I'm so afraid of my car dying while driving, because of all the misfires I've been receiving from my crappy 2000 Honda Civic DX. I swear I get a heart attack everytime I drive the thing. I just wanted to know if it's possible.
2006-06-13 12:49:42 · 13 answers · asked by roxylee11782 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I bought the car used. shame on me for not doing my research before hand.
Unfortunately the previous owner SUCKED at taking car of it. *sniff*sniff*
2006-06-13 13:10:56 · update #1
yes it's possible and it does happen. Some things you can and should do if you suspect your car might die are:
1. drive in the right hand lane whenever feasible and keep in the back of your mind to always have an "escape route" to get out of traffic if something happens.
2. Get a cell phone and store the number of a tow company or a friend you trust to help you out... along with motorist assist/ hwy patrol etc.
3. Keep some good walking shoes, a flashlight and a jacket in your care. It will probably be at night when it happens - while it's raining and you'll may have to walk.
4. Be careful of who stops to help if you do get stranded. better to keep your windows up and doors locked until motorist assist or hwy patrol can arrive.
Whatever you do - be careful. don't let a little thing turn into something much worse!
2006-06-13 12:58:47 · answer #1 · answered by Saturday Morning 3 · 7⤊ 0⤋
Wait a minute? You are already having problems with your 2000 Honda?! It's a Honda, you hottie! Honda's don't go out unless they are not taken care of. But anyway, seems to be too late for that speech now. So it misfires as you drive? is it fairly constant or only at start ups and shut downs? If it pops out the exhaust while running then I'm gonna guess your spark plug CABLES are crossed and/or your timing is off. Let me know what it was if you get it taken care of k?
2006-06-13 13:05:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It happened to me on the interstate with a full load of **** headed to school, in a 10-yr-old Pontiac. A 6-yr honda shouldn't die on you unless it's been trashed & abused. If it's backfiring, have the exhaust and fuel systems inspected.
If your car "dies" on a road, and you are travelling fast, DO NOT BRAKE until your car is completely inside a shoulder or emergency lane. Try to put your hazard lights on as soon as possible so people realise you have a problem & cut you some slack.
If you are on a highway/municipal road, try to find a grass shoulder or business area to pull into. If none available, maneuver the car into either the turn lane, or the right-most lane. If you can't stop in the turn-lane, be prepared to push your car into a parking spot or somewhere out of the way of traffic.
2006-06-13 13:23:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Honda tech friend told me allot of people put in crappy aftermarket plugs in the Civics. It only caused misfires and check engine lights to come on. I'd do a complete tune up, and put new factory plugs in.
2006-06-13 13:37:17 · answer #4 · answered by Bigfoot 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As previously stated - a tune-up will probably help and may cure your problem
Also check your catalytic converter (it's on the exhaust pipe, up near the engine). You can GENTLY tap on it with a rubber mallet or the handle of a hammer or big screwdriver, if you hear anything rattling around in there, get it replaced ASAP. They can get blocked up and cause many issues with the engine (backfiring, sputtering, stalling, etc.)
Replace your Oxygen sensor too, if you haven't already
2006-06-13 17:14:22 · answer #5 · answered by Dodge4x4 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, this isn't going to help you.
I had a mitsubishi mighty max pickup truck. it would just DIE on
the highway (only at high speeds) and I'd have to pull off onto
the shoulder and wait for the engine to cool.
Then the damn thing would start up and act like nothing happened.
wierd.
and forget what that chick said about the starter. IT"S NOT THE STARTER YOU FOOL!!!!
tom
2006-06-13 12:54:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes i have had that problem before, so now i carry a cell phone plus its a good thing to have AAA plus any problems i have even running out of gas they send a tow truck with a couple gallons of gas enough to get me to the nearest gas station....
2006-06-13 12:58:48 · answer #7 · answered by Tim H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
youre car has many sensors that control performance.example fireing order injector dwell time and order. that could cause this problem egr valve vacume leaks could cause a rough idle when sitting at red lights etc i would suggest taking it to a mechanic with a good reputation and having it repaired good luck
2006-06-13 13:03:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
honestly, I seriously suggest you take it hnd have a tune up. If you can afford it take it to a honda dealer, and tell them your problems.More than likely you just need a tune up, and filters changed. (air, fuel, oil) hope that helps.
2006-06-13 13:19:54 · answer #9 · answered by Nevin 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as you regularly check oil and radiator fluid levels and of course fuel you should not worry.
also always check your battery .
2006-06-13 12:54:24 · answer #10 · answered by shogunly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋