Bighead9:
Good day, Honda Lovers.
I intend to upgrade from my present car BMW E46 to a 2008 Accord (evil spirit). I've always wanted to own an EOD due to it's ruggedness and beauty, but I'm presently in love with the 2008 Accord now.

My question is this, is the 2008 Accord as rugged as the EOD, what are the common fault that I'll expect and what the current price of the engine? I also see alot of Nigerian used 2008 Accord for sale on the internet, any reason for this?

Thanks as I await your response.

I read online that the car shorts oil. Well not discouraging you sha, u can still verify before buying.

Johnsonkeyz2019:
Honda Accord 2006 mechanic finding it hard to remove oil pan

Please does he have to remove the beam to remove the oil pan coz he loosed all bolts but being spending hours yet oil pan is not down finally ?

Somebody help!!!!

When mine was done, the beam was partially loosed and pushed to one side, they even brought jackt inside the engine to jack whatever up.

Xtrachidi:
Good after noon to you all. Sorry for the little diversion.

I heard of a very small scanner without screen such that when slotted in the OBD port, it get connected to an Android phone via Bluetooth. With the android app downloaded via the Google Play Store, the phone can conduct the scan as needed and provide the codes if any.

I stand to be corrected and any idea on how such scanners will be made available will be highly appreciated. Please, you can reach me on 08034930205 either via Whatsapp or call if you have an idea on its availability. Accept my humble regards!

You can find all those things on Jumia, just search ODB Scanner

maksteve:
Morning. Please I drive a Honda Accord 2004. Recently, i have been having issues with the gear. When the gear is on drive, it hesitates and revs before jerking forward, and I notice this is usually occurs between the GEAR 1-2 on the dashboard.

The issue actually started after I took my car for engine wash; then i noticed whenever i changed gears; either from drive to reverse or park, it jerks forward of backwards depending on the direction. I took it to my mechanic, he changed the gear switch and oil. The jerking during the gear change stopped, but the revving and jerking while accelerating didnt. Although, as soon as the speed increases to like 6okm/hr, or above gear2 sign on the dashboard, it doesnt occur anylonger. Until i slow down, and when i try to increase speed, it does so again.

I've tried two seperate mechanics, who have also tried changing the gear switch but problem still persists.

Do you have an idea what could be wrong?

Have same issue for 2 years now and have tried all sorts of fix Short of changing the transmission unfortunately no fix. If you accelerate gently it shifts from 1 to 2 smoothly. My next step is to buy Lucas transmission fix and if it spoils the transmission...... So be it. If you find a fix let me know

Malawian:


When mine was done, the beam was partially loosed and pushed to one side, they even brought jackt inside the engine to jack whatever up.

Yeah he later lowered the beam the second day then he was able to get it out

Namzy:

Have same issue for 2 years now and have tried all sorts of fix Short of changing the transmission unfortunately no fix. If you accelerate gently it shifts from 1 to 2 smoothly. My next step is to buy Lucas transmission fix and if it spoils the transmission...... So be it. If you find a fix let me know

Bros... Just get a new gear.. had same issue.. changed switches tire, still didn't stop... I just sold the gear for 10k and got a new one at Onyingbo..now enjoying my new gear... For Accord 08

Bighead9:
Good day, Honda Lovers.
I intend to upgrade from my present car BMW E46 to a 2008 Accord (evil spirit). I've always wanted to own an EOD due to it's ruggedness and beauty, but I'm presently in love with the 2008 Accord now.

My question is this, is the 2008 Accord as rugged as the EOD, what are the common fault that I'll expect and what the current price of the engine? I also see alot of Nigerian used 2008 Accord for sale on the internet, any reason for this?

Thanks as I await your response.

For one it's not too reliable as it's a first year model. Also it's expensive to maintain, you can go for the 2012 Model if you really want to get the Accord.

dmariowizzy:


Bros... Just get a new gear.. had same issue.. changed switches tire, still didn't stop... I just sold the gear for 10k and got a new one at Onyingbo..now enjoying my new gear... For Accord 08

I know . But I'll try the Lucas ist . It's cheap and on the bright side if it kills my transmission I'll finally buy another.

xcitedjay:


For one it's not too reliable as it's a first year model. Also it's expensive to maintain, you can go for the 2012 Model if you really want to get the Accord.

So the 2012 model is cheaper to maintain you mean?...

Bighead9:
Good day, Honda Lovers.
I intend to upgrade from my present car BMW E46 to a 2008 Accord (evil spirit). I've always wanted to own an EOD due to it's ruggedness and beauty, but I'm presently in love with the 2008 Accord now.

My question is this, is the 2008 Accord as rugged as the EOD, what are the common fault that I'll expect and what the current price of the engine? I also see alot of Nigerian used 2008 Accord for sale on the internet, any reason for this?

Thanks as I await your response.

The major issue with this car is the leather seats.

The engine is kinda expensive at range <300k> and the V6 is quite expensive at range <500k>

The transmission is rock solid (if you stick to recommended oil)

The ground clearance is not great.

It eats brake pads more than normal.

Power steering, never use ATF.

Lastly and more importantly, the usual engine killer on this car is a blocked Catalytic converter (indomie).

Just scanned my civic 05 coz gear is not selecting and it brought P1705. help please

Google it

naphunlimited:
Google it

I've done that it brought out this switch

naphunlimited:

I read online that the car shorts oil. Well not discouraging you sha, u can still verify before buying.

Thanks Bro

xcitedjay:


For one it's not too reliable as it's a first year model. Also it's expensive to maintain, you can go for the 2012 Model if you really want to get the Accord.

Thanks for your time.

adanny01:


The major issue with this car is the leather seats.

The engine is kinda expensive at range <300k> and the V6 is quite expensive at range <500k>

The transmission is rock solid (if you stick to recommended oil)

The ground clearance is not great.

It eats brake pads more than normal.

Power steering, never use ATF.

Lastly and more importantly, the usual engine killer on this car is a blocked Catalytic converter (indomie).

Thanks Bro. But the Engine is quite expensive.

Bighead9:


Thanks Bro. But the Engine is quite expensive.

Yes but compared to its mates, its affordable except for the V6.

The V6 is VCM and has good fuel economy. The VCM technology shuts 1 bank of the engine depending on power needs. Because the VCM is in the 1st generation with the 2008 Accord, it has some problems and mechanics often mess with it leading to more failures.

The 4cyl is more reliable.

Bighead9:
Good day, Honda Lovers.
I intend to upgrade from my present car BMW E46 to a 2008 Accord (evil spirit). I've always wanted to own an EOD due to it's ruggedness and beauty, but I'm presently in love with the 2008 Accord now.

My question is this, is the 2008 Accord as rugged as the EOD, what are the common fault that I'll expect and what the current price of the engine? I also see alot of Nigerian used 2008 Accord for sale on the internet, any reason for this?

Thanks as I await your response.

Is the 2008 Accord as rugged as the EOD?

The EOD (2003-2005) and DC (2006-2007) Accords belong to the same 7th generation. The 2008 Accord was the first in line of the 8th generation.

In addition to the contributions already made by other users, you should note these:

- The 4-cyl engines of both generations are essentially the same in design. Only that the 2008 has a range of displacement (2.0, 2.4L), as against standard 2.4L in North American 7th generation Accords. Good thing is that engine displacement does not necessarily determine engine longevity.

- Poor ground clearance is common to both (but least in the 2006 and 2007 Accords due to their larger wheel diameter relative to ground clearance). By design, the front bumpers hang considerably lower in the 8th generation, so except you will be driving mostly on good roads, the front end may soon be disfigured.

- If you will be driving mostly on pot hole riddled roads, ensure you buy a first grade tokunbo Accord. Otherwise, ball joint issues may be common to most Nigerian used Accords for obvious reasons.

- Do not buy a V6 except you have a good reasons to. The maintenance is invariably more expensive... And it is more likely to punish you if you don't keep to schedule.

- If you pay attention to regular routine maintenance, any of the Accords should serve you well.
All considered though, my opinion is that a very good toks 2007 Accord will be better compared to the 2008.

- Good thing about these Accords (whether 7th or 8th generation) is that most spare parts are mostly readily available.

Thanks.

nas00:


Is the 2008 Accord as rugged as the EOD?

The EOD (2003-2005) and DC (2006-2007) Accords belong to the same 7th generation. The 2008 Accord was the first in line of the 8th generation.

In addition to the contributions already made by other users, you should note these:

- The 4-cyl engines of both generations are essentially the same in design. Only that the 2008 has a range of displacement (2.0, 2.4L), as against standard 2.4L in North American 7th generation Accords. Good thing is that engine displacement does not necessarily determine engine longevity.

- Poor ground clearance is common to both (but least in the 2006 and 2007 Accords due to their larger wheel diameter relative to ground clearance). By design, the front bumpers hang considerably lower in the 8th generation, so except you will be driving mostly on good roads, the front end may soon be disfigured.

- If you will be driving mostly on pot hole riddled roads, ensure you buy a first grade tokunbo Accord. Otherwise, ball joint issues may be common to most Nigerian used Accords for obvious reasons.

- Do not buy a V6 except you have a good reasons to. The maintenance is invariably more expensive... And it is more likely to punish you if you don't keep to schedule.

- If you pay attention to regular routine maintenance, any of the Accords should serve you well.
All considered though, my opinion is that a very good toks 2007 Accord will be better compared to the 2008.

- Good thing about these Accords (whether 7th or 8th generation) is that most spare parts are mostly readily available.

Thanks.

Sorry to chip in
I wanted to get that ride so bad. But my road is very uneven(terrible) so I'm guessing it's a no.

How about the Honda CRV 08 and above. Would that be a better option? Especially as regards maintainable and all that.

pcoolioz:


Sorry to chip in
I wanted to get that ride so bad. But my road is very uneven(terrible) so I'm guessing it's a no.

How about the Honda CRV 08 and above. Would that be a better option? Especially as regards maintainable and all that.

You are correct Sir.

For such roads, the CRV is clearly your better option.

You gain the advantage of better ground clearance and ball joint issues are much less common.

Maintenance routine is the same, and the car is quite easy to maintain. That CRV actually has the same engine as the 7th and 8th generation accords. It is just the chassis and interior design that are different.

pcoolioz:


Sorry to chip in
I wanted to get that ride so bad. But my road is very uneven(terrible) so I'm guessing it's a no.

How about the Honda CRV 08 and above. Would that be a better option? Especially as regards maintainable and all that.

Bros.. if you like the car get it.. forget this road thing, no be today Naija roads don be like this.. people still dey buy some Benz wey dey very close to the ground.. I drive Accord 08 and it's not low as these people are making it look like, been driving my for over a year now, and my front bumper never pull out or sump burst cuz of bad road.. the parts are always available, some say the oil dries all the time, well I'm not experiencing that, maybe their engine is faulty or something.. if you like a car get it don't let anyone tell you otherwise abi na dem one drive am for you?...

nas00:


You are correct Sir.

For such roads, the CRV is clearly your better option.

You gain the advantage of better ground clearance and ball joint issues are much less common.

Maintenance routine is the same, and the car is quite easy to maintain. That CRV actually has the same engine as the 7th and 8th generation accords. It is just the chassis and interior design that are different.

Mind you... The 8the generation doesn't have ball joint issues like the 7th generation or less believe..been driving my 08 Accord for over a year and I haven't changed the ball joint, though I take it to my mechanic for routine checks and he always say the ball joints are still okay... Just because Tobi's 08 accord ball joint pulled out doesn't mean all other 08 accord have ball joint issue... Haba..

dmariowizzy:


Mind you... The 8the generation doesn't have ball joint issues like the 7th generation or less believe..been driving my 08 Accord for over a year and I haven't changed the ball joint, though I take it to my mechanic for routine checks and he always say the ball joints are still okay... Just because Tobi's 08 accord ball joint pulled out doesn't mean all other 08 accord have ball joint issue... Haba..

Haha!!

I understand you. I mentioned the ball joint issues specifically because it is quite common with us in this environment. The people asking questions need to know all the pros and cons of the cars they intend buying.

It is very rare to find ball joint issues on American Honda Accord forums. That implies it is our bad roads and inferior quality replacement parts that make it common here.

That said, you have only driven your Accord for one year. I put it to you that you can drive it for ten years without any ball joint issue if you drive with discretion.

I say this because I have used a 2003 Accord LX as a daily driver for 8 years now AND I have NEVER had any ball joint issues till date. There is practically no part of Nigeria I haven't driven it to as well.

Just because not all Accords will have ball joint issues doesn't mean we should not inform those intending to get the car in our environment of the common possible problems.

Cheers!

I see. Thanks a lot Sir.

nas00:


You are correct Sir.

For such roads, the CRV is clearly your better option.

You gain the advantage of better ground clearance and ball joint issues are much less common.

Maintenance routine is the same, and the car is quite easy to maintain. That CRV actually has the same engine as the 7th and 8th generation accords. It is just the chassis and interior design that are different.

Lol. I have done research tire. I don even get headache untop the matter. Infact, all the cars I decide to like, so long as it's not Toyota. I'll hear there is a coma. Me self Don tire

I use an altima presently. Funny enough I enjoyed the ride, but if u hear the stories about it ehn. New car buyers will run.

Thanks a lot man. I'll just go with my mind.

dmariowizzy:


Bros.. if you like the car get it.. forget this road thing, no be today Naija roads don be like this.. people still dey buy some Benz wey dey very close to the ground.. I drive Accord 08 and it's not low as these people are making it look like, been driving my for over a year now, and my front bumper never pull out or sump burst cuz of bad road.. the parts are always available, some say the oil dries all the time, well I'm not experiencing that, maybe their engine is faulty or something.. if you like a car get it don't let anyone tell you otherwise abi na dem one drive am for you?...

naphunlimited:

I read online that the car shorts oil. Well not discouraging you sha, u can still verify before buying.

Every car "shorts" oil, grade or weight of oil combined with state of engine causes that

pcoolioz:
Lol. I have done research tire. I don even get headache untop the matter. Infact, all the cars I decide to like, so long as it's not Toyota. I'll hear there is a coma. Me self Don tire

I use an altima presently. Funny enough I enjoyed the ride, but if u hear the stories about it ehn. New car buyers will run.

Thanks a lot man. I'll just go with my mind.

Go for the 08 Accord that's on your mind, 2.4 or 2.0 engine preferably. Just stick to a regimented maintenance schedule with appropriate parts and fluids and can guarantee you absolutely nothing to worry about.

luvinhubby:


Go for the 08 Accord that's on your mind, 2.4 or 2.0 engine preferably. Just stick to a regimented maintenance schedule with appropriate parts and fluids and can guarantee you absolutely nothing to worry about.

A word is enough for the wise... All cars have their problems.. like big bros said.. just do your normal maintenance check... It is required for ALL cars..

luvinhubby:


Every car "shorts" oil, grade or weight of oil combined with state of engine causes that

I tire... Some people just making it look as if it's
only Honda Accords that shorts oil...

pcoolioz:
Lol. I have done research tire. I don even get headache untop the matter. Infact, all the cars I decide to like, so long as it's not Toyota. I'll hear there is a coma. Me self Don tire

I use an altima presently. Funny enough I enjoyed the ride, but if u hear the stories about it ehn. New car buyers will run.

Thanks a lot man. I'll just go with my mind.

You're welcome..

pcoolioz:
Lol. I have done research tire. I don even get headache untop the matter. Infact, all the cars I decide to like, so long as it's not Toyota. I'll hear there is a coma. Me self Don tire

I use an altima presently. Funny enough I enjoyed the ride, but if u hear the stories about it ehn. New car buyers will run.

Thanks a lot man. I'll just go with my mind.

I want to point out that the 2.0L of the 08 has good fuel economy though under powered but will do well if you are not heavy footed. However, its engine is the most expensive.

pcoolioz:
Lol. I have done research tire. I don even get headache untop the matter. Infact, all the cars I decide to like, so long as it's not Toyota. I'll hear there is a coma. Me self Don tire

I use an altima presently. Funny enough I enjoyed the ride, but if u hear the stories about it ehn. New car buyers will run.

Thanks a lot man. I'll just go with my mind.

Lol...i know that feeling. I was in ur shoes when i wanted to change my well loved Honda DC. Las las i followed my mind n no regrets so far.

Whatever car u finally settle for...maintenance is key.