Hi, This is for a 1994 Concerto, RHD. The handset has finally given up(buttons damaged) and I don't have a spare. I am able to operate the alarm by shorting out the contacts. Is there a manual override or another way of disabling the alarm? The car is old, so it is not worth the cost of a new...

Hi The 5-20 that they use in the civic , is it regular oil or semi-synthetic. Follwing the maintenance indicator, by the time it comes down to 15% the mileage on the oil is alreay around 7500 km. This make me nervous if it is regular oil. Tx

I decided to check the air filter (pain in the neck) and got the housing apart and cleaned it. However putting it back together I dropped and lost the screw/bolt nearest the strut (you'd think this would be the easiest almost but not for me). If I want to replace it, does anyone know the...

When I try to wash the windshield in my accord coupe I see the stream of water hits the wiper blade, not the glass. Nowhere in the user manual I can find the procedure... It this the same as with other, older cars, that you can put some paper clip end to the sprinkler hole and move it? I would...

I've read that cabin air filters help prevent dirt build-up / condensation on AC parts like air fins etc. If I replace my 01 Odyssey cabin air filter, should I try to clean anything else in particular while I have that whole mess disassembled? With compressed air? Water? --Ed

Hi guys I need some help i have a T3/T4 turbo kit for my civic Si 1.6 i just dont know how to hook it up :( Somebody can help me with some diagram where all that stuff go? And the wastegate has two hose i think where are they gooo?? Please HELP Thanks

Hi. I just bought a 1997 CR-V (117K miles) and brought it back to Georgia from Florida. At the end of the 9 hour drive, I happened to open the glove box and noticed that an ounce or two of water had collected in the box. The A/C had been on the whole time, as it's still warm and humid down here. I...

I've seen the Honda factory online parts diagrams and it lists a TEC or HITACHI distributor. Depending on which...there are different o- rings and cap/rotor I think. any way to tell the difference? I can't see any markings on the distributor...at least the part in view. thanks! -joe

Hello, I had an engine error code about a week ago on my 98 civic. I took it to the mechanic, he read the code, which said there was a transmission problem: incorrect gear ratio. He checked the transmission fluid, which was alright, and said the code was likely wrong, it would be like driving a...

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Hi all, I've noticed different mileage results with different kinds of gas (highway driving). Anyone knows which one has the best octane here in Ontario? thanks, vlad

I just recently purchased a 98 Prelude, the red key has been lost which is needed to add programed keys. I was told by the Honda dealer that without this red learning key I would have to purchase a new immobilizer then get the new keys programmed which will be costly. Is there any other option...

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Hi, I have a 97 accord. I have a bad front wheel stud. When they changed my tires, I noticed that the studs are on a circular plate bolted to the top of the rotor. Easy enough...I can remove 4 bolts, then take the plate off with studs. Since I have not done this before, I don't know if I need...

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I am trying to solve a braking problem, on the above. With engine running, car stationary, brake pedal goes to the floor. When on the road, slight improvement is noticed. I have freed the brakes, because of rust, (not seized) bled the system, any ideas, thanks.

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normally, my engine idels really loud, and hurts small dogs ears. I put some diesel fuel injection cleaner into my 300d t-diesel and its ideling allot quieter. is this a sign of a problem or does this sound normal? i have noticed a decrease in start time and an increase in miles per gallon (running...