Honda Tech Tip: Engine Shuts Off, But Power Mode Stays In ‘On’ Or ‘Accessory’
Honda owners might complain that when they shift into park and shut off the engine, that the power mode stays in On or Accessory. Honda says the culprit could be a misadjusted shift cable. If the shift cable is not adjusted properly, it puts pressure on the shift lever, keeping the park pin switch from opening. The power control unit needs the park pin switch position input to switch the power mode to Vehicle Off (Lock).
Honda Element Brake Job
Make sure that the caliper pins are installed correctly. The upper caliper pin and the lower caliper pin are different. Installing these caliper pins in the wrong location will cause vibration and uneven or rapid brake pad wear. All model years use springs that push the pad away from the rotor. These springs reduce noise as well as improve fuel economy.
Honda Accord Timing Belt Replacement On 2.2- And 2.3-Liter Engines
These tips outline the belt replacement for the popular 2.2- and 2.3-liter Accord engines. The other Honda engines are similar, but don’t require the balance belt. They shouldn’t present any challenge to the experienced tech, but there are some things to keep in mind as you tackle these jobs.
Honda Engine Shuts Off, But Power Mode Stays in ‘On’ or ‘Accessory’
With Honda models with one-push start, when your customer shifts into Park and shuts off the engine, does the power mode stay in ‘ON’ or ‘ACCESSORY?’
Odor Removal Tips for Erasing Musty Odor in Evaporator
Condensation, dust and pollen inside the evaporator case can cause mold to grow and leave a musty odor when the A/C is turned on. This musty odor can occur in all vehicles, not just Hondas, and it’s worse where there’s high humidity.
Toyotas, Hondas Most Likely to Eclipse 200,000 Miles
Chances are if a vehicle comes into your shop for repairs eclipsing the 200,000-mile mark, it’s going to have a Japanese nameplate attached.
The Active Safety Technology Of The 2016 Acura RLX
The 2016 Acura RLX luxury sedan, now on sale, boasts an abundance of standard premium attributes and features, including a 310 hp, direct-injected i-VTEC V6 engine. Available on all trims and standard on the Technology and Advance packages, the RLX now includes AcuraWatch, a comprehensive suite of safety and driver assistive technologies that help to
A Look at Next Generation Import Start/Stop Systems
Although stop/start idle systems have been used on hybrid vehicles for many years, a growing number of non-hybrid late model import models are also being equipped with this fuel-saving technology. For 2015, almost every major automaker offers one or more models with stop/start idle control. Many experts predict that within the next two years, over
Honda: Vehicle Won’t Move or Barely Moves
A customer brings in a vehicle that won’t move forward, backward or both. Check first to see if it grinds or clicks. And does the speedometer read a lot higher than you’re actually going? Chances are the driveshaft is disengaged. This can happen if the vehicle had earlier transmission or body shop work and the
Acura: Clunk Noise While Turning
Model: Acura RSX 2005-’06 Symptom: The front suspension makes a clunking noise while turning. Probable Cause: The front springs are moving on the spring seats. Corrective Action: Replace both front springs and do a four-wheel alignment. Diagnosis: With the engine running, with the vehicle either parked or driving at 5 mph, turn the steering wheel
Honda: Easy Fix for Engine Noise
We often encounter engines that have a cold-start knock or ticking noise. In this case, the 3.5-L V6 engines installed in various Honda models can make a knocking or ticking noise at idle and only when warm. The cause of the problem is that the rocker shaft bridge has excessive clearance from the factory, which
Modern Fuel Control Diagnostics: Sorting Through the Datastream
When confronted with a fuel control problem on a modern vehicle, I’ll normally use short- and long-term fuel trims to determine if the problem is caused by one of many failures such as a vacuum leak or a leaking fuel pressure regulator. If you’re like me, you’ll occasionally access the air/fuel ratio (AFR) sensor serial
