Do Hondas engines need valve adjustment?
Yes, you do have to adjust the valves, Steve. And $150 to $200 is the right price. This is a problem that seems to be unique to Honda: Honda’s valves have a tendency to get too tight. On most cars, valves get looser over the years and start to clatter.
Do Hondas still need valve adjustment?
Yes, you do have to adjust the valves, Steve. And $150 to $200 is the right price. This is a problem that seems to be unique to Honda: Honda’s valves have a tendency to get too tight.
When did Honda stop requiring V6 valve adjustment?
From 1986 to 1998, all Honda and Acura V6 engines had hydraulic tappets and did not require periodic valve adjustment. In 1999 Honda released the J32A1, J32A2, and J35A4 V6 engines that are found in the Acura CL, TL, and MDX as well as the Honda Accord V6, and Odyssey.
When do you need to adjust the valve on a Honda Element?
2007 Honda Element with 64k, owner’s manual says 110k for valve adjustment. How can one size fit all without knowing how I drive? No issues with the car but some say if the engine is noisy it is time to adjust the valves, others say just the opposite, if the engine is quiet the valves are too tight and need adjusting.
When to change the valve on a Honda CRV?
For the CR-V, Honda recommends adjusting the valves “only if noisy” at 105,000 miles, yet we’ve seen several CR-Vs with extremely expensive damage to the the cylinder head caused by tight valves at 45,000 miles! That’s 60,000 miles before the first valve adjustment is due!
Is it necessary to adjust intake valve on Honda Accord?
The intake valves do tend to loosen over time, and the exhaust valves tighten. If your intake valves are loose, the engine will sound quieter after the valves are adjusted. I did the valve adjustment myself at 94k miles. If I had to pay someone else to do it, I would probably still be waiting.
Do you need a valve adjustment for a Honda engine?
Valve adjustment for Honda engines. So it is quite possible all that is needed for your car is to check the valve clearances, no adjustment will be required. That’s a good thing, b/c checking is fairly easy and therefore not overly expensive. Adjustments are more time consuming.
For the CR-V, Honda recommends adjusting the valves “only if noisy” at 105,000 miles, yet we’ve seen several CR-Vs with extremely expensive damage to the the cylinder head caused by tight valves at 45,000 miles! That’s 60,000 miles before the first valve adjustment is due!
How do you adjust the intake valve on a Honda Accord?
Feeler gauge. After adjusting the valves of each cylinder, double check that the tension or positioning of each one hasn’t been changed. A valve adjustment tool makes adjusting easier. it combines a screwdriver with the open socket of a combination wrench. The intake valves require the .010 inch feeler gauge.
Is there a need for a valve adjustment?
Too-tight valves (insufficient valve lash) will not be noisy yet are more likely to result in major problems such as a burnt valve, and may also cause MPG issues. 121,000 miles? Get a valve adjustment, basically. I did mine at 110k and two exhaust valves had no clearance left. They won’t make noise if there too tight.