[Shop-talk] Honda car question

[Jeff Scarbrough]

I'd have a look at the drivetrain...specifically axles and CV joints.

On Sat, Jul 2, 2016, 11:13 John T. Blair <jblair1948 at cox.net> wrote:

> Shop content: a neighbor came into my shop (garage) and asked me a
> question about his 2004 Honda Accord with about 87,000 mi on it.
>
> When he accelerates above 50 MPH the car vibrates.  He took me for a
> test ride, and it is very previlant.  You feel it through the entire car.
>
> As soon as he quits accelerating the ride smooths out.  As long as he is
> hold
> a constant speed everything if fine.  But if he trys to accelerate
> the vibration starts back up.
>
> The check engine light is **not** on.  The only light that is on is the
> maint.
> required light.
>
> I don't think the problem has anything to do with the plugs, wires,
> injectors, or fuel pump as any of those items should throw a code.
>
> I thought about a wheel ballance problem, but the problem should not go
> away when holding a steady speed.  He's also had the tires ballanced to
> try and correct the problem to no avail.
>
> My diagnostic skill are starting to dwain, I think.  So I thought I'd come
> to
> the well of knowledge and see if anyone had any idea of where to look or
> what to look for.
>
> TIA
>
> John
>
>
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