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Electrical socket on cruise control switch1/4/2009Matthew Day
  Q: I am replacing the cruise control switch which is in the right side of the steering wheel (03 ...
  A: This cruise control switch is located on the right side of the steering wheel. To gain access to ...
Failsafe idle??1/4/2009Matthew Day
  Q: '98 V6 Accord. After not driving for 3 weeks we now find engine at idle fluctuates between approx ...
  A: You have one of two problems. Your cooling system could be low to the point the powertrain control ...
Heat not working on Honda Odyssey1/2/2009Matthew Day
  Q: Happy New Year! I have a problem with 2001 Honda Odyssey Ex with front and rear A/C-Heat. I had ...
  A: Sorry, you need to put the cap back on. Leaving the cap off while the engine is running at 2000 rpms ...
Heat not working on Honda Odyssey1/2/2009Matthew Day
  Q: Happy New Year! I have a problem with 2001 Honda Odyssey Ex with front and rear A/C-Heat. I had ...
  A: It sounds like there is an air pocket in the heater core. This happens when the coolant isn't purged ...
89' Accord power windows jus stop working1/1/2009Matthew Day
  Q: I have a 1989 Honda Accord lxi,4dr. yesterday i went to go roll my window down (driver side) and ...
  A: Well, I doubt that all the power window motors went out at the same time, more than likely you have ...
1987 Honda prelude transmission shifting1/1/2009Matthew Day
  Q: my 1987 prelude (140k mi. - 2.0 Si FI)transmission will not upshift to high gear and will not go ...
  A: If it won't go into 5th gear or reverse, you most likely have an internal fault in the transmission. ...
check engine light2/27/2008Ara
  Q: I have a 1999 Honda Lx. The check engine light came on due to low oil. The oil has been changed ...
  A: First you need to have a professional check the oil pressure & make sure the oil gets up to the ...
1994 honda accord problems2/26/2008Ara
  Q: Two issues: (1) The Odometer and Trip meter stopped working; speedometer is OK. (2) Radiator ...
  A: Speedometer head assembly may be at fault for the odometer/trip meter non operation. If you had said ...
94 accord ex Speed sensor location2/25/2008Ara
  Q: Can you tell where the Speed sensor is located, per the web, its supposed to be under the thermostat ...
  A: It is located right atop the transmission above the differential area. It has a three pin connector ...
Transmission problem?2/25/2008Ara
  Q: I have a 90 Honda Accord Dx. i could tell something was wrong because it was making a weird noise. I ...
  A: "S" light flashing usually means a problem with the transmission has been detected by the computer & ...
Suspension2/25/2008Ara
  Q: Whenever I make a sharp right-hand turn I hear a "pop" noise coming from what I believe is the ...
  A: Check the lower control arm "Bushing", the one towards the front of the lower control arm. That is a ...
97 Civic ex Headlight assembly2/24/2008Ara
  Q: My headlight assembles turned yellow and I want to change them. How do I get them unbolted from car?
  A: Remove front bumper cover. After removing front bumper cover, you will be able to see the rest of ...
1986 Honda Accord Engine Surge2/24/2008Ara
  Q: When driving is Drive (4th gear Automatic) The RPM fluctuates causing the transmission to down shift ...
  A: You need to first take care of all the broken parts. All vacuum hoses NEED to be attached to ...
passenger docked won't open from inside2/24/2008Ara
  Q: our 2008 honda coupe passenger door won't open from the inside but does open from the outside. What ...
  A: First of all, let me tell you that I truly dislike the new door panel/inner door handle cable design ...
1996 honda accord ex 2.2 automatic2/23/2008Ara
  Q: We have a car in the shop that is giving us fits with the transmission. It will start out and run ...
  A: Please answer the following critical questions regarding the vehicle: Is the check engine light on ...
Do i need a new engine?2/23/2008Ara
  Q: I have a 1991 Honda Accord that i bought from a guy who said all it needed was a battery. So i ...
  A: Possibility #1: Timing belt broke a tooth or two. Valve timing jumped & bent the valves in one ...
1993 Honda Civic Brake2/22/2008Ara
  Q: G'day mate, I have a problem with the brakes on my 93 Honda Civic. Every morning when the ...
  A: There may be some "Glazing" on the front rotors. Look on the rotor surface, if you see shiny mirror ...
95 Prelude gas/temp gauge2/22/2008Ara
  Q: My gas and temperature gauges went out in my 'lude the other day. It burnt up. I am having trouble ...
  A: It seems like that there is at least one short in that circuit. Instrument cluster may have a short ...
94 Honda Civic Ex Horn2/21/2008Ara
  Q: My Civic's horn broke a few months back but then suddenly started working again, then once again ...
  A: Yes I have seen some horn units not work intermittently. Sometimes if they get enough water in them ...
1992 Honda Accrod2/21/2008Ara
  Q: I have a 1992 Honda Accord and the fan that blows warm air into the car has stopped working. It will ...
  A: Does the blower fan work on all positions? Meaning from lowest setting to the highest. If it does ...
1990 honda civic dx2/21/2008Ara
  Q: does the 1990 Honda civic dx suppose to have power steering?
  A: Some of the DX Civics back in the 90's did not come with power steering. It really depends on where ...
Brakes2/21/2008Ara
  Q: Good Morning Ara.... ? I have a Honda Crv 2001 4wheel Drv.Do I need to replace pads & rotors or just ...
  A: If there is "Glazing" on the rotors then you will need to resurface the rotors, providing that the ...
Honda Accord 1998 RPM bounces2/21/2008Ara
  Q: I'm having a problems with a Recently Purchased 1998 Honda Accord LX automatic, Four Door, Fwd 2.3L ...
  A: 1998 to 2002 Honda's have been known to have automatic transmission problems. The symptoms you have ...
1995 Accord low MPG high RPM2/21/2008Ara
  Q: My 1995 2.2L automatic Honda Accord is getting about 21-23 MPG city and 27 MPG highway. At 60 MPH ...
  A: Have someone who knows Honda's check the throttle control cable adjustment at the transmission. ...
1992 Honda Accord2/20/2008Ara
  Q: My battery has been dead 2 x's in a row. Jumped it and took it to Autozone - they said batt was ok ...
  A: I strongly suggest to take the vehicle to a reputable shop. Tell them the problem. Ask them what it ...
Shudder in 1st Gear2/19/2008Ara
  Q: '89 Accord LX 4dr carb 5spd. When cold, going into 1st gear results in shudder. If I give it some ...
  A: Sounds like you do need a clutch. But before jumping into conclusions, check the clutch cable ...
89 Civic DX stalling2/19/2008Ara
  Q: 89 Civic - DX stalls when at traffic lights or put into gear. Changed the fuel pump, fuel filter, ...
  A: 1_st, even though the check engine light is off in the instrument cluster, there may still be a code ...
1991 Honda Accord Wagon2/19/2008Ara
  Q: I have an oil leak from behind the timing belt cover. I had an leak 10,000 miles prior (one year ...
  A: I am assuming that by saying "Auxiliary Shaft Seal" you mean "Balancer Shaft Seal". A very common ...
85 HONDA CRX2/18/2008Ara
  Q: I'm having electrical issues. I just put in a new starter and battery but my car still wont turn ...
  A: The way you describe the problem I think the "Martians" have had something to do with this.......Lol ...
Central Lock & alarm2/18/2008Ara
  Q: I own a 1997 Honda CR-V. it has got a VIPER central locking & alarm system. in this winter, it is ...
  A: For any after market accessories installed on the vehicle it would be best to consult the installing ...
1995 Accord low MPG high RPM2/17/2008Ara
  Q: My 1995 2.2L automatic Honda Accord is getting about 21-23 MPG city and 27 MPG highway. At 60 MPH ...
  A: Lock up mode is when the torque converter is locked into a certain speed after the vehicle reaches a ...
Old Acura eval.2/15/2008Ara
  Q: I've inherited a 1990 Acura Legend LS 2 door coupe. It was very well maintained most of its life, ...
  A: P/S(Power Steering) rack could cost anywhere from $200.00 to $850.00. Depending on where you ...
1988 Honda Prelude2/15/2008Travis N
  Q: I have a problem with it not starting some times. Its like its not getting fuel.Its fuel ...
  A: Mark, the fuel filter is located on the fire wall i believe. Under the hood next to the ...
my 91 civic2/15/2008Ara
  Q: i have a 91 civic hatchback and my ECU code are 4, 8, and 16. i know i have to replace my efi relay ...
  A: Code 4: Problem in the Crank circuit of the TDC/CRANK/CYL sensor. Code 8: Problem in the TDC circuit ...
1991 honda blower unit2/15/2008Travis N
  Q: Travis I have a 1991 honda civic and the blower unit quit working so I bought a used one and now am ...
  A: Brenda, does your Civic have A/C? If so, there is a condensor/transfer type of unit next to the ...
Old Acura eval.2/14/2008Ara
  Q: I've inherited a 1990 Acura Legend LS 2 door coupe. It was very well maintained most of its life, ...
  A: Congratulation, that is a very nice vehicle to own & drive. When all "Systems are Go" it drives ...
cv joints2/14/2008Ara
  Q: I have a 93 Civic, Im wondering if it is smart for me to try and replace them myself.Please tell me ...
  A: It is not recommended to do this task, if you do not have the proper equipment as follows: 1) Hoist ...
93 civic SI vtech2/14/2008Ara
  Q: Ara , i already talked to Travis and he ask me to be more specific about my engine .. it says that ...
  A: If there is a leak in the cooling system & coolant level is Low it will have the symptom that you've ...
overheating2/14/2008Travis N
  Q: my 92 Honda civic is overheating and cooling fan doesn't turn on i hot wired the fan to the battery ...
  A: Ahmed, you have some serious problems with your engine. DO NOT drive the car unless you have too. ...
Gear Shifter light does not always come on.2/13/2008Ara
  Q: I have a 2003 Honda Civic LX and the light on my gear shifter comes on sporatically. I am concerned ...
  A: Fuses either work or don't work. I have uet to see a fuse that work intermittently. There may be a ...

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1988 to 2005 Honda Civic's, Acura Integra's/RSX's. Engine, body, electrical, interior, exterior, maintenance, service, performance, etc.

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13 years in this field. Mostly hobby for me. Owner of at least 50 Honda's (Civic, Accord, Cr-V.) Acura's (Integra, RSX, TL, Legend.) To be specific. I bought and sold these vehicles that came in various conditions, shapes and sizes. All types and kinds of repair and problems experienced and corrected professionally.

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