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Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by flootintin: 10:33pm On Jun 17

Dwarfgod:
No.. it's pure fake! If you open it.. it has no distinct smell. It's smells too plain.. also when you shake it vigorously, it will foam up like say soap dey am and retains the foamy nature for a longer time but the original has a good anti foamy detergent and when shaked vigorously within secs the foam will disappear.

Getting original in the market is tough, that is what is usually available.
How about valvoline? Can it work?

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Dwarfgod: 11:56pm On Jun 17

flootintin:
Getting original in the market is tough, that is what is usually available.
How about valvoline? Can it work?

Yes, it can work.. it's fully synthetic.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Gbengee: 1:02am On Jun 19

Hello House,

Good morning

Please 🙏 I just got a naija use 2016 honda accord v4, unknowingly, I ignorantly turned the steering to set the Tyre without starting the car.....gbam the wheel locked, ignition did not work again, we have tried everything to start the car to no avail, we have shaken and turned the steering while starting the car for days with no result.

In fact the key has breaken from the keyholder/remote while on this process, though we can still manage to use the broken key.

I was advised to sought after people that are knowledgeable about Honda Accord not to turned minor issue to bigger issues

Kindly assist with a way out.

One on how to start the car. Then, how to get spare key.

Thank you.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Louiscars: 6:15am On Jun 19

Gbengee:
Hello House,

Good morning

Please 🙏 I just got a naija use 2016 honda accord v4, unknowingly, I ignorantly turned the steering to set the Tyre without starting the car.....gbam the wheel locked, ignition did not work again, we have tried everything to start the car to no avail, we have shaken and turned the steering while starting the car for days with no result.

In fact the key has breaken from the keyholder/remote while on this process, though we can still manage to use the broken key.

I was advised to sought after people that are knowledgeable about Honda Accord not to turned minor issue to bigger issues

Kindly assist with a way out.

One on how to start the car. Then, how to get spare key.

Thank you.

You’ll need someone to help you check it out, where’s your location sir

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Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by RyanAutomotive: 6:57am On Jun 19

Gbengee:
Hello House,

Good morning

Please 🙏 I just got a naija use 2016 honda accord v4, unknowingly, I ignorantly turned the steering to set the Tyre without starting the car.....gbam the wheel locked, ignition did not work again, we have tried everything to start the car to no avail, we have shaken and turned the steering while starting the car for days with no result.

In fact the key has breaken from the keyholder/remote while on this process, though we can still manage to use the broken key.

I was advised to sought after people that are knowledgeable about Honda Accord not to turned minor issue to bigger issues

Kindly assist with a way out.

One on how to start the car. Then, how to get spare key.

Thank you.

Good morning sir.

Vehicle: Honda Accord 2016 (4-Cylinder)
Concern: Steering locked after turning the wheel with engine off, ignition no longer turns properly, key has now separated from the remote housing during attempts to unlock it.

First of all, don’t panic yet.

From your description, this does not immediately sound like an engine, transmission, or major electrical failure.

Let’s address this properly before anyone starts dismantling the steering column or replacing expensive components unnecessarily.

* What Most Likely Happened

On most Honda vehicles, including the 2016 Accord, the steering wheel and ignition lock system are designed as an anti-theft feature.

When the engine is off and the steering wheel is turned, the steering lock can engage.

Normally:

• The steering becomes locked.
• The ignition key may become difficult to turn.
• The wheel remains stuck in one direction.

This by itself is usually normal.

However, your case has become more complicated because:

• Multiple attempts have been made.
• The key has now broken away from the remote housing.
• The vehicle has remained stuck for several days.

* Important Observation

You mentioned:

“We have shaken and turned the steering while starting for days.”

At this point, we need to determine whether the issue is still a simple steering lock condition or if another component has now been affected.

Possible issues include:

• Steering lock tension only
• Worn ignition cylinder
• Damaged key blade
• Faulty ignition switch assembly
• Immobilizer recognition issue
• Steering lock mechanism fault

* What Should Be Checked First

1, Verify the Condition of the Key

Since the key has separated from the remote housing:

Check whether:

• The metal key blade is bent.
• The key blade is cracked.
• The transponder chip inside the remote housing is still present.

This is extremely important.

Many Honda keys contain an immobilizer chip.

If the chip is missing or damaged:

• The key may turn.
• The engine may not start.
• The immobilizer system may block operation.

2, Check Whether the Ignition Actually Turns

There is a difference between:

• Key will not turn at all

and

• Key turns but vehicle will not start.

This distinction helps narrow the diagnosis significantly.

3, Inspect Steering Lock Mechanism

Sometimes excessive pressure on the steering lock can make ignition release difficult.

A professional inspection can determine whether:

• The lock is simply loaded under tension
• The steering lock assembly has failed

4, Scan for Immobilizer Faults

Because this is a 2016 Accord, electronic security systems must also be considered.

A computerized scan can reveal:

• Immobilizer faults
• Key recognition issues
• Steering lock communication faults

* Do NOT Do This

• Do NOT force the key with pliers.
• Do NOT spray random lubricants into the ignition.
• Do NOT hammer the steering column.
• Do NOT allow anyone to bypass the immobilizer system.

What starts as a simple steering lock issue can become an expensive steering column or ignition replacement if handled improperly.

* Professional Insight

Based on your explanation, there is a good chance the original issue started as a normal steering lock engagement.

However, after several days of attempts and the key breaking from its housing, I would want the ignition lock cylinder, steering lock assembly, and immobilizer system checked before making further attempts.

The broken key situation is now just as important as the steering lock itself.

* Regarding the Spare Key

A proper spare key should be:

• Cut correctly for the vehicle
• Programmed to the immobilizer system
• Tested for full functionality

Avoid ordinary key duplication without immobilizer programming, as the vehicle may not recognize the new key.

* Ryan Automotive Limited Recommendation

The next step should be a structured diagnosis, beginning with:

• Physical inspection of the key and ignition cylinder
• Steering lock system assessment
• Immobilizer system scan
• Computerized diagnostic scanning
• Verification of key recognition and ignition operation

At Ryan Automotive Limited, we would first determine whether this is a mechanical steering lock issue, an ignition cylinder problem, or an immobilizer-related fault before recommending any repairs.

If you are within Lagos or can bring the vehicle down, Ryan Automotive Limited can carry out a professional assessment and guide you on the most cost-effective solution, including proper key replacement and programming if required.

Even if you’re coming from outside Lagos, we attend to vehicles from different locations and would be glad to assist.

Precision • Transparency • Excellence

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Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Gbengee: 7:31am On Jun 19

Ikorodu Lagos

Louiscars:
You’ll need someone to help you check it out, where’s your location sir

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Louiscars: 9:18pm On Jun 19

Gbengee:
Ikorodu Lagos

If it’s fine by you sir, you can reach out via my WhatsApp line so we can discuss how to help you get it sorted out
08028992075

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by hayzed1090: 8:09pm On Jun 23

Hello house .. pls Acura zdx 2012 makes some squeaky noise from the steering pump side whenever the engine is running. We have changed 2 steering pump but the problem persist

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Abbeyismo(m): 8:42pm On Jun 23

hayzed1090:
Hello house .. pls Acura zdx 2012 makes some squeaky noise from the steering pump side whenever the engine is running. We have changed 2 steering pump but the problem persist

Check other things
Belt adjuster
Rollers

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by hayzed1090: 8:51pm On Jun 23

Abbeyismo:
Check other things
Belt adjuster
Rollers

Thanks I will

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by flootintin: 9:23am On Jun 30

Good morning, I need help locating the countershaft speed sensor on Honda Accord 2008 2.4L transmission.
I have a P0722 and while looking for the sensor, I am unable to locate it.

Please help.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Abbeyismo(m): 9:32am On Jun 30

flootintin:
Good morning, I need help locating the countershaft speed sensor on Honda Accord 2008 2.4L transmission.
I have a P0722 and while looking for the sensor, I am unable to locate it.

Please help.

Check online for the location.
Remove the air filter housing, remove the battery and check the body of the transmission you will find it there.Good luck sir.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by elvisco44: 9:44am On Jul 03

Please who know how i can locate @jceesquare

He is not picking calls for days now.

His home or office address.

Pls dm me.
It's very urgent.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Oladele2393(m): 9:45pm On Jul 11

Hi , please is there any official honda place in Ibadan to buy genuine engine oil

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by cmoney22222: 7:48am On Jul 12*

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Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by rapheal5(m): 12:37pm On Jul 16

Good day to all the Auto engineers in the house,
Pls I need a quick response on this one, my Honda civic 09 radiator leaks and I have experience overheating twice despite removing the radiator and adding gum to it. So I'm planing on getting a tokunbo radiator.
My question is, is it a must the radiator be Honda civic or can i buy other car brands that works on it?

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Abbeyismo(m): 1:52pm On Jul 16

rapheal5:
Good day to all the Auto engineers in the house,
Pls I need a quick response on this one, my Honda civic 09 radiator leaks and I have experience overheating twice despite removing the radiator and adding gum to it. So I'm planing on getting a tokunbo radiator.
My question is, is it a must the radiator be Honda civic or can i buy other car brands that works on it?

Because of radiator you can cause more damage to ur engine if you continue like this sir
Please buy a new Honda Civic radiator and have rest of mind sir,instead of what ur technician is telling you that it will work 😳.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by otiztech: 2:23pm On Jul 16

Guys I have a huge problem with my car. That might lead me to selling the car.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by otiztech: 2:26pm On Jul 16

Good day, guys. I had an accident last month caused by brake failure, which forced my 2006 Honda Civic off the road and into a swamp. I had to use a tow truck to tow the vehicle.
Fortunately, water did not enter the engine, but a small amount found its way into the transmission. (Which was completely drained ) and replaced with a new oil, and everything was reassembled.

The car returned to its normal performance. ( Engine and gear perfect) However, recently I tried to start it one morning and noticed that the green key (immobilizer) symbol on the dashboard was blinking continuously. I called a friend who scanned the car. He said the ECU (brain box) was communicating properly with the scanner and appeared to be working fine.

However, the scan indicated fault codes related to the driver's side under-dash fuse box and the immobilizer system.
Has anyone experienced something similar or knows what could be causing this issue? I would appreciate any advice on how to resolve it. Thanks

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Dwarfgod: 9:05pm On Jul 17

rapheal5:
Good day to all the Auto engineers in the house,
Pls I need a quick response on this one, my Honda civic 09 radiator leaks and I have experience overheating twice despite removing the radiator and adding gum to it. So I'm planing on getting a tokunbo radiator.
My question is, is it a must the radiator be Honda civic or can i buy other car brands that works on it?

Buy radiator for your exact car.
Go for new one if you are not using thermostat. If you are using thermostat buy tokumbo.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Abbeyismo(m): 9:06am On Jul 18

Dwarfgod:
Buy radiator for your exact car.
Go for new one if you are not using thermostat. If you are using thermostat buy tokumbo.

Ohhhh new radiator can't work with thermostat?

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Dwarfgod: 9:27am On Jul 18

Abbeyismo:
Ohhhh new radiator can't work with thermostat?

They are fake! Can't withstand radiator psi before the thermostat opens up. Also, they can't handle the contraction when it cools down. They mostly leak from the bottom plastics or top plastics... Lastly, the fins are large that they can't trap air adequately for effective cooling which can make your engine to run hotter especially if you don't use coolant.

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by rapheal5(m): 9:37pm On Jul 18

Dwarfgod:
Buy radiator for your exact car.
Go for new one if you are not using thermostat. If you are using thermostat buy tokumbo.

Thank you so much

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by rapheal5(m): 9:37pm On Jul 18

Abbeyismo:
Because of radiator you can cause more damage to ur engine if you continue like this sir
Please buy a new Honda Civic radiator and have rest of mind sir,instead of what ur technician is telling you that it will work 😳.

Thank you boss

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by buygala(m): 8:56am

Dwarfgod:
Please just avoid this fake knock off! You gear will start misbehaving. You will be experiencing hard shifting, and downshifting when coasting to a stop. Also you will experience transmission flare... e go do like ur solenoid is bad and that is when you take it to a mechanic and your Journey of NO return begins.. also this fake transmission fluid will smell burnt after 1000 miles.. If you ignore the hard shifting etc.. you will be shaving off your transmission particles...

Please buy original Honda aft DW1 and not in tincans... it's sold for 28k to 30k per quart...

You will be needing 8 quarts to do a proper drain and refill x2 if you don put this fake atf inside. And after 10kmiles do another drain and refill to make it normal x3 change recommended.

So how does he 100% identify this original DW1?

Even our late chief Mecho and HondaJosh couldn't come to an agreement on which is original ATF

I am not sure that not being in a tin can and costing 28-30k per quart assures of the ATF genuineness

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by Dwarfgod: 10:15am

buygala:
So how does he 100% identify this original DW1?

Even our late chief Mecho and HondaJosh couldn't come to an agreement on which is original ATF

I am not sure that not being in a tin can and costing 28-30k per quart assures of the ATF genuineness

Hondajosh sometimes do have the original and sometimes the fake Chinese though he will tell you it's the Chinese ones.

Myparts is reliable and have genuine honda atf

Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by calculation(m): 10:26am

Dwarfgod:
Hondajosh sometimes do have the original and sometimes the fake Chinese though he will tell you it's the Chinese ones.

Myparts is reliable and have genuine honda atf

Dru23 is the sure plug. It may look expensive but you will get the real item

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