In this video I show you how to replace both VTEC solenoid valve gaskets (valve to cylinder head and solenoid to valve) on 1994-1997 Accords.
This is a common cause of oil leaks on the upper passenger side of the engine next to the distributor shaft seal, distributor o ring, and valve cover gasket.
It seems the same engineers who buried the Accords fuel filter also decided to make the VTEC solenoid valve difficult to remove as well. One of the bolts for the valve is buried so deep you have to partially drain the cooling system and use a u-joint to get it out.
I take your through the process step by step from removal of all the parts to re installation.
This video ran a bit longer than I wanted it to but considering how deceptively easy this job looks at first glance (until you can't get that one remaining hidden bolt on the valve off to remove it) I decided to leave in as much detail as possible.
You will need to add new coolant and bleed the cooling system to avoid engine damage after you're done. If you need that info here is the link to my cooling system bleeding video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owQcxSrKARA
Honda part numbers used in the video:
Solenoid to valve gasket: 36172-P0A-005
VTEC valve to cylinder head gasket: 15825-P0A-015
VTEC oil pressure switch o-ring: 91319-PR3-003
Thermostat housing to intake gasket: 91312-P0A-000
Thermostat housing to connecting pipe o-ring: 91314-PH7-003
These part numbers should work on all 1994-1997 Accords with VTEC but as always check with your dealer to confirm these part numbers will work with your vehicle.
Intro and outro music by Kevin Macleod (Incompetech.com).
VTEC just kicked in YO
Justin crawling up to vtec, then punching it.
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Honda Distributor Oil Seal Replacement
In this video I cover repairing both internal and external oil leaks on 1994-1997 Honda 4 cylinder engine distributors.
Many state if the distributor is leaking internally it can't be repaired and to buy a new distributor. Well with the right part number and a bit of patience. You can fix that internal oil leak and save yourself at least 180 bucks.
Here are the part numbers of the parts used in the video. These are for the Tec distributors (external ignition coil) only the part numbers listed are not compatible with Hitachi distributors (internal ignition coil).
Outer O-Ring Seal: 30110-PA1-732 (From Honda).
Inner Shaft Seal Part Number: NOK BH3888E (Order Online). The dimensions of this seal are 12.5 X 22.5 X 5mm.
I also address repairing the common outer seal leak as well.
If you replace your heater core inlet hose you'll need to bleed the cooling system.
Here is a link to my video on bleeding the cooling system:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owQcxSrKARA
Intro and outro music by Kevin Macleod (Incompetech.com).
Spark Plug Well Oil Leak Fix, Honda Accord - EricTheCarGuy
Spark Plug Well Oil Leak Fix, Honda Accord - EricTheCarGuy
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I know I've promised this one for some time so here it is. If you have this problem I recommend replacing the seals in the valve cover first and then coming back to recheck for oil in the spark plug wells in about a month or so, if you find oil then I recommend performing this procedure. I can't stress enough how important it is to make sure everything is lined up correctly when you reinstall the rocker assembly, bad things can happen if you don't.
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Head Gasket Repair, Install, Replacement on a Honda Civic..How to repair a blown head gasket!
Basic Head gasket repair. Showing you the Replacement prep and Install on a 2000 Honda Civic with a D16y8 ! Just so people can see how to change/replace/fix or repair their own blown engines head gasket! Also, if your just getting started check out my how to remove cylinder head video on my channel! Thanks....
UPDATE....Well it's been over a year and several thousands of miles with 13psi of turboBoost since doing this head gasket repair and still running like a champ. Thanks for watching!
How To Solve Honda Idle Problems - EricTheCarGuy
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Before posting questions about Honda idle problems please read this: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/forum/8-Service-and-Repair-Questions-Answered-Here/41476-solving-honda-idle-issues-hunting-idle
The viewers have chosen and this weeks video will be about solving Honda idle problems. I'm really not surprised as I get a lot of questions and requests about this very subject. Here are the links I promised in the video that will help you address specific issues mentioned in the video.
How To Bleed a Cooling System
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUpXgAJ1gjU
How to Check for Vacuum Leaks
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CPqbaSgcok
Reading Check Engine Light Codes
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BD05sPclLyE
Diagnosing an Overheat
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUzOTnsWImI
Hopefully when your done checking all that stuff out you will have solved your Honda's idle problem, if not leave a comment or send me a message and I'll see what I can do just make sure you have tried all the stuff in the videos first as that saves me from typing so much.
I also want to add my "Idle Speech" into the mix here: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/forum/8-Service-and-Repair-Questions-Answered-Here/41475-solving-honda-idle-issues-rough-idle
There are a lot of things that can contribute to an idle issue, in fact in the end it may still be there to some degree because of the nature of that engine however here are some things to start with.
First start with a good tune up, use NGK or Nippon Denso plugs, don't change the wires if they are OE, if they aren't OE you might consider NGK wires as they are very good and less expensive then OE. A quality cap and rotor should be good. A new air filter also helps.
Don't change the PCV valve, if you see an aftermarket PCV valve in there put a Honda in, believe it or not I've seen idle issues caused by aftermarket PCV valves, the OE's last just about forever so you can easily justify the expense.
Next a good valve adjustment, this goes a long way to smooth out the idle if done correctly, mess it up and things can get a lot worse though.
While you have the valve cover off check the timing belt tension, if you feel a lot of slack this can cause the cam to 'chunk' as it spins causing a rough idle. If you think the belt has been on there for some time then you might consider changing it and resetting the tension properly, if it's not ready for replacement you can reset the tension to take up the slack.
DO NOT adjust the idle screw under any circumstances, it is set at the factory and that is the reason it was sealed in the first place. If you find that the seal has been broken and you have a low idle and you have done all of the above then you might turn the screw out a little to see if that helps the idle but only enough to try and bring it back to where it was before it was adjusted in the first place.
Last clean the screen in the Idle Air Control valve, this can get clogged up with carbon over time and cause the flow through it to be restricted which can cause idle issues.
If you still have a 'rough' idle after all of this THEN look to the engine mounts as you want to be sure the engine is running correctly before you go for those as the one in the back is a real pain to replace.
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1992 Honda Accord Timing Belt/Water Pump Replacement Highlights
Some of the steps taken to replace a timing belt and water pump on a 1992 Honda Accord. This isn't a step by step procedure, but the video shows most of the steps involved to do this job. Refer to the service manual for all of the steps, and follow all proper safety precautions!
HONDA V-Tec Operation
HONDA V-Tec Operation
Describes the operation of the HONDA V-Tec variable valve timing system. Like never seen before, this animation goes into details on the mechanical principle of the V-Tec system. The Honda V-Tec system is a dual setting variable valve timing system. It is meant to give high efficiency and low power at lower RPM and high power and low efficiency at higher RPMs. There have been a few incarnations of V-Tec, which came out in the late 80's, but their principle is the same. See it all here with high quality visual details.
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Honda Accord Starter Replacement
In this video I show you how to replace the starter motor on 1994-1997 Accords.
Please note just because your vehicle won't crank doesn't mean the starter motor is faulty. If you're unsure why your vehicle won't crank watch the no crank diagnosis video first you can find the link below.
No Crank Diagnosis Video (Troubleshooting Starting System Issues):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwdBEENa7Is
Intro and outro music by Kevin Macleod (Incompetech.com).
Replacing a Honda solenoid
Just a quickie go through on how to replace your Honda solenoid -- this was on a CB900 Custom but it's pretty generic across the board on all hondas
Refilling And Bleeding The Cooling System
In this video I cover the proper procedure for refilling and purging air from the cooling system after a cooling system component replacement or a coolant change.
Forgetting to bleed the system typically results in the engine running hotter than usual (as evidenced by the dash temperature gauge) or even overheating following a repair. Overheating even once can cause serious engine damage.
The bleeding process is pretty straightforward and I'll take you through the process step by step.
Intro and outro music by Kevin Macleod (Incompetech.com).
Replacing a Distributor, Acura Integra - EricTheCarGuy
Replacing a Distributor, Acura Integra - EricTheCarGuy
Well I think the title will sum this one up. Yes, I did loan my car to my brother the other day only to get it back with a bad distributor, luckily I had one in a box, not the correct one but one that worked. This also covers firing order and a few other tips should you have to replace the igniter or coil. In my opinion the only things you should automatically replace a distributor on a Honda or Acura for are the bearing going bad like in this video or oil leaking inside the assembly. I don't think they should ever be automatically replaced for a no start. I also highly recommend using Honda ignition parts, if not you may be sorry.
There will be a "sequel" to this covering setting the ignition timing, click the link below.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGzxCCaxDjI
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How to replace a Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
Here is my first video, replacing a vehicle speed sensor on a 1995 Honda Odyssey, I believe this same sensor is used on the 1992-2001 Honda Prelude, 1996-1997 Honda Odyssey, 1995 Honda Civic Del Sol, 1992-1995 Honda Civic, 1992-1997 Honda Accord, 1999-2000 Acura TL, 1993-1995 Acura NSX, and 1997 Acura CL.