6th Gen FAQ (Read Before Posting)

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We ask that you read through this FAQ as it will answer most if not all the most commonly asked questions about 1998-2002 Accord.
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-------GENERAL FAQ-------

Q) What engine do I have in my 98-02 Accord?
A) Reference list below

F23A5 (DX Model) - 2.3L SOHC 16-Valve Non-VTEC 4-Cylinder

F23A1/F23A4 (LX, EX Models) - 2.3L SOHC 16-Valve VTEC 4-Cylinder

F23A4 (ULEV) (EX & LX Models) - 2.3L SOHC 16-Valve VTEC 4-Cylinder

J30A1 (LX, EX Models) - 3.0L SOHC 24-Valve v6

Q) How much torque/horsepower do stock 98-02 Accords have?
A) Reference list below

LX/EX Coupe Horsepower - 150 @ 5700rpm
LX/EX Coupe Torque - 152 @ 4900rpm

LX/EX v6 Coupe Horsepower- 200 @ 5500rpm
LX/EX v6 Coupe Torque - 195 @ 4700rpm

DX 4cyl Sedan Horsepower - 135 @ 5050rpm
DX 4cyl Sedan Torque - 153 @ 3750rpm

LX/EX 4cyl Sedan Horsepower - 150 @ 5700rpm
LX/EX 4cyl Sedan Torque - 152 @ 4900rpm

LX/EX v6 Sedan Horsepower - 200 @ 5500rpm
LX/EX v6 Sedan Torque - 195 @ 4700rpm

LX/EX 4cyl (F23A4 ULEV) Horsepower - 148 @ ????rpm
LX/EX 4cyl (F23A4 ULEV) Torque - ??? @ ????rpm

Q) What's my compression ratio?
A) Reference list below

DX (F23A5) - 8.8:1
LX & EX (F23A1/F23A4) - 9.3:1
LX & EX v6 (J30A1) - 9.4:1

Q) What's my engines displacement?
A) Reference list below

DX, LX & EX 4cyl - 137.5 cubic inch
LX & Ex v6 - 182.8 cubic inch

Q) What's my engines Bore & Stroke?
A) Reference list below

4Cyl - 3.39 x 3.82 in (86.0 x 97.0 mm)
v6 - 3.39 x 3.39 in (86.0 x 86.0 mm)

Q) What's my engines firing order?
A) Reference list below

4cyl - 1,3,4,2
v6 - 1,4,2,5,3,6

Q) What are my cylinder numbers?
A) Reference list below

4cyl (Left to right): 4 - 3 - 2 - 1
6cyl (Left to right):
Rear bank: 1 - 2 - 3
Front bank: 4 - 5 - 6

Q) What RPM's should my engine idle?
A) Reference list below

4cyl - 650rpm to 750rpm
v6 - 630rpm to 730rpm

Q) What are my engine fluid capacities?
A) Reference list below

4Cyl Engine fluid capacities:

• Oil (5W-20) - 4.5 US qt
• Manual Transmission oil (API Service SG, SH, SJ, SAE 10W-30) - 2.0 US qt
• Automatic Transmission oil (Honda ATF-Z1) - 2.6 US qt
• Coolant (Manual) - 1.45 US Gallons
• Coolant (Automatic) - 1.43 US Gallons

v6 Engine fluid capacities:

• Oil (5W-20) - 4.6 US qt
• Automatic Transmission oil (Honda ATF-Z1) - 3.1 US qt
• Coolant (Automatic) - 1.48 US Gallons

Q) What type of spark plug does my car have & what should the gap be?
A) Reference list below

1998 to 1999 4Cyl - NGK ZFR5F-11
v6 & 2000 or later 4Cyl - NGK PZFR5F-11
Spark plug gap - 0.039 to 0.043 inch

Q) I have an Engine trouble code but what does it mean?
A) Reference list below

(taken from Haynes manual)

Code - Light flash code - Probable cause

P0107 - 3 - Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor circuit low input
P0108 - 3 - Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor circuit high input
P0112 - 10 - Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor circuit low input
P0113 - 10 - Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor circuit high input
P0116 - 86 - Electronic Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor range/performance problem
P0117 - 6 - Electronic Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor circuit low input
P0118 - 6 - Electronic Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor circuit high input
P0122 - 7 - Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) circuit low input
P0123 - 7 - Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) circuit high input
P0131 - 1 - Primary heated o2 sensor circuit low input
P0132 - 1 - Primary heated o2 sensor circuit high input
P0133 - 61 - Primary heated o2 sensor slow response
P0135 - 41 - Primary heated o2 sensor circuit malfunction
P0137 - 63 - Secondary heated o2 sensor circuit low voltage
P0138 - 63 - Secondary heated o2 sensor circuit high voltage
P0139 - 63 - Secondary heated o2 sensor slow response
P0141 - 65 - Secondary heated o2 sensor heater circuit failure
P0171 - 45 - System Adaptive fuel too lean
P0172 - 45 - System Adaptive fuel too rich
P0300 - 71 - Random misfire detected
P0301 - 71 - Cylinder no. 1 misfire detected
P0302 - 72 - Cylinder no. 2 misfire detected
P0303 - 73 - Cylinder no. 3 misfire detected
P0304 - 74 - Cylinder no. 4 misfire detected
P0305 (v6) - 75 - Cylinder no. 5 misfire detected
P0306 (v6) - 76 - Cylinder no. 6 misfire detected
P0325 (4cyl) - 23 - Knock sensor circuit fault
P0335 - 4 - Crankshaft position sensor circuit malfunction
P0336 - 4 - Crankshaft position sensor range performance
P0401 - 80 - EGR insufficient flow detected
P0420 - 67 - Catalyst system efficiency below threshold
P0452 - 91 - EVAP fuel tank pressure sensor low input
P0453 - 91 - EVAP fuel tank pressure sensor high input
P0500 (4cyl Manual) - 17 - VSS fault
P0505 - 14 - IAC valve system fault
P0715 - 70 - Automatic transaxle malfunction
P0720 - 70 - Automatic transaxle malfunction
P0725 - 70 - Automatic transaxle malfunction
P0730 - 70 - Automatic transaxle malfunction
P0740 - 70 - Automatic transaxle malfunction
P0753 - 70 - Automatic transaxle malfunction
P0758 - 70 - Automatic transaxle malfunction
P0763 - 70 - Automatic transaxle malfunction
P1106 - 13 - Barometric pressure sensor circuit range performance malfunction
P1107 - 13 - Barometric pressure sensor circuit low voltage
P1108 - 13 - Barometric pressure sensor circuit high voltage
P1121 - 7 - Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) circuit low input
P1122 - 7 - Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) circuit high input
P1128 - 5 - MAP sensor circuit low voltage
P1129 - 5 - MAP sensor circuit high voltage
P1149 (4cyl) - 61 - Primary heated o2 sensor circuit range malfunction
P1162 (4cyl) - 48 - Primary heated o2 sensor circuit malfunction
P1163 (4cyl) - 61 - Primary heated o2 sensor circuit slow response
P1164 (4cyl) - 61 - Primary heated o2 sensor circuit range malfunction
P1165 (4cyl) - 61 - Primary heated o2 sensor circuit range malfunction
P1166 (4cyl) - 41 - Primary heated o2 sensor heater electrical malfunction
P1167 (4cyl) - 41 - Primary heated o2 sensor heater system malfunction
P1253 (4cyl) - 21 - VTEC system malfunction
P1257 (4cyl) - 22 - VTEC system malfunction
P1258 (4cyl) - 22 - VTEC system malfunction
P1259 - 22 - VTEC system malfunction
P1297 - 20 - Electric Load Detector (ELD) circuit low voltage
P1298 - 20 - Electric Load Detector (ELD) circuit high voltage
P1359 - 8 - CKP/TDC sensor disconnection
P1361 - 8 - TDC sensor intermittent voltage signal
P1362 - 8 - TDC sensor no voltage signal
P1366 (v6) - 58 - TDC sensor number 2 intermittent voltage signal
P1367 (v6) - 58 - TDC sensor number 2 no voltage signal
P1381 (4cyl) - 9 - CYP sensor intermittent voltage signal
P1382 (4cyl) - 9 CYP sensor no voltage signal
P1456 - 90 - EVAP control system leak near fuel tank
P1457 - 90 - EVAP control system leak near canister
P1491 - 12 - EGR valve lift insufficient
P1498 - 12 - EGR valve lift sensor high voltage
P1519 - 14 - IAC valve circuit failure

NOTE: The following codes do not flash the CHECK ENGINE light. A scan tool is required to read the codes .

P1607 - PCM internal circuit failure
P1705 - Automatic transaxle failure
P1706 - Automatic transaxle failure
P1738 - Automatic transaxle failure
P1739 - Automatic transaxle failure
P1753 - Automatic transaxle failure
P1768 - Automatic transaxle failure
P1773 - Automatic transaxle failure
P1791 - Automatic transaxle failure

Q) How big is my fuel tank?
A) 17.12 US Gallons

Q) What about my air conditioner?
A) Reference list below

Refrigerant type - R-134a
Charge capacity (4cyl) - 25-27oz
Charge capacity (v6) - 16-18oz
Lubricant oil - ND-OIL8

Q) How much does my car weight stock?
A) Reference list below

(taken from autos.msn.com based on 1998 model)

LX 4Cyl Coupe (Automatic) - 3,009lbs
LX 4Cyl Coupe (Manual) - 2,943lbs
EX 4Cyl Coupe (Automatic) - 3,042lbs
EX 4Cyl Coupe (Manual) - 2,976lbs
LX v6 Coupe (Automatic) - 3,197lbs
EX v6 Coupe (Automatic) - 3,241lbs

DX 4Cyl Sedan (Automatic) - 2,954lbs
DX 4Cyl Sedan (Manual) - 2,888lbs
LX 4Cyl Sedan (Automatic) - 3,053lbs
LX 4Cyl Sedan (Manual) - 2,987lbs
EX 4Cyl Sedan (Automatic) - 3,086lbs
EX 4Cyl Sedan (Manual) - 3,020lbs
LX v6 Sedan (Automatic) - 3,241lbs
EX v6 Sedan (Automatic) - 3,285lbs

NOTE: For gross vehicle weight please refer to your vehicles certification label located on your drivers door jamb

Q) Bulb replacement list?
A) Reference list below

(taken from www.sylvania.com)

Ash Tray (Coupe) - 74

Back-Up Lights - 7440
Brake Lights - 7443

Courtesy Light (Coupe) - 168
Courtesy Light (Sedan) - 194

Dome Light - 6418

Front Side marker (Coupe) - 1157A
Front Side marker (01-02 Coupe) - 168
Front Turn Signal - 1157A
Front Turn Signal (01-02 Coupe) - 7440

Headlights (Low beam) - 9006
Headlights (High beam) - 9005
High-Mount Brake Light - 7440

License Plate - 168

Map light - 168

Parking Lights - 1157A
Parking Lights (01-02 Coupe) - 168

Rear Side marker (Coupe) - 168
Rear Side marker (01-02 Coupe) - 7443
Rear Turn Signal (Coupe) - 3057
Rear Turn Signal (Sedan) - 7440
Rear Turn Signal (01-02 Coupe) - 7440

Tail Lights (Coupe) - 3057
Tail Lights (01-02 Coupe) - 7443
Tail Lights (Sedan) - 168 & 7443
Trunk Light - 168

Q) Do you know of any good online stores to purchase OEM replacement parts?
A) Yes. There are a few web sites that come highly recommended.

http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/
http://www.tasauto.com/
http://www.majestichonda.com

Q) What size tires and rims came stock on my 98-02 accord?
A) Reference list below

DX Model - 14's - P195/70R14 90S
LX, EX 4Cyl - 15's - P195/65R15 89H
LX, EX v6 - 15's - P205/65R15 92V
EX v6 Coupes - 16's - P206/60/16

Spare tire 4Cyl - T125/70D15
Spare tire v6 - T135/90D15

Q) What's my accords lug pattern?
A) Reference list below

4Cyl - 4x114.3
v6 - 5x114.3

 

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-------TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS-------

NOTE: These specifications were taken from the Haynes manual. Some of these parts require that the bolts be torqued in a certain pattern to avoid warping and damage!!

Automatic Transaxel:
Drain plug - 36 ft-lbs
Filler plug (v6 only) - 33 ft-lbs

Manual Transaxel:
Drain plug - 29 ft-lbs
Filler plug - 33 ft-lbs

Spark plugs - 156 in-lbs
Wheel lug nuts (stock rims) - 80 ft-lbs

Brake related torque specifications (ft-lbs unless otherwise indicated):

Brake hose-to-caliper banjo bolt (front & rear) - 25
Master Cylinder mounting bolts - 132 in-lbs
Strut brace mounting nuts - 16
Brake booster mounting nuts - 110 in-lbs
Wheel sensor mounting bolts - 88 in-lbs

Front disc brake:
Caliper mounting bolts (4Cyl) - 54
Caliper mounting bolts (v6) - 36
Caliper mounting bracket bolts - 80

Rear disc brake:
Caliper mounting bolts - 19
Caliper mounting bracket bolts - 28
Disc-to-hub screws - 84 in-lbs

Rear drum brake:
Wheel cylinder nuts - 80 in-lbs

Steering & suspension related torque specifications (ft-lbs unless otherwise indicated):

Front suspension:
Damper fork pinch bolt - 32
Damper fork-to-lower control arm through-bolt/nut - 47
Lower control arm inner pivot bolt - 47
Radius rod-to-crossmember nut - 32
Radius rod-to-lower control arm bolts - 119

Shock absorber-to-body mounting nuts:
8 x 1.25 - 144 in-lbs
10 x 1.25 - 37

Damper shaft nut - 22
Stabilizer bar link nut - 29
Stabilizer bar bracket bolts - 22
Lower balljoint nut - 36 to 43
Upper balljoint nut - 29 to 35
Upper control arm pivot bolts - 47
Wheel speed sensor bracket nut - 84 in-lbs

Rear suspension:
Lower arm inner pivot bolt - 43
Lower arm-to-knuckle bolt/nut - 43
Control arm inner pivot bolt/nut - 40
Control arm-to-knuckle nut - 43
Trailing arm-to-chassis bolt - 43
Trailing arm-to-knuckle bolt - 43
Leading arm inner pivot bolt - 43
Leading arm-to-knuckle bolt - 43
Upper arm inner pivot bolt - 43
Upper arm-to-knuckle castle nut - 36 to 43
Hub nut - 139
Damber shaft nut - 22
Stabilizer bar link nut - 29
Stabilizer bar bracket bolts - 22
Shock absorber-to-knuckle bolt - 43
Shock absorber upper mounting nuts - 37

Airbag system:
Airbag module Torx bolts - 86 in-lbs

Steering system:
Intermediate shaft pinch bolt - 16
Power steering pump mounting bolts - 16
Power steering line bolts - 96 in-lbs
Steering wheel nut - 29
Steering gear mounting bolts - 28

Stiffener plate bolts:
Small bolts - 28
Large bolts - 32

Tie-rod end-to-steering knuckle nut - 32

4Cyl specific torque specifications (ft-lbs unless otherwise indicated):

Air intake plenum bolts - 16

Camshaft bearing cap bolts:
6.0 x 1.0mm - 108 in-lbs
8.0 x 1.25mm - 16

Valve cover bolts - 86 in-lbs
Balance shaft/timing belt tensioner nut - 33
Camshaft sprocket bolt - 43
Crankshaft pulley bolt - 181

Cylinder head bolts:
Step 1 - 22
Step 2 - Tighten an additional 90 degrees
Step 3 - Tighten an additional 90 degrees
Step 4 (new bolts only) - Tighten an additional 90 degrees

Flywheel-to-crankshaft bolts - 76
Driveplate-to-crankshaft bolts - 54
Intake manifold nuts - 16
Exhaust manifold nuts - 23
Balance shaft (front) sprocket bolt - 22
Balance shaft (rear) sprocket bolt - 18
Oil pan-to-engine bolts - 120 in-lbs
Oil pressure relief valve plug - 29
Oil pump pick-up tube bolts/nuts - 104 in-lbs
Oil pump housing bolts - 104 in-lbs
Rear main oil seal housing bolts - 104 in-lbs
Timing belt cover bolts (upper & lower) - 104 in-lbs
Water pump retaining bolts - 104 in-lbs

Front engine mount:
Bracket-to-chassis bolts - 28
Bracket-to-engine bolts - 28
Through-bolt - 47

Rear engine mount:
Mount-to-chassis bolts - 28
Bracket-to-engine bolts - 40
Nut for mount stud - 40

Left engine mount:
Bracket-to-engine bolt/nuts - 40
Mount-to-chassis bolts - 28

Right engine mount:
Through-bolt - 40
Bracket-to-transaxle nuts - 28
Mount-to-chassis bolts - 28

v6 specific torque specifications (ft-lbs unless otherwise indicated):

Camshaft thrust plate bolts - 16
Camshaft sprocket bolts - 67
Crankshaft pulley bolt - 181

Cylinder head bolts (perform each step twice):
Step 1 - 29
Step 2 - 51
Step 3 - 72

Valve cover bolts - 104 in-lbs
Driveplate bolts - 54
Exhaust manifold nuts - 23
Exhaust heat shield bolts - 16
Intake manifold bolts/nuts (upper & lower) - 16
Oil pan bolts/nuts - 104 in-lbs
Oil pan drain plug - 29
Oil pick-up screen mounting bolts - 104 in-lbs
Oil pump mounting bolts - 104 in-lbs
Rocker arm shaft bolts - 17
Timing belt tensioner bolts - 104 in-lbs
Timing belt idler pulley bolt - 33
Timing belt cover bolts - 104 in-lbs
Rear main oil seal retainer bolts - 104 in-lbs
Left-side engine mount engine bracket bolts - 33
left-side engine mount insulator through-bolt - 40
Front engine mount engine bracket bolts - 28
Rear engine mount engine bracket bolts - 28
Engine mount insulator nut (front & rear) - 40
Passenger-side engine mount bolts - 28

-------VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS-------

NOTE: Engine must be cold

Intake:
4Cyl - 0.009 to 0.011 inch
v6 - 0.008 to 0.009 inch

Exhaust:
4Cyl & v6 - 0.011 to 0.013 inch

-------ACCESSORY DRIVEBELT DEFLECTION SPECIFICATIONS-------

v6 Specific:
Power steering pump:
New belt - 5/16 to 7/16 inch
Old belt - 1/2 to 5/8 inch

Alternator - see tension indicator on vehicle

4Cyl Specific:
Power steering pump:
New belt - 7/16 to 1/2 inch
Old belt - 1/2 to 5/8 inch

Alternator without air conditioning:
New belt - 5/16 to 3/8 inch
Old belt - 7/16 to 1/2 inch

Alternator with air conditioning:
New belt - 3/16 to 1/4 inch
Old belt - 5/16 to 3/8 inch

 

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-------GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE-------

250 miles or weekly (whichever comes first)
Check engine oil level
Check engine coolant level
Check windshield washer fluid level
Check brake & clutch fluid level
Check tires & tire pressure

3,000 miles or 3 months (whichever comes first)
All items listed above plus:
Check power steering fluid level
Check automatic transaxle fluid level
Change engine oil & filter

7,500 miles or 6 months (whichever comes first)
All items listed above plus:
Inspect & replace, if necessary windshield wiper blades
Check & service the battery
Check & adjust, if necessary engine drivebelts
Inspect & replace, if necessary all underhood hoses
Check the cooling system
Rotate the tires
Inspect the brake system

15,000 miles or 12 months (whichever comes first)
All items listed above plus:
Check seat belts
Replace air filter
Inspect the fuel system
Check manual transaxle lubricant level
Inspect the suspension, steering componets & driveaxle boots
Check exhaust system

30,000 miles or 24 months (whichever comes first)
All items listed above plus:
Replace spark plugs (1998-1999 4Cyl models)
Inspect & replace, if necessary the sprak plug wires, distributor cap & rotor
Check and, if necessary, replace the PCV valve
Check & adjust, if necessary the engine idle speed
Service the cooling system (drain, flush & refill)
Replace the brake fluid
Change the automatic transaxle fluid
Change the manual transaxle lubricant
Replace the air-conditioning filter
Check & adjust, if necessary the valve clearance

105,000 Miles or 72 months (whichever comes first)
Replace spark plugs (2000 & later 4cyl & v6 models)
Replace the timing & balance shaft belts

 

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-------Performance FAQ-------

Q) Where should I start?
A) That depends on the direction you want to take your car.

Q) What about an engine swap?
A) For the I4 model the h22 is the most common swap. For the v6 model the CL-S engine and transmission combo is the most common.

Q) Is there a turbo kit for my 98-02 Accord?
A) Yes, but only for the 4cyl models. You can put together a custom turbo kit for the v6 models but it is not recommended unless you swap out the automatic transmission for a manual.

http://www.turbo-kits.com/accord_turbo_kits.html

Q) Can I supercharge my v6 98-02 Accord?
A) Yes. The Comptech Supercharger system is the only available supercharger on the market today for the 98-02 v6 Accords.

http://www.comptechusa.com/store/av6sc.html

Q) Can I swap in a manual transmission in my v6?
A) Yes. The CL-S transmission swap is growing more popular by the day in our cars.

Q) Is there a cat-back exhaust system available for my 98-02 Accord?
A) Yes. Here are some of the more popular ones.

http://www.comptechusa.com/store/header1.html (v6 only)
http://www.apexi-usa.com/product_exhaust_detail.asp?id=176&pageNum=1
http://www.greddy.com/
http://meganracing.com/products/product_page.asp?catid=3
http://www.magnaflow.com/02product/shopdisplayproducts.asp?SID=4Honda&zone=Sport&id=166&cat=Accord

Q) Are there any CAI's (cold air intake) or SRI's (short ram intakes) available for my 98-02 Accord?
A) Yes. There are several CAI's and SRI's available for the 98-02 Accords . One of the more popular intake systems is the AEM v2 CAI and AEM SRI.

http://www.aempower.com/product_intake_app.asp

Q) Are there aftermarket pulleys available?
A) Yes. They're is a few aftermarket pulley's and pulley kits available. One of the more popular kits is the AEM "Tru-Power Pulley Kit".

http://www.aempower.com/product_pulley_app.asp

Q) How about an underdrive crank pulley?
A) Yes. There are a few companies that make an underdrive crank pulley for our car. Some of the more popular ones are Arospeed, Megan Racing & Unorthodox

http://www.arospeed.com/
http://www.meganracing.com/
http://www.unorthodoxracing.com/

Q) Are there any cams for the v6?
A) Yes. There is a few companies who make aftermarket cams for the v6. One of these companies is GUDE. Most people swap in an Acura CL Type-S cam (requires modification).

http://www.gude.com/Cams/cam_accord.html

Q) Are there any headers available for my car?
A) Yes. There are quite a few headers available for the 4cyl & v6 models. Some of the more popular choices would be Comptech (v6 only), Megan (4cyl & v6) & DC Sports.

http://www.comptechusa.com/store/220042av6.html
http://www.meganracing.com/products/product_detail.asp?prodid=327
http://www.dcsports.com/product_headers.asp

Q) Are there any high-flow catalytic converters?
A) Yes. One of the most popular would be Random Technology. Magnaflow also makes a popular high-flow catalytic converter.

http://www.randomtechnology.com/honda.html
http://www.car-sound.com/ (Magnaflow)
Q) What about spark plug wires?
A) Yes. There are numerous companies that make aftermarket spark plug wires for 4cyl & v6. Here are a few.

STI
MSD
Accel
Nology Hot Wires
NKG
Arospeed

Q) Are grounding kits worth it?
A) Yes. Grounding kits provide a direct ground path from the negative battery terminal to the chassis, body & engine components which in turn increases the electrical flow to your cars electrical system. This can reduce rough idles & dimming of lights when a load is put onto the electrical system and in some cases increase Horsepower. Grounding kits are highly recommended for anyone with a stereo system.

Q) Is there an aftermarket ignition available for my Accord?
A) Yes. There are a few. MSD seems to be the most popular.

http://www.msdignition.com/1sportcompact.htm

Q) I'm considering doing some weight reduction where should I start?
A) Removing the rear seats, door panels, spare tire, trunk carpet/panels & passenger seat

Q) I want to lower my car but I don't know if I should get coilovers or springs?
A) This is really a personal preference If you want to really dial in your suspension and have the freedom of being able to adjust your ride height get coilovers. If you just want a simple drop, easy on the wallet & not worried about height adjustment get springs.

Q) What springs do you recommend for lowering?
A) There are several good companies out there that manufacture lowering springs for our accords. Some of the more popular ones are Eibach, Neuspeed & H&R.

http://www.eibach.com/
http://www.neuspeed.com/
http://www.hrsprings.com/

Q) What about coil overs?
A) Depends there are 2 types of coil overs. Sleeve type such as Arospeed & true coil overs such as Apexi & Tein. Comes down to how much you're willing to spend and the freedom you want.

http://www.arospeed.com/
http://www.apexi-usa.com/
http://www.tein.com/honda.html

Q) I want to get new rims what size should I get?
A) This is also a personal preference. I have seen everything from 13's to 20's on our accords. Some of the more popular sizes are 17x7 & 18x7.5 but this does depend on some factors such as ride height. Your best bet is to go down to your local wheel & tire shop and fit different size rims & tires to see what will fit, what won't & what they will look like.

Q) If I lower my accord will I need a camber kit?
A) Yes & No. If you want the maximum life out of your tires & good handling I highly suggest you get a camber kit. If that really doesn't matter to you then no you don't need one. In some cases a camber kit is only needed if the drop is lower than 1.5

Q) Should I replace my stock struts if I lower my accord?
A) Yes. Your stock struts where not intended to handle the lowered height of the vehicle. Aftermarket adjustable struts are highly recommended to dial in your suspension and retain as close OEM ride quality as possible. Some popular choices are listed below.

http://www.tokicogasshocks.com/
http://www.kyb.com/
http://www.koni-na.com/

Q) Should I get strut tower bars and sway bars?
A) Yes. This comes highly recommended when upgrading your accords suspension as these bars will improve handling & steering response by dramatically minimizing body roll. Some popular choices are listed below.

http://www.neuspeed.com
http://www.meganracing.com
http://www.eibach.com
Suspension Techniques (search for them)

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Q) I want to improve my night vision but I do not have the money to invest into H.I.D. which bulbs should I get?
A) HIR (Halogen Infared) bulbs. Very minimal modification is required to fit our cars but they greatly improve your vision over standard halogen bulbs.

Q) Well H.I.D. melt my headlights?
A) No. This is a common myth with H.I.D. lighting systems. H.I.D. systems operate at a much lower wattage than the standard Halogen bulb therefore making the operating temperature much lower.

Q) Can I use an H.I.D. lighting system in my stock headlamps?
A) Yes you can but you need to keep in mind HID puts out up to 3x the light output as standard halogen bulbs so you run a risk of blinding oncoming traffic. It is an absolute must that you re-aim your headlamps correctly once the H.I.D. kit has been installed.

Q) Can I put 01-02 taillights on my 98-00?
A) No. They are not interchangeable. They do make after market clear/red taillights.

Q) I have a carbon fiber hood do I need hood pins?
A) Yes. Hood pins are HIGHLY recommended on any after market hoods especially lighter material ones such as carbon fiber. These prevent your hood from coming unlatched and blowing up while driving.

Q) Will a 98-00 front bumper fit my 01-02 accord?
A) Yes, but some minor modification will be required.

Q) Will a coupe bumper fit the sedan it looks like it will?
A) Yes. But there will be a small gap between the top of the bumper and the hood. You will also need the top cross bar.

Q) Will the coupe fenders fit the sedan?
A) Yes.

Q) Will a coupe hood fit my sedan?
A) Yes.

-------AUDIO/ELECTRONICS-------

Q) I want to replace the stock speakers what size do I need?
A) Reference list below

Front door - 6 1/2"
Rear Deck - 6x9"

Q) What will fit in place of the stock head unit?
A) Din & Double Din stereos will fit with the correct kit.

 

[Sinful]

Wow, thank you, very useful

 

[FallenAngelHIM]

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6thgenaccord.com/ftw

 

[WillT.]

Wow, that is a very thorough FAQ....better than most you usually see on forums. Good job!

 

[shavedaccord]

Thanks guys, took me awhile back when I done it.

 

[blacknight]

Definitely some good stuff here.

GOOD JOB!!

 

[BadgerType]

you guys still realize that ppl will still ask the same questions over and over.


but good job none the less