Two problems related to engine belts and pulleys have been reported for the 1998 Honda Accord. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1998 Honda Accord. The contact stated that after adding oil to the vehicle, he noticed oil leaking onto the ground and none appeared on the dipstick. The vehicle was taken to an local mechanic where the contact was advised that the oil seal had fractured from the vehicle. The mechanic replaced the front engine seals and all pumps seals with an upgraded seal retainer as well as the timing belts. The failure and current mileage was 150,000.
: the contact stated while driving the vehicle lost power without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop. Upon inspection the mechanic determined the harmonic balancer bolt and key way had came loose. The bolt, pulley, key way and two power belts were replaced. The problem has not reoccurred.