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Gary J. Meyer IIU.S.
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The types of questions I can answer would be related to Honda automobile diagnosis and repair procedures. I can't diagnose every car via email because some tests just require a good old fashion road test. |
It could be struts or something else but you have described a VERY common complaint that is properly diagnosed by removing the sway bar. If the noise goes away replace the links and bushings. I would
Check the coolant reservoir while the car is revved and still at normal temperature. If it has bubbling in the overflow reservoir you most likely have a blown head gasket. Your description sounds more
If the car is a four cylinder engine the timing belt tensioner may be adjusted too tight. It's also possible that one of the timing covers it rubbing the crankshaft pulley or a drive belt. Either way
I think the vacuum lines intimidate many technicians. They are truly not that difficult to work on. They are a bit tedious to remove due to the clearance between the air filter housing and firewall, but
DO NOT DRIVE THE CAR. Have this checked before you drive the car. The oil light on this car comes on when the pressure falls below about 9 psi. Have the oil pressure inspected with an oil pressure gauge

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