Re: PCM problem 99 Accord

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Re: PCM problem 99 Accord

Tegger

10 Dec 2006 14:12

> I have had the check engine light come on 3 times in our 99 Accord LX
> sedan 2.3L (152,000 miles) in the last month. First it was just the
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> $100 for engine analysis as I feel like dumping the car at this point
> although it is otherwise in great shape.

This is a classic reason why it's a bad idea to use independent shops to
solve stuff like this.

There are at least two Honda TSBs on your car, both of the ones I'm aware
of having to do with the P1457 EVAP error.

Certain of the EVAP canister's solenoids go bad, resulting in the P1457
error.

Also, normally Honda PCMs are exceedingly reliable, but in this case it
*IS* possible the PCM *may* have to be replaced!

Go to your local dealer with your invoices from the independent shop.

You will have to pay for any repairs.

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hdieter

10 Dec 2006 03:15

I have had the check engine light come on 3 times in our 99 Accord LX sedan
2.3L (152,000 miles) in the last month. First it was just the gas cap, then
the evap canister was replaced and now I'm told its the PCM. This was the
computer readout from my local repair shop. In talking to a few other
mechanics, they doubt that it is the PCM and think that the Honda dealer
testing equipment is really what I should have done. Any thoughts on this -
I just don't want to waste another $100 for engine analysis as I feel like
dumping the car at this point although it is otherwise in great shape.

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