Honda Accord 2002 - 2008 - The most common problems and breakdowns

What are the most common problems and malfunctions of the Honda Accord and how to solve them?

Honda Accord - ALL MODELS 
PROBLEM - Noise from rear wheel bearings.
CAUSE - Water enters the rear wheel bearings through the wheel speed sensor ABS.
REPAIR - Install the rear wheel bearing set and wheel speed sensor set ABS- and if necessary.

Honda Accord - ALL MODELS 
PROBLEM - Water entering the front fog lights. Condensation in front fog lights.
CAUSE - Water entry through the electrical installation of the front fog lights.
REPAIR - Remove, clean and dry the front fog lights. Install the front fog lights. Connect and secure the front fog lamp wiring harness assembly.

Honda Accord - ALL MODELS 
PROBLEM - The warning light of the cruise control system crosses the line. The digital multifunction display shows 'ACC Err'.
CAUSE - Not a standard suspension configuration (tire size). Improper tire pressure or tires of inappropriate dimensions, which causes incorrect speed data. Weak connection between the lane crossing warning system and the multi-connector. Warning system control module error when crossing lane.
REPAIR - Check the original suspension for damage and damage. Check tires and tire pressure. The front and rear wheels must be adjusted / checked. Calibrate the steering angle sensor using the appropriate diagnostic equipment. Test the vehicle for 2 minutes at a speed of min. 65 km / h. If the cruise control / line crossing warning light illuminates, check the connection between the lane departure warning system and the multi-connector. If no error is found, install a new lane departure warning control module.

Honda Accord - ALL MODELS 
PROBLEM - The fuel filler cap will not open or close completely.
CAUSE - Spring on fuel filler cap blocked due to internal damage / corrosion.
REPAIR - Install the modified fuel filler cap spring.

2005 - 2008 Honda Accord 
PROBLEM - Front brake vibration.
CAUSE - Strong distortion of the front brake disc.
REPAIR - Check that the curvature of the front brake disc is less than 0,04 mm. Replace the front brake discs if necessary. Check that the front brake disc thickness variation is less than 0,015 mm. Replace the front brake discs if necessary.

Honda Accord - MODELS SINCE 2006 
PROBLEM - Whistling / creaking from the front door while driving.
CAUSE - Improper version of the rubber door protection tape.
REPAIR - Install modified rubber door protection tapes, if necessary.

2004 - 2005 Honda Accord 
PROBLEM - Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates. The engine shuts down and pulls poorly.
CAUSE - Blocked EGR Valve.
REPAIR - Install the modified EGR valve.

Honda Accord - PETROL MODELS 2.0 
PROBLEM - The engine malfunction indicator light (MIL) is on. The engine starts hard and then crashes.
CAUSE - Camshaft wear due to poor version.
REPAIR - Check the camshaft cam tips for wear and replace if necessary.

Honda Accord - MODELS UNTIL 2006 
PROBLEM - Incorrect sound from the clutch master cylinder when the clutch pedal is depressed or released.
CAUSE - Insufficient factory lubrication of the clutch master cylinder.
REPAIR - Install the modified clutch master cylinder.

Honda Accord - MODELS UNTIL 2006 
PROBLEM - Creaking when the door is opened / closed.
CAUSE - Dirty door stop.
REPAIR - Clean the soiled door stop.

Honda Accord - MODELS UNTIL 2006 
PROBLEM - The dipped headlights flash periodically when the air conditioning is on.
CAUSE - Alternator insufficiently efficient at high electrical loads (air conditioner condenser fan motor).
REPAIR - Test components, electronics and mechanics (as needed) to eliminate other possible causes. If no fault is found: Install a modified alternator.

Honda Accord - PETROL MODELS 
PROBLEM - Error code stored in engine computer error memory (ECM): P0685.
CAUSE - Engine control relay (EC) fault.
REPAIR - Replace the motor relay (EC) located in the fuse box / relay board.

Honda Accord - MODELS WITH HEADLAMP WASHERS SINCE 2008 
PROBLEM - Headlight washers do not retract.
CAUSE - Dirt enters the headlight washers.
REPAIR - Install modified headlamp washers.

Honda Accord - VTEC PETROL 
PROBLEM - Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates. The engine is running poorly.
CAUSE - Incorrect engine oil level. Oil supply pressure too low on the valve phase adjustment system (VVT).
REPAIR - Top up the engine oil to the correct level.

Honda Accord - MODELS WITH ESP SYSTEM, 2004 
PROBLEM - The fault indication (MIL) light is on. The engine shuts off immediately after starting.
CAUSE - Faulty camshaft position (CMP) sensor signal.
REPAIR - Reprogram the engine computer (ECM) with the updated software.

Honda Accord - MODELS WITH ESP SYSTEM, 2004 
PROBLEM - Shutting down the engine when the clutch is depressed.
CAUSE - Software error engine computer (ECM).
REPAIR - Reprogram engine computer (ECM) upgraded software.

2003 - 2007 Honda Accord 
PROBLEM - Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates.
CAUSE - Defective oxygen sensor (HO2S)
REPAIR - Replace the oxygen sensor (HO2S). Reprogram the engine computer (ECM) with the upgraded software.

2003 - 2005 Honda Accord 
PROBLEM - Poor throttle response when accelerating at low speeds causes body vibrations.
CAUSE - Defective valve body. The gas cable gets stuck (LHD).
REPAIR - Replace the valve body. Use diagnostic equipment to reprogram the engine computer (ECM) with the upgraded software. If the vehicle is still shaking: Replace the throttle cable with a modified version (LHD). Replace the front shock absorber with a modified version. Replace the lower front suspension arms with a modified version. Replace the rear shock absorbers with a modified version. Check and adjust the geometry of the front and rear wheels.

Honda Accord - MODELS WITH AUTOMATIC GEARBOX 2005-06 
PROBLEM - Transmission oil leakage. Difficult and delayed transmission activation during startup.
CAUSE - Improper version of the right drive shaft oil seal.
REPAIR - Install the modified right drive shaft oil seal. Use a special tool. Place a new zeger ring on the middle drive shaft and drive shaft. Install a thin layer of lubricant to the grooves of the drive shaft. Fill the transmission with lubricant. Check the geometry of the front wheels and adjust if necessary.

Honda Accord 2.2 CDTI 
PROBLEM - The engine is malfunctioning and vibrating from the engine-transmission joint area.
CAUSE - Defective floating flywheel.
REPAIR - Check and, if necessary, replace the floating flywheel.

Honda Accord 2.2 CDTI 
PROBLEM - Occasional loss of power. Hesitation / interruption.
CAUSE - Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve blockage.
REPAIR - Install the modified EGR valve. Reprogram the engine computer (ECM) with the upgraded software.

Honda Accord 2.2 CDTI 
PROBLEM - Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates. The engine runs in forced mode.
CAUSE - Engine computer software (ECM) error.
REPAIR - Test electronics and mechanics components (as needed) to eliminate other possible causes. If no error is found: Reprogram the engine computer (ECM) with the upgraded software.

Honda Accord 2.2 CDTI 
PROBLEM - Strong pounding of the engine at low throttle, at 1500 - 2000 rpm.
CAUSE - Engine computer software (ECM) error. Invalid when injecting the injector into the engine computer (ECM).
REPAIR - Program the injector codes in the engine computer (ECM). Reprogram the engine computer (ECM) with the upgraded software.

Honda Accord - DIESEL MODELS WITH SOOT FILTER (DPF)
PROBLEM - Improper engine operation during soot filter regeneration (DPF).
CAUSE - Engine computer software (ECM) error.
REPAIR - Test components, electronics and mechanics (as needed) to eliminate other possible causes. If no error is found: reprogram the engine computer (ECM) with the upgraded software.

Honda Accord - PETROL MODELS 
PROBLEM - Engine malfunction. Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates.
CAUSE - Intake manifold air control actuator defective.
REPAIR - Replace the intake manifold air control actuator.

Honda Accord - MODELS WITH CODE K24Z3 
PROBLEM - Knocking of the engine when accelerating at medium and high load.
CAUSE - Knock sensor (HP) or engine computer software (ECM) error.
REPAIR - Install a new detonation sensor (HP) and upgrade the software and reprogram the engine computer (ECM).

Honda Accord - MODELS WITH MANUAL GEARBOX 
PROBLEM - Transmission noise / vibration when the clutch pedal is depressed.
CAUSE - The clutch hydraulic hose transmits noise to the vehicle.
REPAIR - Install the vibration damper to the clutch hydraulic hose.

Honda Accord - MODELS WITH CODES N22B1 / N22B2 AND CRUISE CONTROL 
PROBLEM - Speed ​​control is deactivated automatically.
CAUSE - Engine computer software (ECM) error.
REPAIR - Test electronics and mechanics components (as needed) to eliminate other possible causes. If no error is found: reprogram the engine computer (ECM) with the upgraded software.

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