i just have two questions about two diff cars. first off on my 96 accord 119k miles there is alot of shaking, or vibration when in idle i cant even stand driving it. any easy fixes or knowledgeable diagnosis. second question about my 04 accord 33400k miles the maint, reqd, light is flashing for ten seconds after ignition is there a way to clear that myself like on the older models or does the dealer have to do it i dont know what maint needs to be done . the oil change ordered by the dealer isnt due for about 800 miles so any ideas

 

Is your '96 manual or automatic tranny? Auto tranny cars have a vacuum-operated rear engine mount that can fail. It's supposed to get 'soft' during idle in gear.

The reset lamp does that flashing business as an early warning. Whenit'sactually due based onmiles since last reset, the lamp will stay on.

Reset procedure for the 2004 maintenance lamp:
1 - key off.
2 - press & hold the odometer reset button
3 - turn key on while continuing to hold the reset button
- - don't need to start engine, but key has to be in 'run' position
4 - keep holding the button for a while longer
5 - lamp flashes & finally goes out

 

If your idle is below 700 rpm, your Idle Air Control Valve (IACV) is probably too dirty to work or failed. If low rpm, check IACV solenoid for electrical function and clean if working.

good luck