Where are the brake lines on a Honda Civic?
The lines in most Hondas are connected behind the fuel tank. This necessitates the removal of the fuel tank. This can only be done after removing the rear suspension components that are in the way. A brake line job in these Accords and Civics is 14 hours of labor.
Is there a problem with my Honda Civic?
I have a 97 Honda Civic with 233K miles on it. I recently had my state inspection done and the mechanic noted my fuel and brake lines were starting to rot, but not leak. Is this a problem that needs immediate addressing, or can I wait until “symptoms” start to appear.
Can a car brake line be rusted out?
Yes, undercarriage and steel brake line corrosion is a fact of life here in snow country even though car bodies don’t rust so fast now where you can see them. When a car gets older than about 10 or 12 years, it’s a good thing to push as hard as you can on the brake pedal to try to burst a line that might fail during a panic stop.
How much does it cost to replace brake line on Honda Accord?
I have a ’96 Honda Accord Station Wagon that recently had brake failure. I took it to a mechanic (found on this website), who told me there is extensive rust damage and that all brake lines and the fuel line must be replaced, at about $1500. This quote was not in writing, and I feel I could talk him down a little.
What causes a Honda Civic brake line to fail?
When Honda Civic brake lines have had a hard life, they can become brittle, swell up, or even collapse, which can cause brake failure.
What kind of brake line do I need for Honda Civic?
Not only will your vehicle perform better, they will eliminate a weak spot in your Honda Civic braking system. A steel braided brake line kit will contain both front and rear flexible lines of the proper length and with the proper fittings for your vehicle, ensuring an easy installation.
I have a 97 Honda Civic with 233K miles on it. I recently had my state inspection done and the mechanic noted my fuel and brake lines were starting to rot, but not leak. Is this a problem that needs immediate addressing, or can I wait until “symptoms” start to appear.
Yes, undercarriage and steel brake line corrosion is a fact of life here in snow country even though car bodies don’t rust so fast now where you can see them. When a car gets older than about 10 or 12 years, it’s a good thing to push as hard as you can on the brake pedal to try to burst a line that might fail during a panic stop.
Why does my Honda Civic DX turn off when I accelerate?
My 91 civic dx turns off when I accelerate at the light 3 times already : ( sucks 10 people found this helpful. It could either a faulty relay, the one that regulates the fuel pump circuit. Could be a dirty fuel pump sock. Could be a fuel pump going bad. Could be bad gas. Could be a faulty ECU. Could be a faulty Fuel Pressure Sensor.
Why does my Honda Civic keep cutting off?
Could be a faulty ECU. Could be a faulty Fuel Pressure Sensor. It could be a clogged fuel filter. Could be a faulty ICM. It could also be a faulty distributor. Perhaps time to change out the spark plugs, rotor, and distributor cap. It can also be a faulty ECT. Factually it could be anyone of these, or a combination of…
Can a Honda Civic stop at a gas station?
7 people found this helpful. well it first stated last monday after i got gas at shell as always…it stopped twice before i could get out of the gas station,,but started and sputter so i floored it for a min. and it drove fine.
Are there transmission problems in the Honda Civic?
This only occurs with the automatic transmission version of hte HOnda Accord, showing one of the many issues with the Honda transmission problems. Just like the 2003 Honda Accord, teh 2001 Honda Civic has numerous transmission problems which cannot be overlooked.
Why does my Honda Civic need to be replaced?
This is often due to faulty engine mounts that are no longer providing suspension and support. Engine mounts are typically expected to last the lifetime of the vehicle. However, many Honda Civic owners have reported that their mounts need to be replaced with less than 75,000 miles on the vehicle.
Can a Honda Civic be locked in the car?
Your modern car or light truck is a computerized driving marvel. While I do agree that Honda Dealers should spend a few moments acquainting customers with the intricacies of their new cars, inevitably, familiarity with the product is the responsibility of the end-user. Heck, I’ve locked my key fob in the car with the engine running.
Why does my Honda Civic stay on the road so long?
Honda Civics have a tendency to stay on the road for a decade or more. Whether it’s due to years of use or a manufacturing issue, Honda Civic owners have been dealing with transmission problems since the beginning of the century. Transmission failure is a serious and costly problem to face.
What happens if you replace the fuel line in a car?
If the rust is as severe as I suspect that it is, even if you replace the brake lines and fuel line, the car will soon be unable to absorb an impact, due to the weakening of its unitized structure.
What kind of rust does a fuel line have?
Fuel and brake line are mostly metal and don’t “rot”! Only the flexble parts are not metal, and they are not too expensive to replace. If your car has been operated in an extremely corrosive environment, the metal lines may have rust on them at that mileage.
The lines in most Hondas are connected behind the fuel tank. This necessitates the removal of the fuel tank. This can only be done after removing the rear suspension components that are in the way. A brake line job in these Accords and Civics is 14 hours of labor.
If the rust is as severe as I suspect that it is, even if you replace the brake lines and fuel line, the car will soon be unable to absorb an impact, due to the weakening of its unitized structure.
Fuel and brake line are mostly metal and don’t “rot”! Only the flexble parts are not metal, and they are not too expensive to replace. If your car has been operated in an extremely corrosive environment, the metal lines may have rust on them at that mileage.