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    Anyone using Android head units?

    I've got the factory double din radio with 6-cd changer, and thinking about getting an Android double din head unit. I've been wanting to add a backup cam, and an Android head unit would be a slick way to have a screen for the cam instead of buying a dedicated camera screen that mounts to the...
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    FS: 1998-2002 Honda Accord timing belt kit (4-cylinder)

    Timing belt kit and accessory belts (power steering, AC/alternator) with only 55k miles. For 98-02 4-cylinder Accords (6th gen Accords). I had an oil leak and I wanted to deal with it, and since I knew I'd have the timing cover and timing belt off, I went ahead and ordered a timing belt kit and...
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    Lower timing cover tensioning nut - rubber washer - stupid question

    Putting things back together after a timing belt job and after installing the lower timing cover, I'm trying to slip the rubber washer over the tension adjusting nut. There isn't enough clearance between the cover and the nut to slip this washer onto the groove on the nut where the washer is...
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    code P1491 - EGR Valve Insufficient Lift - safe to drive?

    2001 Accord I4. I got a CEL today and pulled the code. It's P1491 - EGR Valve Insufficient Lift. Car seems to idle and run fine. I've got a 500mi road trip tomorrow. Is it safe to drive the car or would I be doing damage to the car? At my destination, I have access to a garage and tools...
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    What else to replace/service while I'm replacing timing belt?

    2001 Accord I4 MT I'll be replacing the following parts, and wondering if there's anything else I should be replacing or cleaning while I'm in these areas. Timing belt and front-of-engine seals: timing belt balance belt timing belt tensioner balance belt tensioner tensioner springs...
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    Seat belt buckle screws - what are these (not Torx)?

    I've got a SRS code 9-3 (driver's seat belt buckle). It's probably the well known issue with the microswitch plunger. I've read online that on various other Hondas/Acuras, the buckle uses torx screws, but that's not the case with the buckle on my 6GA. Not sure what this is. Looks like it might...
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    common oil leak sources?

    I'm going through a quart of oil every 1k miles. There was some obvious leaking around and under the distributor, so I replaced the distributor O-ring and distributor shaft seal (there was a little oil in the distributor cap). This made no noticeable difference in the amount of oil I'm losing...
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    Bleed clutch without removing front motor mount?

    2001 I4 MT I'm looking to replace flush the clutch fluid (it's still using the original fluid) - I figure after 17 years, I should probably take care of this. Here's a pic of the clutch slave cylinder. Not a lot of room around that bleeder nipple. Have you guys been able to get a wrench on...
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    Coupe inner tail light removal

    I'm replacing the tail light gaskets and the outer tail lights were easy enough to remove and reinstall. But how do you remove the inner (trunk lid) tail lights on a 6th gen coupe? The manual makes it look like there are only 5 nuts on each side (2 on the outer edge that are accessible from the...
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    Brake reservoir cap - is this normal?

    I've read that reservoir caps have diaphragms that are supposed to be pushed back in before replacing the cap onto the reservoir after a flush or bleed. The cap looks like this: The white plastic piece just slides up and down on the plastic rod that is attached to the cap. I guess this...
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    Touch-up painting of bumper - do I need plastic primer?

    Rear bumper of my Accord has some small dents and scratches from being hit in a parking lot. Not worth getting repaired and painted by a professional given cost to do so relative to value of car, but it's rather unsightly. Since a bit of DIY sanding, rattlecan priming and painting made a dent...
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    Dent - need some DIY advice

    I've got a dent just in front of the rear wheelwell of my 6th gen coupe, and a smaller dent(s) just above the wheelwell. I tried using a glue puller dent repair kit, but that got nowhere as this is not the kind of dent those pullers are designed for. I checked with a few autobody...
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    Coolant drain/flush/fill sequence and a few questions

    After reading about what a pain it is to remove the coolant drain bolt, I think I'll skip that and flush the system to clear out the engine block and heater core. I'm also switching from whatever green coolant prior owner/mechanic used when replacing water pump to Honda Type 2 coolant, so seems...
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    Remote alarm not working after battery replacement

    My remote, which I believe is a Honda factory remote (bought car used), stopped working the other day, and I assumed it was a dying battery, so I removed it (checked it on a battery tester, it is very weak) and swapped in a fresh battery. Now the remote does not work at all. I was at Advance...
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    Peak Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant

    I'm going to pick up some antifreeze/coolant to top off the reservoir tank, which is currently at the low level. At Advance Auto, the two selections for my 6gen Accord are the undiluted and diluted versions of Peak Long Life. My coolant is green. The Peak stuff is supposed to be amber and not...
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    Oil loss

    '01 4cyl MT oil: Valvoline Maxlife Synth. Blend 10w30 I am losing quite a bit of oil. It's been 4,100 miles since my last oil change and in that time, I've added 3.7 quarts oil. Basically I'm going through nearly 1 quart every 1k miles. I left the car sitting in one place for the last 24 hours...
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    Rotor housing(?) deformation?

    Took this pic when I was having a tire patched. This is front right of car. Arrow points at what seems like a deformation - sure doesn't look like it was designed to be that way. What is this part? Is this deformation a problem?
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    MPG - a little low?

    The chart shows the miles per gallon I've gotten since buying this I4 MT coupe with 117k miles on it. I'm not an aggressive driver. The spikes in MPG correspond to long trips (1k mi. round trips). Local driving involves a high proportion of errands like groceries, which are often <1-2 miles...
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    Spare tire cover not sitting flush

    Cleaning out my trunk and I noticed something I had forgotten about - the spare tire lid doesn't sit flush. Seems to be due to the styrofoam blocks attached to the underside of the cover. I can get a close to flush fit with the rim facing up, but cannot secure the wheel in this position because...
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    Wheel options for stock suspension

    I4 EX coupe. I've got the stock 15" alloys with 195/65R15 tires. Apologies for hurting the eyes of those with lowered rides. :o Tires will need to be replaced soon. I'm considering using this as an opportunity to maybe change my rims because: 1. They have lots of curb rash 2. I wouldn't mind...
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    Considering going to slightly larger wheels

    I've got a 2001 i4 MT Accord EX coupe with what I assume are the stock wheels (bought car used). Pics of current wheels: Tire tread is getting low, so I'm considering using this opportunity to put in some slightly larger wheels (perhaps buying a secondhand set of wheels with relatively...
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    Coolant change - a couple of questions

    1. The Honda manual insists we use Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Is this necessary? Any good, less expensive alternatives? Is mixing water from a garden hose with pure antifreeze just fine? 2. The Honda manual mentions removing the drain bolt and washer (in addition to the drain...
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