Engine Cooling System problems of the 1996 Honda Accord

Four problems related to engine cooling system have been reported for the 1996 Honda Accord. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Cooling System problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2000

Vehicle was leaking oil due to the balance shaft seal and the camshaft seal coming out. Dealer has repaired vehicle. While driving oil indicator light came on indicating loss of oil from engine. All allegedly had to be replaced including placing bracket at seal location to prevent reocurrance. Coolant also replaced.

2 Engine Cooling System problem

Failure Date: 06/08/2000

Balancer shaft seal leak in the engine; full timing belt, water pump, other belt, belt compressor to be replaced at cost of $750.

3 Engine Cooling System problem

Failure Date: 07/12/1998

Vehicle overheated, causing the ignitor to burn out and the vehicle was smoking. Also, when driving the engine check light will come on.

4 Engine Cooling System problem

Timing belt,drive belts and water pump replaced. Yh.




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