2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every 15,000 miles?
09-13-2003, 01:20 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every 15,000 miles?
I know the newer Hondas specify differently, but up until 94 you were
supposed to adjust the valves every 15k. That may be a little too often....
but I have never seen a Honda that I checked the valve lash (properly) that
didn't have loose intake valves and tight exhaust valves.... so if people
are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
them.
"fettucino" <flickering@dixiechicks.com> wrote in message
news:iCv8b.212$Kt4.55@nwrdny02.gnilink.net...
> Hi,
>
> I got 288K on my 91 Civic ; I believe the valves were adjusted at 120K
mile
> service (1st time dealer service - I basically changed the fluids until
that
> time) and I think around 200K when I changed the 2nd timing belt (w/a
local
> Honda Acura shop - not a dealer...some guy who started his own repair shop
> who worked at a local dealership).
>
> So, NO ABSOLUTELY NO....you don't need valves done at 15K that
> RIDICULOUS...who's this dealer....you need to complain to the local Honda
> rep.
>
>
> "Jafir Elkurd" <jafir@nospam.no.spam.hotpop.com> wrote in message
> news:vm4vluid0ka1d6@corp.supernews.com...
> > What did you check them with, a yard stick?
> >
> > "N.E.Ohio Bob" <rgstroud@neo.rr.com> wrote in message
> > news:3F623CCF.51EFDADE@neo.rr.com...
> > > My '92 Accord has 215K and I have checked the valve clearances at 100K
> > > and 200K. They needed no adjustment either time. bob
> >
> >
>
>
supposed to adjust the valves every 15k. That may be a little too often....
but I have never seen a Honda that I checked the valve lash (properly) that
didn't have loose intake valves and tight exhaust valves.... so if people
are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
them.
"fettucino" <flickering@dixiechicks.com> wrote in message
news:iCv8b.212$Kt4.55@nwrdny02.gnilink.net...
> Hi,
>
> I got 288K on my 91 Civic ; I believe the valves were adjusted at 120K
mile
> service (1st time dealer service - I basically changed the fluids until
that
> time) and I think around 200K when I changed the 2nd timing belt (w/a
local
> Honda Acura shop - not a dealer...some guy who started his own repair shop
> who worked at a local dealership).
>
> So, NO ABSOLUTELY NO....you don't need valves done at 15K that
> RIDICULOUS...who's this dealer....you need to complain to the local Honda
> rep.
>
>
> "Jafir Elkurd" <jafir@nospam.no.spam.hotpop.com> wrote in message
> news:vm4vluid0ka1d6@corp.supernews.com...
> > What did you check them with, a yard stick?
> >
> > "N.E.Ohio Bob" <rgstroud@neo.rr.com> wrote in message
> > news:3F623CCF.51EFDADE@neo.rr.com...
> > > My '92 Accord has 215K and I have checked the valve clearances at 100K
> > > and 200K. They needed no adjustment either time. bob
> >
> >
>
>
09-13-2003, 06:12 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every 15,000 miles?
In article <f795d38.0309120515.3b2191b9@posting.google.com> ,
toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
> My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> does this sound right?
> This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> Thanks, Todd
I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
> My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> does this sound right?
> This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> Thanks, Todd
I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
09-13-2003, 06:12 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every 15,000 miles?
In article <f795d38.0309120515.3b2191b9@posting.google.com> ,
toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
> My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> does this sound right?
> This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> Thanks, Todd
I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
> My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> does this sound right?
> This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> Thanks, Todd
I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
09-13-2003, 06:12 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every 15,000 miles?
In article <f795d38.0309120515.3b2191b9@posting.google.com> ,
toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
> My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> does this sound right?
> This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> Thanks, Todd
I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
> My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> does this sound right?
> This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> Thanks, Todd
I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
09-13-2003, 06:59 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every15,000 miles?
Think what you like. It's a free country. I've been working on
automotive and aircraft engines for thirty years. I'm pretty sure I know
what I'm doing. bob
Jafir Elkurd wrote:
> . so if people
> are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
> them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
> them.
>
> "t
automotive and aircraft engines for thirty years. I'm pretty sure I know
what I'm doing. bob
Jafir Elkurd wrote:
> . so if people
> are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
> them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
> them.
>
> "t
09-13-2003, 06:59 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every15,000 miles?
Think what you like. It's a free country. I've been working on
automotive and aircraft engines for thirty years. I'm pretty sure I know
what I'm doing. bob
Jafir Elkurd wrote:
> . so if people
> are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
> them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
> them.
>
> "t
automotive and aircraft engines for thirty years. I'm pretty sure I know
what I'm doing. bob
Jafir Elkurd wrote:
> . so if people
> are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
> them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
> them.
>
> "t
09-13-2003, 06:59 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every15,000 miles?
Think what you like. It's a free country. I've been working on
automotive and aircraft engines for thirty years. I'm pretty sure I know
what I'm doing. bob
Jafir Elkurd wrote:
> . so if people
> are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
> them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
> them.
>
> "t
automotive and aircraft engines for thirty years. I'm pretty sure I know
what I'm doing. bob
Jafir Elkurd wrote:
> . so if people
> are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
> them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
> them.
>
> "t
09-16-2003, 05:57 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every15,000 miles?
Jafir Elkurd wrote:
> I know the newer Hondas specify differently, but up until 94 you were
> supposed to adjust the valves every 15k. That may be a little too often....
> but I have never seen a Honda that I checked the valve lash (properly) that
> didn't have loose intake valves and tight exhaust valves.... so if people
> are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
> them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
> them.
i had a rover 620 2.0 16v (= euro accord) running on lpg
at 220k km it needs a new cylinderhead
during that periode every 20 k km the valves need checking
marcel
09-16-2003, 05:57 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every15,000 miles?
Jafir Elkurd wrote:
> I know the newer Hondas specify differently, but up until 94 you were
> supposed to adjust the valves every 15k. That may be a little too often....
> but I have never seen a Honda that I checked the valve lash (properly) that
> didn't have loose intake valves and tight exhaust valves.... so if people
> are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
> them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
> them.
i had a rover 620 2.0 16v (= euro accord) running on lpg
at 220k km it needs a new cylinderhead
during that periode every 20 k km the valves need checking
marcel
09-16-2003, 05:57 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every15,000 miles?
Jafir Elkurd wrote:
> I know the newer Hondas specify differently, but up until 94 you were
> supposed to adjust the valves every 15k. That may be a little too often....
> but I have never seen a Honda that I checked the valve lash (properly) that
> didn't have loose intake valves and tight exhaust valves.... so if people
> are saying they have early 90's Honda (or before) that have 200,000 miles on
> them and the valves are magically perfect... they need to learn how to check
> them.
i had a rover 620 2.0 16v (= euro accord) running on lpg
at 220k km it needs a new cylinderhead
during that periode every 20 k km the valves need checking
marcel
09-18-2003, 06:52 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every 15,000 miles?
billbjohnson555@nospamhotmail.com (Bill B. Johnson) wrote in message news:<billbjohnson555-1309031512480001@pm5-broad-70.snlo.dialup.fix.net>...
> In article <f795d38.0309120515.3b2191b9@posting.google.com> ,
> toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
>
> > My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> > be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> > does this sound right?
> > This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> > Thanks, Todd
>
> I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
> valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
> to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
> take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
> service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
> even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
unfortunately it was the service manager who told me :-(
Todd
P.S. thanks for everyones input it helped me out alot.
> In article <f795d38.0309120515.3b2191b9@posting.google.com> ,
> toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
>
> > My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> > be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> > does this sound right?
> > This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> > Thanks, Todd
>
> I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
> valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
> to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
> take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
> service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
> even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
unfortunately it was the service manager who told me :-(
Todd
P.S. thanks for everyones input it helped me out alot.
09-18-2003, 06:52 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every 15,000 miles?
billbjohnson555@nospamhotmail.com (Bill B. Johnson) wrote in message news:<billbjohnson555-1309031512480001@pm5-broad-70.snlo.dialup.fix.net>...
> In article <f795d38.0309120515.3b2191b9@posting.google.com> ,
> toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
>
> > My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> > be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> > does this sound right?
> > This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> > Thanks, Todd
>
> I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
> valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
> to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
> take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
> service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
> even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
unfortunately it was the service manager who told me :-(
Todd
P.S. thanks for everyones input it helped me out alot.
> In article <f795d38.0309120515.3b2191b9@posting.google.com> ,
> toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
>
> > My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> > be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> > does this sound right?
> > This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> > Thanks, Todd
>
> I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
> valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
> to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
> take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
> service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
> even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
unfortunately it was the service manager who told me :-(
Todd
P.S. thanks for everyones input it helped me out alot.
09-18-2003, 06:52 PM
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Re: 2003 Honda Accord 4 cylender Valves need to be Adjusted every 15,000 miles?
billbjohnson555@nospamhotmail.com (Bill B. Johnson) wrote in message news:<billbjohnson555-1309031512480001@pm5-broad-70.snlo.dialup.fix.net>...
> In article <f795d38.0309120515.3b2191b9@posting.google.com> ,
> toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
>
> > My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> > be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> > does this sound right?
> > This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> > Thanks, Todd
>
> I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
> valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
> to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
> take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
> service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
> even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
unfortunately it was the service manager who told me :-(
Todd
P.S. thanks for everyones input it helped me out alot.
> In article <f795d38.0309120515.3b2191b9@posting.google.com> ,
> toddpue@yahoo.com (Todd Sanderhoff) wrote:
>
> > My dealer told me (at my last recall) that @ 15,000 my Valves need to
> > be Adj.. and it would cost about $140.00
> > does this sound right?
> > This is my first Honda and I want to do the right thing.
> > Thanks, Todd
>
> I agree with the other posters. Honda should pay for the repair if the
> valves need adjusting since your car is under warranty. If they expect you
> to pay--it seems to me to be an attempt to rip you off. You may want to
> take it to another Honda Dealership and discuss the situation with the
> service manager. He may be able to answer any questions you have and may
> even check your car for free since it's under warranty.
unfortunately it was the service manager who told me :-(
Todd
P.S. thanks for everyones input it helped me out alot.
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