theadeola:
Hello house. I scanned my 2008 Honda Accord and this is the code that came up;

P0011

I cleared the code and drove again, and the code came back. Research online shows that I should have symptoms like rough idle and reduced acceleration, but I don't. Car idles well and accelerates fine.

I want to tell a mech to remove the vtc filter and clean, but I'm not sure and I don't want any unnecessary poking into my engine.

Pls any competent Honda mech in Ibadan?

which app is this?

jceesquare:

By physical inspection and looking out for cracks and wear marks

Inside the engine? Means you have to open the engine?

fineboynl:
which app is this?

App? Do you mean the scanner?

theadeola:


App? Do you mean the scanner?

no the app

Dozieson:


Inside the engine? Means you have to open the engine?

Ah
But you’re always giving solution on here na, thought you should know.
You don’t have to open the engine, just remove the fan belt and power steering pump to access the timing belt cover, then open a portion of the timing belt cover (the upper camshaft one) where you can see the camshaft pulley and a portion of the belt.
You then have someone else go down and turn the crank shaft while you inspect the belt for cracks or breaks as the person turns it. You can see both the bottom part of the belt and upper part
This is for Honda v6 engine sha, I do not know how it works on the 4 plugs, but should be similar.
Then again it depends on if the seller will allow you to open up the car.
It’s the kind of inspection that’s usually done after buying.

Boss I just bought they engine of recent... barely 4 months old

Dozieson:


This major problem here is misfiring. The plugs and coils needed to be replaced. If it doesn't solve the issue. Then the engine is faulty

Onyeka90210:

Ah
But you’re always giving solution on here na, thought you should know.
You don’t have to open the engine, just remove the fan belt and power steering pump to access the timing belt cover, then open a portion of the timing belt cover (the upper camshaft one) where you can see the camshaft pulley and a portion of the belt.
You then have someone else go down and turn the crank shaft while you inspect the belt for cracks or breaks as the person turns it. You can see both the bottom part of the belt and upper part
This is for Honda v6 engine sha, I do not know how it works on the 4 plugs, but should be similar.
Then again it depends on if the seller will allow you to open up the car.
It’s the kind of inspection that’s usually done after buying.

The k24 uses timing chain not belt. Don't know about the civic engines. But you are right about belt check for engines, as for chain valve cover must come off but chain rarely gives issues except when very low quality engine oil is used or the engine itself has factory issues like the nissan QG18DE for 2000 to 2003 model vehicles.

Onyeka90210:

Ah
But you’re always giving solution on here na, thought you should know.
You don’t have to open the engine, just remove the fan belt and power steering pump to access the timing belt cover, then open a portion of the timing belt cover (the upper camshaft one) where you can see the camshaft pulley and a portion of the belt.
You then have someone else go down and turn the crank shaft while you inspect the belt for cracks or breaks as the person turns it. You can see both the bottom part of the belt and upper part
This is for Honda v6 engine sha, I do not know how it works on the 4 plugs, but should be similar.
Then again it depends on if the seller will allow you to open up the car.
It’s the kind of inspection that’s usually done after buying.

Was referring to someone that said timing belt should be checked when inspecting a car. Though surprised but I want to learn how timing belt can be checked. We are open to learning

nurey:


The k24 uses timing chain not belt. Don't know about the civic engines. But you are right about belt check for engines, as for chain valve cover must come off but chain rarely gives issues except when very low quality engine oil is used or the engine itself has factory issues like the nissan QG18DE for 2000 to 2003 model vehicles.

I think 1995 to 2005 civics came with the timing belt not chain.

Dozieson:


Inside the engine? Means you have to open the engine?

No. Just open the plastic timing belt cover by the side to inspect.
It's easily accessible and you do not need to take out the engine or any major components unlike timing chain.
I thought you're a technician. Or are you a DIY enthusiast?

fineboynl:
no the app

Okay. It's the thinkdiag app.

jceesquare:

No. Just open the plastic timing belt cover by the side to inspect.
It's easily accessible and you do not need to take out the engine or any major components unlike timing chain.
I thought you're a technician. Or are you a DIY enthusiast?

Lol. I do it myself Bro

my mechanic services my engine oil switch on Friday, ... But they engine light still come up .

This dey new code I'm getting after scam now...

PO301
PO451
PO452
PO135
P2185
PO135

So my electrician have to swap 1st cylinder coil, plus a new plug, ... then swab out dey code and scan

So I'm getting

P2185
PO135

luvinhubby:



Refurbished engine or bad plug coils

Onyeka90210:

I think 1995 to 2005 civics came with the timing belt not chain.

Which is better between timing chain and belt?

yak:


Which is better between timing chain and belt?

Timing chain lasts longer, more durable
May never need to replace it.
Timing belt on the other hand has to be replaced after some miles especially in places with extreme temps cause it can snap if it’s badly worn.
Major reason you have to replace once you notice cracks is, once it snaps while the engine is running, the pistons will damage the engine valves and you’ll be spending much more in engine repairs just because the belt cut.

Hello bosses,

I use a 2007 Honda civic and it is almost due for service.

I have always serviced with Mobil engine oil, I intend to make use of a total engine oil for the next service.

I would like to confirm if this is advisable and be sure if there won't be a side effect to the change of engine oil.

Thank you

Onyeka90210:

Timing chain lasts longer, more durable
May never need to replace it.
Timing belt on the other hand has to be replaced after some miles especially in places with extreme temps cause it can snap if it’s badly worn.
Major reason you have to replace once you notice cracks is, once it snaps while the engine is running, the pistons will damage the engine valves and you’ll be spending much more in engine repairs just because the belt cut.

Thanks Bro for the explanation

flex12:
Hello bosses,

I use a 2007 Honda civic and it is almost due for service.

I have always serviced with Mobil engine oil, I intend to make use of a total engine oil for the next service.

I would like to confirm if this is advisable and be sure if there won't be a side effect to the change of engine oil.

Thank you

The important thing here is that you use the recommended oil weight for your car, so find out the correct oil weight and use it. If you've been using 20w 50 for a long time, pls continue.

Onyeka90210:

Timing chain lasts longer, more durable
May never need to replace it.
Timing belt on the other hand has to be replaced after some miles especially in places with extreme temps cause it can snap if it’s badly worn.
Major reason you have to replace once you notice cracks is, once it snaps while the engine is running, the pistons will damage the engine valves and you’ll be spending much more in engine repairs just because the belt cut.

Only applicable to interference engine design.

jceesquare:

Only applicable to interference engine design.

All honda engines are interference engines

Scanned my car..
Got these codes..
Can anyone break it down for me?

lacasa:
Hello all,

i drive a. 2k5 honda accord, ii αve a problem.

While i'm driving i notice dat after i slow down or wen i want ϯo re-accelerate sometimes, the engine vibrates (shakes) until i lift my foot off the throttle completely, bt wen i put my foot back on the throttle it moves normally.


i thought it was the spark plugs causing this, but i've changed the 4 plugs with new ones but it still does same.

a mechanic said it's probably from the fuel pump.

Any ideas wat it is

Fuel pump.. either it's weak or the filter is blocked

HenryWilliams:
Scanned my car..
Got these codes..
Can anyone break it down for me?

P2185: Check ur ECT ( the thermostat is removed and the fan is running direct once the ignition is on).

P0135: Air-fuel sensor to be changed (it is behind the engine, on top the exhaust manifold)

P0141: Oxygen sensor to be changed (located under the car, attached to the catalyst compartment)
I guess ur car is an i4 not a v6.

NB: Oxygen sensor is longer (wire) than the Air-fuel sensor. Test the sensors very well.
Also, I guess catalyst no dey ur car again

mejai:

P2185: Check ur ECT ( the thermostat is removed and the fan is running direct once the ignition is on).

P0135: Air-fuel sensor to be changed (it is behind the engine, on top the exhaust manifold)

P0141: Oxygen sensor to be changed (located under the car, attached to the catalyst compartment)
I guess ur car is an i4 not a v6.

NB: Oxygen sensor is longer (wire) than the Air-fuel sensor. Test the sensors very well.
Also, I guess catalyst no dey ur car again

You're very correct..
The car is 4cyl.
I'm not sure if the catalyst is there not not
The car was wired direct with thermostat removed initially but I've reversed it back to factory specs .
I've already planned purchasing those two sensors . I'll probably need the part number.. how does one test the sensors to know if it's still working optimally?

Does anyone have the service manual for Accord 07?

HenryWilliams:


You're very correct..
The car is 4cyl.
I'm not sure if the catalyst is there not not
The car was wired direct with thermostat removed initially but I've reversed it back to factory specs .
I've already planned purchasing those two sensors . I'll probably need the part number.. how does one test the sensors to know if it's still working optimally?

Does anyone have the service manual for Accord 07?

U can download it online
As for the testing? Multimeter or something like that is what the normally use to test it.

mejai:

U can download it online
As for the testing? Multimeter or something like that is what the normally use to test it.

Are we testing continuity?
I'm new at this tho.
I'll probably get them this weekend at Willoughby..
That first code.. P2185
It refers to the engine coolant temperature sensor.. there's one under the radiator drivers side. I discovered it wasn't connected. Couldn't even find the plug.. the ecu wasn't reading it

HenryWilliams:


Are we testing continuity?
I'm new at this tho.
I'll probably get them this weekend at Willoughby..
That first code.. P2185
It refers to the engine coolant temperature sensor.. there's one under the radiator drivers side. I discovered it wasn't connected. Couldn't even find the plug.. the ecu wasn't reading it

It's obviously 'double cell' radiator was installed. Find a technician to check it out and see if it can be installed (ECTS). Willoughby should be able to sort all out.

Good morning House!
Pls I used masking tape yesterday to hold a poster on my car for an event.
After removing the poster, I noticed lines of sticky gummy residues left by the masking tape.

Pls Does anyone have an idea of what I can use to safely remove those marks without harming the car paint?

WycliffeSMB:
Good morning House!
Pls I used masking tape yesterday to hold a poster on my car for an event.
After removing the poster, I noticed lines of sticky gummy residues left by the masking tape.

Pls Does anyone have an idea of what I can use to safely remove those marks without harming the car paint?

You can try fuel or spirit.

Onyeka90210:

You can try fuel or spirit.

Okay, thanks. Hope the fuel won't ruin my car paint?

WycliffeSMB:


Okay, thanks. Hope the fuel won't ruin my car paint?

I do not know the quality of your paint. But I doubt fuel will affect it
Just make sure you use a dry rag to clean off.
.

Onyeka90210:

I do not know the quality of your paint. But I doubt fuel will affect it
Just make sure you use a dry rag to clean off.
.

Alright Sir, thanks