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Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by calculation(m): 6:19am On Dec 17, 2025
raphroye:
How did you solve the problem?
It was discovered that crank shaft sprocket teeth got broken in 2 place. It was replaced with too part and timing set again.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by barackmojeed(m): 3:00pm On Dec 17, 2025
hello house, is Honda crv 2008/10 a good buy?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Louiscars: 5:48am On Dec 18, 2025
barackmojeed:
hello house, is Honda crv 2008/10 a good buy?
A very solid buy, keep up with maintenance though when you get it
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by raphroye: 10:01pm On Dec 18, 2025
Okay thank you
calculation:
It was discovered that crank shaft sprocket teeth got broken in 2 place. It was replaced with too part and timing set again.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Macmilla(m): 8:48pm On Dec 20, 2025
nurey:
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Save UpTo 700 to 800k and go buy tokunbo engine for Oyingbo or Ladipo. Use 400 to 500 buy engine the remaining balance for workmanship and your hotel bills.
Bros, you are confusing us. Which engine is 700 to 800k and which one is 400 to 500?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by ticker(m): 9:09pm On Dec 20, 2025
Good evening, I had a problem with my Honda Accord 2003 EOD, when I switched on my AC, the engine overheat, pls what can I do to remedy this?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by checkmatez: 1:44am On Dec 22, 2025
Good day all,

Please I about buying the honda accord eod 2003 to 2005 model, I will appreciate if I can be directed on the right engine type [litre engine, if having timing belt or chain which is more durable, engine model] in general things to look out for...
I appreciate your responses
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Dasolajay: 7:20pm On Dec 24, 2025
Good evening amazing people, please I need help with finding out what’s wrong with my car. I drive a Honda accord 2008 v6 car. It started to misbehaving last week, after spending some time in traffic, it went off and when I restarted it, it was moving slow, no matter how hard I stepped on the gas. It took me home that day but slowly.

I then called the mechanic to come service it, we changed the engine oil and filter, changed the fuel pump and cleaned the injector mouth. Thinking that should fix it.

Took it out the following day, after driving from omole to Osborne with my AC on, it started moving slowly again, I turned off the AC immediately, it didn’t go off this time but it took me to VI slowly. When I was going back home later in the afternoon after about 5 hours of packing the car, it acted normal again till I got home, I didn’t use the AC this time.

I then decided to scan it today and these are the error codes it brought out. I decided not to fix it yet because the Rewire told me to bring 45k without telling me the actual thing he wants to fix. Could you kindly tell me what is actually happening to the car? Thank you.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Oboli007: 5:43pm On Dec 26, 2025
I av bought up to 3 alternator for 2008 honda civic 1.8l, And still whenever the car is at low rev, it stop charging. Please help. I am in benin city
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by ModJ1(m): 7:28pm On Dec 26, 2025
Please what is the common faults to look out for when buying a toks Honda accord 2014 Model?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by RyanAutomotive: 7:41pm On Dec 26, 2025
Dasolajay:
Good evening amazing people, please I need help with finding out what’s wrong with my car. I drive a Honda accord 2008 v6 car. It started to misbehaving last week, after spending some time in traffic, it went off and when I restarted it, it was moving slow, no matter how hard I stepped on the gas. It took me home that day but slowly.

I then called the mechanic to come service it, we changed the engine oil and filter, changed the fuel pump and cleaned the injector mouth. Thinking that should fix it.

Took it out the following day, after driving from omole to Osborne with my AC on, it started moving slowly again, I turned off the AC immediately, it didn’t go off this time but it took me to VI slowly. When I was going back home later in the afternoon after about 5 hours of packing the car, it acted normal again till I got home, I didn’t use the AC this time.

I then decided to scan it today and these are the error codes it brought out. I decided not to fix it yet because the Rewire told me to bring 45k without telling me the actual thing he wants to fix. Could you kindly tell me what is actually happening to the car? Thank you.
Good evening sir,

Thank you for taking time to explain the symptoms clearly and also providing the diagnostic fault codes — that is very helpful. For a 2008 Honda Accord V6 (J35 engine), losing power in traffic, especially when AC is ON, then driving normally again after resting, shows a clear electronic control issue, not a pump or injector problem.

Let’s break down what your fault codes are saying:



🔧 Professional Diagnostic Insight

📌 U0104 — Lost Communication With Throttle / Cruise Control Unit
This means the ECU is losing control of throttle commands, forcing the car into Failsafe / Limp Mode → limited acceleration no matter how hard you press the pedal.

This matches your exact complaint.

Likely causes:
• Throttle actuator overheating
• Wiring harness/ground issue
• Low voltage to control modules



📌 P0560 — System Voltage Error
This is a major clue.
It means battery/alternator voltage drops under load.

When voltage drops, Honda safety programming reduces engine power to protect electronics → slow movement in traffic.

This was not fixed by changing engine oil, fuel pump, or injectors.



📌 P0533 — AC Pressure Sensor Circuit High
Your AC system is sending abnormally high pressure signal → ECU cuts AC load + may reduce power.

That’s why turning OFF AC helps you move faster again.



📌 P2185 — Engine Coolant Temp Sensor 2 High Voltage
When the ECU sees incorrect temperature data, it can:
• Alter fuel delivery
• Force emergency limp mode
• Switch off AC compressor

Heat + traffic triggers this fault more.



⚙️ Ryan Automotive Workshop – Professional Take

Your car is not suffering from fuel starvation — it is going into electronic limp mode because:
• Charging system voltage is unstable, and
• Temperature/AC pressure readings are out of range

That is why:
✔️ It behaves normal when cool
✔️ It loses power in traffic with AC
✔️ It recovers after resting

Changing more engine parts will waste money — the root cause is electrical and sensor-related.



✅ Correct Diagnostic Path (No Guesswork)

The following must be done:
• ✔️ Alternator output & charging voltage drop test
• ✔️ Ground straps & ECU power supply check
• ✔️ Engine Coolant Temp Sensor 2 test
• ✔️ AC pressure sensor data validation
• ✔️ Throttle body live data monitoring when hot

Once voltage + sensor signals are stable, your limp mode will stop permanently.



📍 We assist Honda owners across Lagos and even those outside — distance never stops proper diagnostics.

If you want a transparent solution with clear findings before any repair, kindly send us a DM and we’ll inspect it professionally and advise exact cost based on confirmed faults — not guesswork or blanket charges.

Ryan Automotive Limited
Precision. Transparency. Excellence.
Premium Auto Diagnostics • Honda Specialist
📍 Lagos, Nigeria
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Allboiz: 1:24pm On Dec 28, 2025
Dasolajay:
Good evening amazing people, please I need help with finding out what’s wrong with my car. I drive a Honda accord 2008 v6 car. It started to misbehaving last week, after spending some time in traffic, it went off and when I restarted it, it was moving slow, no matter how hard I stepped on the gas. It took me home that day but slowly.

I then called the mechanic to come service it, we changed the engine oil and filter, changed the fuel pump and cleaned the injector mouth. Thinking that should fix it.

Took it out the following day, after driving from omole to Osborne with my AC on, it started moving slowly again, I turned off the AC immediately, it didn’t go off this time but it took me to VI slowly. When I was going back home later in the afternoon after about 5 hours of packing the car, it acted normal again till I got home, I didn’t use the AC this time.

I then decided to scan it today and these are the error codes it brought out. I decided not to fix it yet because the Rewire told me to bring 45k without telling me the actual thing he wants to fix. Could you kindly tell me what is actually happening to the car? Thank you.
Same here

Sometimes during acceleration, it loses power and enters limp mode.

A little trick once this happens - park and restart the car or put the car on neutral while you restart and then drive to drive. The system resets itself and start accelerating.

Mine is showing error code p0121 throttle position sensor/pedal position sensor.

I'll check it out tomorrow using a rewire

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by kingreign(m): 4:02pm On Dec 28, 2025
Allboiz:
Same here

Sometimes during acceleration, it loses power and enters limp mode.

A little trick once this happens - park and restart the car or put the car on neutral while you restart and then drive to drive. The system resets itself and start accelerating.

Mine is showing error code p0121 throttle position sensor/pedal position sensor.

I'll check it out tomorrow using a rewire
Replace throttle pedal and/or throttle body.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Macmilla(m): 8:07am On Dec 31, 2025
ticker:
Good evening, I had a problem with my Honda Accord 2003 EOD, when I switched on my AC, the engine overheat, pls what can I do to remedy this?
Do your both radiator fans work when the AC is on?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Macmilla(m):
checkmatez:
Good day all,

Please I about buying the honda accord eod 2003 to 2005 model, I will appreciate if I can be directed on the right engine type [litre engine, if having timing belt or chain which is more durable, engine model] in general things to look out for...
I appreciate your responses
All the engine types are solid. It all depends on what you want. The k24 is a really solid engine with timing chain, but down on power. The J30 is also a solid engine, but uses timing belt and generally needs more maintenance. It consumes more fuel (not as much as Nigerians make it look) but if you want a car that is responsive with good power,, the j30 is the way to go.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Pharrell18: 10:42am On Jan 04
Good day everyone,

Please I drive a 2008 Honda Accord. I had the engine washed yesterday, and this morning when I started the car, it came on for a few seconds, then began to jerk and eventually went off.
Anytime I try to start it again, the same thing happens it jerks and then shuts down.

I stay around Ijegun, and I’m a first-time car owner, so I’m really confused and worried.

Kindly advise me on what to do. I’ll really appreciate any help 🙏
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by nickyosas(m): 10:44am On Jan 04
Happy new year!
I drive a Honda crv 2008 and recently changed the engine and brainbox. I have been having g this P2135 code intermittently... I have cleaned the throttle body, idle relearn process... still nothing. Who has faced such issue and what's my way forward? please help.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Macmilla(m): 2:41pm On Jan 04
nickyosas:
Happy new year!
I drive a Honda crv 2008 and recently changed the engine and brainbox. I have been having g this P2135 code intermittently... I have cleaned the throttle body, idle relearn process... still nothing. Who has faced such issue and what's my way forward? please help.
Throttle position sensor or Accelerator position sensor is misbehaving.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by nickyosas(m): 4:42pm On Jan 04
Thanks Macmilla.
can you please suggest anyone who can change them for me? I am in Lagos ..Alimosho .


Macmilla:
Throttle position sensor or Accelerator position sensor is misbehaving.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Allboiz: 10:48pm On Jan 04
kingreign:
Replace throttle pedal and/or throttle body.
Throttle body replaced and car is back to normal. No more limp mode.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Macmilla(m): 10:15am On Jan 05
nickyosas:
Thanks Macmilla.
can you please suggest anyone who can change them for me? I am in Lagos ..Alimosho .
I am not in Lagos. Any competent car electrician can handle it.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by aktem(m): 5:08pm On Jan 05
Who can recommend a reliable and expert Honda Mechanic & Where I can scan my Car around Abule Egba, Ijaiye, meiran and Kola side in Lagos?

Also My Honda Crosstour 2010 Suddenly started blinking engine light when was driving, if I try to accelerate the car seems to lose power and the car went off, I restarted the engine and the engine light stopped blinking & everything returned to normal, what could be wrong please.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Nadingo: 5:11pm On Jan 05
Good day sirs. Did a 250km trip with my wife's car, a 96/97 Honda Civic and I noticed a slight drop in the engine oil level. Car has been always used for city runnings only, and has never given any issues for more than a year now. It doesn't smoke. I also now hear a rattling noise underneath the car when car is idling but stops when I rev up even a little. Car is in excellent condition and I wouldn't want naija mechs to mess it up as it has been our live saver for school runs due to its fuel economy.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by kingreign(m): 9:55pm On Jan 05
Nadingo:
Good day sirs. Did a 250km trip with my wife's car, a 96/97 Honda Civic and I noticed a slight drop in the engine oil level. Car has been always used for city runnings only, and has never given any issues for more than a year now. It doesn't smoke. I also now hear a rattling noise underneath the car when car is idling but stops when I rev up even a little. Car is in excellent condition and I wouldn't want naija mechs to mess it up as it has been our live saver for school runs due to its fuel economy.
Please, fly it back to Europe or Japan for the European or Japanese mechs to keep maintaining the 28/29 year old relic.

I come in piss!
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by kingreign(m): 9:56pm On Jan 05
aktem:
Who can recommend a reliable and expert Honda Mechanic & Where I can scan my Car around Abule Egba, Ijaiye, meiran and Kola side in Lagos?

Also My Honda Crosstour 2010 Suddenly started blinking engine light when was driving, if I try to accelerate the car seems to lose power and the car went off, I restarted the engine and the engine light stopped blinking & everything returned to normal, what could be wrong please.
There's a misfire happening. Scan to be sure which of the cylinder is misfiring. It could be a plug, injector or coil that's bad or even a defective valve.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Nadingo:
kingreign:
Please, fly it back to Europe or Japan for the European or Japanese mechs to keep maintaining the 28/29 year old relic.

I come in piss!
I get your point sir. In as much as you might be driving a 2025 model, I don't think you're being fair if you look down on me. People in real life (forget online bragadao) still drive these cars in every major cities. Moreover, all fingers ain't equal. Grace can also take me to where you are, don't you think?
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Macmilla(m): 3:28pm On Jan 06
kingreign:
Please, fly it back to Europe or Japan for the European or Japanese mechs to keep maintaining the 28/29 year old relic.

I come in piss!
Boss, be calming down. No vex abeg. 🤣🤣🤣
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Macmilla(m): 3:34pm On Jan 06
Nadingo:
I get your point sir. In as much as you might be driving a 2025 model, I don't think you're being fair if you look down on me. People in real life (forget online bragadao) still drive these cars in every major cities. Moreover, all fingers ain't equal. Grace can also take me to where you are, don't you think?
You completely missed his point. I also drive a relic (a 20yr old car is a relic). But that's not the point he's trying to make.
The point he's trying to make is that you can't be in Nigeria, driving an almost 30yr old car, and saying you don't want "naija mechs" to mess it up. Who else do you expect to fix the car for you? Japanese mechs? That's why he said you should fly it to Japan to be fixed. And you also forgot that the people here on nairaland that you are asking questions are also "naija mechs". So are we also going to mess up your car for you?
Point is, you should learn to express yourself well.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Nadingo: 3:43pm On Jan 06
Macmilla:
You completely missed his point. I also drive a relic (a 20yr old car is a relic). But that's not the point he's trying to make.
The point he's trying to make is that you can't be in Nigeria, driving an almost 30yr old car, and saying you don't want "naija mechs" to mess it up. Who else do you expect to fix the car for you? Japanese mechs? That's why he said you should fly it to Japan to be fixed. And you also forgot that the people here on nairaland that you are asking questions are also "naija mechs". So are we also going to mess up your car for you?
Point is, you should learn to express yourself well.
Or I now get it. Meant I don't want road side quacks to mess it up. My bad. Thanks for the pointer. May be I was riled up cos Kingreign knows me on the Mercedes Benz thread. He has helped sorted me out twice there, so I reasoned he knows that's not what I personally drive, so shouldn't "look down on me". Apologies Oga Kingreign. Pls look into this reliable relic's issue before Kazeems send me to the cleaners.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by kingreign(m):
Nadingo:
Or I now get it. Meant I don't want road side quacks to mess it up. My bad. Thanks for the pointer. May be I was riled up cos Kingreign knows me on the Mercedes Benz thread. He has helped sorted me out twice there, so I reasoned he knows that's not what I personally drive, so shouldn't "look down on me". Apologies Oga Kingreign. Pls look into this reliable relic's issue before Kazeems send me to the cleaners.
Pardon my cheeky comment, it was meant to be sarcastic.
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by kingreign(m): 4:47pm On Jan 06
Nadingo:
Good day sirs. Did a 250km trip with my wife's car, a 96/97 Honda Civic and I noticed a slight drop in the engine oil level. Car has been always used for city runnings only, and has never given any issues for more than a year now. It doesn't smoke. I also now hear a rattling noise underneath the car when car is idling but stops when I rev up even a little. Car is in excellent condition and I wouldn't want naija mechs to mess it up as it has been our live saver for school runs due to its fuel economy.
Check that the oil strainer is not clogged, crankshaft main bearings aren't worn out excessively and also that the oil pump isnt pumping low pressure. If all these are fine, change oil and oil filter use a good quality filter and observe
Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Nadingo: 4:55pm On Jan 06
kingreign:
Check that the oil strainer is not clogged, crankshaft main bearings aren't worn out excessively and also that the oil pump isnt pumping low pressure. If all these are fine, change oil and oil filter use a good quality filter and observe
Thank you so much sir. I'll do that. Gracias
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