Oxygen sensor connector, if detachedfront exhaust pipe using new gaskets and nuts. If the crack in the manifold is narrow, as opposed to a large enough that you can get a finger inside it, it may be possible to solder it. Jan 21, 2007 can i patch a crack in a cast iron exhaust manifold. If your manifold is made from stainless steel instead of cast iron, a muffler shop should be able to weld up the crack for you. Theres no way im taking it back to honda again for the monkeys to try and charge me for a.
I heard about a recall on exhaust manifolds due to cracking problems in honda civics. Honda civic manifoldheadermufflertail pipe problems part 1. Discussion in the garage started by noman, feb 21, 2017. The 2000 honda civic has 7 problems reported for cracked exhaust manifold.
How to repair a hole in an exhaust manifold duration. My car is honda civic 2004 and 220000km done and i am in toronto ontario. Originally posted by vision67 a cracked exhaust manifold could potentially. Cracked exhaust is common on both exhaust manifolds and manifold catalytic converter combination.
Over time, the constant heating and cooling of the metal causes the manifold to distort and warp causing gasket leaks. Cracked exhaust manifold maintenancerepairs car talk. Upper manifold cover and tighten the bolts to 16 ft. I am looking for solutions to fix the problem with cracked exhaust manifold. Honda civic 2010, exhaust manifold flange gasket by bosal. Cracked exhaust manifoldcatayltic converter on honda civic. If you look at the manifold and it looks like it is starting to crack or otherwise come apart, its time to change it out. Jun 17, 2009 i heard about a recall on exhaust manifolds due to cracking problems in honda civics. I started smelling a slight exhaust smell when starting the car in the cold c.
Honda civic cracked exhaust manifoldcatayltic converter 179 reports. Then, take the damaged manifold off and look closely at the damage. The fumes are most noticeable when driving at low speeds, and they are enough to cause a strong headachelightheadedness which could potentially cause an accident. The honda shop told me i had a split in the exhaust manifold on my civic which it was going to be costly to replace. Mar 24, 2009 1999 honda civic i have a crack in the exhaust manifold what do you recommend to seal it. Upon further investigation when removing the heat shield, found out the exhaust manifold catalytic converter had cracked right in the middle. Honda civic questions i have a 1996 honda civic dx that has.
Honda civic 20012005 egr intake manifold cleaning code p0401. Learn about this problem, why it occurs, and how to fix it. Hi, i have a 2002 honda civic that my mechanic says needs a new manifold due to cracks appearing in it. How to repair cracked exhaust manifold with quiksteel.
Is there a way i can patch the crack for a fraction of the cost. Eventually, if the manifold is lacking in metal content due to factory compromises for overall engine weight, the manifold cracks. Keep your midsize ride operating to the best of its abilities by switching out your old part for a new honda civic exhaust manifold from autozone. Heat insulator to the manifold, if equipped with air conditioning. Im getting a bad smell of diesel fumes inside the car, so im guessing the exhaust manifold has a crack in it. Im replacing my 2003 civic ex sohc exhaust manifold with a. I have a 98 honda civic with a crack in the exhaust manifold, which is cast iron. Hi guys, just when i thought my civic was finally sorted, more problems. Use a size one tip solder and place the torch very near to melt it onto and into the crack. Jun 18, 2010 i am working on a 2001 honda civic lx with a 1. There used to be a recal for this defect and the honda dealer would replace the manifold at no charge read more. Aug 02, 2008 im replacing my 2003 civic ex sohc exhaust manifold with a racing header due to a crack in the oem.
If your exhaust parts are in need of repair, dont compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, offbrand replacement parts from the local auto parts chain. A crack in the exhaust manifold near the o2 sensor can cause some poor sensor readings to the computer. Manifold repair may be necessary if you have been driving the vehicle for a while or have been driving it roughly. Another d16y7 cracked exhaust manifold honda d series forum. Honda civic del sol 1992 2000 cheapest way to fix cracked exhaust manifold. The manifold is an integral part of the engine and its location depends on the model of the car and the year it was built. My header only answered by a verified mechanic for honda we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Repair questions answered here 98 honda civic exhaust manifold.
Sorry to hear you may have a manifold crack, are you getting fumes in the cabin. This will send a message the computer to add more fuel, thus causing misfires. Replacing the cracked component will repair the problem. Exhaust manifold replacement honda civic 1999 d15b engine. He also stated this has been a big problem for the honda company. The exhaust manifold is cracked, causing dangerous fumes to enter the cabin of the car. Exhaust manifold replacment honda civic ufo accord crf frv 2. Honda civic del sol 1992 2000 cracked exhaust manifold ok. The 2002 honda civic has 17 problems reported for crack in the exhaust manifold. Honda civic exhaust manifold repair costs yourmechanic. The crack will allow fresh air to enter the exhaust, which causes the sensor to tell the computer that there is too much oxygen. The honda shop told me i had a crack in the exhaust manifold on my civic and that it was going to be expensive to replace.
I plan on moving to grad school within a month, and am trying to fix all major problems with my car before i get so busy i wont have time. Cracked manifold functions the main function of the manifold is to supply the engine cylinders with the right combination of gas and air to keep it running as smoothly as possible. May 03, 2015 2002 honda civic lx exhaust manifold cracked. How to fix a leak in an exhaust manifold it still runs. I went to honda dealer last week for regular service. Bosal has a vast selection of all necessary accessories and hardware to help you make the exhaust system installation or repair job quickly and easily. The stock exhaust manifold in a honda civic is designed to last for the life of your car. The exhaust manifold on an lx is not cast iron as is popular belief over here. Cracked 19962000 honda civic manifoldcatalytic converter. If you have never used a welding torch or soldering iron before, do not attempt to make this repair yourself. Skip the repair shop, our toprated mechanics come to you. This would consist of removing all necessary parts and somehow sealing the crack.
Apr 02, 2003 just got my car back from the garage got my brakes changed, and the check engine light was on so they pluged it into the computer and the code they got was an exhaust problem, turns out the manifold is cracked. My mechanic told me i cant weld it because its cast iron but i was wondering if i could use a product like mighty putty that ive seen in infomercials. I have a 99 civic lx with a cracked exhaust manifold right next to the oxygen sensor, which i understand is very common, and has been written about a zillion times on every civic forum ive found. Can i patch a crack in a cast iron exhaust manifold. The 2001 honda civic has 40 problems reported for exhaust manifold cracked.