Thanks fellows for these two not so obvious reasons for the heater pipe leaks. Thinking back on the hose removal/installation process, I suppose that I could have scratched the copper pipes with my exacto knife. I do not recall have much difficulty removing these two clamps, but I have thought...
I replaced all the coolant/heater hoses plus the thermostat on my 1996 NSX. All is dry, except the two heater hoses up front. The leaks are coming from the ends that attach to the brass pipes that penetrate the firewall. I have tried realignment of the hose clamps and hose pushing and shoving...
Frank Irvine at Strutwise does good work. He did my rear window struts in 2006 and my truck lid struts in 2010. Call him toll free for an estimate 888 589 1208
Re: coolant replacement question - Type II and ASTM D3306
fyi...if you read the back of the Honda Type II coolant bottle there is a reference that the Honda coolant complies with ASTM spec D3306. Here is the pertainent text of ASTM D3306:
ASTM D3306
1.1 This specification covers the...
I have no info on the specifics of Australian NSX's vs others in the world. I do have a USA spec 1996 NSX and it only has two O2 sensors. The OBD II connector is located under and to the left of the glove box. There is a small plastic cover plate that must be removed to access the pin connector.
You should be seeing a long and short codes. From my read of your message, you indicating that you see only short codes. For more details see:
"DYI" section of the FAQ.
http://www.nsxprime.com/wiki/NSXWiki:FAQ_Migration
Under "The Basics" You'll see a link titled "Retrieving Trouble Codes...
Re: Dealer did valve adjustment and valve cover gaskets. Oil still leaks.
Since there was an oil leak both times after the valve cover gaskets were replaced with new parts after service, I suspect that the sealing surfaces on the heads and/or the valve covers are the source of the leak. I...
You are reading the blinking lights correctly and transferring that count to a malfunction code. The Check Engine Light (CEL) is the most important. The Traction Control Light only comes on with certain CEL lights. See page 6-12 of the Service Manual for more info and the codes. If you have...
Captain J Man...I concur 100% with the advice to send your used/tired struts to Frank at Strutwise in BC Canada. His rebuilds are excellent, a lower cost then new struts, and the install is quick and easy (like in 5 mins).
fyi...there is a technical service bulletin (TSB 97-037) regarding a fault in the electronic power steering applicable to cars with VIN ranges thru JH4NA....VT000309 that may be applicable to your car.
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