Originally Posted by Mike 98 Accord
I just bought a used 1998 Accord EX with an F23A1 engine. It has 93,000 miles and probably needs a new timing belt. If that belt breaks, will that engine be ruined?
The closest Honda dealer is 90 miles away. I will need the radio code if my local mechanic replaces the belt. The manual says to contact the closest dealer, but they will not reply to my emails for help? Anyone know how toget the code?
All you have to do is call your damn dealer for the code dude...why are you bothering to email? I BS'd my way into getting mine. Worst case scenario, you'll have to take the head unit out to get the serial number on it. They can usually look it up by VIN number. Best way to do it is to call the dealer that the car was bought from.
I replaced my belt at 125k...just check it youself and make sure there're no cracks or anything on it. Mine looked and felt brand new when I took it out.