How To Fix Honda Cold Start Up Rattle - Fast, Easy & Cheap

[@Whichwayshouldgo]

I like the way you are really going down to the bottom of the issue not just change the VTC. Thinking of taking this job on in my garage soon.

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you! Good luck with yours!

[@jgomez7535]

This is a great video, thanks. My 14 crv makes this noise once in awhile. Once again, thanks for your detailed video and stressing not to drop any hardware into timing cover 👍🏽

[@motorcarnut]

Glad I could help, and thanks for the feedback! Appreciated!

[@edgarvillicana5365]

Damm Sr, hearing you its like a teacher explaining to kids using apples!! Very very appreciated thanks a lot!!!

[@motorcarnut]

Really appreciate the feedback!! Take care!

[@ginnieporter641]

Wow, so interesting. Just today i discovered this problem when researching a 2014 honda Crosstour i was thinking of buying. It has the 4 cylinder engine. Other videos say that this is a design flaw and that ALL of these VTC actuators eventually go bad. Not something i want to deal with! I am not a mechanic. Wondering if i could find a mechanic that would even listen to me and do just what your video shows?? The car i am looking at has about 124k miles on it and the timing chain was recently replaced. I assume with honda parts but who knows (carfax report). Is there any average time the repair will last? One guy had his go bad after another 2000 miles! I thought i had finally found the car to replace my 1995 odyssey with 250k miles but maybe not!!!

[@motorcarnut]

Depends on the mechanic but probably not if they are not familiar with it. It is a design flaw. Replacing the spring seems to last longer than replacing the VTC gear and costs less. It's not hard to do so it's a good option.

[@jaymolina2779]

My brother, Thank you for this very detailed video. It is clear and concise. I have a 2011 Honda Accord le 2.4 liter 4cyl that has been making the cold rattle noise. I noticed in the video you was working on a VTEC however would this method work for my non VTEC Accord?

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you as well for the feedback! Yes, your engine still has variable valve timing.

[@jaymolina2779]

Thank you very much for your prompt response. Your detailed video has given me the courage to do the job myself since mechanics have been telling me that it will be a big job and will cost hundreds of dollars.

[@motorcarnut]

Go for it, if you get stuck give me a shout out! Good luck

[@MalonesZinia]

Thank you for great video, you are very observant mechanic! Since this is about K24 engine I wonder if K20 engine has the same problem also.

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you , really appreciate that! Yes, they do have the same problems unfortunately.

[@edg3211]

Very common issue for this engine. So common, you would think that a reliable manufacturer like Honda would have recalled all the vehicles associated with this issue. No way! That would cost them serious money. So they issued a TSB for it. Original owners had a small window of opportunity to get it fixed free of charge. But guess what? The same issue returns again and again. It is an engine flaw, courtesy of the engineers. Thankfully, I haven't seen any reports of any catastrophic engine failure because of it. These engines will reliably run. Just do the reccomended service accordingly. And tolerate an annoying noise. And btw, I owned a 2012 CRV with this engine. Bought it used with 112k on in 2019. I put 30k miles on it. Traded it in for a bigger suv. Good video 👍

[@motorcarnut]

I agree with you, I think it was a design flaw from the manufacturer, not a quality problem. But this fix seems to work longer than a new actuator gear with the same old spring design.

[@deanyoung9214]

I have a 2008 that I bought used that had 128k. It started making that noise at 135k. I had the VTC replaced and the noise came back after a year at 150k. I decided if it is going to die it is going to die. It now has 201k

[@motorcarnut]

Try the new spring, Not that hard to do and should last longer.

[@fredarmentrout]

Great video! I’m going to do this on my ‘14 CRV . It has 195,000 miles on it, runs great. Should I be fine to replace the intake without a new gasket? Just worried about throwing an engine code for a vacuum leak. Just wondering because of the mileage. Thank you!

[@motorcarnut]

You're talking about the valve cover gasket correct? Just buy a new gasket, they are cheap online, or you can clean the old gasket and use some gasket maker on the whole surface.

[@fredarmentrout]

Yes, the valve cover gasket, my bad. Thank you for your response!

[@motorcarnut]

No problem

[@jhermagnemcdaniels6380]

You can reuse the gasket if you haven’t had leaks but definitely change the sealant in the four corners.

[@droidmotorola3884]

Awesome video! Now I still don't feel confident doing this and I don't have the money at the moment to get it fixed. How long are you able to ignore this issue?

[@authentic_existence]

Forever

[@motorcarnut]

Not forever like this other person mentioned but it’s not so critical to change it right this minute. Keep in mind that noise is wear and should be replaced sooner than later.

[@droidmotorola3884]

@motorcarnut thank you!

[@motorcarnut]

Sure, no problem

[@mdoliullah9474]

Tnx It was helpful video for me I have been suffering same problem.

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you as well, hopefully you’ll fix it yourself! Good luck!

[@TheQuietkidkep]

Teaching the younger Gen gotta love it good job

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you! and I do love to teach!

[@gracemiralia]

My Toyota does the same thing and is sluggish/loud but not all the time. Most repair shops want to charge me like 8 hours of labor for it which is really expensive, like $160 an hour. And then they think it’s potentially a big engine problem. What do you suggest I do? Also where do you live? Maybe I’ll come to you for this repair if you’re not too far out and do repairs

[@motorcarnut]

Sounds like you may have a timing chain stretch problem or may be the VVT cam gear. But IDK i'm not there to dianoise the problem. Maybe you can make a video of the noise and I will give a listen.

[@jhermagnemcdaniels6380]

Honda uses steel actuators while Toyota uses aluminum. Depending on how long it’s been going on, you may have to replace the entire actuator because the steel pin will eventually gouge the aluminum housing and a simple spring replacement won’t make a difference 😢

[@MarkSWilliams27]

Interesting. This falls under the "For the want of a nail, the horse was lost..." thing. Had Honda used a better spring maybe these vtc actuators wouldn't be failing.

[@motorcarnut]

Very true, nowadays everything is made cheaper to cut costs and it shows in all vehicle manufacturing

[@markmath2883]

The Honda dealership wants $3,700 to replace pistons and rings. They said low oil caused piston wear, but didn’t know why a loss of oil. I have a 2012 Crosstour with the 4-cylinder V-tech engine. Should I believe them?

[@motorcarnut]

Just get a second opinion without telling the second shop what the first one said. And see what they say?

[@jhermagnemcdaniels6380]

Unless you have really abused your engine and had poor oil change intervals , they are full of it. Honda has been using lower tension piston rings since about 2010 (when they went from 5w30 to 0w20 oil) and cars either burn oil or have significant oil dilution. What happens is your piston rings start to char burning oil onto the rings and they get stuck to the piston allowing the issue to get worse. Best course of action is to try to free them yourself. Monitor your current oil consumption and then try any variety of solutions that are out there. I’m trying the most gentle approach on my ‘11 CRV by using the new Valvoline Restore & Protect oil. It’s supposed to clean those deposits and free the piston rings. My car currently burns about 1 quart of oil every 1,500 miles and I’ve seen other YTers with similar consumption issues showing great results. Hope this helps!

[@markmath2883]

@ Thanks for the info-great help and advice. I have always changed my car’s oil at the required interval and ensured car has been properly maintained.

[@motorcarnut]

@markmath2883 No problem

[@ahmadghosheh3104]

Did that on my Toyota Camry. I however replaced the whole unit gear. I did it without doing the timing chain, was a touch and go for a minute getting the timing right

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you for that information, I just had someone ask me that exact question. So there is probably not spring fix but can replace the whole gear without messing with the timing chain, Hondas too but this is cheaper and a little less involved.

[@davidbauld5800]

Link for the spring kit ? Great video!

[@davidbauld5800]

Never mind I just found it in the description. Thanks!

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you, it’s in the description.

[@unebonnevie]

Very good explanation and demonstration of work. THANK YOU! This should apply to even RX350/450h Lexus cars with 2GRFE engine. I've always made sure to have enough oil in my car and the 12V battery is not too old. Don't try to stretch the usage of the battery past 3 1/2 years. A good battery gives you a good start when you turn the engine in the morning.

[@motorcarnut]

You’re very welcome. The battery is definitely a huge factor in cold start problems as well.

[@Noypi54494]

Great Video! DO you know if Toyotas 2.5L Dynamic Force Engine are any good? Or are Honda engines better for reliability

[@motorcarnut]

They are both good engines . All vehicles have their good and bad parts or designs.

[@SdotX]

The amount of videos ive seen of ppl changing the entire actuator and even pulling the camshaft is crazy for it to just be a spring.

[@motorcarnut]

I know, that's why I made the video. It will help people save a lot of money.

[@austinagar1778]

Awesome video im going to take this on in the driveway on my 12 civic si.

[@motorcarnut]

I hope it helps you out! Good luck!

[@gregperkins755]

Great informative video. Tighten replacement hex bolts to 90 inch-pounds or foot-pounds?

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you! 90 inch lbs

[@axelrealtor]

Thanks for the video, question, what’s the right size for the bolts? The amazon link shows different sizes of bolts, thanks

[@motorcarnut]

M6-1.0 x 30mm that should be the Amazon link

[@axelrealtor]

Thank you

[@motorcarnut]

@axelrealtor my pleasure.

[@fredsalter1915]

Joe Pesci rules on screen and in the garage!!!

[@motorcarnut]

You know it! Lol

[@samheninger505]

Interesting! My first thought is the motor has the wrong oil viscosity like 5w30 instead of 5w20

[@motorcarnut]

No, that viscosity difference is really nothing and would have to be really extreme to cause problems.

[@MalonesZinia]

As I understand VTC actuator must be in unlock position during the time of installation only. After that when engine is in everyday use VTC actuator must be locked all the time. Am I correct?

[@motorcarnut]

No when installing the actuator they want it unlocked so it doesn't damage the pin when torquing the bolt. The actuator is oil pressure controlled so depending on the engine load its changing constantly throughout the driving cycle.

[@MalonesZinia]

@@motorcarnut Since VTC spring from the kit is stronger then original one can it mess around with oil circulation flowing into the actuator?

[@motorcarnut]

They can but these kits were tested with great results. The factory ones are a poor design so your left with few options.

[@uriah4901]

What is the noise from that you hear after the fix at startup? Belt tensioner?

[@motorcarnut]

Nothing, its normal operation, vehicles make some normal noises, its a combustion engine.

[@jhermagnemcdaniels6380]

Probably a stretched belt. Had the same squeak on my ‘11 CRV. I replaced the belt - Problem solved. If you look at the tensioner from above you can see two distinct displacement marks. If they are off center from one another, it’s a stretched belt. If not, then tensioner is failing.

[@motorcarnut]

Good info, but this one was fine.

[@hochoma1564]

Thank you for posting! Very interesting way to fix Honda vct sprocket rattling! Help a lot of people.

[@motorcarnut]

You're welcome!

[@lannybrasher2452]

Wonder if this is the same on v6 engines with a belt?

[@dynamicdopamine]

So when you replace the valve cover gasket... you put rtv on each 4 corners...like as in ... putting the gasket on and then rub some rtv on top of the new gasket on each corner?

[@motorcarnut]

It's not necessary but you can if you want to.

[@jhermagnemcdaniels6380]

When you remove the old gasket, you need to clean the old sealant from the corners (mating surfaces) where the block and side covers meet. When you clean everything up you will clearly see the tiny gaps. Then you need to reapply a dab of sealant to those mating surfaces to fill in the gap. Then place the cover and gasket over it. The gasket will not fill the gap without the sealant in place.

[@motorcarnut]

Depends on the vehicle, this Honda has a continuous rubber that doesn't require any sealant and I didn't see any when I took it off but most others do require it like you stated.

[@luiscarrasquillo9743]

Brother, you saved me a headache. Thank you 👍🏼

[@motorcarnut]

You're welcome! Glad to hear that. Aprrcaite the feedback!

[@Bryan-il1vu]

just the noise it wont hurting anything , you have to fix it

[@motorcarnut]

It can get worse and start effecting the valve timing..

[@krod2162]

I have a 20. 16 Honda Fit, I noticed that in the wintertime. It tends to rattle when I started but not in the summer. I live in Southern California. I have a question if when I shut the engine down.If I rev it a little bit before I shut it down will that.Build the pressure and lock the mechanism so it won't rattle the next time I start it

[@motorcarnut]

No, because free revving doesn't put enough torque on the engine to lock them in.

[@warofthereviews3322]

Would the check engine light come on if it were the timing chain or the VTC actuator? I have had this issue with my CRV for over six months.

[@motorcarnut]

Sure, it can cause many timing related codes.

[@warofthereviews3322]

@@motorcarnut Sorry, I guess what I was trying to say was that my car has been doing this for around six months now. No check engine light has come on ever. Do you think that if it were more serious and needed more than this spring to fix the rattle, would I have known by now through a check engine light? Just in your opinion of course.

[@motorcarnut]

Not really because the noise even though not detrimental to the engine short term, it's the spring that failed and should be replaced because that noise is a wearing sound that's not supposed to be there.

[@eduardolongoria3744]

Does it matter which way you put the new spring in ?

[@motorcarnut]

No it does not.

[@gracemiralia]

My Toyota does the same thing and is sluggish/loud but not all the time. Most repair shops want to charge me like 8 hours of labor for it which is really expensive, like $160 an hour. And then they think it’s potentially a big engine problem. What do you suggest I do?

[@motorcarnut]

I just answered your last post.

[@solferino3618]

I’m only 19 I have mediocre car experience. Would you say my best bet is going to the dealership for this

[@motorcarnut]

Being you are inexperience and this is a critical job even though not bad for someone who can work on cars i'd say go a local good mechanic not dealership.

[@johnmcrae5043]

I have a 2015 FIT EX with the 1.5 liter with 65K miles, that has the brief rattle at startup. Will this repair work for it? I asked a local mechanic about the repair; he said that most people don't get it fixed. I guess they just live with it.

[@motorcarnut]

Yes it will. Should be fixed, not normal and will get worse.

[@johnmcrae5043]

@@motorcarnut OK thanks. Is this something that the average shade tree mechanic can tackle? I've done brake pads/rotors, radiators, starters, plugs, oil changes, & similar tasks. Regarding the sealing adhesive for the valve cover, do you recommend any particular one?

[@motorcarnut]

@johnmcrae5043 If you are patient and careful you can do it yourself. Just take your time and if you get stuck give me a holler. Good luck!

[@jhermagnemcdaniels6380]

I have a ‘10 Fit and if your engine is similar to mine it is a PITA. Unlike the video which is a breeze to get to the valve cover, the Fit needs much more work just to get near the valve cover. Very doable, but just be prepared for much more time to remove the air intake, throttle and intake manifold 😢

[@gfriedman99]

Hang on. I'm aware that the VCT actuator works on oil pressure. But are you saying that the chain tensioner works on oil pressure also? I thought it was just spring loaded.

[@motorcarnut]

Absolutely, oil pressure

[@mariuszs.7189]

Hello I did this in my Toyota Avensis 1.8 petrol. the rattling is gone Is it possible that the spring is now too stretched? After starting the engine does not work evenly, errors p0351, p0352, p0340 appeared

[@motorcarnut]

I don't know what you did or didn't do? This video is for a Honda not a Toyota so the spring pressure may be off. You can't just stretch the original spring, that won't last and will cause the same if not worse problems.

[@Motorsport107]

Awesome tip to replace the spring on the Intake Cam.... However, please do NOT put an adjustable wrench on the camshaft lobe!!!

[@motorcarnut]

That's correct. As you can see in the video, there is a place to put a wrench on the camshaft that has flat spots. Never on the lobes.

[@jazzmann1984]

I have a 2012 Civic Si that just started doing this at 67,000 miles. I looked at the springs but i didnt see one for my make and model. Do you know which spring i should get?

[@motorcarnut]

The company should know if you contact them. Honda doesn’t make just the spring.

[@jazzmann1984]

@motorcarnut Thank you for getting back to me. I found it and bookmarked the page. Is this something i could wait on? I'm at 67k miles and plan on doing a valve adjustment at the beginning of the year. I'd like to try and get it all done in one shot. Or is this serious enough i should do it sooner?

[@motorcarnut]

@jazzmann1984 Sure, no problem! And yes, you can wait till beginning of next year.

[@4k_elii168]

do you happen to know how serious this problem is and like how soon it should be fixed? and should i be scared to get to work or anything? beside the car feeling sluggish it shifts fine and obviously starts up everytime but i’m just scared something can happen

[@motorcarnut]

If you have the start up rattle and it’s already feeling sluggish, I wouldn’t wait to get it fixed. It controls the valve timing that will give you that lack of power.

[@4k_elii168]

@@motorcarnutnice so i’m cooked 😭

[@motorcarnut]

@4k_elii168 Not really but if you can do it yourself it’s not that hard following my video

[@sarahkammerath5037]

Omg the Honda dealership has replaced my actuator 3 times now, saying my car is running out of oil and not getting my old changed, so now I check my oil every two damn weeks it’s lame 😮what a rip off!!! Gonna show the dealership this next time it makes this noise again!!! Always does in winter time! Always

[@motorcarnut]

They probably just want to sell you parts to make a buck. You'll save a lot of money with this video!

[@calimilk1113]

Stay away from stealerships , they are worthless besides taking your money!!!

[@maxwelllisovsky4193]

Beautiful explanation, very helpful thank you.

[@motorcarnut]

Thanks, appreciate that!

[@9Trickz]

What would be the major consequences of not fixing this? I heard from multiple people that the noise comes back even after having it done?

[@motorcarnut]

It may throw the timing off and will only get worse and be unreliable. Should not come back with updated springs. They usually start making noise again when people but I new one that wasn’t updated.

[@Vic_HVAC]

I have a 2007 civic si which one do I buy

[@motorcarnut]

In the description is a link to the site, from there you can see the ones for your vehicle.

[@Mister_Y]

7:56 or 8:24, which is it? Never mind. Looks like you clarified later in the video.

[@motorcarnut]

Sorry, if there was a confusion.

[@FrankDodd-i2g]

Can the spring be replaced with the gear still on the car? Without removing the timing chain? 2015 crv 106k just started doing this. I adjusted the valves already and replaced the valve cover gasket. Wish I would have seen this video before I just put it all back together.

[@motorcarnut]

Absolutely, just follow the video.

[@LMX_27]

I replaced the spring like 4 years ago and didn't heard the rattle again

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you for this valuable information! A lot of people were wondering how long it will last and I believe as well that it will last longer than a new actuator because they use the same old spring.

[@ErwinDeleon-ew1nr]

True , still need to replace chain ,guide and tensioner

[@motorcarnut]

Most of the time, that 1 to 2 seconds rattling noise on start up is the actuator. The timing chain tensioner does go bad too but most of the time it will jump timing and be a different problem, like no starting etc.

[@ErwinDeleon-ew1nr]

@@motorcarnut been working at dealership, at first we’re just changing actuator, then comes back after a few months, the chain stretch, the guide wore out

[@ErwinDeleon-ew1nr]

@@motorcarnut you do not want to reach that point

[@motorcarnut]

People have to make that decision based on time, money and what they are experiencing . I do have videos on changing the timing chain and guides as well.

[@motorcarnut]

You don't, I agree .

[@mh1086]

The link for the bolts comes up as a cap bolt with an 5mm allen hex head. Your video shows a regular hex head bolt and that is what I would like to use. Do you have the link for the hex headed bolt? Thanks.

[@motorcarnut]

Thanks for the info, I just changed the link in the video and here: www.amazon.com/Flanged-Flange-Hexagon-Screws-Quantity/dp/B08KS95D4G/ref=sxin_16_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.76d54fcc-2362-404d-ab9b-b0653e2b2239%3Aamzn1.sym.76d54fcc-2362-404d-ab9b-b0653e2b2239&crid=AMO7LEJ4U3KD&cv_ct_cx=6mm%2Bx%2B30mm%2Bbolt&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.T0pvT-6w8Af_guGPokO6jdEQI3JCoQgZGJ71gI4fBzOu8ujjSRib4I87YKdl551OvLkXNsXLMw8f9YKQ3dwncQ.IqlAj33L0cFy-N9ibg-mUeGbVuD3H2Bwra_0FCtQouo&dib_tag=se&keywords=6mm%2Bx%2B30mm%2Bbolt&pd_rd_i=B08KS95D4G&pd_rd_r=019ad2ea-f52d-4bff-8774-12d981b2998b&pd_rd_w=XAQ6m&pd_rd_wg=1sfL2&pf_rd_p=76d54fcc-2362-404d-ab9b-b0653e2b2239&pf_rd_r=D85212QWZMW9GK4NGGBN&qid=1731812041&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=6mm%2Bx%2B30mm%2Bbolt%2Caps%2C230&sr=1-2-6024b2a3-78e4-4fed-8fed-e1613be3bcce-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9zZWFyY2hfdGhlbWF0aWM&th=1

[@mh1086]

@@motorcarnut Thanks!!!

[@motorcarnut]

@mh1086 sure, no problem

[@Eazy_E0636]

I get this noise on some start ups similar to the video and I also got a P1009 error code recently. I just replaced the VVT solenoid, but the code came up after replacing the solenoid. Could doing what was done in video resolve the P1009 code?

[@motorcarnut]

It can be as its related to valve timing.

[@Eazy_E0636]

@@motorcarnut Thank you. I will go and order than spring kit and hopefully fix that dreadful noise!

[@motorcarnut]

No problem, good luck!

[@stevenpena9926]

Great informative video, Thank-you 👌🏼👍🏻

[@motorcarnut]

Thanks! Hope it helps save you some money!

[@OrlandoMadeJ]

new link for the screws?

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you, didn't know that link was not available anymore. Here is another one: www.amazon.com/Flanged-Flange-Hexagon-Screws-Quantity/dp/B08KS95D4G/ref=sxin_16_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.76d54fcc-2362-404d-ab9b-b0653e2b2239%3Aamzn1.sym.76d54fcc-2362-404d-ab9b-b0653e2b2239&crid=AMO7LEJ4U3KD&cv_ct_cx=6mm%2Bx%2B30mm%2Bbolt&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.T0pvT-6w8Af_guGPokO6jdEQI3JCoQgZGJ71gI4fBzOu8ujjSRib4I87YKdl551OvLkXNsXLMw8f9YKQ3dwncQ.IqlAj33L0cFy-N9ibg-mUeGbVuD3H2Bwra_0FCtQouo&dib_tag=se&keywords=6mm%2Bx%2B30mm%2Bbolt&pd_rd_i=B08KS95D4G&pd_rd_r=019ad2ea-f52d-4bff-8774-12d981b2998b&pd_rd_w=XAQ6m&pd_rd_wg=1sfL2&pf_rd_p=76d54fcc-2362-404d-ab9b-b0653e2b2239&pf_rd_r=D85212QWZMW9GK4NGGBN&qid=1731812041&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=6mm%2Bx%2B30mm%2Bbolt%2Caps%2C230&sr=1-2-6024b2a3-78e4-4fed-8fed-e1613be3bcce-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9zZWFyY2hfdGhlbWF0aWM&th=1

[@robertbandusky9565]

Same as on the 3.5 V6?

[@motorcarnut]

No, its not.

[@c0mm0on]

So I can replace this with just the valve cover off?

[@motorcarnut]

Yes

[@Vinny_Tang]

Wonder this will work in the vq35de vtc cold start noise? Cannot find any information about the nissan cam gear, people just change the cam gear which cost $600 each brand new..

[@motorcarnut]

Check the site listed in the video description and see if they make a kit for Nissan

[@Vinny_Tang]

@@motorcarnut Sadly nope

[@motorcarnut]

Then I don't know, sorry

[@thomasbroadwater02]

What size new bolts for the actuator?

[@motorcarnut]

It's in the description link to Amazon.

[@Samuel.Tsadik]

Thank you very much sir❤

[@motorcarnut]

You're welcome, hope this saves you some money!

[@timwaterloo5629]

Is there any spring kit for corolla 2009

[@motorcarnut]

That I don't know. You can search some of the Toyota forums online

[@GuillermoFletes-f7m]

where can i buy this kit? i need the springs

[@motorcarnut]

It’s in the video description.

[@wayneknodel3347]

Great information!

[@motorcarnut]

You're welcome! Glad to hear it was helpful.

[@manuelmunoz1104]

So you don't have to put engine in top dead center please advise, as I'm having same problem and live on Social Security

[@motorcarnut]

No, not to do this job but you should have some basic mechanic knowledge.

[@manuelmunoz1104]

@@motorcarnut I've seen videos saying you can just stretch old spring, would that be wise or best I'm sure to buy new one

[@motorcarnut]

That is not correct. Stretching the old spring is an inaccurate sloppy way that will do nothing but make you do the job again.

[@MickeyMinchew]

Great stuff!

[@motorcarnut]

Appreciate it!Thanks for the comment!

[@sylvesterjones9713]

How much it cost to get this job done?

[@motorcarnut]

Can’t give a quote, too many variables

[@meaculpamishegas]

I got a Dorman aftermarket actuator for about $45

[@motorcarnut]

They are not reliable and require much more work than in this video.

[@DavidThompson-f4c]

Hello, does anyone know the dimensions of the spring? I cannot buy the kit where I am and I will have to find my own springs.

[@motorcarnut]

Sorry, I don't know and Honda has no part number for it either.

[@richardleerodgers5303]

Outstanding

[@motorcarnut]

Appreciate that!

[@isidroo1]

I heard it comes back again in a year or months

[@motorcarnut]

It may, or may not. I haven't had one come back. Honda has to step up their game, no reason for this.

[@curtisramsey2219]

Great video

[@motorcarnut]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JeffJones2002]

M6 30 mm? 2009 accord 2.4

[@motorcarnut]

Should be

[@JeffJones2002]

Thank you

[@motorcarnut]

@JeffJones2002 no problem

[@JeffJones2002]

Update, I did the spring swap, it worked out great 👍, thanks 🙏

[@motorcarnut]

@JeffJones2002 awesome!!! Thanks for the update!

[@ugotaut3944]

"I wish everything is that simple " 😊

[@motorcarnut]

Me too!

[@cruzctrl2]

​@@motorcarnutwhere are the links?

[@motorcarnut]

@cruzctrl2 Damm, forgot the links , thank you for this comment. Will update the video asap, but here they are: spring-start.com www.amazon.com/Screw-Threaded-Socket-Finish-Quantity/dp/B08LK5FRFS/ref=sr_1_14?crid=235RDRVGNEDHT&keywords=6mm+x+30mm+bolt&qid=1665060498&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIzLjg1IiwicXNhIjoiMy4wMiIsInFzcCI6IjIuNjkifQ==&sprefix=6mm+x+30mm,aps,183&sr=8-14

[@JoshuaEllis-pw1ss]

Im about to do this when my girl gets home and the car cools off I'll be back 13 crv 270k

[@motorcarnut]

Great, let us know how it turns out!

[@4k_elii168]

how did it go fam????😭😭 been a month

[@BurntSofa]

checking in on the homie lol

[@josephalvaro5244]

Yeah approx.$1200.00 Canadian later at Kingsway Honda in Vancouver.I wrote Honda a letter about their shoddy engineering on this part that keeps failing on multiple cars thinking I might get a response or a partial refund.I'm sure they had a good laugh with that one.😂That acctuator is a POS!

[@motorcarnut]

I don't blame you for the frustration. This fix will probably last longer than a new actuator because they use the same cheap spring and never updated it. Besides this is so much easier to do than actuator replacement.

[@ChengSAE]

Badabing bada boom

[@motorcarnut]

That's about it!

[@musclekingmedia]

Good luck with them bolts at 90ftlbs😂

[@motorcarnut]

90 inch lbs not foot lbs

[@beneshkar2899]

do a cold crank for 5 sec- it will be ok without all that work.

[@motorcarnut]

This is not considered a lot of work when the other option is replacing the actuator itself removing much more work and more money. To answer your question, the noise will wear on the actuator but can last, how long hard to say.

[@ThepDenNgoaiBien]

change oil ( different brand) noise will go away

[@motorcarnut]

I wish it were that simple but it's not. I explained this in the video.

[@ashercohen4739]

👍👍💙

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you!

[@juliosdiy3206]

No mur hondas for me!

[@motorcarnut]

There is no where to go, all manufactures have their own problems but most vehicles are very reliable. These videos are to show you how to keep your particular vehicles running for as long as possible.

[@chooiseah1377]

👍👍👍👍👍👍❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you very much!

[@ExecuteBrandon]

What you hear is Honda engineering gone to crap. 😂

[@motorcarnut]

Lol, I can't argue with that!

[@dangunn6961]

Show Honda your disapointment in them . Don't buy a Honda. I'll never buy another Honda.

[@motorcarnut]

Honda still makes great vehicles, all manufactures have design flaws.

[@dangunn6961]

@@motorcarnut My 6 year old Ford F150 runs great. No flaws. A million F 150's are sold each year. Honda is digging their own grave.

[@motorcarnut]

I own a F150 5.0 Coyote too, 550K still going strong!

[@lokeshdeshwal5288]

Honda quality downn.😢

[@motorcarnut]

I know, but nowadays no manufacture is up on quality.

[@CesarCano-e7x]

Great trick !👌

[@motorcarnut]

Thank you! Appreciate all the feedback!

[@Jose-bm2ox]

Fast and easy 😳?

[@motorcarnut]

Compared to the alternative? Yes