Engine & fuel system
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Abnormal noise from timing belt area
Symptoms
Vibration from timing belt area.
Cause
Rubber damper inside crankshaft pulley split. Note: This fault is only associated with the pulley made by Yamashita, part No.13818 PT1 004.
Repair
- Fit modified crankshaft pulley.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Crankshaft pulley (NOK) | 13810 PT1003 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Suspension & drivetrain
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Knocking noise from front wheel when pulling away
Overview
- Affects
- All models, 1982-05.
- Remedy
- Clean & lubricate
Cause
Contact between driveshaft and front wheel bearing.
Repair
- Clean driveshaft and wheel bearing contact surfaces.
- Apply grease to contact surfaces of driveshaft and wheel bearing.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- Crankshaft Pulley
- The pulley on the front of the crankshaft that drives the auxiliary belt
- Driveshaft
- The shaft that takes drive from the differential out to a wheel
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Honda Accord 2.0?
This guide contains two workshop bulletins for the Honda Accord 2.0. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the suspension and drivetrain. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Honda Accord 2.0 have these faults?
No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.
Can I check for Honda Accord 2.0 faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.