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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
Chirping sound coming from engine on startup and for a few mins after startup. Goes away and comes back on next startup. Dealer replaced timing belt, chirping still present. After doing my own research, realized transmission filter (Honda Part No. 25430-PLR-003) was the problem. Had dealer replace it and problem has gone away.
6200 mi
car was burning oil, and twice lost power for no apparent reason
98000 mi
US $50
Positive battery terminal was damaged and would not stay tight on battery post. Metal ring was stretched out causing premature drain on battery.
Terminal ring was cut off from wire bundle and a new gold plated terminal was clamped onto the same wire.
71600 mi
US $269
Engine short block replacement
57000 mi
US $350
Intake air temperature sensors. Replaced. Fixed problem.
Car was surging when engine cold and put into D or R. Also noticeable vibration at idle. Dealer updated PCM with new software. Surging and vibration idle have diminished significantly but still there.
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