2003-2007 Honda Accord Valve adjustments

This is the 2006 Honda Accord Valve Adjustment. This is for the inline 4 cylinder, the V6 will be different. The first thing you need to do is remove the cylinder head cover. You can refer to our head cover gasket removal video. The crankshaft turns 180 degree clockwise (camshaft pulley turns 90 degree). You will have to turn the crank pulley when adjusting the valve clearance on each cylinder.
Tools:
amzn.to/2aJwRlZ 1/2 ratchet
amzn.to/2awcRDO 3/8 ratchet
amzn.to/2aJy9kF 3/8 3" short extension set
amzn.to/2aEUQWZ 1/2 3" extension sets
amzn.to/2aY8Mfm 1/2 19mm deep socket
amzn.to/2aweq4t Pliers
amzn.to/2awfUvw Flat head screw driver
amzn.to/2bDDCaS Lisle 68050 Valve Feeler Gauge
amzn.to/2aYXnIy 3/8 10mm deep socket or the special tool
Parts:
None
Valve lash specs:
0.21-0.25 mm (0.008-0.010 in) - Intake
0.28-0.32 mm (0.011-0.013 in) - Exhaust
Torque specs:
14 ft. lbs - Intake locknut
10 ft. lbs - Exhaust locknut
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[@beastmode9044]

Quick tip: leave the tire on and don't mess with the crank pulley. Remove the valve cover and spark plugs. Throw a 3/4 inch wrench on the bolt for the power steering pump. Rotate that clockwise instead of the crankshaft pulley. You can do the whole job without getting on your hands and knees. Great video thanks for sharing

[@gregd3551]

Yep. That's the easiest way. I just did the job myself.

[@JMRSplatt]

I think it is 19mm, but 3/4" is quite close :) Thank you for the tip!!

[@EddieNYC02]

I agree ☝️

[@JMRSplatt]

I am dumb, 3/4" = 19mm. Tried to be smart, learned myself. lol

[@polymathematics5837]

Excellent video! Thanks a million! Your video is way better than reading through a repair manual!

[@theonlyonegrimey]

Awesome video guys as a fellow mechanic I'm glad to see step by step on this simple but very hard procedure on the k series great work

[@thouyang9314]

Thanks brother... I have a 07 Accord LX ... gonna try and do my own valve adjustment for first time soon

[@saiyan3676]

How did it go ?

[@adilmehmood1199s]

I can use his voice to go to sleep

[@paul32837]

The best honda k series valve adjustment on you tube . I can not wait to watch timing chain replacement Thanks

[@NutzAboutBolts]

won't be for a while lol...

[@bizarrobaker]

Great video, you reminded me I bought a gasket and feeler gauge, and need to finally do this!

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+bizarrobaker lol thanks

[@SgtJStupid]

Was a good video. At 5:50 your partner went counterclockwise a few degrees to correct the arrow's position. Good practice is to go back a few more degrees, then meeting the arrow to the chain dot going ONLY clockwise.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Sgt Stupid we usually do that back and forth, you're right, but just wasn't worried. Honda's aren't that delicate lol

[@syndromodowns707]

+NutzAboutBolts I get that. I'm a diesel mechanic and we have to be delicate with things like that. I find myself cringing at the simplest things.

[@martik778]

Not that delicate? I turned my 1990 Integra in the wrong direction (to inspect the belt) and 3 of the rocker arms FELL right off

[@NutzAboutBolts]

martik778 Those rockers are on a heavy steel rod that goes all the way through the head, that's not even possible lol

[@martik778]

Huh? They 'float' under the cam, between the cam and the valve stems, It's not uncommon - Google "integra rocker arms fell out"

[@euprojeto2956]

done ... as you instructed. thanks! directly from Brazil ... honda accord 2.0 2007 125K

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

Thanks for the video. Just adjusted my valves on my Honda.

[@chrispreston362]

Great video, thanks. What's the name of the special tool you used (the 10mm socket with screwdriver) and do I really need one?

[@saulescobedo7753]

Gracias por compartir, me sirvió mucho tu información aunque entiendo poco el inglés 👍

[@josedejesusasencioperez9321]

Amigo sabras tu donde se consige esa herramiente que el utilizo el que tiene el mango rojo para la tuerca 10mm y desarmador

[@BrokeDown724]

At what mileage is this recommended 100k ? My 04 accord has 175k I’m sure I’m due for this. Thanks for the informative video I’ve done this on many diesels but never an overhead cam engine like this.

[@farmerjim-fat-man-do]

Clint McDowell, yes your engine is probably due for a valve adjustment. I think the Honda spec is to check the lash every 30K miles and adjust as needed. The valve train gets pretty noisy when it needs adjustment so I use that as my indicator instead of pulling the valve cover every 30K. My 03 Accord has 245k miles and the valves have been adjusted twice. They are once again getting more noisy than I am comfortable with so I will be adjusting again this weekend. I did the first adjustment at like 80k, the second around 170k and now the third at 245k. If valves on your car have never been adjusted you should hear quite a difference in valve train noise after adjustment. Good luck!

[@MrAgcano1]

Thanks man great work good luck on you projects

[@IgorD33]

Does it matter on which angle you insert the filler gauge? And how much resistance should there be when you are in the spec. For example if I adjust intake to lower limit 0.008” should I be able to insert a 0.009” or 0.010 filler gauge

[@Oliver0200]

The spec is .008-.010

[@ristohyvonen9913]

Ok, thank you! Greetings from Finland.

[@jogmas12]

This is a $500 job if done at the dealer.

[@k24accord73]

jogmas12 thats why i own honda.DIY engines

[@southernfarmtech]

Hmmm your Honda dealer is ripping you off. Mine charges $135 if you have them do it. I actually had mine done today on my 07 by my trusty mechanic. $149 for the valve adjustment also including an oil change as well with synthetic oil.

[@dc366]

@@southernfarmtech Thats a sweet deal. I can't find any mechanics around here that are that cheap

[@daniel022209]

@@dc366 thats the benefit of having a good mechanic who doesnt have any overhead.

[@Variant86]

$50 on Honda Czech Republic (without resealing head cover gasket).

[@cgrinna]

Great video, keep up your great service for the public. TBR from Michigan

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+cgrinna thank you :)

[@inkwizytor84]

What was the mileage of your engine when you recorded that video, because it is very clean ?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Paweł .Paweł was 110k miles. thanks! :) did you happen to open yours up and see?

[@inkwizytor84]

+NutzAboutBolts Yes I opened it to adjust valve clearance, it was not as clean as yours. I use Motul 5w40 x-cess. I am living in central Europe, it is rear here to use oil like mobil 1 5w20. Maybe I will try.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Paweł .Paweł wow, that is thick oil. Your engine probably burning more gas than it is. how many mpg do you get?

[@inkwizytor84]

+NutzAboutBolts it's around 23 mpg, I have 2.0 litre 4 stroke engine in accord tourer body. What mpg do you get ? Did you consider to make a video aobut EGR valve and EGR plate cleaning ? About the oil for me it is more important the engine protection than mpg rate.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Paweł .Paweł that's pretty good, I get between 22-23 mpg. we are considering a lot of things, but time and schedule conflicts a lot and so we're still working on making videos....

[@mooxima]

That’s a clean engine

[@PickyOne]

My 2006 4 cyl Accord is 330K miles now. I did all services my self , Thanks to your videos. But when it was due for valve adjustment (tens of thousands of miles ago), this video was not uploaded yet. My question I never did valve adjustment for my car, and I still get excellent performance and excellent MPG 30+ hwy, Do I have to do it at this stage?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

If you hear the valves are clicking, then you should... My vehicle's at 110k miles and it was still in spec., if you feel like your car performance has diminish, then I would do it, but if its still feels good, then don't need to mess with it.

[@WillS-pl8wg]

Thats alot of miles/good for u man 👍/ i got a 03 accord hopefully i can break 300k

[@MegaDominican]

30 mpg you said? woah mine only gives me around 21mpg hwy and 17-19 mixed. changed o2 sensor/new spark plugs/new oil/ and I don't know what else to do to get better mileage. Any advice?

[@JoshSims]

Yes, Honda valves tighten over time and get quieter, so no warning before hand.

[@jeroen7699]

Typically, on these engines the inlet valves get a little loose over time, but the exhaust valves get tighter. Tight exhaust valves will eventually burn, because they don't touch the cilinder head long enough to release the heat. But before that you will probably get rough idling, engine shudder, or a lack of power.

[@hectorgalvan8674]

Dude what type of camera do you use its crystal clear.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

5D2, but we upgraded to a GH5 for 4K videos, sometimes we use our GoPro for HD as well.

[@dorian2xwest845]

Hey Man I had a question I’m pretty sure you know a lot about cars I would like to know if my 2005 Honda Accord 3.0 vtec can have 4 exhaust ?

[@UsmanKhan-fp5uu]

after my adjustment... my car timing dropped to zero what could be cause ?? same k24

[@dlo2685]

I hope you didnt sell your honda- your videos are awesome!! BTW does the transmission need to be in neutral when attempting TDC.

[@TheDerrty111]

Parked! Lol

[@er7883]

Derrty92lude ok automatic 😂

[@zuramax2049]

My cars hydralic lifters are making a lot of noise? Are valves related???

[@law2255]

Would valve adjustments solve a P0341 - camshaft timing issues? Timing chain and VTEC solenoid has already been changed but P0341 still exists. If there is engine sledge, would recommend taking apart the camshafts, clean them, and then do the valve adjustment? Thanks!

[@MsHaiducu]

Why do you need to remove plugs? the manual says nothing about that

[@1188clean]

ive done a valve job on my old bmw but not to comfortable on the honda like this

[@brianbejado3237]

GREAT DIY👍 just wondering do you need to put it back to TDC before you start the car after all is reassembled?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Brian Bejado no

[@rosemariecaligiuri8013]

great video btw!

[@NutzAboutBolts]

thx!

[@ricgomez1]

Doesn't that engine rotate counter clockwise when running?

[@FirstnameLastName-sx8ls]

I knos this is 8 y.o. However if anyone is still using this. Exactly where is he is he putting the feeler gauge?

[@dancearoundtheworld5360]

my accord needs this but this method is adequate

[@duncangregho1986]

Im trying to find the vtec valve but I dont know how it looks and where its located...do you know that? my car is loosing power on gears when I speed up after driving for more than 1 hour...thank you.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

the vtec solenoid valve is behind the engine on the passenger side.

[@mabast007]

I am doing a valve lash adj on my 05 accord I4, and I don't see those number you mentioning them? I have the same gauge from in your description.

[@zonlymachine]

awesome video man,

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Shivam Patel thanks!

[@noneyall2819]

I have a ramdon miss fire i think its the cam position aensor ( what you think). What symptoma made you adjust your honda.

[@waelabbessi9090]

one question: I didn't understand English very well, for adjustment, how much is the functional clearance of the exhaust valve and how much is the clearance of the intake valve. THANKS

[@NutzAboutBolts]

The info is in the description box. I hope that helps 😁

[@MrTmenzo]

could you also use a tdc whistle instead if eyeballing the dots and arrows?

[@Scatpack23]

How do I know if I need to adjust mine ? 05 Accord 4 cly , 173 thousand miles

[@paquesepas6696]

Hey, got a 2004 Honda element no code map engine but at idle in the morning and when motor is warm, I'm getting around negative 15 both short term and long term. It smells of exhaust gasses quite heavily but engine doesn't run rough at all and only symptom I'm having is I feel I should have more power. Have new oem air fuel sensor and the rear o2 as well. All my live data looks normal like map, ect, ait, etc. Do you think since these engines need to have their valves adjusted and it's a new to me car with 160k, that valves being out of adjustment can cause a rich condition? Thank you.

[@johnmetzler2841]

Is there room to use a box end wrench on the locknuts? I can't tell from the video.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

you can if its short enough to have room

[@creepyscope7824]

Do the head gasket and timing chain please

[@CarlWF6J]

Nice video, however next tiem try to not put your hands/gloves between the camera and what you are trying to show. Know it was just for a few things, but attempting this for the first time, would like to "see" more.

[@martik778]

Is eyeballing the arrow at the 3,6 and 9 oclock positions accurate enough for TDC of pistons 3, 4 and 2 or are you checking some other alignment marks like you did with #1?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

eyeball if you have experience, otherwise follow manual

[@byrdman1057]

I was reading the Haynes manual. And it's asking me to find TDC on the compression stroke... Is that the method shown in the video? It also asks me to disable the fuel system and pull out the spark plugs. Is that necessary?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Yes TDC was shown in the video, as for disabling the fuel system, you don't have to. Pulling out the spark plugs, you can do that so it'll be easier to turn the crank pulley. We didn't do it so it was a little tough turning the crank pulley lol. But it was ok

[@rosemariecaligiuri8013]

Question? My 2006 Honda Accord 4cyl uses 5w-20 oil, my dealer has used 0w-20 in my last 2 oil changes. It seems the ticking of my engine has gotten louder. will a thicker oil, such as 10w-30 hybrid oil keep my valve adjustment longer? I have had 2 valve adjustments in the last year. Ithought valve adj were every 60,000 miles?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

I haven't had any ticking problems on my vehicle. I would try thicker oil and see if it goes away, if not, then I would further investigate what's the problem. 2 valve adjustments in 1 year is odd because you only do it when there is ticking but it shouldn't be that often. My vehicle has 115k miles without any valve adjustments needed.

[@motorcityman401]

You shouldn't have to adjust the valves until over 120,000 miles.

[@k24accord73]

I have a question for you..will a 2004 tsx cylinder head fit my 2006 accord 2.4 ..2004 tsx has smaller valves but the cams i found for it are from 2006 tsx..will the valves make contact with the pistons or will i be ok

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Both different head. Find the accord head for your tsx, it’s cheaper.

[@outmybitness]

And is this expensive if i had a local shop do this

[@scandals657]

Is the valve lash the same for the 2.0 engine ?

[@motorcityman401]

How many miles were on this motor???

[@NutzAboutBolts]

120k miles.

[@aladdin1709]

good job

[@outmybitness]

Is this necessary my 04 accord has 240k on it

[@tigaspinoypower]

Hello! How you know when your car needs a valve adjustment? Is there any symptoms? Thanks

[@NutzAboutBolts]

you'll hear tapping noises.

[@tigaspinoypower]

NutzAboutBolts oic thanks!

[@markferraro5250]

nutz n bolts do you know where i can get a fuel pressure adapter to test fuel pressure on a 2.4 returnless accord. i have the gauges i just need the adapter thanks happy newyear

[@NutzAboutBolts]

check harbor freight or any auto stores.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

maybe Napa auto parts? or online.

[@realpreach1194]

between the rockers there's​ a small cap and spring what are they called

[@bv2eq]

U hv to buy the special HONDA brand fuel pressure adapter to hookup from the fuel damper. US$50 a piece. Sorry no place u can find other way to attached it.

[@emiliocaporal4698]

could you please make a video about flushing the coolent on a Camry 2014 I would really appreciate it.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Emilio Caporal we currently don't have that vehicle as of right now...

[@emiliocaporal4698]

+NutzAboutBolts ok thank you anyways for all of your other videos, so helpful. I'll stay tuned to see if you got more Camry videos

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Emilio Caporal np :)

[@alejandroguerra6571]

Do you have to remove the spark plugs?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Yes, so you can turn the crank pulley easier

[@aidilaidil5344]

Good job..

[@juanaguirre9651]

Thanks for the video! What difference did you feel in your car after the adjustment?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Juan Aguirre well, I will be watching my mpg once I get the time and see if it made a difference or not. My engine was running 22 mpg when the normal range is 26 mpg city and 33 hwy, so we will see... I have to refuel and reset my odometer and check it once I get to do that. Also my car was running normal and wasn't noisy, so can't tell on that yet. Adjusting the valves will help with gas mileage and performance issues.

[@juanaguirre9651]

+NutzAboutBolts Thanks for the response!

[@daveindallas11]

howdy from the lone star state. mine is getting bad milage also i am replacing valve cover gasket kit parts i saw a little oil residue in the intake and on the throttle body. plugs were kind of bad on had no elctrod left. the thing is i had no noise pings and have a accord exactly the same that gets much better mpg and has more power. what do you think it could be? pcv valve ? i get no check engine light either. 😞

[@rosemondjeanbaptiste1923]

Mw renmensa

[@Mrkevi123]

I have no idea where you are inserting the feeler gauge

[@Desertduleler_88]

Between the rocker pad and valve stem....

[@jogmas12]

You need to show how to remove the valve cover

[@NutzAboutBolts]

go to our valve cover remove video. We didn't show it here so that we can shorten the video time.

[@fernanpartida2526]

need help 2007 honda accord 4 cylinder code p0135 how to replace sensor bank 1 video would be nice thank you

[@NutzAboutBolts]

Its the air fuel ratio sensor, its the sensor right after the exhaust and before the cat.

[@outmybitness]

Is a valve adjustment necessary?

[@gregd3551]

YES!!!

[@alejandrojonathanvaldovino2364]

Pero no saco 3l problema el por q las esta calibrando

[@trezleblanc6621]

Can this make the car faster?

[@kyleellis262]

Oh yea it’ll give it anywhere from 50-300 more hp

[@barbudabob1]

You do not adjust the valve with the feeler gauge in, that is a no no.

[@Rainwen1die]

Why not? Just a question

[@BlackCubone]

@@Rainwen1die because the feeler gauge is in the way. You adjust and then check with the gauge.

[@inkwizytor84]

Hi, What engine oil do you use ?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

+Paweł .Paweł 5w-20 mobile 1 synthetic oil.

[@saiyan3676]

So I’m other words this is a 30 minute job ?

[@swlancaster1964]

ASMR

[@kermitalexander6655]

Do you have any recommendations on the navigation system. I have an 04 accord it sat in garage for a week came back and the car did nothing. After buying new battery found the nav screen not working. I took cd rom apart and cleaned laser. still getting same disc error reading.

[@NutzAboutBolts]

my vehicle doesn't have any navigation system... any check engine light? have you called the dealership to see if there's a code you need to input since you took off the battery?

[@daveindallas11]

did your milage and power get back from where it was ive got one with a bad mpg issue and not much power?

[@NutzAboutBolts]

well, it wasn't off by much, so I'm still getting the same mpg. I'm planning on selling my Accord and getting the Prius C for better gas mileage lol.

[@flash_6106]

David Hebenstreit I only get 240 250 have ticking 154 k doing valves shortly

[@UsmanKhan-fp5uu]

i did valve adjustment yesterday.... car jerks in 2nd gear after 3.5k rpm... car fine in 1st gear... check engine light also blinks when above 4k rpm in 2nd gear... on stopping car engine lights stops blinking triptronic auto japanese spec car

[@noblewon3507]

usman khan u have a misfire

[@rg_barrow]

it's an "I" vtec man....not an "e" vtec 😅😅😅

[@juandejesus8219]

9th Gen Si Guy lmao E-Vtec = 200+ Horsepower

[@mehnaazakthar5927]

more confused after viewing this video

[@motorcityman401]

Approx. how much should I expect to pay a independent mechanic for this??

[@NutzAboutBolts]

not too sure...

[@touseefrehman7568]

Motor City Man

[@touseefrehman7568]

Motor City Man

[@motorcityman401]

Touseef Rehman Yes??

[@motorcityman401]

Touseef Rehman Yes??

[@antoniovalderrama1306]

This guy has no clue what his doing lmaoo probably watched a YT video before he made this

[@robert-ut2vz]

Waste of time for me

[@abirmazrab974]

Could not understand what you are saying baaaaaad recording