I've posted previously and gained some useful advice. Hence, I had the timing belt changed on my Accord. I still notice that the car runs rough when cold and am hoping that a service will improve this. But...

As you can imagine, I am on a tight budget and would like to know what I should ask my garage to do. The car was serviced (and stamped in its book) at 85k miles, but I can't find anything else.

What should I get done now - and whats the most important if money is a concern?7

All help gratefully received!

Happy New Year!

R

 

I moved your post to General Tech section for better response.

If nothing has been done besides timing belts, then suggest spark plugs, distributor rotor, and new air filter. New autolite plugs (platinum tip) are inexpensive w/ rebate and work well.

Check spark plug wires at night w/ fine mist of water liberally sprayed over wires and distributor cap. If you see any sparks jumping the wires should be replaced. If not, they're fine.

good luck

 

Thanks for the help. I'll get onto that asap. I have no idea about such things but does the VTEC even have spark plugs? I thought it was injection?

best wishes

R

 

I think you will need some mechanical help.

All gasoline-fueled internal combustion engines have spark plugs.

Fuel injectors are the small solenoid-actuated valves (one per cylinder for modern engines) that squirt gasoline into the intake manifold ducts at precise time to feed the correct cylinder a fuel charge.

VTEC is a variable intake valve opening duration for improved engine performance w/o compromising low speed fuel economy.

good luck

 

He he he ye I need it.

I do love the car though. Rough cold start has greatly improved with the higher temperatures these days and its a great ride.

R