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Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by remi4ever(m): 12:08pm On Aug 25, 2025
Hi tpain121, Macmilla has a good point. It's possible the replacement TPS is also faulty, or there's a wiring issue. Here are a few more things to consider:

1. **Throttle Body:** A dirty or faulty throttle body can also cause TPS-related codes.
2. **ECU:** In rare cases, the ECU itself might be the problem.
3. **Wiring Harness:** Check the entire wiring harness for any signs of damage or corrosion, not just the area around the sensor.

Since you're in Lagos, I'd recommend taking it to a reputable mechanic who has experience with Honda vehicles. They'll have the right diagnostic tools to figure out the exact problem. I hope you get it sorted out soon!
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by RockyEyo(m): 3:35pm On Aug 25, 2025
I need a Honda civic car for uber my budget is small o 3m, can I get it

Location is Lagos
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Kaymaxi2222(m): 6:06pm On Aug 25, 2025
RockyEyo:
I need a Honda civic car for uber my budget is small o 3m, can I get it

Location is Lagos
if you can do 3.3 I have one for you but the paint is fading ooo everything else works perfectly
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Benagro: 9:34pm On Aug 25, 2025
remi4ever:
Hi Benagro, it's common for the belt tensioner to be a source of noise in that model. Since you've already replaced the adjuster, here are a few other things to check:

1. **The belt itself:** A worn or frayed belt can cause noise.
2. **The tensioner pulley:** The pulley itself can wear out and cause noise.
3. **Other pulleys:** Check the other pulleys in the belt system (alternator, power steering, etc.) for any signs of wear or damage.
4. **Alignment:** Make sure all the pulleys are properly aligned.

It would be best to have a mechanic take a look to pinpoint the exact source of the noise. I hope this helps!
Thanks so much, I will try the suggestions
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by RockyEyo(m): 4:52am On Aug 26, 2025
Kaymaxi2222:
if you can do 3.3 I have one for you but the paint is fading ooo everything else works perfectly
Good morning please can I see pictures sir....
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by vivalavida(m): 10:44am On Aug 26, 2025
remi4ever:
Hi tpain121, Macmilla has a good point. It's possible the replacement TPS is also faulty, or there's a wiring issue. Here are a few more things to consider:

1. **Throttle Body:** A dirty or faulty throttle body can also cause TPS-related codes.
2. **ECU:** In rare cases, the ECU itself might be the problem.
3. **Wiring Harness:** Check the entire wiring harness for any signs of damage or corrosion, not just the area around the sensor.

Since you're in Lagos, I'd recommend taking it to a reputable mechanic who has experience with Honda vehicles. They'll have the right diagnostic tools to figure out the exact problem. I hope you get it sorted out soon!
why don't you quote the person you wanna respond to?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by chillex8(m): 1:47pm On Aug 26, 2025
RockyEyo:
I need a Honda civic car for uber my budget is small o 3m, can I get it

Location is Lagos
Check my pro-file
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by remi4ever(m): 5:42pm On Aug 26, 2025
vivalavida:
why don't you quote the person you wanna respond to?
Was too lazy to go back so I mentioned him instead.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by reverendfather: 7:34pm On Aug 26, 2025
For the past one week, My Honda Accord has been doing hard starting, especially in the mornings and whenever it is parked for more than 5 minutes. The issue began after I replaced the speed sensors. During scanning, the car showed a misfire, so the mechanic worked on the injectors and installed brand new NGK spark plugs. The car started immediately afterward, was test-driven, and all warning lights (check engine, brake, VSA, ABS) cleared.

I drove home without problems, but the next morning it refused to start. The engine kept cranking and the green key light kept on blinking as if it did not recognize my key. It eventually started after several attempts and idled normally. Later that day at work, the same thing happened again. After the second crank, the check engine light came on. My scanner showed codes P060A and P1659, both pointing to ECU issues.

I researched and found out that other Accord 2008 - 2012 owners encountered similar problems as soon as they changed their sparkplugs, some went ahead to replace their ECU but the fault persisted.
They suggested changing sparkplugs, I did that this evening - problem still on, another suggested getting a new battery, I did that too still no fix. One suggested getting back my old plugs, but we can't find the old plugs anymore

My mechanic is yet to suggest anything at the moment so I don't waste money anyhow.

I just dey regret bothering myself with fixing the vsa and the misfiring ever since. The hard start has embarrassed me on multiple occasions within the space of one week
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by johnnyn1(m): 7:57pm On Aug 26, 2025
uncleck:
I use a 2005 Honda Civic, anytime I put on the AC I feel vibration on the steering and throttle pedal thereby making it difficult to use on bad road. What could be the problem?
Check your engine seats
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by vivalavida(m): 9:39pm On Aug 26, 2025
reverendfather:
For the past one week, My Honda Accord has been doing hard starting, especially in the mornings and whenever it is parked for more than 5 minutes. The issue began after I replaced the speed sensors. During scanning, the car showed a misfire, so the mechanic worked on the injectors and installed brand new NGK spark plugs. The car started immediately afterward, was test-driven, and all warning lights (check engine, brake, VSA, ABS) cleared.

I drove home without problems, but the next morning it refused to start. The engine kept cranking and the green key light kept on blinking as if it did not recognize my key. It eventually started after several attempts and idled normally. Later that day at work, the same thing happened again. After the second crank, the check engine light came on. My scanner showed codes P060A and P1659, both pointing to ECU issues.

I researched and found out that other Accord 2008 - 2012 owners encountered similar problems as soon as they changed their sparkplugs, some went ahead to replace their ECU but the fault persisted.
They suggested changing sparkplugs, I did that this evening - problem still on, another suggested getting a new battery, I did that too still no fix. One suggested getting back my old plugs, but we can't find the old plugs anymore

My mechanic is yet to suggest anything at the moment so I don't waste money anyhow.

I just dey regret bothering myself with fixing the vsa and the misfiring ever since. The hard start has embarrassed me on multiple occasions within the space of one week
Who was ur plug gor the speed sensors?
Is the person in lagos?
How much did u get them?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Jamie90(m): 8:37am On Sep 01, 2025
johnnyn1:
Check your engine seats
I need a Honda expert to inspect a 2015 Honda Civic. The seller claims it entered 4 years ago and mostly parked but routinely serviced.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by johnnyn1(m): 8:01pm On Sep 02, 2025
Jamie90:
I need a Honda expert to inspect a 2015 Honda Civic. The seller claims it entered 4 years ago and mostly parked but routinely serviced.
I’m not an Honda expert biko but hell yeah I know cars.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by ImDFavoured1: 8:25pm On Sep 02, 2025
Good evening great friends, please I need help. My engine (Honda pilot) goes off when I break or slow down at pot holes or check points. If it doesn't go off, it seems to have a rough idling at low rmp. I have scanned repeatedly and get error P0108. I have switched between 3 MAP sensors but challenge persists.

What could be the issue? Pls, help
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by 2cribz: 8:50pm On Sep 02, 2025
Loose battery connector..loose coil or coil wires.....bad plugs....quote author=ImDFavoured1 post=136669051]Good evening great friends, please I need help. My engine (Honda pilot) goes off when I break or slow down at pot holes or check points. If it doesn't go off, it seems to have a rough idling at low rmp. I have scanned repeatedly and get error P0108. I have switched between 3 MAP sensors but challenge persists.

What could be the issue? Pls, help[/quote]
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by kingreign(m): 9:41pm On Sep 02, 2025
Jamie90:
I need a Honda expert to inspect a 2015 Honda Civic. The seller claims it entered 4 years ago and mostly parked but routinely serviced.
Location?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by accelion(m): 1:11pm On Sep 04, 2025
Hello all,

I’m seeking a reliable automotive electrical engineer in Lagos to diagnose and fix the ongoing fuel consumption and power loss issues in my car.

I’ve tried many mechanics and electricians, but most don’t understand the problem. No disrespect, but my experience has been frustrating — many rely on guesswork, delegate work to apprentices, or rush jobs without proper diagnostics. This issue requires coordinated live data readings and interpretation, rather than trial and error.




Vehicle Details:

- Car: 2013 Honda Accord
- Engine: 2.4L 4-cylinder i-VTEC (K24)
- Location: Ikeja, Lagos

The Problem:

- Extremely poor fuel economy: Between 7–11 MPG (3–4.5 km/l), even after repairs.
- Loss of performance: The car drives okay for the first few minutes, then the power drops, and the throttle feels hard to press
- No current CEL (Check Engine Light): I’ve resolved the previous P0420 by replacing the cat with an OEM Tokunbo
- All basic sensors and components have been replaced




Replaced Components So Far:

- MAF Sensor
- Upstream & Downstream O2 Sensors
- Catalytic Converter (OEM Tokunbo)
- Fuel Pump & Fuel Rail
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP)
- Purge Valve
- Cleaned throttle body
- Checked for vacuum leaks
- Reset adaptations

Despite all this, the issue persists. I’m convinced it’s one or two remaining faults, likely electrical or ECU-related, but I need someone who truly understands data stream diagnostics, electrical signals, and real-time performance analysis — not someone who just reads OBD codes. Could the exhaust system (muffler) be blocked, causing the car to choke? Could it be the ECU malfunctioning? Whatever it is, I'd rather use a verified diagnosis to figure it out. I scanned, and there are no DTCs.

I’m exhausted and almost considering selling the car because of this.




What I Need:

- A real electrical engineer, not a guess-based mechanic
- Someone with access to advanced diagnostics (OBD, live stream, volt/amp checks)
- Preferably with Honda experience
- Lagos-based.

Any recommendations will be greatly appreciated. I'd also answer any questions you have for me regarding the car. Thanks!
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by mayor2013: 7:26pm On Sep 04, 2025
accelion:
Hello all,

I’m seeking a reliable automotive electrical engineer in Lagos to diagnose and fix the ongoing fuel consumption and power loss issues in my car.

I’ve tried many mechanics and electricians, but most don’t understand the problem. No disrespect, but my experience has been frustrating — many rely on guesswork, delegate work to apprentices, or rush jobs without proper diagnostics. This issue requires coordinated live data readings and interpretation, rather than trial and error.




Vehicle Details:

- Car: 2013 Honda Accord
- Engine: 2.4L 4-cylinder i-VTEC (K24)
- Location: Ikeja, Lagos

The Problem:

- Extremely poor fuel economy: Between 7–11 MPG (3–4.5 km/l), even after repairs.
- Loss of performance: The car drives okay for the first few minutes, then the power drops, and the throttle feels hard to press
- No current CEL (Check Engine Light): I’ve resolved the previous P0420 by replacing the cat with an OEM Tokunbo
- All basic sensors and components have been replaced




Replaced Components So Far:

- MAF Sensor
- Upstream & Downstream O2 Sensors
- Catalytic Converter (OEM Tokunbo)
- Fuel Pump & Fuel Rail
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP)
- Purge Valve
- Cleaned throttle body
- Checked for vacuum leaks
- Reset adaptations

Despite all this, the issue persists. I’m convinced it’s one or two remaining faults, likely electrical or ECU-related, but I need someone who truly understands data stream diagnostics, electrical signals, and real-time performance analysis — not someone who just reads OBD codes. Could the exhaust system (muffler) be blocked, causing the car to choke? Could it be the ECU malfunctioning? Whatever it is, I'd rather use a verified diagnosis to figure it out. I scanned, and there are no DTCs.

I’m exhausted and almost considering selling the car because of this.




What I Need:

- A real electrical engineer, not a guess-based mechanic
- Someone with access to advanced diagnostics (OBD, live stream, volt/amp checks)
- Preferably with Honda experience
- Lagos-based.

Any recommendations will be greatly appreciated. I'd also answer any questions you have for me regarding the car. Thanks!
Call multiautolab on 08165520837 (whats app)
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by ManAdii: 5:51pm On Sep 05, 2025
How can I get engine and transmission mounts?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by ManAdii: 6:03pm On Sep 05, 2025
accelion:
Hello all,

I’m seeking a reliable automotive electrical engineer in Lagos to diagnose and fix the ongoing fuel consumption and power loss issues in my car.

I’ve tried many mechanics and electricians, but most don’t understand the problem. No disrespect, but my experience has been frustrating — many rely on guesswork, delegate work to apprentices, or rush jobs without proper diagnostics. This issue requires coordinated live data readings and interpretation, rather than trial and error.




Vehicle Details:

- Car: 2013 Honda Accord
- Engine: 2.4L 4-cylinder i-VTEC (K24)
- Location: Ikeja, Lagos

The Problem:

- Extremely poor fuel economy: Between 7–11 MPG (3–4.5 km/l), even after repairs.
- Loss of performance: The car drives okay for the first few minutes, then the power drops, and the throttle feels hard to press
- No current CEL (Check Engine Light): I’ve resolved the previous P0420 by replacing the cat with an OEM Tokunbo
- All basic sensors and components have been replaced




Replaced Components So Far:

- MAF Sensor
- Upstream & Downstream O2 Sensors
- Catalytic Converter (OEM Tokunbo)
- Fuel Pump & Fuel Rail
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP)
- Purge Valve
- Cleaned throttle body
- Checked for vacuum leaks
- Reset adaptations

Despite all this, the issue persists. I’m convinced it’s one or two remaining faults, likely electrical or ECU-related, but I need someone who truly understands data stream diagnostics, electrical signals, and real-time performance analysis — not someone who just reads OBD codes. Could the exhaust system (muffler) be blocked, causing the car to choke? Could it be the ECU malfunctioning? Whatever it is, I'd rather use a verified diagnosis to figure it out. I scanned, and there are no DTCs.

I’m exhausted and almost considering selling the car because of this.




What I Need:

- A real electrical engineer, not a guess-based mechanic
- Someone with access to advanced diagnostics (OBD, live stream, volt/amp checks)
- Preferably with Honda experience
- Lagos-based.

Any recommendations will be greatly appreciated. I'd also answer any questions you have for me regarding the car. Thanks!
Do you have a scanner that reads live data?
Have you checked you fuel pump pressure?

I have a feeling that the Tokunbo CAT you installed can even be the culprit. Make the exhaust is blocked.

Another stupid thing can be a faulty EGR if your car has one. If it's stuck in an open position it can cause your engine to loose power along with your other symptoms.

Also check your Air Bypass Assist Valve if they are closing correctly.

Most importantly, I hope your spark plugs alongside your injectors are okay.

Like I said initially. A live data stream with OBD will give you as much information you desire.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by kingreign(m): 7:40pm On Sep 05, 2025
ManAdii:
How can I get engine and transmission mounts?
Your location, year and model of honda matters.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Kaymaxi2222(m):
RockyEyo:
Good morning please can I see pictures sir....
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by accelion(m): 9:01pm On Sep 05, 2025
ManAdii:
Do you have a scanner that reads live data?
Have you checked you fuel pump pressure?

I have a feeling that the Tokunbo CAT you installed can even be the culprit. Make the exhaust is blocked.

Another stupid thing can be a faulty EGR if your car has one. If it's stuck in an open position it can cause your engine to loose power along with your other symptoms.

Also check your Air Bypass Assist Valve if they are closing correctly.

Most importantly, I hope your spark plugs alongside your injectors are okay.

Like I said initially. A live data stream with OBD will give you as much information you desire.
Thanks for the response. Sometimes, pinpointing the exact issues with cars is just hard, no matter what, especially when they don't throw any DTC. I have run a live data stream before, but I will investigate the EGR, as you suggested, to see how it progresses. If only I could find a professional who understands these things and can walk with me. Are you one?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by ManAdii: 10:35pm On Sep 05, 2025
accelion:
Thanks for the response. Sometimes, pinpointing the exact issues with cars is just hard, no matter what, especially when they don't throw any DTC. I have run a live data stream before, but I will investigate the EGR, as you suggested, to see how it progresses. If only I could find a professional who understands these things and can walk with me. Are you one?
I may not be one. I'm just a DIY enthusiast. I always love getting things fixed myself.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by ManAdii: 10:39pm On Sep 05, 2025
kingreign:
Your location, year and model of honda matters.
2004 Acura TSX. I don't mind the location as I can do a waybill from a reliable seller.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by kingreign(m): 11:09pm On Sep 05, 2025
ManAdii:
2004 Acura TSX. I don't mind the location as I can do a waybill from a reliable seller.
DM pictures of the engine bay I'd take it up tomorrow or Monday if it's okay by you.

07034581213
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by accelion(m): 10:15am On Sep 06, 2025
ManAdii:
I may not be one. I'm just a DIY enthusiast. I always love getting things fixed myself.
Where are you located, please?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by ManAdii: 10:48am On Sep 06, 2025
accelion:
Where are you located, please?
I dey Rivers State
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by ManAdii: 10:49am On Sep 06, 2025
kingreign:
DM pictures of the engine bay I'd take it up tomorrow or Monday if it's okay by you.

07034581213
I sent you a DM
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by remi4ever(m): 8:18pm On Sep 07, 2025
Hello Everyone. I have been struggling with this issue for a while now.

When driving on rough terrains in the night with my Headlight on full beam, my RPM drops really low when my leg is on the brake or I am trying to turn. Sometimes you even think the car has turned off, but it moves when you step on the gas.

I have checked with a multimeter, my alternator puts out enough voltage, so I am not sure that is the issue. If I turn off my headlights, the issue becomes bearable.

Car is a HONDA ACCORD 2009 with the R20 engine.

No CEL/MIL code. I've noticed that this rarely happens in the morning, or it is less noticeable; it happens when the engine has reached operating temperature. I don't know what else to do...

The thermostat is intact, and the fan is not bypassed.

Things I have tried on my own.

1. Cleaned throttle body.

2. Changed Spark plug.

3. I also tested with another battery.

4. Changed spark plug.
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