Honda Accord Fixes and Repairs for Problems, Overheating, Engine light, Aircon, Noisy fan belt, Jerking, Odors

If you’re having technical issues with your Honda Accord, look no further than this list of Honda Accord fixes, and repairs for problems, overheating, engine light, aircon, noisy fan belt, jerking, odors, and others. You can run through this list to solve the most common Honda Accord overheating, air con, and other problems.

Problem #1 – Honda Accord Engine is Overheating

Normally the cooling system is pressurizing when the engine is put under load. This means that there is a head gasket leak. Try these solutions:

Have the engine checked with a sniff test / block test to eliminate the possible cause
Use a pressure test on the cooling system to eliminate any exterior leaks, such as that in the water pump
Prioritize on the above to checks before trying more advanced solutions.

Problem #2 – Honda Accord Engine light stays on / won’t turn off

Currently the only known workaround is switching the engine off and quickly restarting it, so the light goes out and the engine operates normally. Disconnecting the battery first can also fix this. This problem is usually caused by sensor faults located inside the distributor unit, so you can have your mechanic check that.

Problem #3 – I smell oil fumes through the Honda Accord vents

This is caused by holes in the sump. Don’t try to start your engine without oil in the sump since this will cause the engine to freeze. Follow these steps:

1. Plug the hole in the sump or replace the sump cover
2. Put new oil in your engine
3. Try and turn the engine over very slow, if possible by hand, to circulate the oil

If these steps do not work, you may have already seriously damaged your engine and will need professional assistance.

Problem #4 – Honda Accord AC / air-conditioning stops working – Doesn’t cool and will not blow any air

First thing to check is if the pollon filter is blocked. Otherwise, your AC pressure might need checking.

Problem #5 – Honda Accord clutch slips or engine revs when accelerating

Even if you don’t smell the burnt waft of a slipping clutch, it might as well be due for replacement if this problem happens. Stay on the safe side an replace it.

Problem #6 – Honda Accord noisy / squealing fan belt

This commonly a loose fan belt, and sometimes might be related to some air conditioning problems. The simple solution is to tighten the belt.

Problem #7 – Honda Accord brake travels excessively or is too low

The problem is when your brakes need to be pressed all the way down before it bites. This is a dangerous situation since it is usually related to a master cylinder fault, and can be resolved with the following steps:

1. Bleed the brakes of its their fluid since you might have air in the pipes
2. Check master and slave cylinders
3. Check disks and pads for dampness or leaks

Problem #8 – Honda Accord short circuits

Usually found after a battery is drained and you try to jump start it. Just use electrical testing equipment around the battery and starters, and isolate the wiring the needs to be repaired.

Problem #9 – Honda Accord shakes, jerks, stutters when accelerating or decelerating

When accelerating, this is normally caused by poor ignition involving plugs, leads, etc. This can also be caused by dirty injectors. Decelerating is another case though, which may be caused by split vac pipes and hoses on the inlet manifold.

Problem #10 – Honda Accord over revs or revs too much right after starting

Be careful as this can cause overheating if you leave it to be. Be sure to check your car basics such as oil and coolant levels to arrest this issue.

If it is overheating immediately upon starting the car, you may:

• Be very low on coolant
• Have a faulty thermostat limiting the circulation of the coolant
• Have a damaged or displaced impeller on the back of the water pump
• Check other congestions that may stop the circulation of the coolant

There’s my comprehensive list of Honda Accord fixes – if you’re facing other problems with your Honda Accord, be sure to post them in the comments section below and our community can help out.

Honda Accord Fixes and Repairs for Problems, Overheating, Engine light, Aircon, Noisy fan belt, Jerking, Odors

Originally posted 2011-11-01 23:14:58. Republished by Blog Post Promoter