How much do Honda plant machinists make on average?

We have a new Honda plant coming to Indiana and my husband is thinking of applying. Does anyone work for Honda in the machine shop division (he's a CNC programmer with 17 years experience) and if so, can we ask an AVERAGE (without prying too much) pay? Thanks!|||I work at the honda plant in Ohuio as a CNC and also cross trained in set- up and dies . MY pay is pretty much public record - $28.13 plus benefits and retirement ,medical , etc etc . All the overtime you can handle also . Good company to work for too .|||22... 30$

How much would it cost to install an iPod jack in a Honda Fit?

I have a brand new '08 Honda Fit which has auxiliary controls and equipment, but lacks the jack itself. How much would it cost to have the jack installed?|||go to circuit city and if you buy an aftermarket Sony radio(%26gt;$99) the install will be free....... the Sony radio has the jack in the front of the radio and you have to control the songs off the ipod.....|||You can ask the Dealer or you can take it to an aftermarket stereo shop for a bid.|||i did that to my 07 Honda there is 2 kinds 1 that you only get the audio from the aux and you control it from the i pod,but the one that i got is the module that lets you control the songs from the radio i paid $200 dollars but it was a year ago could be cheaper now.

Honda Civic Door Gasket Starting to Fall off. How can I BEST stick it back on?

Hello,


I have a 2001 Honda Civic LX 2-Door. The passenger side door gasket is falling off. It dangles and gets caught in the door. Some moisture gets in and also there is a wind noise issue on the expressway. Anyhow, could someone recommend a good adhesive and technique to get the gasket fully back on the door? Pro and expert answers only please; I could think of paste, superglue, etc on my own. Thanks for your help!|||Use 3M weather strip adhesive. It is great stuff.|||There is a product called 'weatherstrip ' adhesive , sort of like contact cement , used in body shops and available at most parts jobbers.

What does it mean that a Honda is more reliable than other brands?

For example, if I buy a Honda minivan that's 7 years old, is it likely to have a lot less maintenance cost than if I buy a Chevy minivan that's 7 years old? Is that what is meant by being more reliable?|||unchesquirne|||No. Maintenance costs are probably higher on the Honda than the Chevy. As for reliability both are very dependable and will likely never leave you stranded. Hondas are renown for their build quality both inside and out. They use high quality plastics and metals and the engineering is always top-notch. A well maintained Honda will give you 300,000 miles of usage before it's completely worn out where the Chevy may get you 200,000 before you are sick of it falling apart. A Peugeot, for example, begins falling apart the moment you drive it off the lot and a Daewoo is falling apart on the showroom floor. It's all relative -- you get what you pay for.|||its called advertising/still a lot of 69 and 70 chevy trucks around/no 70 honda trucks around/not one/and no cars either/they came out with the little egg box honda in 72/they have a good car and so does toyota/ford/mazda/bmw/etc|||No, it means it won't break down and have less problems, but the Chevy would probably be cheaper to maintain.|||cars r like people...some healthy and live a long time...others break down and die





hondas r known for not breaking down as often as others..





but at 7 yrs and 100K miles EVERY car is gona need repairs,,|||any vehicle depends on who maintained it

What order do I put the sparkplug wires in on a 97 honda civic?

I recently replaced the sparkplugs with a new wire set. Now the engine isn't running right and the check engine light flashes. I looked around on some forums (honda-tech) and it looks like i need to put them in a certain order (firing order?). The question is which order.





Thanks in advanced!|||Follow the center of the distributor cap where a line bridges to a point outside of the cap. Use this as a guide for your starting point and work your way around clockwise to each 4 points. First point connects to spark plug 4, next connects to spark plug 2, next connects to spark plug 1, and finally spark plug 3.





Spark plug 1 is the one closest to your belts on the right side of the engine, while spark plug 4 is the one closest to your distributor on the left side of the engine.





These specifications haven't change between the Civic 92 - 98 models. Make sure you get this right and confirm with a Honda Civic Service Manual if necessary. Sparking the wrong cylinders to work against each other can damage your engine.





Hope this helps!|||1342 starting from the puley side of the motor|||starting on the back bottom place on the dist cap and going clockwise should be 2, 1, 3, 4. the number one cylinder is the one closest to the belts. that should get you going

How much does a battery cost to replace for a '99 Honda Civic?

I know there are different companies, but how do they compare with a genuine Honda battery? Also how much does it cost to replace transmission fluid and coolant?|||having a car means conveniently expensive. if you're not able to understand that, car parts are having their own expiry dates, just instinctively get into it. otherwise, having too much ado on car expense, psychologically affects your driving behavior...

Why is it no other manufacturers can reproduce the quality of the Honda inverter generators?

Why is it no other manufacturers can reproduce the quality of the Honda inverter generators? I wouldn't think the inverter technology is patentable, yet nobody else seems to be building these hot little sellers. Does anyone else know of a good quality "true" competitor in this market? The models I'm speaking of are like the EU2000i.|||"I wouldn't think the inverter technology is patentable" Why not?


I would think it is both patentable and patented.


My guess would be that many generator manufactures are competing on price, and may not think the cost of the technology is worth it, since people who want quality are going to go with a well know brand, and those who want cheap will go with cheap, the middle ground may not be a big market.


But actually, a quick internet search shows a lot of inverter generators out there.

How much should it cost to replace a starter on a 1998 Honda Accord LX?

My 1998 Honda Accord LX won't start and will only tick when I try. My description to mechanics usually has them saying it's the starter. How much should it cost to replace it?|||I'd say the starter for that car (shops cost) is about 110.00, so with the mark up and appropriate labor 300.00 sounds about right in line.|||Your probably looking at close to 300 bucks, parts and labor.|||i think there is a recall on the starter call honda have ur vin # ready autozone murrays have cheap parts if u do it urself. honda is a fortune but they have warranty if it goes bad again|||4 or 6 cylinder engine?

How hard is it to replace the fork dust seals on a Honda shadow?

How hard is it to replace the dust seals on a Honda shadow that have dry rotted there is no oil leaking out of them. I have found them for $19 on ebay.|||if they not leaking leave them a lone....and not so hard but you be better getting a book to show you how if you take them a part you will need to know what kind of oil and how much to get them back right and it is spring loaded so watch your head|||Call your local Honda dealer, alk what he wants for job, then ask what a new fork leg costs,,,question will answer it's self.


Owner maintainance is the biggest killer of Honda's.


34 years as Honda wrench

How much would it cost to get an original key from a Honda dealership?

I heard of people getting the keys for free. Now just talked to one of their reps and he tells me that it costs $50 or something to cut the key. I am appalled, what kind of customer service is this? Next time I won't be buying a Honda....|||I just had one cut for a 1998 and it did not have a chip in it,and they cut it for $3.00.Call you dealership and give them the Identification number and they can look it up to see if it has a chip if not go to your local hardware store or lock store.If it does have a chip it will run you 35-50 dollars,but I betcha it doesn't have a chip,take my advice and check it out the least it will cost is 3 bucks the most maybe 50 bucks and a phone call will give you piece of mind.Good luck|||Well keys have a chip in them to for security reasons that's why it costs so much to have them duplicated.|||if there is a wal*mart near you / they make all kinds of keys/ next to nothing. i think about a $1.00. i work at a wal*mart. and if you have one of those things that you mash to automatically unlocks the doors on your automobiles, and it needs batteries/ go to wal*mart jewelery dept. and get them and they are $3.69.|||Newer Honda keys are laser cut. This is a theft deterant. Cheap insurance against key copiers who want to steal your car. You'll pay $50-70 for a new key, but no one can take it, copy it, replace it and steal your car.|||that's cheap,they wanted 95 dollars for an extra key to my ford truck.i almost died.but you can't get one made anywhere else.|||i had to go to the factory to get a key for the volvo because no one could make one and it cost 139.00 so dont get a volvo|||Your key most likely has a computer chip in it to help protect against theft. My wifes Ford was like that. We had copies made a walmart which started the engine just fine but if you tried to unlock the door with it the alarm went off because there was no chip in the key

What are my options for a performance engine swap with a 1991 honda accord dx?

I have a 1991 honda accord dx and i want to do an engine swap.|||your best option is to do a h22 swap which is a motor out of a prelude, they can be had for as little as 800-1000 or as much as 3500 or more, but it takes your bash horsepower from around 120 all the way up to 190 or even 220 if you import a h22 from japan. i have a complete h22 swap e book i can send you for free if you would like|||want a swap that will DEF work?





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What is the difference between a Honda CBR600RR 4 or 5 sport?

My husband owns a Honda CBR600RR 2005 model. Our insurance company have asked me if his bike is a 4 sport or 5 sport. I have had it insured as a 5 sport (I took a guess) but they have told me that I really should find out and let them know which one it is. Does anyone know what the 4 sport or 5 sport is a reference to and how would I tell which one it is? My husband has no idea the reference is to or the difference is.|||I believe it is the colour schemes that would give it away.


RR4 = red/Black or Blue / Black





RR5 = Black / Silver or Red/ Black with a hint of bluey purple o the stickers and silver towards the seat.











The V5 document will say on it RR4 or RR5.

How can I get my 2006 Honda Civic to bypass the sensors so it can take advantage of the HHO cell I just added?

I had a company that makes and install the kits to produce HHO gas install a system on my 2006 Honda Civic. The system is making plenty of hydrogen. I am not getting any gas mileage increase and I really think it is because the computer or sensors are not allowing it to be used properly. So, I was wondering if anyone may have any knowledge on how to bypass the necessary sensors to allow my car to get its improved gas mileage.|||Contrary to other jerks here, these systems WILL be on a few production cars starting this year!





Bypassing the sensors will vary from car to car. It boils down to whether you have a mass air flow sensor or a map sensor. Each is very different and modifying the signal to the computer on the highway is the key. Mass air flow is harder and less information is available for modifying it. You can buy map sensor devices all over the place.





Be forewarned! Running your car lean can burn a piston or exhaust valve if done incorrectly!!! It can cost thousands of dollars to fix. If you run your car lean you need to know how lean it's running using a guage that you can buy from the parts store that is VERY easy to hook up. You also need to monitor the engine temperature very closely to make sure it's not running hotter than before after adding the HHO back to the intake with your kit. A sure sign something is wrong will be the engine running hotter than normal or the mixture showing more lean than normal with the hho and the device modifying the map sensor off.





Many people are dying to have this technology but it's not stable in my opinion for all cars at this point. There are people making computers that will control this on most cars to make it easier but knowledge is very important if you want to run it now. Food for thought.





Ignore all the morons calling it a scam. I have absolutely no connection with smackbooster and personally think it's a stupid name but he's even got one that's clear with chrome top and bottom on his motorcycle. It's quite impressive.





Good luck and don't be discouraged by dimwits that bash something they haven't even tried.|||They do work, a company in Illinois called CaluTech (the UV radiation people) are making HHO Cell technology, new stuff. It's at http://www.FuelElement.com

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|||it's not the sensors, its the kit. Those HHO kits don't work, sorry but you just got ripped off pretty bad. There's probably hundreds of other people out there like you who are finding out the samething too. Don't buy into those HHO kits, if it worked, don't you think manufacuters would be using them already in cars? It's common sense. They don't work at all. It's been proven time and time again by so many tests.





The computer and sensors automatically adjust as you change, so if it really worked, you would see the MPG difference already. But you aren't going to see a MPG difference from something that has already been proven to not work, it's been all over the news and everything.





Like the first person said too, your warranty is gone.





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http://www.aardvark.co.nz/hho_scam.shtml|||No it's actually not working because you got suckered into buying something that doesn't work. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. :(|||You have been ripped off. Those "miracle" gas mileage improvers dont work a single bit|||ask Honda...if you had warranty left, you just voided it.

How do I know if my Honda Civic condenser is bad?

I have a Honda Civic EX 1995. I live in Austin, TX and my car a/c works fine in the morning when its not that hot, but takes very long to cool in the afternoon/evening. In addition, the engine makes knocking sounds while idling with the A/C on. The mechanic told me that this was due to a condenser problem--and gave me a $400 quote! My question is if the condenser is bad, would the A/C cool at all?|||Not for long.


The ONLY purpose for the condenser is to exchange heat, and therefore transport refrigerant. No moving parts. If it fails, it won't retain its refrigerant.


If the refrigerant is low, the compressor could conceivably rattle or knock, but in that event the low pressure switch should turn off the compressor.


Have you had a front-end collision? Have you struck a parking curb too hard?


It is difficult to tell if the condenser is damaged without a good inspection.


Look at it VERY CLOSELY and see if it has any "wet" spots or areas where it appears oily. This is a clear indication of a leaky condenser.

How much would it cost to fix air conditioner and require a honda accord lx 1994?

How much would it cost to fix air conditioner and require a honda accord lx 1994? Window power don't work and need fixing. Want to rewire main circuitry. How much money to invest in such a car? I already invested $5000 and paid $2700 for it. How long would it take to fix air conditioner (not working) and rewire wires connected to doors, stereo, and steering wheel? Want is value if invested so much money?

What to do about greasing a Honda rancher with no fittings?

We have too honda ranchers .We run them throw mudd and creeks and dirt and sand and this fall we brought them home for me to service and I went to grease them and their is NO grease fitings!! why wouldnt they put grease fiting on them?|||hondas dont use grease fittings ,their suspension parts are made so regular greasing isnt needed as are most cars now ...you can buy a needle that snaps into a grease coupling that you can pierce the boot of the part and add grease|||It is what is called a closed in system. Which means it comes with no grease fittings.

How much is the market price of a 06 honda civic?

What is the market price of a 06 honda civic? I know kelly blue book is one way to find the market value of a car, but is there any other way I can find out the market value of a car?


Also, anyone had bought a honda civic before? How much did you pay for it?


Thank you!|||It's hard to say what the market price of a Civic is, usually, you go by MSRP. I bought an '09 Civic EX for $22 out the door (taxes are high where I live).|||Hard to say what the price should be without knowing where you are, what options the car has, its condition and mileage. However...





I am a firm believer in the Edmund's "True Market Value" price guide. When we bought my wife's car, I walked in with printouts in hand showing what I -should- pay for the car. I made them a 'take or leave it' offer based on that and we were driving off the lot 1/2 hour later. The idea is to get the best price and still have the dealership make something on the deal. The salesman wasn't particularly happy (he refused to shake my hand when we left) but it isn't my job to make him happy, right? :-D

How much should I sell my Honda dirt bike for?

I have a 2006 Honda CRF100F that was purchased for $2300. It was only ridden less than 5 hours total. Nothing was ever wrong with the bike and it has no scratches or anything, but it wont start since it's been sitting from some time. I think the gas and oil just needs to be changed. What would be a fair price to sell it for?|||Definitely get it running first!! You will not get a fair price out of anyone if it won't start. You can get a left over 2007 now for about $1849 and I have seen used 05 models for $1300. I would say if you can get $1600 that would be pretty good. I realize it hasn't been used much, but that really doesn't matter. I would ask $1800 and see what happens. I know you don't want to take it to a shop and spend money, but if you just bought a new $4 plug, drained out the old gas and put in new it should fire right up.|||obviously people are always gonna try to negotiate the price so start out at about 2050 and then when a buyer comes drop the price if asked to, but only a little bit -1850 as low as u should go. Make sure to tell the buyer everything u said here|||$1800|||yeah $2000 sounds good dont go any lower than $1800 here are the specs if you need them http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/20鈥?/a>|||$2000 obo

How much would it cost too replace the front bumper of a Honda Accord?

One day while backing up from the parking lot, I hit a Honda Accord but there's a slight dent and some scratches, and i was wondering how much it would cost? They said it was going to be $800! But i don't know if thats too much to just replace the front bumper?|||Yeah these people are looking at dealer pricing and the labor to install it. You need them to get another quote. The bumper itself shouldn't cost $800 unless it's brand spankin new model. And if you were backing out of a parking spot I'm pretty sure the law will say that it was their fault for not yielding. I'd get a lawyer or take it to small claims court.|||Depends on the year accord. 90-94 i'd say about $80 for the bumper itself, without painting it. 95-02 would be about $150 for the part itself, minus paint. 03 and anything newer would cost like $200, minus paint.





Colors vary, but just for a bumper, unless you're lucky at a junkyard, it's about $500 at a dealer.

What kind of gas does a honda civic require?

I just got a 2003 honda Civic lx 4cyl what kind of gas does it require? premium, regular etc?|||regular 87 or you can go with plus 89. that will get you little better gas mileage and more performance


but always get it from a good name brand gas station.


*** not from cheap gas station. trust me I own a repair shop I see so many cars stalling because of people stop at cheap non name brand stations to save $1|||The cheapest gas you can find. They'll run on anything.|||87 is good enough.|||regular|||regular if its not a hybird if its a hybird then go premium wont really make a difference as its not turbo|||it really depends on what you want or are willing to spend premium would be better for it but regular would work to|||Just regular, unless you have ecu mods. if your not a tuner all you need is regular. using premium 92 octane can ruin ur catalytic converter.|||Just regular 87|||The cheapest gas you can find.

How do I modify my 2002 Honda Metropolitan to go a little faster?

How do I modify my 2002 Honda Metropolitan to go a little faster?|||You could try upjetting the carb and put on a free flow airfilter or try a performance clutch. Also surf the web on how to derestrict a Honda Metropolitan.

How many watts does a stock 1996 and or a 2004 Honda accord stereo put out?

How many watts does a stock 1996 and or a 2004 Honda accord stereo put out?|||Most stock system push between 12 and 16 watts RMS per channel. The most an aftermarket pushes is 22 watts RMS per channel.|||maybe 5 to 7 watts rms per channel|||maybe 7 to 8 watts rms per channel

What is the difference between honda civic eg#'s?

Haha so I didn't want to go through the trouble of signing up for hondatech or anything like that and asking and getting flamed. I couldn't find it in their searches either.





So what's the difference between say a honda civic eg4 and eg6 or eg9?|||The EG4 is the VTi Civic hatchback, the EG6 is the SiR %26amp; SiRII hatchback, and the EG9 is the SiR 4dr.


For more specs and to see the differences between them all here's a link to Honda's official Japanese site (translated).


http://babelfish.altavista.com/babelfish鈥?/a>|||EG6 Hathback SOHC-DOHC models I think EG9 is Coupe

How much would it cost to replace a clutch in a Honda Accord?

My niece just bought a Honda Accord 1996 and it needs a new clutch, My friend who works on cars said he would do it for $600 including parts. She has a friend who said he will do it for $150 parts included. I don't trust her friend. So my question is....is $600 too much to pay an experienced mechanic replace the clutch?|||hi, i just had to do a clutch in my car. I have a few questions, are u just buying the clutch disc or the clutch kit. the kit comes with everything clutch disc,pressure plate, throwout bearing, alignment tool. if its the clutch disc then it will be cheap like $50, $60 bucks, the kit is a little more expensive like $150-$200 bucks maybe $125 if ur lucky. now thats on a stock clutch kit. but proformace clutch kit which is what i bought is like $250-$500 i paid $350. But, now lets get to the point $150 sounds like hes buying the stock clutch kit and putting it in with no extra cost meaning free labor. Now the other guy for $600 sounds like hes buying the stock clutch kit and $300 for labor. Now replacing the clutch is not very hard but it take alot time to do. Because you have to take the transmission out and pull the clutch out and replace it with ur new one. But if ur low on cash and the guy can do it for $150 that will be ur best bet, but on the other hand he might not install it correctly and u might run into problem later down the road so ask if he had on clutches before. hopefully this help sorry about the long story. good luck with your car.

How much does it cost to replace breaks for a 2002 Honda Accord?

How much does it cost to replace breaks for a 2002 Honda Accord? Per wheel? I am having a grinding noise that sounds like an axe sharpener when i break. Any help with a price range would be greatly appreciated so I can plan my budget. Thanks.|||Front pads plus new rotors: $200 at Pep Boys or an independent shop (not a dealer's price). However, if your front rotors require a special puller to remove, it could cost you more.|||200 for just pads...500 if u wrecked the rotors all 4 wheels

How long will a 95 Honda Accord with 247,000 miles on it last?

It's pretty high mileage, but I know Hondas are known for lasting a long time. It doesn't have any major problems. I'm just looking for something that will last four or five years before I can get a better vehicle. I'm also planning on driving it very very far. So would a 95 Honda Accord EX Sedan with 247000 miles on it be worth it to me?|||Four or five years sounds about right. If it made it 247K miles it has probably been taken care of, but you definitely need to know when the timing belt was last replaced. You can't take the seller's word for it - if he doesn't have a receipt you will have to get the belt (and water pump, to ward off evil spirits) replaced. Otherwise you will never know when to do that critical thing.





Not to worry you, but if the igniter has not been replaced it is near the end of its life expectancy. A new one is about $200 plus an hour or so labor (use only genuine Honda) and keep the other as an emergency spare. Replacing it now will save you a tow. I would bet you wouldn't make it 5 years with the original.





Ditto with the main relay (see source). It's cheaper but if it hasn't failed yet it was just waiting for you to buy the car.|||your car can keep going. just do the maintenance. keep up on the oil changes, keep any eye for any leaks, change the timing belt, change the water pump, get new cooling hoses, do a tune up, check your transmission fluid and change it. sounds like alot, but when hondas are properly maintained, they can drive for another 250k miles.|||theres no magic number where it will give up. to maximize its life just keep up on maintence, oil and fluid changes, dont forget the timing belt, 300k+ is not unreasonable|||Just dont abuse it, change the oil regularly. I have 267K on my car. Quiet as new.|||accords are good cars. if u treat it right u have alot of life left. I have seen thoses have up to 500,000 plus kms.|||another 100 thousand?|||its hard to say, it could go for a long time, or die at the next corner

How much will it cost to add leather to my 2009 honda civic?

I want to add leather to my honda civic. Do you know about how much it should cost?|||For the customized leather seats on a 09 Honda Civic it would roughly be $600-900, depending on your taste.





- Amicus|||Depends on the quality of the leather. If you want leather seat covers, you can get a decent set for around $1,000. If you want to change the seats' upholstery from cloth to leather, that will cost around $2,000 and most car upholstery shops offer that service.|||approximately $899 for Katzkin leather

How can I become a honda auto dealer? I have looked online but have found nothing.?

I want to own and operate a Honda dealership. What are the requirements? How much capital does it requre?|||Opening a dealership is not like a franchise. If you have the money, you would build a dealership, buy a batch of cars from Honda, tell Honda that you a new dealership, and start selling. The only problem is that it takes millions of dollars to start one. But if money isn't a problem, you should not have a problem.|||Honda doesn't need help to sell it's cars, so it's fussy about who they let BUY a dealership.


If you have a few million or have owned a dealership before, then you might have a chance. ( but don't count on it...)

What am I missing when putting a new carburetor in my Honda Helix?

There is a pinkish hose coming off the bottom of the Carb, and I can't find where it is supposed to go. This is a 1987 Honda Helix scooter, and my first attempt on working motorcycles of any type.|||It's a drain tube, make sure it points to the ground and isn't kinked.

How much should new rotors for my 2006 honda civic cost?

I ran over a metal coil and I believe I bent or shot my rotors, as now whenever I drive the car there is a metal on metal sound. I'm taking it to the shop tomorrow, but I didn't want to get reamed on the price. Also, should I take it to a regular mechanic or honda specific? i'm thinking the honda specific might be more expensive.|||if you bend a rotor you would know it either you would have no brakes or it would shake im sure you bent something.... rotors vary in prices best to call a parts store and ask any shop would do besides a dealer which would about double your price

What are some legal issues Honda has faced in their history?

I need some help finding legal issues Honda has dealt with in their long history. Anything major or any issues that have lead to big lawsuits? If anyone has links with information that would be greatly appreciated.|||Most of the "legal" issues that come up are product liability lawsuits, franchise law that affect dealers or violation of emissions laws.





the two big ones for Honda in the U.S. were with non-compliance of the 1996-1997 models with the emissions certification laws. Honda 'agreed' to extending the warranty for emissions defects on all 1996-1997 models for 15 years as a result of their non-compliance.





you can google "Honda class Action Lawsuits" and you'll find there are some current ones for brake wear, hybrid batteries and transmissions. The usual outcome of those suits is that Honda agrees to extend warranties and to reimburse customers who have had problems with whatever part it was that is allegedly defective.





the second major activity was a discrimination suit against dealers and taking bribes to give dealers more cars. this happened in the mid-1990s and led to a host of ethical reforms at American Honda.


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hope that helps

How many miles should a Honda Odyssey last?

I've heard Honda's last longer than the alternatives. I'm thinking of buying an older one but wonder if it's worth it. How many miles do you think the average consumer would get out of it?|||first of all, they are right when they say honda's last longer, but that is only if the person takes good care of them and does all the routine maintenance. I have seen honda's last as long as 300,000 miles before. So be sure to check the carfax for the maintenance record.|||ANY vehicle today can get more than 500K miles. The key is proper maintenance.


Use the oil that is spec'd for it and change it on time, also STP is excellent cheap insurance.|||There really isn't a reason is shouldn't last forever. If taken care of you should be able to roll over the odometer back to 000000. Just make sure you do ALL the maintenance required on time.

How do i increase the bhp and torque of my hero honda super splender?

How do i increase the bhp and torque of my hero honda super splender, i want to increase top speed and acceleretion too?|||The Hero Honda Company or any other company spends enough time and money on RD.


After all kind of researches ie; On parameters bhp, handle designed, set comfort, head light, engine capacity, gears speed, then brings out the Bikes in to the market.





So please do not chance any such parts as per you choice.


Keep checking oil level replace as and when required, fill genuine Fuel, and the air pressure in both the tyres. Avoid rash driving. be a safe driver, Use Helmet, avoid cell while driving, concentrate on your driving.|||Neither ESU be installed in a carburetor nor the gear ratio can increase the bhp of any vehicle. To put it simple BHP and torque are inversely variable. When you increase Hp, Torque decrease vies verse. If you want to improve power install K%26amp;N air filters, increase the nozzle jet in the carb, fit free flow chambers etc.|||It is too complex to answer here.


If you do not already know and try some modifications after reading here and there, you might end up in damaging your vehicle in the process.


Ask any experienced mechanic in your neighborhood and risk it.|||increase gear ratio.|||Install New level ESU to your Bike

How does Honda rank when compared to other cars?

I bought a used Honda thinking that it would have lasted until I sold it. It seemed like a good idea until I learned that Hondas are notorious for having oil leaks. You have to be kidding me!! That gives me the believe that Honda is NO better than Ford was in the 1980s. Are these mechanics right, do Hondas sedans become a leaky piece of junk starting between 50k to 80k miles on the odometer?|||Ranks very high but, is terribly over-priced.|||I don't know who you have been talking to but I personally do not agree. Honda sets a very high standard and of all the ones that I have had into my shop, it is very typical for them to be over 100,000 miles and very few problems that need attention. The oil leak issue is to be expected eventually in any vehicle but Honda's seem to be the easier to fix and less frequently. They do tend to go through brakes more so than other vehicle, but the cost of their parts are very reasonable. Valves cover spark plug tube seals do leak eventually but are a simple repair.|||I have a 90 civic with 320,000 miles on it and it doesn't leak a drop of oil. I have been a mechanic most of my life as well, and anytime someone asks me what car to get, I tell them a Honda, Toyota, or Subaru, in that order. Treat your Honda right and they will REGULARLY go to 250,000 miles.|||i had a civic with 250,000 miles on the original engine and it ran so very well and got 30 mpg at least. i think that honda ranks very high in the market it took a city bus to take mine off of the road and it still drove me for 3 years after that.|||Oil leaks are easy to fix on hondas ...and every car leaks oil just the amount they leak is very miniscule ...the thing is with honda once they hit like 150k miles they're worthless now A ford mustang from the 80's still holds good value|||THE CAR RANKS WELL IF YOUR NOT PLANNING ON GETTING INTO A CAR ACCIDENT



I WOULDNT TRUST A HONDA WITH MY LIFE.



LOOK UP SOME PICTURES OF HONDA CAR CRASHES THAT WHY I BOUGHT A BIG VAN SO I CAN DRIVE RIGHT THRU YOUR HONDA =D|||the only oil leak my honda/acura integra had was the valve cover and the cam seal/plug, both took 30 minutes to replace... also my integra has 180k on it

Is it honda civic model changing in 2009?

Please somebody let me know weather honda civic model is going to change in UAE in 2009.Cozzz am planning to go for HONDA CIVIC.|||Umm...car manufacturers (actually most major manufacturers of any technological product) continuously update and release new models/upgrades each year so whatever you do, there's bound to be new stuff released all the time.|||Yes they are changing the Honda Civic for the 2009 model.





Here are the specifications.


http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=780325

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|||2009 Civic is already here in UAE, the first lot is landing on 20 Oct, you can book it now with the showroom...

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|||i have noticed in the past that honda changes their very popular vehicles every four years. i purchased a 2006 model, with a whole new design, so i should expect them to deliever a whole new one in 2010. they do it for the accords too. i think their most recent design was actually 07 or 08?

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How to keep a 92 Honda Accord from starting so it can't get stolen?

My 92 Honda accord got stolen but recovered. After I replace the ignition, is there a fuse or something easy I can remove when I'm leaving it for long periods of time in hopes that it makes it harder to steal?|||look under hood in engine compt/find the fuse box/(large black plastic box)open and find the main fuse and pull it out/nothing works after that/replace the cover and put the fuse in the house|||"Kill Switch to the Ignition Switch Hidden somewhere in the Dash.|||You could unplug the distributor, it takes about 2 seconds to unplug. The car will not start because it will not send any spark to the spark plugs.|||is your car petrol, if it is i guess you could take out the spark plugs, that is a bit tricky but it would work, all petrol engines need them to start.|||you either buy an alarm system, that has an immonilizer that kills the ignition if the cat is messed with. for 340 bucks or so, it may be able to set your car up for remote start, and possibly door locks and a few other things, depending on accessorys. (possibly a remote control. Or go to your mechanic, and have him put a kill switch something that will kill power to the starter, so no matter what happens, car will not start. Honda Accord is one of the most stolen cars due to how easy it is to get in bust the ignition and take off. Also some guys have shaved keys to.

How hard would it be to put a Honda Prelude engine in a Honda CRX?

Im thinking about buying a 1986 honda crx but i would like something with a little more power. How much time, money, and effort would be required to replace the 1.5 liter 4 cylinder with a 2.2 liter v4?|||It doesn't even fit!!!





Look in to a B16 or a B18..





my freind used to have a B18 in a CRX and it hauled *** my freind

How can i find a honda passport Moonroof?

I have a '95 honda passport. The moonroof broke and i can't find another one. Where could i find one?|||Many after market roofs will fit that hole. That all it really is, a hole that was cut into the roof. Almost any glass installer or upholstery shop or mechanic can replace it with one that works.functions.


Look in salvage yards if you want to keep it OEM.

How much will new shocks and struts cost for my 1996 Honda Civic?

I have a 1996 Honda Civic that rides rough. It has 130K miles and the shocks %26amp; struts have never been replaced. I live in Washington DC. How much will parts %26amp; labor cost?|||About $900 to replace all 4 and get an alignment.|||Found the following on TireRack


KYB GR-2 Shock Front fitment $63.00 ea


KYB GR-2 Shock Rear fitment $61.00 ea


Koni STR.T Street Strut Front fitment $77.00 ea


Koni STR.T Street Strut Rear fitment $77.00 ea


Total: $556.00 for part labor will be anywhere from $60 - $100 hr

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|||A good set will run you about $750-$1100 installed. Stick with brand-name parts like Monroe or KYB. They will last longer than the factory parts.|||800 parts and labor...all 4...

How can I improve the speed and acceleration of my 2000 honda civic?

I own a stock 2000 honda civic and want to improve its speed and acceleration, what are the first things i should do?|||it depends on your wallet really.


the best way to increase horsepower is to install a nitrous kit (aka NOS by some ppl)


another way is to install a supercharger or turbo charger into the car.


any of these methods should increase the total horse power of you car from 30-50%





another way is to do an engine swap. depending on what engine you currently have an engine swap might be a good way to increase your cars speed/power.|||if you cant afford that stuff you should probably go for headers, cold air intake, exhaust sytem. cheapest way to make gains

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How many miles can a honda motorcycle go for from the early 1980's?

I am looking at a honda nighthawk 500 from 1984 with about 45000 miles. How much is a good price for such a bike?|||Maybe $250.00 to $500.00. Depends on maintenance record. At that mileage timing chain is getting a lot worn, drive sprockets and drive chain due to be replaced- but they may have already been replaced. Carbs may need cleaning and rebuild- but again they may have been refurbished under normal 30,000 mile maintenance. Rings good for a few more miles, valves also, maybe another 10,000 miles before top end valve and ring job- or use a little heavier oil. Check clutch- plates may be worn, or been replaced, or maybe Ok if most of cycle miles were on highway. Previous use and maintenance makes a difference|||Depending on the condition, if GOOD, somewhere in the $600 to $1000 range. The only listing I came across was for the '84 650 for $1310. The Nighthawk was first produced in '82 and ran it's course in the 80's up till '86. It came back in 1970 with the 750c.c.also produced the 750s which was not sold in the U.S. It came in 250,450,550,650,and 700. The 400c.c. was produced in the GL400 Touring and the 400 Custom.


1984 HONDA CB650SC NIGHTHAWK


January 20, 2010


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Excellent: $1,625


Very Good: $1,100


Good: $825


Fair: $450


Poor: N/A|||it's a $500 bike- basically a bic lighter- use it up and throw it away. my rule of thumb is $1 per cc for a pretty well used jap bike, maybe $2 per cc for an exceptional one. ive had two Nighthawks, one of my favorite bikes- the last one was a 450 with 2600 miles on it for $300. i felt that it was worth $1000 when i bought it. that's what i sold it for a few years later with 6000 miles on it.|||Many people have gotten burned on older bikes. The bike must run perfectly when you buy it.


The problem is high parts prices. A carb kit for one carb can be as high as $250.


If you need an alternator, a common problem on older bikes, the cost can be $500.


Coils, 200 each. A PAPER side cover gasket $40.

Is it safe to travel from Bangalore to Mysore in a Honda Aviator?

I am planning to travel from Bangalore to Mysore ALONE in my Honda Aviator. Some friends have warned me that it may be dangerous to do so in gearless vehicles. Have any of you done so? What precautions did you take?|||No problem to travel. It is 4 lane highway. Roads are good. Try to maintain average 60 Kmph speed.


Driving during day time advisable.|||Follow Safety measures - It will help you in your safe destination|||These days, it might not be safe in a Sherman tank.|||only one can go or go with wife

How to sell a 2010 Honda that is not perfect?

I've got a hybrid Honda for which I'm paying the bank more than I can afford on the car loan. The car has been involved in one accident but was totally repaired, but it also has a cigarette burn on the driver's seat. Should I try to sell it as a private party, or take it to someplace like CarMax to sell it? I've got to find a car under $3000.00 and get rid of the car payment. THANKS!|||Just a quick mention... keep in mind that unless you put down a huge chunk when you bought it, you'll be upside-down on the car to the tune of thousands of dollars. You'll need that money in the bank to cover whatever the difference is between what you sell it for and what you owe.





CarMax isn't some magic place that gives folks thousands of dollars over book value on cars. They do about the same as other dealers. Private party will always be your best bet, but you MUST be realistic on the value. If you owe $20K on a now-used 2010 car, and folks can buy a new one for $20K, why would they buy yours when it's been in an accident and has damage to the interior?





Good luck, but realistically this might be harder than you think.





**EDIT -- To comment on the first poster... having someone "take over the payments" does NOT relieve the seller of liability on the car. The car must stay registered and insured in the seller's name until it's paid in full and a transfer of ownership takes place. Plus, keep in mind that doing this goes against the agreement signed between the buyer and the lender. Seriously, search this forum for a few pages, look for those questions that ask "made agreement to have so-and-so take over payments, they quit paying, we can't find car, help!!!" They're everywhere. Folks look at this as a magic way of getting out of a car payment, when it is anything but.|||Well just sell it like any other car, any way you can. you can sell it by having somebody LEGALLY take over the payments and pay you about 1/3 to 1/2 of what you have payed off and just cut your losses. put it on Ebay, craigslist, in the newspapers, or go to wherever you financed your car and try to refinance it so that you have lower payments each month. a good car for under $3000 should be easy to come across.|||private party will bring you more money

Who is a contact with HONDA who can make a decision regarding repairing a manfactrer's defect?

The license plate holder, where the bolt goes in, is stripped and ripped the body. Needs minor body work and is Honda's fault. The dealer said it wold have to be approved by a regional manager. Torrance California area.|||Here is the funny thing about the warranty repairs by Honda, an I work for a Honda dealer. How can a stripped and ripped body is Honda's fault? New car are inspected at the factory, then they get inspected by the ports or the truckers, remember any little scratch is reported or u will pay for it, Kind of like when u rent a car. Then the car gets inspected when is getting off the truck and one last time when we do the PDI (pre delivery inspection) That's a lot of inspections. I don't think that was there when your car left the factory, I think it was done when the dealer install that frame around the license plate, u know the one with there name on it. I saw that here were I work with 2 accords, ( a big impact tool to install a little bolt) not good. Maybe this is not the case but if they know that Honda is not going to pay for it they will make u jump lot's of hoops and if this is the case call Honda . Honda does not play with customer satisfaction and they will put these people in so much trouble that they will not do it again.|||That isn't completely true..but close. Getting approval for what you are describing is a fairly simple process and you shouldn't have to wait any longer than 72 hours to get an answer from your Honda dealer. There are service representatives (zone or regional reps) that Honda assigns to it's dealer network. They travel from dealer to dealer and work closely with both the service and parts managers. These reps are available to the service managers by phone or email and generally will give their approval for routine repairs like the one you've described here. If for any reason you feel as though you're getting the runaround, feel free to call Honda's customer hotline and share your experience with them. Honda of America is very tuned into CSI (customer satisfaction index) and will most likely light a fire under your dealer's service department to get this taken care of for you. Also things might speed up for you simply by asking for the hotline number. Good luck!|||Just take it to any honda Delearship and if it is under warranty they will do it anywere....

How to replace defroster on Honda Accord rear window?

I have a 1998 Honda Accord with a rear window defroster that still works but the window is hard to see through. Over the years the defroster "sheet" has become opaque is there way to remove this and install another one? Or would it be cheaper just to replace the back glass?|||The traces are on the inside of the glass. You get them off just like you would get a big label off. With a scraper. Then you can install an new defroster using the old wires. It's just like putting a big decal on the inside of the window.|||I own a 1998 honda accord and as far as i am aware there is no (sheet) on the rear screen but there may be a window tint that has been applied after market that is becoming opaque if you can check that this is the case then try and remove it very carefully trying not to damage the heater element wires as these are not reparable and cannot be replaced the only other way is to replace the rear screen (expensive)

What modern sized motorcycle tire can I install on my 1966 Honda?

I have a 1966 Honda Dream and according to the manual it takes 3.25 X 16 tires. These are an old size style and they are not relevant to modern tire equivalents. What would be the closest tire size equivalent that I can mount on my wheels? Do you have any brand and model recommendations? I have gotten vintage size/style tires from Coker but am not satisfied with the quality.|||3.25X16 is the same (or as close as is now available) as a MH90 16 or a MJ90 16 (3.25 falls between) also the same as a 80/90 or 90/90 (again 3.25 falls between)





Also Coker Tyre sells tyres in inch sizes but expensive and still built with 60s technology.|||you can either get it measured at a good motorcycle dealer or update your rims with aftermarket (You have spokes and can not fix a flat on the road, but a mag is tubeless and can be) just some ideas.|||the 16 is the rim size, so that won't have changed. 3.25 is approx 83mm in modern width.

What does it cost to repair a exhaust resonator for a Honda Civic?

Looks like I have to get it all replaced. I wanted to check to see if I was getting a fair price. More specifically it's a 1998 Honda Civic.|||Call a few different muffler shops around your area and ask for a quote, that is gonna be your best bet.





-Chris (Lead Tech - Hamilton's Car Care)|||you know you don,t really need a resonator if you have a quiet muffler. ok so what are they asking for 1 and we will tell you if it,s a fair price.|||C-Mill is right.





Get quotes.





See if you can find one cheap (but good) and get a place to install it for you.

What is the color of the dashboard lights on the 2006 Honda?

Does anybody happen to know the color of the dashboard lights of an '06 Honda, car color silver?





Any help is greatly appreciated.|||If I remember correctly, the LED back lighting is an orange-amber color.

Is there a after market strut or shock to make 2006 Honda Accord a smoother ride?

2006 Honda Accord EX has rough ride. Any after market struts or shocks which would make this a better ride? Would it be worth the effort for a small compact car?|||Monroe "Sensa-Trac" Quick struts worked for me,front and rear.They come with new springs,isolaters and bushings completely assembled ready to bolt up.Your car is only 3 yrs old,I believe the EX model comes with a more performance orientated suspension than the LX or DX.The Goodyear "Assurance"is a premium top-of-the-line tire.You may want to check into Michelin "Pilot"series tires.After a Web search at NAPA,Rockauto and Monroe I was not able to find "Quickstruts" for your vehicle.However the replacement Cartridges are a available through Monroe and KYB.Good Luck|||try ebay or amazon

I bought a key start honda lawnmower and it only has one key is it ment to have two?

The lawnmower is a Honda HRX 537 HME


Thanks!|||i dont know but it will only cost a couple of quid to get another cut at any key place|||DId you buy it new? Then ask the dealer, but as already said it's not exactly a high-tech key, you can easily get one cut cheaply .|||Ask the dealer aout the other key.Failing that get another one cut. It wont cost that much ..about 拢2-3.|||You should be able to phone/e-mail customer support at Honda.


http://www.honda.co.uk/garden/|||the keys are universal so you can get a spare, alot of mowers dont come with spares even brand new, my countax didnt

Would the honda accord or honda civic be a better used car buy?

I've heard honda accords and civics are two great reliable used cars to buy. You can find fairly new models for cheap. I've heard the accord is better then the civic in todays models but what about a 2002 or somewhere around there. Also I only have about 5000 to spend, is an accord still in that price range.|||Alright a Accord is a few thousands more than a civic but with 5,000 the best thing to do is to look for a Honda Civic Ex not lx EX go on autotrader or go on msn and click on autos then select the year you like and can afford which you may buy a 2000-2002 Civic with 5000 cash and compare it to the accord or other cars that competes with it also if you compare it on msn sometimes they give you the wrong model trim remember ex is better because you have a faster car and a sunroof and more.





Hope it works out|||I Have a 1996 Silver Honda Accord, %26amp; Its Amazing!!!(:

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|||Last fall I bought a 1996 Accord LX Wagon wit stick shift and only 42,296 miles for $5,000. I was happy to find it. Stick shift is harder to find in a used car but if you get a 2000-2002 Accord with stick shift you won't have to worry about the reported transmission problems [with automatics] on some around that time. If I was you I would consider a car loan and getting an 04 or newer. The newer Accords no longer have a timing belt and that will save you money on maintenance costs replacing the belt. I borrowed money from myself by taking out a loan against my 401k at work. The interest I pay on the loan goes back into my 401k and will be better than the returns currently with other investments. You have to weigh the pros and cons though even if you have that option.|||Be careful on those Accords that made from early 2000s, they're known for having transmission problems.





If you want a better mpg, go for the Civic atleast the EX model which has Vtec Engine preferably the 99-00 EX (or better the SI) Model. I like their big body style compared to the 7th gen (01-05).|||2002??


the Accord is a better car for that year if you can find one for $5,000. I'm pretty sure they're more expensive than that


the 02 civic is under powered, and will be around $5000


but I haven't seen any 02 civic less than $5000|||I'd buy the accord and shop around dont be in any rush to buy , also have it checked over fully by a reliable mechanic before buying any used vehicle.

What is the best way to lift a Honda Accord?

I have a 2001 honda accord sedan v6. With winter here I am finding it hard to drive my Honda Accord in the snow and rough weather, and i plan on installing some snow tires on it. I am looking for about a 3 inch lift. What lift should i get in regards to pricing and performance. And from what manufacturer can i purchase this lift?|||Companies don't make lift kits for cars. It would look stupid. It would handle poorly. It would ride poorly. It would kill your gas mileage. It wont be any better in the snow.





Go buy a truck.|||There are a couple of ways to do this.





1) Get bigger tires but this will make your car faster than what is displayed on the speedometer. Good way to get speeding tickets.





2) Coil-over kits. They allow you to adjust the height of the car. Most people buy these kits to lower their vehicles.





The car already has a pretty good ground clearance, not sure why you would need to lift the car.|||sell it and get a real truck there is no point in doing anything else you are sol

Where should I get my Honda Accord serviced - at Dealers or other autobody shop?

Some say you should get your car to the dealer for intermediate/major service, as against some say you should not go to the dealer because they charge way more and you can have same service at any autobody shop.


My car Honda Accord has about 120K miles and have always been going to a dealer for service. The intermidiate service is due and I wonder should I go to dealer or try somo other auto body shops?





Any thoughts/suggestions?





Thanks a bunch in advance!|||The answer above me is true.





Other shops work with all ranges of cars, american, german, and everything else.





I'm not sure what you mean intermediate service, but if it includes bigger jobs such as timing belt jobs and other jobs then definitely Honda dealer. They know your car inside and out, literally.





But for small jobs such as oil, fuel filter and simple jobs smaller shops will do the trick; but always keep in mind they may not be 100% knoweledable with your car.|||And please just call it a repair shop. A body shop repairs dents, paints cars, and does things to the body of the car. It does not work on the engine or other internal parts.|||Go to the Honda dealer! Nobody knows you're Honda automobile like the Honda dealers.

How difficuilt is it to install a muffler on a 1994 honda civic?

I have a 1994 honda civic coupe. I am looking into buying a muffler off of ebay, but was wandering if I will need to purchase any more parts, and how difficuilt is the installation?|||You could take it to a muffler shop or a weld shop and they could weld one on for you.





Or you could also buy a replacement muffler and you'd have to unbolt the pipes underneath your car and bolt the new one in. There are these little rubber things that hold the hold thing suspended on the bottom. The only worry is that sometimes the bolts on the exhaust pipes get stuck really bad because of the intense heat they can be subjected to. I'd say get under your car and check the bolts, they should be near the rear wheels, to see if they will come loose. Chances are they should. If they will then I'd buy a new muffler and put it on yourself if you can find one. Both ways will cost you about the same but if you do it yourself at least you'll know the quality job you had done. At a shop you will never know how good of a job they did.





Overall, swapping the muffler out is really simple so if you can find the muffler for your car, which is the hardest part, I'd say just do it yourself. Good luck!|||most cars the mufflers are welded on so you would have to be able to cut it off which is not that hard then you go to any parts store and buy muffler clamps to fit muffler you might need to know what size pipe you have before buying so you know its not to small or to big for your car and can get pipe spacers and clamps at any parts place as well as mufflers just about as cheap if not same price|||your ganna need to take it to a welder...local muffler shop etc...they'll do everything for you...and prolly just charge you about $50-70 pretty much.


you dont need to spend any more money and any parts. just as long as you have the muffler you want to replace with the old one.

How much should new rotors for my 2006 honda civic cost?

I ran over a metal coil and I believe I bent or shot my rotors, as now whenever I drive the car there is a metal on metal sound. I'm taking it to the shop tomorrow, but I didn't want to get reamed on the price. Also, should I take it to a regular mechanic or honda specific? i'm thinking the honda specific might be more expensive.|||$20.00-25.00ea but remember to also get knew brake pads 15.00-20.00|||id take it to a regular mechanic ,a Honda dealer is going to be really high on this,its probably going to cost you around 350 bucks now to get it done ,through a dealer though it will be more,good luck on it.|||$ 25 to$50 for rotars each one plus $12 to $25 for brake pads. then the labor $40 to $70 per hr. you could do it your self not that hard|||rotors usually cost between 20-35 dollars ..but it doesnt sound like thats the problem...if id didnt grind before the mishap. could be that the backing plate was hit when you ran over the"coil" and bent it so that it rubs against the rotor.

What gauge clusters will fit in a 1991 Honda civic ef?

I have a 1991 Honda Civic Hatchbach. The guage cluster does not have a tachnometer. What are my options for replacing the whole cluster. I know the 90-91 honda civic si/crx have the tachnometer but what are my other options.|||I used one from a civic wagon. Direct fit. Had the extra automatic shift letter that's all.

What does it cost to get the auxiliary input in a Honda wired up for an ipod?

I have a 2006 Honda Accord coupe. It has a source button for "auxiliary", so I assume there's some way of getting a cable or something out from the dash. Any idea as to whit it would cost to have it done?|||Yes there is a way to do that, you have to plug the auxiliary audio input interface,


to the back of the honda accord radio, this is a single plug





this link is for the interface


http://www.oemautosound.com/pc-289-88-pi鈥?/a>|||go to ur honda dealer


or check online

Among the Yamaha Gladiator and Honda Shine, which one would be better in terms of comfort and mileage?

I'm planning to buy a 125cc bike in the coming 2-4 months n have shortlisted the Honda Shine and Yamaha Gladiator. What I'm trying to assess is the mileage, ride comfort n after sales services which can help me in choosing between the 2 bikes.|||The Shine has better fuel economy no doubt, but overall, the Gladiator wins. It is far more comfortable than the Shine. Although it has less fuel economy (50kmpl in city, as compared to 55 for the shine), it doesnt make much of a difference (a few hundred rupees per month).


Gladiator looks better too and price wise is it actually a little cheaper than the Shine to buy.





Why dont you have a look at the new TVS FLAME 125? Looks awesome - http://tvsflame.blogspot.com





If fuel efficiency is the most important thing, then shall i recommend the new Bajaj XCD? - http://bajajxcd.blogspot.com|||shine is better in terms of milege %26amp; picuk up,but gladiator has good performance.








so,as u r buying after 3-4 months....go for TVS FLAME.


for further info visit:- www.tvsflame.com

What is the Largest engine that can fit into a 2001 honda civic?

My friend is planning an engine swap of his 2001 honda civic and wants to know the largest size engine that can fit. He would also like to know where he can look up racing engines used on tuners.|||I used to belong to a car forum called 7thgencivic.com, which has since combined with other generations into www.civicforums.com.





Basically you can do anything you want if you've got enough money, but it may not be cost effective. The 2001 civic does not respond well to bolt ons such as intake, header, exhaust as previous generations. If you want a significant speed increase you will need to add a turbo or swap the engine.





Now to answer your question: A very popular engine swap for those that do it is the K20 (RSX Engine). It requires more engine bay space, so things may need to be shifted around, but it will fit. Parts are very similar in these cars, so it doesn't require a complete overhaul, but would take money and time to do.





I wouldn't put too much money into the car though. A rough estimate to do a swap like this would like like $2000-$3000. The car is probably only worth about 4000 at this point. I understand if you want to go for the sleeper look, but if you want a faster car it would be better worth your time and dollar to just get a new car or an RSX.|||Civic + v12 = EPIC IRONY WIN|||I saw 1 someone put a corvette engine in a civic hatch!


look on Youtube.......Civette.

How much does it cost to replace a starter on a Honda Accord '97?

Today I was driving my Honda Accord it's a '97 with 124k miles and I parked it and when I came out to go to work it wouldn't start. At first I thought it was the battery, but the radio and lights still worked inside. I tried to give it a jump, but it wouldn't even spark. Someone told me it could be the starter. Is that what it is? What else could it be? How much will it cost to replace the starter?|||New: $251.83 (www.partstrain.com/


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/Starter/HONDA/ACCORD)


Used: About half that at any local used parts wreck yard|||The cost of the starter can be found on websites such as partsamerica.com, at my store it runs between $101.99 and $109.99 with a lifetime warranty, but for labor you would need to contact a mechanic. You might want take the starter into a parts store so they can check it before buying a new one.

How to check for a blown head gasket in a 1994 Honda Civic?

My 1994 Honda Civic is overheating and I need to check for a blown head gasket. How do i do this? There is no water in the oil. We have replaced the thermostat and the timing belt recently.|||Fill the cooling system with clean water and start the engine with the cap off.Leave it ticking over and observe the filler neck.If you see large air bubbles in the water then it a tell tail sign that compression is entering the cooling system?If the gasket is blown, then eventually the engine will start to throw the water out of the filler neck big time.Hope this helps|||If your loosing a large amount of water in your radiator without a leak under your engine, this could be one good sign of a blown head gasket. Hope this help!

What internal problems is the Honda corporation having, business wise?

The Honda corporation is having problems within the business, what are they?|||If your referring to the decrease in automobile sales its not the corporation; its the market. The Japanese domestic market has been in the tank for the last 3 years; the American market dropped from almost 17 million new cars in 2006 to a forecast of less than 16 million in 2008. Honda's year-over-year sales are down but they are maintaining market share in the U.S.





Most of the U.S. market problems are due to the "credit crunch"; simply said, most vehicles are financed and most prospective customers can't get financed because of their personal financial positions. The sub-prime mortgage market fiasco also affects the same class of sub-prime car buyers. To make matters worse, most people who are in trouble with their home loans bought a car financed into the loan so as home foreclosures rise so will defaults on car loans and repossessions.





Honda is in a much better financial position than most companies and they will weather the storm. Their strength is that most of their cars are produced in North America so they won't get killed by the weak dollar as the Europeans will.





hope that answers your question|||None whatsoever. In fact they are developing one of the most eagerly awaited supercars in the world ever, the new V10 NSX.


http://wikicars.org/en/Honda

What is better about the Honda Civic than a Toyota Corolla?

Both 2010. My parents want to get the Corolla for its safety features, but I love the way a Honda Civic looks. What is good about a Civic?|||Corolla is a safer car? Lmao. What is so safe about the 100% re-call rate Toyota had this year? What is so safe about Toyota's 40% overall re-call rate. Many people died in a Toyota this year, simply because Toyota messed up with it's accelerator. They also lied to the U.S. government, saying their cars had no problem until coming clean with the truth. Also Honda Civic is rated #2 in it's class with 9.8 safety while Corolla is #18 and has a safety rating of 9.3. http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/car鈥?/a> . Your parents are wrong. They are falling for Toyota's lies, because they obviously don't know that much about cars. My dad got into a accident with a 07 Civic, the car was totally destroyed and my dad came out of the car totally safe. Not even a little scratch. I prefer going American cars though, the more stylish Ford Fiesta is #1 in it's class and beats both cars in safety with 10.0 rating(see link). I would suggest the Fiesta, for every American car bought 4 American jobs are saved. Ford is really on the rise, and they improved their quality a lot. A well taken Ford can last as much as a Honda or Toyota. However if you must go with Japanese cars and feed the Japanese, I would suggest the Civic.|||The Honda is a much safer car, the Corolla is a death trap, it has been recalled for both the famous "Toyota pedal of death" and for the engine's stalling randomly. The Honda is better looking, more reliable, and gets better MPG. It also holds it's value better than the Toyota.|||civic more reliable and more mpg|||Honda Civic is better

What's the best engine to use for customizing a Honda accord?

well I'm planning on customizing an old 97 Honda accord and I'm just wondering what engine is best for speed and performance and which ones are compatible with NOS. I'm sort of a novice when it comes to car parts|||Im gonna piss a bunch off people off with this but





there are better cars out there to customize than a rice burner





find a early model american made car

What is the difference between honda shadow vcd, vlx etc?

I'm looking at purchasing a 2005 honda shadow vcd (according to the dealer) but i cant find a 2005 vcd on the NADA web site. I just want to make sure I find the correct book value.|||Obviously a mistake someplace, what size is the motor?

How much would it be to have a keyless entry unit installed in my Honda Accord?

My car is a 2002 Honda Accord LX and I plan to have a Honda dealership install it.|||Do it yourself for $49.95 per remote plus about $10 shipping. Keyless remote entry was standard on the 2002 Accord LX and you can program it in yourself. I have used this company a few times and found them to be reliable.

I have an 89 honda civic and I need to convert the injectors from 2 to 4, How can i do it?

I have a 89 honda civic and I bought a vtech engine that came from 94 civic. The 89 civic is 2 injectors and the 94 civic is 4 injectors. What do I have to buy, and how do i Install it in order to convert it from 2 to 4 injectors?|||I dont remember hondas having 2 injectors or throttlebody injection. but I'll try to work with the info you gave me. YOu will need the entire engine wiring harness and the computer to run the 4 injectors. step by step intructions are too complicated to put here. You could have picked an easier project like building a bridge to hawaii. I think you got in a little too deep|||you need to get the wiring harness and ecu of an 91 civic si and the motor will work

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What company does Honda check credit scores through?

Was wondering if any Honda sales reps were out there and could tell me if Honda checks all 3 scores or only checks one of them. (Experian, Equifax, and/or Transunion). Or is it dependant upon the actual local dealer and not the overall Honda company?|||I Have a Honda they check all three score but go off transunion.


I live in Chicago IL

What kinda of audio system should i get in my honda accord?

I am getting a 2009 honda accord and wanna take it to a audio place to get a system. I am hoping to get something that bumps real hard, but i wanna keep te quality, so please just suggest what I should get. Thanks!|||You could go with the DEH-P5100UB receiver from pioneer, I used one in my Saturn and they have great sound quality with enough settings on the equalizer to give you the sound you want. As for a little bump I would suggest using a 500-1000 watt amplifier (depending on how much bump you are looking for) and running a 10 inch sub-woofer in an enclosed case (make sure that your amplifier is bridgeable if your only using one sub). Otherwise a two channel amp running 1000 watts will power two 15's and give you more than enough kick.


Hope you find this useful|||15" ported Kicker L7 :D

What year models of Honda did they upgrade the transmissions?

I was told and also had transmission problems on both V6 model Honda vehicles. 2000 Odyssey %26amp; 2000 Accord. I was told that the transmissions were not strong enough to support the engine torque and the 4 cylinders were a better choice. What year models are made with a better transmission? I'm looking to buy another Odyssey.|||the 4 cylinder transmissions fail regularly too. newer(2005+) odysseys are far more reliable. 99-04's are all pretty much the same in terms of failure rates.|||2006 and up or Manual transmissions are OK





1998-2005 was Honda's dark horse era which they cut costs on A/T assembly which in time promptly back fired and stained the company's reputation.





All Hondas Acuras and Isuzus if it's that year model and it's a V6 make sure it's manual transmission, or if it automatic, get 2006 and up.|||I would suspect the newest generation is worked out. often the factory's are caught in the early production runs with issues such as this and many times the dealerships will get tech bulitins to advise them what can or should be done to remedy the condition. i would really doubt that the base v6 has too much torque for the trans but rather the internal parts are defective.

How well does the Honda Catalytic Converter work?

How clean are the emissions coming from the Honda exhaust pipe, even in the cold winter?|||Exceedingly well.|||converters only convert nitrogen NOX emissions into harmless nitorgen. The catalylists inside do the converting and will work for longer then the car will run, meaning, they last longer then most cars.


Unless they are damaged by oil or gas getting into them.





The catalytic converters do not remove other emissions.|||Hondas are some of the cleanest running engines you'll find on the road. That still doesn't mean the exhaust isn't toxic. Don't even think of trying to heat your house with it. You'll go to sleep and never wake up.

How do I get my front end lower on my honda?

I just installed a set of Eibach lowering springs on my 2005 honda civic lx sedan. The springs were supposed to lower the front 1" and the rear 1.1", however, the rear is at a perfect height but a lot lower the front. The front set of springs did go down a little bit but not as much as they were supposed to and now the front is higher then the rear. Can you tell me why this has oocured and how I can adjust the front more for that perfect fit?|||buy new springs. or if you want to ruin your springs. you could cut them or take a oxy-acdiline torch to heat them.

How to stop 90s Honda Accord leaking in trunk and rear passenger side floor?

I have a 1990 Honda Accord (similar to 89-93 Accords) and it is very wet in the trunk and the rear passenger-side floor?


When is it leaking from? The door/window seals seam fine. Has anyone else had this problem?|||Feel around the trunk and see which section is wettest. My guess is it will probably be right around one of the tail lights. If yes, you can pull the whole light assembly off and see if the gasket is damaged. You will probably need to replace it. If enough water is getting in through the trunk it can easily work it's way to the passenger compartment.

How do you change a fuel filter on a 1997 Honda Accord?

I have a four-cylinder Honda Accord that needs a new fuel filter. I have the fuel filter, and have been told that it's fairly easy, but I can't find the fuel line under the car. Does anyone know of a website to show me how, or can someone walk me through? Thanks!|||i blieve you filter is located either under the air filter box or on the firewall near the passenger middle of the engine comartment.|||Get ready to cuss a lot. The actual replacement isn't bad, metal line screws into both sides, but the placement on the 97 accord will make you want to choke an engineer. it is halfway down the firewall in line with the brake master cylinder. You will probably need 2 crow's feet to get the bastard out. Coming up from the bottom is slightly easier, but you are still going to need every swear word in your vocabulary.|||Spend about $18 on a Haynes Manual from Auto Zone. It will tell you everything you need to know...... and much more! I buy one for every vehicle I own so I can do repairs and diagnose problems myself instead of paying a dealer or mechanic. Also, some vehicle maintenance shops will give you some pointers for free, you just have to ask.|||That's because it's not under the car, open the hood, install your hood prop, stare at your winshield in the center, look a few inches to the left and you will see it. You take the two banjo bolts out and remove the fuel filter.

Does honda have fully synthetic oils? How much for an oil change?

I drive a lot (3000 miles/month) and i want to save time changing the oil for my civic lx. i always take it to honda for a change of oil and filter, but would you think Honda has a fully synthetic one like Mobil 1? And how much do you think it would cost me? thanks!|||here's what you do. if you have an oil change place do the work, specify 4 qts. 10W30 VALVOLINE FULL SYNTHETIC, SEMI SYNTHETIC, or even standard motor oil, 1 qt. DURALUBE (an oil additive which coats all your moving parts in your engine, keeps the oil from breaking down and heating up, and extends the original mfg warrenty an extra 100,000 miles) VERY GOOD STUFF FOR YOUR ENGINE AND I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT, 1- BOSCH premium oil filter. bosch is, by far, the best filter. once you start using valvoline oil in your engine, stick with valvoline. it's not recommended that you keep switching brands of oils for the same engine. and also, the duralube is to be used every 4 oil changes. this engine will last a lifetime if you do this, and keep up the maintenance of your car. i do need to warn you that this is not a cheap oil change, but isn't your engine worth it? if you purchase the parts yourself, and using the standard valvoline oil (which, btw is ok when using the duralube) its going to be about $3.35/ qt. bosch filter about $6.00 and 1 qt duralube about $20.00/ qt|||Yes they offer synthetic oil. You should go to an independent place, not the dealer. They will charge you like $40 for an oil change, an independent place charges like $25. Don't believe all the BS they offer with the oil change. It's a bunch of "inspects"...like inspect tires, inspect fluids. Basically just "looking" at your tires and fluids. Ohh big wow. Definitely not worth $20 extra dollars.|||Honda does have full synthetic oil. You will pay an additional


$20.00 more on top of the regular oil and filter change price.

How much is 1980 Honda Moped Express worth running and ready to ride?

I have 1980 Honda Express Moped and trying to find a value on it. It runs good I have had it for 3 years and it runs good. I have had many offers onit but don't know what to sell it for.|||Old mopeds in proven running shape go for about $100.00 to $300.00 around here in Madison, Wisconsin-- there is a large college campus with tight parking for cars but allows mopeds to park in most of the bicycle areas so that has somewhat helped maintain market price. Honda dealers network also helps keep price up a bit. If you don't have a extra niche market like the college campus- maybe only $200.00 tops, people worry about mileage and top end overhauls or drive train failure, tires, etc. Helps that it is running- mileage AND TIRE CONDITION WILL BE DICKERING POINTS.

Is it possible to disconnect the alarm on a 1995 Honda Passport?

My key chain alarm control no longer works, so I can't turn off my alarm when it goes off. I usually just wait for it, but sometimes it can be a while. And I think its just wasting my battery. So I was wondering if there is a fuse or any electrical part where I can disconnect / take out?





I'm not sure if its Honda's original alarm system or an after-market system.





Thanks ahead of time.|||i had to do that to my van, its not a honda but it could still work for you. locate the brain for the alarm and unplug the wires that go to it. after that try to start the engine. this worked for me.

What year was the honda civic hatchback stop being made?

I have a 1989 Honda Civic hatchback and wanted to get a newer one, but was wondering what was the last year they started making this model? Thanks !|||In the United States the last Honda Civic Hatchback was the 2002-2005 Honda Civic Si.





In Europe the Honda Civic is still being produced in Hatchback models.|||mid 2005|||The new model after the box shape model came into production in 1992!

What can cause a Honda transmission to go into limp mode?

My 2004 honda crv works fine until its warm then it won't shift above second gear. What are your experiences with this? Is the internal filter clogged?|||Usually the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) turns on with a trouble code if the transmission is in 'limp mode'. Is that light on? And if 'yes' then get the code checked and report back.

Certified Pre-Owned Honda Austin 鈥?What鈥檚 the difference between normal and certified?

Heard about Certified Pre-Owned Honda Austin and wondering what the difference between the two was? I just saw the same Honda I want but a certified pre-owned Honda costs the same despite having more miles. What鈥檚 the diff between them?





Brandon|||just another way of selling a car for more a certified pre-owned car is still a used car with a fancy name|||Hey Brandon,





Certified Pre-Owned are dealer approved cars that have been used during leases. These cars are therefore priced more because they are then placed under a longer warranty. The only difference then between the two cars will be that the used car will be cheaper but the certified one will cost more but give you more peace of mind!





Paul

Certified Pre-Owned Honda Austin 鈥?What鈥檚 the difference between normal and certified?

Heard about Certified Pre-Owned Honda Austin and wondering what the difference between the two was? I just saw the same Honda I want but a certified pre-owned Honda costs the same despite having more miles. What鈥檚 the diff between them?





Brandon|||just another way of selling a car for more a certified pre-owned car is still a used car with a fancy name|||Hey Brandon,





Certified Pre-Owned are dealer approved cars that have been used during leases. These cars are therefore priced more because they are then placed under a longer warranty. The only difference then between the two cars will be that the used car will be cheaper but the certified one will cost more but give you more peace of mind!





Paul

How to go with minor body work for a new Honda?

I own a 06 Honda Accord and was hit by fellow passenger in the parking lot. There was a minor paint damage at the rear bumper. Fellow passenger mentioned that he would pay what ever the amount it takes. I already inquired in Honda showroom and got a quote for minor body work. Is the body work from Honda showroom reliable. Any pointers on how to go about this without affecting car history, carfax, insurance etc? The bad thing is that this is not even my fault





Thanks for your time|||I would take it to a reputable body shop. Doesn't have to be a Honda showroom. Since your friend is offering to pay the damages. It shouldn't affect your insurance or any of the other concerns that you are having.

What is the best car between 2006 Honda Accord and 2006 Chevrolet Impala?

What is the best car between 2006 Honda Accord and 2006 Chevrolet Impala?


I am looking to buy a car. Since there a lot going on with the Toyotas, I changed my mind. What is the best car to buy between the 06 Impala and the 06 Honda Accord?|||Actually the Accord gets better mileage, though the Impala isn't much worse. Hondas seem to last longer, not have as many problems, so that's what I'd get. But they're close enough that, really, it comes down to which you like more.|||Well considering your a mexican i would defiantly go for the impala that way they are so easy to soup them out like you Mexicans like to do. don't get me wrong bro i love mexicans!! any who the impala gets way better mileage and they have the BEST carburetors and filter eaters!|||id say honda less hassle and better milliege trust me i have experience|||honda will last longer|||Dodge Ram

How hard is it to put a honda engine in a yamaha dirtbike?

i have an older 250 2-stroke honda engine and ive found an 80's yz125 dirtbike with a bad engine, so what i was wondering is how hard would it be to put the engine in that bike and what modifications, parts, ect. i will need to do the engine/frame to swap the honda engine into the yamaha frame... anything you can tell me will be a big help, thanx in adv.|||Ok look, I hate to bust your bubble but if your asking it is a job that is over your head. The above people are right, it can be done but it takes alot of work, tools, you need to be a good wrench spinner and welder, and it has to be done right.|||forget it unless you are a welder and a machinist and have all the tools including a frame jig everything needs to be modified and without a jig you will never be able to everything lined up you are more likely to kill yourself than get it right|||with time a patience it can be done,you will have to do lots of measuring some cutting and welding but it can be done.hardest thing is making sure the chain runs straight.


i recently put a 2001 cr500 2stroke engine in a 2006 crf450 rolling chassis,it took me 3 weekends some cutting and welding but now have a wicked fun beast.|||first thing is to see which side off the engine the sprocket is on,if it does not match the side with the rear sprocket you may as well quit now,from my own opion i would not try it because i am afrad you will spent money on it and it still will nit work when you are through,go to a bike show and ask them there opion,then you will have the facts

I have a 91 honda accord sometimes the light for the sport mode will blink on and off and the car wont start?

I have a 91 honda accord sometimes the light for the sport mode will blink on and off and the car wont start.?|||I had a 90 accord with that sport button.





When it blinks, I believe it's an issue with the transmission, though, I dont know why that would cause a no-start condition. I recommend you ask this question on www.honda-tech.com, or just search on that site.

Shall I buy a tractor or a Honda Rancher Quad?

We just bought some landand will need a vehicle to help with common chores - as well as develop the land. I was planning on getting the Honda Rancher with attachments, but maybe a tractor is a better purchase... Of course the Honda would be a blast when the work gloves come off. Any input is greatly appreciated!|||I would say go with the tractor. Their built to handle the needs better. Sure you can get different attachments for the ATV but it's not going to do the job as effectively as a tractor. ATV's don't have PTO's, hydraulics and the gear ratio's of a tractor.





You don't mention what your chores are going to be. But if your looking at plowing, tilling, loading, etc the tractor is the way to go. If your planning on just hauling a trailer around or blasting around your property the Rancher would work good for you.





One thing I wish I had for my property is a little skid steer loader. You might want to take a look at them to see if they would work better for you too.|||you don't say how much land, or if it is timbered or not, what are you going to be doing?? building fences, truck farming, growing fruit or nut trees..... come on,, how can anyone help you if you don't give any info!!! I have twenty acres and use a tractor, the wife has a John Deere 'gator' to do yard work and flowers,,,

How much is it to put in an original 1998 Honda Civic steering wheel?

I am looking at buying a car. The only problem is, it has an aftermarket racing steering wheel. I would like to replace it with an original honda civic one and was wondering how much this costs?|||the wheel is the cheap part - maybe $20-50 used on the web. The AIRBAG is going to run you $100+. I would NOT buy the car unless it came with the unused airbag and, in some states, it may be REQUIRED to be reinstalled prior to selling the car.

How much to replace a timing belt on a 2000 Honda Accord EX V6, parts and labor?

I want to get my timing belt replaced on my 2000 Honda Accord EX V6 Coupe. I am not going to do it myself. What is considered a fair price to have it professionally installed?|||Possibly from 500 to 700. Dealers may charge more. But, you have to replace it before it fails, because if it breaks, you need an entire engine install (2000+ dollars).|||not sure which country, but one thing you don't do,is, go to a Honda dealer,as they will rip you off with high labour charges, but you are looking at 2 hours work, plus parts

How to give my Honda lease to someone else?

Did some searching can't find any good results, Will probably end up calling Honda but I would like some information before I go on the phone to know what will possibly happen.





Can I easily give my lease to someone else, how does it work?|||Yes, you can transfer the lease... but it depends entirely on whether Honda's lease allows it. Other companies who allow transfers will require that the original lessee remain responsible for the obligations of the lease if the new lessee defaults. Therefore, it is advised that anyone considering a lease transfer contact their lease company or bank prior to taking any further action. http://www.leaseguide.com/sn/lease-trans鈥?/a>

How do I fix the power windows on my 87 Honda civic?

I just bought an 87 honda civic, which is great, but the power windows are SO slow to come up, and sometimes don't come up at all. They usually always move down, but won't come up (except for really slowly).





I have spent alot of money on this car already, and I need the cheapest possible solution, so some advice would be appreciated. The rubber in between the windows seems to cling a bit. Is it possible thats causing the delay on the wind up?





I know its an old car, so maybe thats where the problem is, but is there an extremely economic solution to this problem?





Thank you.|||Well you could try using a little armor all or silicone spray on the places where it contacts the window. But my money is the silenoid/relay is bad, you have to take the door panel off to replace it, they are usually about $5-$10 each. If that didn't fix it check the switch, if you have redundant switches see if any make them go faster, sometimes you have a voltage drop when the switches get old, they too are pretty cheap to replace.





Other than that its the window motor getting weak and they will cost $65-$120 per motor and require removal of the door panel, then you have to grind the heads off the rivets that hold the motor in. Then put in the new motor.





A repair manual can be picked up at the local parts store for 10 bucks and will guide you thru the process to fix it.

How to bleed a Honda Element cooling system?

Replaced the thermostat,coolant and flushed the system. Honda dealer said there may be an air pocket(no heat) how do I bleed the air pocket out?|||There are two ways to bleed the cooling system Essentially, to bleed the cooling system you need to get the top of the radiator above the level of the top of the heater core that is located under the right side of the instrument panel.





technicians who work on cooling systems have a special adapter that is basically a combined radiator cap and a funnel that is put on the radiator. then the funnel is filled with coolant so that the level of the coolant is above the top of the heater core. Then the engine is run until the thermostat opens and the air bleeds out.





If you don't have the set-up to bleed the system this way then the only other alternative is to raise the front of the vehicle up so that the top of the radiator is above the heater core. (You can get an idea of how high that is by following the heater hoses to the engine wall on the passenger side of the vehicle; the top of the heater core will be a bit above the upper heater hose). I've seen the drive up ramps work well enough to raise the radiator up. I've also seen people drive the front wheels up a curb (be careful if you try that). Or, if at all possible, find a really steep hill (that works best).





when you get the vehicle properly positioned then you can allow the engine to cool so that you can remove the radiator cap. Leaving the car parked for an hour would be the right thing to do. then fill the radiator with coolant and run the engine until the level drops, then refill.





that will get the air out of the system





hope that helps|||If the dealer did this work then he is responsible for having it in correct condition. If the heater worked before it should work now. The water pump circulates coolant to the heater. Maybe the valve that controls the flow is not opening. An air pocket would be unusual as the system is under pressure. The flush and fill is a $$$ maker for the dealer and does nothing for the cooling system. It can in fact cause your radiator to plug up. Tell the dealer to fix it. From now on stay away from dealers.

What is the best and cheapest way to improve a honda 400ex for handling and performance?

i have a 2002 honda 400ex that has hand guards and nerfs it is otherwise stock


any suggestions are appreciated.|||there is no cheap way to do it....





the 400EX has a very narrow power band for a 4 stroke.. %26amp; the max power is at the top of the rev range..





so to keep them moving at a great rate of knots you have to keep changing gear to keep the revs up near the red line..





you could possibly get a bit more out of it if you worked on the motor.. but the cost would be more than the benefit would be worth...

How much time does it take for the Porsche to catch the Honda?

Two cars, a Porsche and a Honda, are traveling in the same direction, although the Porsche is 184 m behind the Honda. The speed of the Porsche is 23.9 m/s and the speed of the Honda is 17.9 m/s. How much time does it take for the Porsche to catch the Honda? [Hint: What must be true about the displacements of the two cars when they meet?]|||Hey!





Here's the entire answer to your question.





Let's first identify the values we're given:





d = distance Porsche is behind Honda = 184 m





V = speed of Porsche = 23.9 m/s





v = speed of Honda = 17.9 m/s





The "hint" in the problem asks what must be true about the displacements of the cars when they meet? Well, the displacements must be EQUAL if they meet:





displacement of Honda = displacement of Porsche





or





d(Honda) = d(Porsche)





Now let's figure out what these displacements are. Assume that the INITIAL position of the Porsche is d = 0. Then:





d(Honda) = d + v*t





d(Porsche) = V*t





Now we equate these two values:





d + v*t = V*t





Here t = time, which is what we're solving for. Rearranging terms to solve for t:





t = d / (V-v)





= 184 m / (23.9 m/s - 17.9 m/s)





= 30.66 seconds








So the Porsche will catch up to the Honda in 30.66 seconds. That's your answer!























anaGah.|||The basic formula would be vp * t = vh * t + x


Rewrite as t = x / (vp - vh) = 184 / (23.9 - 17.9) = 184 / 6 = 30.6 seconds.|||Tiempo de alcance:





Ta = d / ( V1 - V2).....................( V1 %26gt; V2 )





Ta = 184 / (23,9 - 17,9) = 30,67s





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How far can a Honda Civic and a Prius go on Electric mode?

How many miles can a Honda Civic and a Prius go when the battery is fully charged. (civic hybrid and prius hybrid car)|||Hi,





stay with me and I'll give you the full answer.





Actually, both vehicles are "full hybrids" meaning they can run under electric-only mode for short distances at low speeds.





The Civic was just upgraded to a full hybrid in 2006, but the Prius has always been a full hybrid.





The Prius system will take you further, up to 25 miles in stop and go traffic, with the regenerative braking system. And the Prius will go faster, up to 25 mph, with careful acceleration.





The Civic system is not able to do either of those marks. It uses Honda's hybrid system called the "Integrated Motor Assist" and it's mostly designed to boost the gas engine, not run on electric mode for any length of time.





Essentially, you have two different vehicles. The Prius is a mid-sized sedan that is more equal to a Camry or Accord for features, technology, price, and comfort. The Civic is a compact and is on the same level as a Corolla for features, tech (excluding the IMA), price and comfort.





Not to say either is better than the other for what they do. They are just different, just as the Civic is to the Accord or the Corolla is to the Prius.





One last note, Prius sold in Europe and Asia come with an "EV" mode button. Pressing that button disables the gas engine for city driving. That is where the 25 mph/25 miles distance come into play.





We don't have that ability here in the US because our driving conditions are too different from theirs to justify having it here. Basically, we drive longer distances in our urban environments and Americans drive faster over those long distances and would overcome the EV mode too easily. (We also don't get the auto parking option that the Prius' over there have (similar system on Lexus GS here in the US) because thier parking is so much tighter there on average.)





The Civic isn't available with an EV mode at all, here or there.





BTW, to answer the previous post...





Computer system updates / changes / etc. for the Prius are covered by Toyota during the 8 year or 100,000 mile warranty period. And a safe bet would be that Toyota would update your Prius any time an update would be needed after that.





Every manufacturer has computer upgrades, even Volkswagen.





And as far as less parts go, Prius have no throttle cables (electronic acceleration), no steering pumps or steering belts (electronic steering), no starters, no alternators, no distributors, each cylinder is individually controlled with it's own fuel injector, a sealed CVT so no regular transmission, and with the regenerative barking system, you should never have to replace the brake pads because the generator does almost all of your braking.





Anyway, if you'd like any more details, read my other posts or contact me.|||the Honda does not drive on Electric mode, instead an electric motor helps with acceleration, which reduces gas consumption...





the prius will drive on electric mode for a short time, and or only at low speeds. The prius will start the engine, and shut it off when it feels that it does not need the engine running.





The Prius system is way cooler,.





But why waste the extra money, when any of the TDi Diesel get 50mpg!! And are better built. No spark ignition system, no computer problems...(think hybrids have computer errors???,, they cost a bunch to fix)





read


http://www.transmitmedia.com/golfTDI/





and you can make your own biodiesl when gas is not available...


http://journeytoforever.org/biodiesel_ma鈥?/a>|||professorprius gave a very full, accurate answer. I just wanted to add that you can purchase an "EV" (which stands for electric vehicle) button to install on your Prius yourself.





It is sold for $45 + shipping by a 3rd-party company, Costal Electronic Technologies, who claims you can install it yourself with a needle-nosed pliers and a screwdriver in 25 minutes.





I'm still looking into whether or not this voids your warranty (it sounds like it shouldn't, but you can never be too careful) and some other details about the product.

How much does a timing belt replacement cost on a honda civic?

I have a 1998 Honda Civic lx. I have 185,000 miles on it and have been told multiple times that i should have the timing belt replaced. Does anyone know how much that generally costs? There is a place here that says that the price starts at $199. Let me know your thoughts!!! Thanks!|||The labour time is 3.6 hours for that job. This quote is for air conditioning, cruise control power steering which will all interfere with getting to the timing belt. Now because the water pump is driven by the timing belt, it makes sense to replace it at the same time. The belt will be around $60 and the pump is almost $90 from the dealer. The labour is the shops door rate times the 3.6... I just did one yesterday.





- Automotive apprentice|||This is really interesting...my husband got quote at more than 3 times what everyone is saying( around 900+) . I'm glad to know that it can be done ourselves or that we really need to shop around.

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|||Having 185,000 miles doesn't necessarily mean you need to have a timing belt replacement. If the people who keep telling you multiple times without knowing your car's history, then they either have a personal agenda or just repeating what others have said to them.





If you've had your timing belt replaced within the last 90,000 you should still be fine. If you haven't had a timing belt replacement for over 100,000 miles, consider having it replaced.





A new timing belt could cost you about $50 from your local auto parts store. A new tensioner could cost you around $20. So that would be about $130 for just the labor if the total cost starts at $199.





Although I did the labor to replace my own timing belt for free, I would think $130 is still high...more like $50 - $100 would be reasonable.





If you would like to read how a timing belt is replaced, you can learn here:





http://www.hondacivicrepairs.com/timing_鈥?/a>





Good luck!|||hondas are kinda weird, if the timing belt breaks due to old age, your valves will hit your pistons, and then you will need a new engine. So get this done ASAP! i would also suggest replacing the water pump, you must take off the timing belt in order to replace the water pump. it may not be bad right now, but say you pay the 500$ to do the timing belt tomorrow, then by friday the water pump goes out, guess what, youll have to pay money to have that timing belt taken back off.....so its a waste of money not to do the water pump at the same time as the timing belt.....with that said, most shops charge around 600$ for the timing belt and water pump.





Good luck|||3-500.00 Must use factory timing belt, water pump and tensioner, make sure they replace the seals on the cam and crank shaft while they are in there and you should be fine for another 100k miles. If you do not think the motor has that much left, use any timing belt and you should be ok for 60-80k miles. The cost differance is not very much for a little more peace of mind.|||300 to 450 i would make sure you change all the tensioners and waterpump also.