nas00:


How about checking up the fuse/relay (as your case may be) controlling the fan for anything that could short-circuit it e.g. rust/gunk, moisture or a melt?

If this were to be the case, replacing this might just solve the problem.

While you're at it, watch out for Gazzuzz/ luvinghubby to add more perspective.

Cheers!

IYIMAN:
thanks so much, I will have those looked up. But the coolant get dry every 2 days, while the temperature indicator does not rise above normal.

nas00:


Aha!!

For how long has your coolant been drying up every two days?

How many of your fans keep working after engine is shut off. The left, the right or both? You should have 2 fans.

Most likely, the cooling fan started misbehaving after the coolant leaks started.

Therefore, the ideal way to go is to FIRST address the coolant issue, and the fan/ thermostat behaviour MAY normalize. That doesn't mean you can't check your fan's fuse/relay though. However, if after doing that and nothing is amiss, focus on sorting out the coolant issue first.

Since you said your engine is running fine and no overheating, you may have a rather slow external coolant leak, which you should patiently look for by tracing the coolant lines, preferably just after driving the car. You may need to examine on a ramp from below too. Pay attention to the water pump area and the metal pipe running into it from one end.
The colour of the coolant may stain any area of leak to give it away.

Another possibility is an incompetent radiator cap. Watch out for steam or small leaks around the radiator cap when engine is really hot.

IYIMAN:
. Modified : Thank you so much, a leakage has just been detected from the base of the radiator. I have 2 fans and only one works, the second comes on with a/c. (so the 2 fans are working). The drying of the coolant was noticed this last Monday. The fuse and Relay checked OK. There is actually a concealed leak. ( I feel the continued running of the radiator fan when the engine is off, is a compensatory way of cooling the hot engine). Thank you very much, it will be fixed today.... I'm grateful sir. ***** a new radiator ordered from Luvinhubby. Kudos

Diablo666:
any one has idea of the cost of a Honda Academy wind screen?

nas00:



You're welcome Sir.


Cheers!

Diablo666:
any one has idea of the cost of a Honda Academy wind screen?

Diablo666:

anyone??

nas00:


Bros, you still dey on top this matter so?
Call luvinghubby nah.
08029255299..

samilo88:
Gurus in d house please I need ur help. The abs light on my accord is on. My mechanic just changed my brake pads, D brakes works perfectly but am not comfortable with the light on. My mechanic said D abs is OK that I just need to clear the error with a diagnostic tool. I don't want to spend money just clearing warning light if d abs is faulty .. Please I need advise from car specialists here.

kkon:
Pls whats the recommended tire pressure for a honda crv 08 model and a known maintainance issue i should be worried about just got the car as an upgrade from 04 camry and i im new to it . Tnx

Regarding availability of spare parts, honda accord parts are readily available at Oyingbo spare parts market in Lagos. That market is almost exclusively for honda parts. Just name it.

Maintenance depends on the quality of car you buy ab-initio. So, assuming you buy a clean title car with good engine, the only thing you should be doing is routine maintenance:

- Changing engine oil and filter at regular intervals. Specified in owner's manual.
- Changing spark plugs at regular intervals (Honda specifies this in the owner's manual). Use recommended izfr6k-11 iridium spark plugs for better performance and longer plug life.
- Let the car idle for at least 5 mins every morning before you drive it out. It prevents engine wear, thereby prolonging engine life.
- Change tires when moderately worn.
- Avoid turning your steering completely to the last stop when making U-turns or sharp turns. This is your best bet to avoiding potentially embarrassing ball joint/ arm problems in future
- Avoid running into potholes as much as possible. You are better off slowly driving through potholes or irregular
- Do not fill your radiator with water. Use radiator coolant and do not dilute (most are already pre-diluted).
- Empty radiator coolant and change with fresh one every 2 years
- You must check your car fluids every morning before moving the car. At worst, every other day. These include your brake fluid, power steering fluid, engine oil level, radiator coolant level, clutch fluid (if manual transmission). You may need to top off once in a long while, but you never can tell if you don't check.
- Check transmission fluid (gear oil) once a while, say every 3-6 months...OR at every engine oil change. You may not need to replace this for years, but it's good practice. It helps you to know when to drain and refill, judging from fluid level, color, smell or consistency.
- Brake pads to be replaced at regular intervals, after noting the average duration it takes your brake pads to wear out (depends on how much you use the car and driving habits)

If you follow these tips, you'll be really glad you did.

All the best.

samilo88:
Gurus in d house please I need ur help. The abs light on my accord is on. My mechanic just changed my brake pads, D brakes works perfectly but am not comfortable with the light on. My mechanic said D abs is OK that I just need to clear the error with a diagnostic tool. I don't want to spend money just clearing warning light if d abs is faulty .. Please I need advise from car specialists here.

nas00:


Greetings Sir.

Check the driver's door jamb. You should see a factory label there, that has tire pressure information.

Concerning your second question, I quote one of my previous responses on this thread. Hope you find it helpful:
Tnx a bunch this was really helpful, now the door says 60 psi but the air guys advised 50 psi dats where d confusion is coming 4rm. Note i travel with this car often. So just want to be safe

nas00:


So far you are using manufacturer specified tire size, follow the factory recommended tire pressure.

Check your owners manual to confirm recommended tire size.

richnet:
Hello Gurus in the house,

Please kindly Advice. I drive a on Honda EOD 2004. check engine came up and after scanning i got P0128.. Thermostats below temperature..

Please help me, what should i do about you.

GOD bless you sir.

samilo88:
Gurus in d house please I need ur help. The abs light on my accord is on. My mechanic just changed my brake pads, D brakes works perfectly but am not comfortable with the light on. My mechanic said D abs is OK that I just need to clear the error with a diagnostic tool. I don't want to spend money just clearing warning light if d abs is faulty .. Please I need advise from car specialists here.

IYIMAN:
. One kazeem said the thermostat is responsible, the second one said I should change to double cell.. They are no way going to touch my car. Gurus, help out.

IYIMAN:
. One kazeem said the thermostat is responsible, the second one said I should change to double cell.. They are no way going to touch my car. Gurus, help out.

zeezzy:
Good morning,house.Please,am in d middle of no where,no mechanic,nothing.The Honda accord(2010) showed battery on d dash board and I packed to check d battery.It has refused to start since then,pls someone should come to my aid.Plssss,what can I do,its urgent,pls

Diablo666:
Hello Gurus in the house. my Honda Academy power steering wheel is gradually getting stiffer by the day. what could be the cause and possible solutions.
Thanks in anticipation

quabat:
good evening gurus in this place.please i want to get COMPRESSOR AND CONDENSER FOR MY CAR(HONDA ACCORD 2005 V6).AND MY BRAKE INDICATOR IS NOW PERMANENTLY ON. ON THE DASHBOARD(WHAT CAN I DO).PLS DUE TO THE ECONOMIC MELTDOWN.I NEED A GOOD PRICE FOR THE EARLIER LISTED ITEM.MY MECHANICS WAN KILL ME.THANX