Civic Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Re: Houston dealers won't deal on Civic LX 4dr Auto Sdn [suio]

Written by: soonerforever1 on Jul 01, 2008 04:19 AM

I have had quotes from dealers all over Houston (most not legitimate)....although I did receive an offer of $22,100 from Goodson Honda on an EX-L Sedan.....couldn't come together on trade in price on a 2005 Toyota Solara Convertible SLE with 78K miles......they offered $7800.....a complete joke (did a nationwide scan and the only thing close was a car with ... Read More...

Honda Civic Care and Maintenance

Civic Maintenance

Written by: chrismatta on Jun 20, 2008 11:15 AM

I own a 2005 Civic, 55k miles and am looking to prolong the life of the car as much as possible. I put between 20-25k miles per year on it, about 75% of which is highway. I'm looking for educated opinions on the reality of the maintenace schedules which Honda suggests. It does pile up, especially when one is on a fixed budget. For example, at my 50k service, it was recommended ... Read More...

2009 Honda Civic

Re: Any Early Pics? [rv65]

Written by: thegraduate on Jun 11, 2008 07:17 AM

If the 2003-2005 vs. 2006-2007 Accords are any indication, Honda is willing to make very big changes to a design if they feel it necessary. Fortunately, the Civic is already darn good-looking, and many think so. The previous 2003-2005 Accord was accused of having droopy styling on the rear, they made a major update for 2006 (the model of Accord I drive). Read More...

Honda Civic Hybrid Engine Questions

Re: 2005 Honda Civic Hybrid Intermittent Starting Problems [bso1129]

Written by: texlib on Jun 08, 2008 01:01 PM

Hi Meeps I have had this problem with both my 04 and now my 06. I took it to the dealer and they didn't have a clue, so I went ahead and changed the conventional battery under the hood. The replacement was about 15% more powerful then the factory one, now waiting to see if I have the whole blinking light situation again, no problems though for the last month. Read More...

Re: 2005 Honda Civic Hybrid Intermittent Starting Problems [meeps79]

Written by: bso1129 on Jun 07, 2008 11:42 PM

Hi Meeps, My 2005 Civic Hybrid has been having the same issue you describe. Once in the parking lot: I was waiting in line to exit, shut off the engine and was listening to the radio when it started to sputter on and off, and the engine wouldn't turn on afterwards, dash lights would just blink. I didn't try to start it again until over 30 min. later, and it started with ... Read More...

Honda Civic Hybrid Transmission Problems

Re: Honda Hybrid transmissions faulty, Honda should fix problem [perrorojo]

Written by: fordfan_17 on May 20, 2008 11:43 AM

actually honda issued a TSB last week concerning 2003-2005 civic hybrids with cvt transaxles tsb #07-049 you might wanna research this its a warranty extension on the start clutch in the transmission Read More...

Honda Hybrid transmissions faulty, Honda should fix problem

Written by: perrorojo on May 20, 2008 11:26 AM

I have been doing some research regarding Honda's lately. Why? Because I brought my 2005 Civic Hybrid to the dealership for a service, I noticed the transmission was making a noise, but the engine ran great. I was told that the transmission needed to be removed, and replaced....I had no idea there was anything wrong and all the service guy said was he could not tell ... Read More...