Troubleshooting Your Honda: Symptoms and Solutions for Frequently Asked Questions!

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When something goes wrong and you need to troubleshoot your 
Honda, we've listed the most common symptoms and the most
common solutions for whatever may be ailing your Honda!

People call or write us all the time with their most troubling 
Honda symptoms. If you don't see your symptom listed here, 
give us a call or drop us a line. 

We like a challenge! 

And chances are, we can help you diagnose what's wrong with 
your vehicle and recommend a solution that fixes the problem. 

Here are some common problems 
Honda owners have encountered 
and the solutions to them.

Engine:

Engine will not rotate when attempting to start:
1 starter is bad
2 battery terminals are corroded
3 clutch pedal switch not working
4 automatic transmission park switch not working

Engine rotates but will not start:
1 distributor is bad (most common)
2 fuel pump is bad
3 worn spark plugs
4 main relay is bad
5 ECU is burned out

Engine idle goes up and down when cold:
1 idle air control valve is bad

Engine idle goes up and down when warm :
1 throttle position sensor is bad
2 map sensor is bad

Engine misses at idle speed:

1 spark plugs are bad
2 low compression in one cylinder 

Engine has loud ticking at idle:
1 valves need to be adjusted 

Engine takes oil:
1 PCV valve is clogged
2 rings or valve seals are worn
3 synthic  oil was previous run in engine 

Engine electrical system: 

Alternator light fails to go out :
1 alternator is bad
2 alternator belt is slipping

Fuel system:

 Fuel injectors are leaking:
 1 injector O-rings are bad

 Cooling system

 Engine overheats:
1 head gasket is blown
2 radiator is plugged
3 coolant is low
4 water pump is bad

 Radiator fluid disappears or is filling overflow bottle
1 head gasket is blown
2 water pump is bad (will drip)

Engine never gets warm:
1 thermostat is frozen open

Drive train:
Gears in manual trans don’t work
1 transmission is bad (most common)
2 shift linkage is jammed

Engine clunks on acceleration or deceleration
1 broken engine or transmission mounts

Clicking noise on turns:
1 CV joints are worn (replace axle)

Car vibrates when driving
1 tires are not balanced
2 axle is bent

Steering wheel vibrates back and forth at low speeds:
1 front brake rotors need to be turned (only if braking)
2 speed sensitive steering pump is bad

Automatic transmission will not move out of park:
1 Transmission control unit is bad (most common)
2 Brake pedal release not working 

Loud howling at highway speed:
1 front or rear wheel bearings are bad
2 you have a beagle in the back seat

General problems: 

Automatic seat belt retractors don’t work properly:
1 belt warning control burned out
2 door latch switch is bad

Speedometer doesn’t work properly:
1 speed sensor on transmission is bad

Headlamps won’t come up ( Accord ):
1 light switch on column is bad

Power window won't work: 
1 86-89 accord, relay box burned out (most common)
2 90-97 accord, master switch burned out
3 all models, window motor burned out

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1. No return or exchange without original receipt.
2. ALL SALES FINAL AFTER 20 DAYS.
3. If a replacement part is available, no refund will be issued.
4. All electrical and fuel components are exchange only for like components.
5. Warranty is for exchange of part only, no refund.
6. We warranty the part to be good - NOT TO SOLVE YOUR PROBLEM.
7. All parts must have a RA # before they are shipped back. You can only get your RA by calling Discovery Auto Parts Inc. (D-A-P for short) at 888-858-5711 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm EST. You must print the RA boldly on the outside of the box by the shipping label.
8. You must notify D-A-P -of all damaged parts within 4 days of delivery.
9. NO WARRANTY ON LABOR.
10. There is a 30% restocking fee on all accepted returns. 

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