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uzomanny:
Hello bros, so, what is the right oil weight to use (in 9ja) on a CRV 2011 cos I've been experiencing oil shortage (no leaks/smoking) for a while now with Mobil 1 (5W-30).

uzomanny:
Hello bros, so, what is the right oil weight to use (in 9ja) on a CRV 2011 cos I've been experiencing oil shortage (no leaks/smoking) for a while now with Mobil 1 (5W-30).

freeman500:
Good day guys. I have a Honda Accord 07 with stubborn code P2185. I noticed the previous owner changed the radiator to a type that doesn't have coolant sensor. I opened one of the lock nuts at the bottom and installed a sensor. But if I erase the code, it comes back immediately. I checked the voltage coming to the sensor, the positive is 5v but the negative doesn't read in continuity with the cars negative.
Note: The sensor I bought I think belongs to a Honda Odyssey, must it be Accord sensor b4 it will work? Any ideas?

calculation:
Let me say you are work in the area that affect the car, but your approach affect you.

Concerning the Odyssey sensor used, find out if the odyssey use K24 engine or J35 engine. If it K24, am expecting it to work.
The sensor is two wire as follows:
1) Yellow/ Red wire-- sensor input ie 5V
2) Green/Black wire---sensor ground ie return voltage to ECU

Now measure resistance of sensor with multimeter at various temperatures to determine if sensor state is good. See expected reading of that type of sensor as follows
Approximate Resistance Values:
Honda ECT thermistor resistance range;
20kΩ @ -20°C (-4°F)
0.1kΩ @ 120°C (248°F)

Now to check your voltage measurement when sensor is install and connection is correct, it will varies between 0.5v to 4.5v based on temperature of sensor.
Measurement is between chasis ground and green / black wire.

The ECM expects a voltage that corresponds to these resistance values; an open circuit or high voltage (e.g., 5V) indicates a faulty sensor or wiring.

freeman500:
Thanks for your response. I think I will look for the exact 07 Accord sensor. I'll test with hot and cold water. I'll give you feedback.
Just curious..... Without the coolant temperature sensor 2, is the car supposed to be in constant open loop? Mind you when I scan (engine off) I get only one code p2185. But once I start the car I get additional
p0141
P1157

freeman500:
Thanks for your response. I think I will look for the exact 07 Accord sensor. I'll test with hot and cold water. I'll give you feedback.
Just curious..... Without the coolant temperature sensor 2, is the car supposed to be in constant open loop? Mind you when I scan (engine off) I get only one code p2185. But once I start the car I get additional
p0141
P1157

calculation:
Just curious..... Without the coolant temperature sensor 2, is the car supposed to be in constant open loop?
YES

Mind you when I scan (engine off) I get only one code p2185. But once I start the car I get additional
p0141
P1157
Both are related to Oxygen sensor. Which will also affect vehicle operations

mejai:
Please how much is new upstream oxygen sensor for same car (i4)?
Battling with P0135. I used tokunbo sensor, wanna try new one.

Upcomingdad67:
Hello guys, I noticed a leakage on my car yesterday only to check and discovered that the power steering oil was leaking. Took it to a mechanic this morning and he said the streering rack is bad and needed a change.

Please should I go for the brand new or the ttokumbo my car is Honda civic 2006-7

calculation:
If you can afford brand new, go for it

Upcomingdad67:
Can't afford that for now.

calculation:
Just curious..... Without the coolant temperature sensor 2, is the car supposed to be in constant open loop?
YES

Mind you when I scan (engine off) I get only one code p2185. But once I start the car I get additional
p0141
P1157
Both are related to Oxygen sensor. Which will also affect vehicle operations

freeman500:
I traced the negative wire of the sensor and discovered a cut along the line, fixed it connected the sensor and the code p2185 went away. Now I'm stuck with
P0141
P1157
And it's still on open loop
What's the way forward?
Thanks

Aspireahead:
Good day everyone,

I’m having a serious overheating issue with my 2009 Honda Civic and I need advice.

This is what happened:

I went on a long drive one day and noticed the car overheated. When I checked, the reservoir was boiling and all the coolant had poured out. I later discovered the radiator fan had stopped working at that time.

I’ve since fixed the fan and it’s now working fine.

After that, I topped it up with water (not coolant), and the car seemed okay for a while. But the overheating happened again.

Now this is the confusing part:

Even when I don’t drive the car, the water level keeps dropping.

For example, this morning I didn’t even drive. I just opened the bonnet, topped up the water, closed it, and came back a few hours later — the water level had gone down again.

What I’ve checked so far:
• No visible leak under the car
• Engine oil is normal (not milky)
• No white smoke from exhaust
• Fan is now working

My questions:
• What could cause water to reduce even when the car is not running?
• Could it be a bad radiator cap or pressure issue?
• Is it still possible to be a gasket or internal problem even without white smoke?
• What exactly should I check next?

I’ve been using just water for now, not coolant.

Abeg, I really need guidance before I cause more damage.

Thanks 🙏

eneh49:
Please I recently served my car injector nozzles, and ever since then I have been experiencing hard start. I have tried different technicians, still no results. The car starts mainly after the 4th or 3rd cranks

calculation:
Provided there is NO wire damage, then change the upstream oxygen sensor.

freeman500:
I changed the oxygen sensor today, got toks for ₦20k, the car is working well now, on closed loop. Thanks.

calculation:
Happy that your issue is resolved. Enjoy your ride

Aspireahead:
Please who has a good Honda Mechanic in Abuja?

Dabadwela:
I can imagine the number of mentions you get everyday with this your moniker

calculation:
Happy that your issue is resolved. Enjoy your ride

flootintin:
Please I need to change the shift solenoid B on Honda Accord 2009. I have been to oyingbo, tried a couple of replacement but after a test drive, code returns. Please help.

calculation:
For you to conclude to change solenoid, it means you have conclude that is the faulty part that need to change. Let me tell you that you need to be sure that the problem is mechanical ( hydraulic ) or electrical in nature. In your case, check that solenoid is working okay ( both removed and new install solenoid ). Also ensure no problem along the wire. Try to check the hydraulic path the solenoid is working with in the transmission.

Am now asking you, which is the problem reside? Note, if you replace any part with good part and it is not what is causing the problem, then the code or problem will remain.

Aspireahead:
Good day everyone,

I’m having a serious overheating issue with my 2009 Honda Civic and I need advice.

This is what happened:

I went on a long drive one day and noticed the car overheated. When I checked, the reservoir was boiling and all the coolant had poured out. I later discovered the radiator fan had stopped working at that time.

I’ve since fixed the fan and it’s now working fine.

After that, I topped it up with water (not coolant), and the car seemed okay for a while. But the overheating happened again.

Now this is the confusing part:

Even when I don’t drive the car, the water level keeps dropping.

For example, this morning I didn’t even drive. I just opened the bonnet, topped up the water, closed it, and came back a few hours later — the water level had gone down again.

What I’ve checked so far:
• No visible leak under the car
• Engine oil is normal (not milky)
• No white smoke from exhaust
• Fan is now working

My questions:
• What could cause water to reduce even when the car is not running?
• Could it be a bad radiator cap or pressure issue?
• Is it still possible to be a gasket or internal problem even without white smoke?
• What exactly should I check next?

I’ve been using just water for now, not coolant.

Abeg, I really need guidance before I cause more damage.

Thanks 🙏

nurey:
Their is a reason why we use coolant. Coolant is a colored liquid, if their is external leak, it will make it very feasible to see. Using water will make it hard to see external leakage.

Water reducing while vehicle is driven\cranked at all points at external leakage. Normally your engine oil dip stick should have been milky but if the seepage is small sometimes, the oil may not be milky yet but you will notice fast droplets of very light oil when you remove the oil gauge to check