How to change HeadGasket 1.5L Turbo 2018 Honda Accord Part 1
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- čas přidán 13. 03. 2023
- In this video we got a 2018 Honda Accord with 1.5L Turbo. That loses coolant on daily basis and occasionally over heats when coolant gets too low. The car runs and drives perfectly fine but sometimes it won’t start after it cools off from a long trip. I will show you step by step how to replace the head gasket on that car. Make sure to watch part 1 and part 2 of the video
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My son’s 2018 Honda accord 1.5l turbo just did this at 82,000 miles. The five yr. warranty had expired as well. Took it to the dealership they estimated a 4000-6000 cost to repair it. I say all that to say this, thank you for the videos (parts 1&2) on this issue with this engine! Because of your videos and instructions within them gave me enough confidence to repair it myself at home. Keep in mind all I ever done is oil changes and break jobs on my vehicles, so I considered myself unable to fix this car on my own. This channel is definitely a blessing and saved me and my family 1000’s of dollars so I can’t thank you enough! I’ve liked and subscribed without hesitation to your channel and its videos, what you teach and put out is value filled and helps families like mine! Blessings from our Lord Jesus to you and your family!
That was the main reason I’ve created this channel to help the average person do their own repair and save $$. I’m glad I can help. Thank you for the kind words and your feed back. God bless you and your family. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Same!! Thanks brother!
@@waybach 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Yes same happened to my daughter car
You should get him something nice like a gift for his garage. A nice comfortable boots to work in or a power tool or battery replacement since those degrade. A JBL Flip 5 audio bluetooth speaker.
If anyone watching this is going to DIY, make sure you have plenty of zip lock bags. Label the bags and put the corresponding nuts and bolts in the bag. For example, label a bag intake bolts, and put all the bolts for the intake in that bag. This will help tremendously on re-assembly.
Words to live by
And take a lot of pictures. I have a small dry erase board I write step numbers on (1, 2, 3,... 235, 236, etc) and go in reverse order when re-assembling.
@@Xopher30💯💯💯
This needs to be a class action lawsuit. This is a shame for a car not to reach 100k miles without pre mature head gasket failure..
Foreal they obviously did this on purpose to make more $$ , it’s messed up my brother just went to the dealer ship and they want to charge him 5 grand … like na bro.. I told him I’d do it . Seems like a lot of work to just take the shit out.. I’ve worked on some of the worst engines ever made and honestly this might just top the bar for the hardest engine to fix just look at all the shit you gotta take out. What type of Japanese bullshit is this .. I miss the old 99 Honda civics 🤣🤣
Amazing walkthrough! But that's an insane amount of work for a non-professional. Thanks for the video!
My 2018 Honda Accord 1.5 turbo is way over 125,000 miles and I've had no issues at all! Well i try to make sure that I change my oil ( Honda synthetic or Mobil 1) on the recommended 5,000 miles or even less and get only 93 octane gasoline plus I try not to abuse the car and I drove it normally as much as possible. The only issues I've had were my brakes.
Cool!
Unfortunately, changing the oil has little to do with the head gasket blown
@@rcole3838 Can you tell me what is the reason behind why the head gaskets are blown. I am not a mechanic I just wanted to share about my 2018 Honda Accord reaching more than 125K miles w/o any issues.
@@winchellsit’s a combination of things. The stock boost pressure on these cars is high, 16.5psi on the civic and more for the accord
the stock head bolts on the 1.5t cars are made from poor quality metal that stretches over time (causing the head to lift) and they are thin to begin with. People have also said that the torque on the head bolts is not always uniform from the factory (causing uneven clamping force)
Honda added passages between the cylinders on the block that allows coolant to flow. Ford tried this sort of design and had the same issues with the head gaskets a few years back
The stock turbo on the 1.5t cars spools very quickly, leading to more torque down low (getting the car off the line faster) but also increasing the strain on the head bolts
I upgraded to ARP head studs on my 18 civic for peace of mind. If you don’t drive your car hard and is mostly highway driving you may not have much issue, but if there is a lot of city driving or you abuse it regularly it’s more likely to happen
Also use the highest quality gas you can, detonation from using 87 is not your friend
@@Bfg-yi2id Thanks for the technical explanation! Yes you are right, normal usage of the car without any abuse coupled with proper maintenance will surely be fine!🙂
This is a great video. You have added another level of detail. Thanks for sharing this.
I just had my head gasket blow in my 2018 honda accord and of course the warranty company is refusing to cover it. This video is so in depth and easy to understand im tempted to do the work myself now!!! Keep up the amazing content!
Great Video! Daughters 2018 Accord Dash looks like a christmas tree. dealer said head gasket and fuel injectors. $5800.00 . keep up the good work.... ill be watching..
I have the same car and if my car ever blows its gasket i know for sure that i can work on it because of you thank you so much man the wolrd needs more mechanics like you man much respect ❤
2017 crv with 102k blew the head gasket. Dealership quoted 7500, the engine bays between these 2 vary but your direction especially with the timing components helped alot, thank you.
Thanks for the video.
Hello very good info I've got 1liter turbo I love my car going to try to renew my bet thank going to take photos how to put it back to geater you've saved me a lot of money and how you explane everthing😊
Hello i believe the problem with this engine is the fuel being added. The 1.5 turbo is a 10:1 compression engine and quite high for a turbo engine. There for 87 octane fuel is too low and with the high compression created detonation. The head gasket has a coolant passage between between the cylinder wall so thats the weak point. With the combination of detonation and the design of the head gasket creates this failure. My advise is to use 91 or higher octane on these engine for proper combustion.
It's actually pretty wild they suggest 87 is ok in the manual.
Compression is not the issue , people are using theses engines as high performance and running them hard and not maintaining them ,any turbo engine is under pressure. And needs top quality fuel and not regular 87 and high quality synthetic oil ! Anyway these engines were designed for fuel economy And regular driving
Do you think using 89 would help compares to just 87. I'm a student so it would really suck to have to put 91 especially when the gas prices increase.
@@dennisd1778all of you have the wrong idea, it’s actually a lot simpler. Honda made really weak headstuds for this motor. The turbo pressure is enough to make the frail headstuds stretch and the head actually lifts off of the engine a few mm. This is enough to allow coolant past the gasket and for it to unseal and fail. Preventative measures for people building this engine like me: ARP headstuds. On a stock car it should be fine with stock studs but Honda failed on these ones. My car runs 28psi of boost (stock is 19psi on the civic si I believe) and have had no issue for 40k miles
Super 🤞 thank you for your time and efforts
Thank you
Having the same issue with my 2017 Honda CRV touring with 60,000 miles. Losing about a quart of coolant every 5/6 weeks and having throttlebody issues that the dealership could not figure out. Loved the car but it had to go.
Sounds like the early 90s Ford Tauruses, with their blown head gaskets
Great video I haven’t had a problem with mine it’s at 200K but if I do will definitely be using your video as a reference . I think all they had to do was design the block with a closed deck and bigger head bolts and it would have been a bulletproof engine and they should have seeing as it’s a small displacement turbo engine but they wanted to save a small amount of weight and money instead I guess .
Thank you for this great tutorial. I watched both parts with great interest.
I have the following question: is it possible to remove the timing cover after you removed the valve cover, i.e. a post accident the car has a broken engine mount on the passenger side as well as pointy mount on the timing cover. I was hoping to remove and replace the timing cover without doing the entire head gasket procedure.
Hello just need info please what size drill bit did you use to lock cam togeter thank if you no brill to watch
I have 2 vehicles with this engine. A 2107 CRV and 2020 Civic. After watching this video and hearing what the cost to repair it, i am going to do it myself . Don't look too hard . i will probably replace the bolts with ARP studs while i am in there .
Very good video. have a 2020 Accord exl 1.5 with 42k miles.. I bought the extended warranty due to this turbo engine being fairly new on the Accord. I assume head gaskets are covered by warranty? Hoping to keep this vehicle for at least 5 more years. Thx.
Is this process the same for the 2018 2.0T engine?
This repair can be for the 2.0 L as well I just realized I have a head gasket issue with my Honda as well
Thanks for the video!!
Surprised that we are seeing failures on these 1.5T Honda engines!!
Thanks for watching! Yea. I really thought those engines were a lot more reliable but have seen 3 now with major failures. Like misfire with low compression.
Got a 2018 1.5 liter head gasket got a pinhole in it. Right at or a little over 90,000 miles.
Thought they supposed to be bulletproof
New day and age 🤦🏻♂️
@@justinvidrine2857 🤦♂️
Agree! I was shocked when I figured it out. The cvt transmission is another weakness I change the oil every 40k.
@@swright4000 the cvt transmission is the least of your problems same as the oil dilution people complained about. Even the turbo in the 1.5t is fairly reliable. The 1.5t has a design flaw mainly the head bolts being too weak to handle it causing it to lift. Honda saying 87 octane is fine is part of the issue. The 1.5t can be reliable but it cannot be driven hard like at all. I wouldn’t drive this fast ever to be honest. and it needs 91 octane. To me that is a design flaw
Is this the same process for the civic 1.5 turbo?
What is the purpose of those notches between cylinders except to cause problems? Are there different special types of head gaskets to prevent leaks between cylinders
Yes cometic gasket and arp head bolts will solve it for good
My 2020 accord 1.5t has 121k miles. Yesterday I noticed all the coolant was gone in the coolant reserve bottle. Other than that the radiator is still full to the top when I took the cap off. Iv noticed zero issues with the engines performance yet. But I sure hope that's not a sign of the head gasket starting to go. My car has been maintained perfectly and 95% of those miles are highway driving. I drive 140 miles a day to my job all interstate
Update??
It's definitely the head gasket issue! Please file a claim with Honda USA
This engine could have been better maintained. All that varnish in the engine usually means that oil changes aren't done as frequently as they should be. If you change the oil regularly and on time, the engine will be spotless on the inside, even if you use conventional oil.
Then you don't tear down many 1.5l turbo Honda engines. Designed to fail.
@@flyingjeff1956 all engines are
@@flyingjeff1956i have a 2018 honda accord 1.5 at 130k miles haven’t blown the head gasket runs great still.
@@JOSHUAGALVANNso far. Give it 10k miles. Its not the maintenance, its the inherent design flaw. Same issue as the 1.5 ecoboost by Ford. Both have a groove inlet between the cylinder walls which allow coolant intrusion.
Any one know cam holder torque spec on these engine?
Where did you buy the gasket from
About to attempt this tomorrow. Do you have a recommendation for a good digital torque wrench
For the occasional use I would get a harbor freight Icon. Don’t go with the cheapest ones out there.
I use SnapOn products but it’s really expensive to buy it just for this job. He might be right 👆🏻👆🏻
I'm not sure why you need a digital torque wrench. You can get a CDI torque wrench which I believe is made by Snap On but at a better price. Not cheap but very high quality torque wrench. If you don't want to spend tool truck prices (snap on, matco, mac, etc...) any common brand should get the job done. Also, you'll probably need various size torque wrenches.
@@MrSupernova111 you definitely don’t need anything expensive or fancy as long as it does the job accurate but I like to use high quality tools since I use them on daily basis
@@a2zautomasters862 . I was replying to the original comment. I realize people who use tools daily need the highest quality. The rest of us aren't in that category.
Would this be the same for a manual transmission honda?
yes, same engine different transmission, assuming you have the 1.5t
2019 accord head gasket cracked or blown at 50k miles
Ways to avoid head gasket issues, run 93 octane, DO NOT LUG THE ENGINE(ie floor it at low rpm), LSPI blows head gaskets on these engines like nothing. Avoid LSPI by not flooring it in the 2,500-3,200 rpm.
What is LSPI?
@@luismarty1685 low speed pre ignition. It can destroy an engine quick.
@@rolandotillit2867 thank you
so you should not floor the car when you are at low rpm in high gear but rather downshift, or you should avoid flooring when you are between 2.500-3.200 altogether irrespective of gear? (although the 2nd option does not make much sense to me). What about when driving upwards on a hill?
@@razvanaxinie4495 Not flooring it in the danger zone is best for longevity. You spend less time in the danger zone in lower gears because you go through the RPM faster. In a higher gear, you spend more time in the danger zone because RPM builds slower. You want to avoid flooring it in the danger zone if you want the turbo engine to last.
I’m stuck at trying to get the injector connectors off. Any advice?
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Mine misfires at random on different numbers and then other times its fine. Is that also symptoms of a blown head gasket
More likely clogged fuel injectors. Try Lucas fuel treatment and report back.
Head gasket!!! Please file a claim with Honda USA and report to the Attorney General
i have one with a bad head gasket. 2018 Accord!
it idles rough but seems to run fine at speed. it drinks about 1/2 cup of antifreeze a week.
Yup. That’s definitely a head gasket
I would of expected alot better engine from Honda
I can't believe Honda dealers charging $3800 for replacing $100 part it's insane. I have 1.5 Accord I don't have a issue with it yet but if I do I know what to do now thanks!!!
Please file a claim with Honda USA and report to the Attorney General. So we can get a recall
Hello, did you get the head resurfaced?
No. It did over heat couple of times for only few minutes and the head look good so I didn’t see the need for a machine shop
Is there a redesigned head gasket for these cars
Not that I’m aware of.
There is. Check with your local honda dealer. Part number should end in A001 not A000
@@brewyawn3394full part number?
How much is the price for this work
i am glad i didn't buy Accord with 1.5L Turbo engine. i heard blown head gasket is common problem.
I just had my head gasket blow sunday on my 2018 honda accord. Quoted me $6k for a new motor since coolant leaked. Im calling corporate today to see if i can file a claim since looking at the comments i am not the only one with this issue
Any update about a claim? I just had this issue happen to me, Dealer quoted me 4k to replace head gasket at 105000 miles. It’s unbelievable how quick this car is having these type of problems with normal wear and tear…
@axelr8219 No luck since my car is out of warrenty and not a recall best corporate could do is file a complaint for me...more people need to call it in at this point
Sucks to think I live paycheck to paycheck and this type of repair would bring me to my knees 5,000$? Jeez
Yea a job like that range 4-6k everywhere. I usually do it for about 3k to help fellow youtube followers.
Insane! Honda is not what it used to be.
Avoid the turbo. I will stick to my normal engine. $5,000 will buy a lot of gas for my V6.
@a2zautomasters862 are you in Texas?
Took my car for the job you’re doing on the video. Can you believe after a month, I got a check engine light. And got an p0302 code. Took it back to the shop where I had the job done. Can you believe the owner of the shop refused to look at my car? It got so bad that he called the cops on me and had me trespassed. Also he had my car for almost two months. 60 plus miles was added on to my car. Now is that normal?
Wow. That sounds like a very bad business. That’s a misfire Cyl 2 code. Might be just an ignition coil or as bad as bad head gasket job
There are two sides to every story
EVERYONE HERE WITH THIS ISSUE SHOULD FILE A CLAIM WITH HONDA USA SO WE CAN GET A RECALL!!!! AND REPORT TO THE ATTORNEYS GENERAL
This happened to my daughter car, Honda should. Pay for these they want 3500 just to fix
Please file a claim with Honda USA and report to the Attorney General. So we can get a recall
I never worked on a major job before , this to me is like another language, i wish i was more mechanical enclined . To me it looks like u have to remove the entire top of everything over the engine , rite ?
Please file a claim with Honda USA and report to the Attorney General
Bro I followed your instructions step by step and was able to remove head but WHERE ARE THR INSTRUCTIONS TO PUT EVERYTHING BACK TOGETHER?!
Part 2
Please file a claim with Honda USA and report to the Attorney General
Why is everyone using high test gas. Is that what honda calls for. If so thats very expensive. I will pass on buying a turbo.
This shows that all carmakers do not make vehicles like they use to
These Honda earth dreams engines are turning into a nightmare for owners
Wouldn’t it have been an overall easier job just to pull the motor? Yes, motor mounts, transmission would need disconnecting. The space available underneath the hood for such a pitifully small motor is nearly nonexistent.
Thank fk I did some research before I got a 1.5 turbo. No thank you.
Well damn. That’s why Honda is charging $4000+
I will just keep my V6 forever. $4,000 buys a lot of gas. No turbo for me.
I can buy a engine for less 😂
Please file a claim with Honda USA and report to the Attorney General. So we can get a recall
Never had an issue with it, it has 130K miles and NOW AT 130K miles head gasket blown it still stuck in my drive way since they wanna charge me 3k for that 😤😢
This is why you don't buy turbos.
honda gotta do better
2018. Head gasket already? So much for 'Honda reliability'...
The 1.5T is the problem. Small engine, too much power.
Meanwhile, 1.6 l toyota Corolla GR is 300 hp@@fireemblemaddict128
@@mitchhedberg4415 dude, Toyota's 1.6L turbo is designed for high performance usage from the get go, Honda's 1.5L turbo is just a hoped up and overworked Honda Fit engine.
Shame on Honda for replacing the K series 2.4 with this jacked up lawnmower engine. The Accord is too heavy for this 1.5 so drivers are demanding too much from the motor and Honda skimped on the head gasket and head bolts.
The whole engine is on the weak side, nothing overbuilt.
@@mitchhedberg4415 the 1.5T is basically an overworked Honda Fit engine
yeah, im just taking that L and going to the mechanic... not doing this on my own
I don’t see any effectiveness of these grove to begin with that required them to integrated in the design of this engine other than a future intended failure point to generate repair and service revenue for Honda, shame on them. If they wanted a cooler combustion burning, either lower the boost or add fuel and forget about the EPA numbers. Crazy such a nice engineering masterpiece ruined with this nonsense.
Today you pay for brand not for reliability
Where's the car covers? Sloppy work. Definitely will scratch up
My 2020 accord 1.5t has 121k miles. Yesterday I noticed all the coolant was gone in the coolant reserve bottle. Other than that the radiator is still full to the top when I took the cap off. Iv noticed zero issues with the engines performance yet. But I sure hope that's not a sign of the head gasket starting to go. My car has been maintained perfectly and 95% of those miles are highway driving. I drive 140 miles a day to my job all interstate
Update?
Please file a claim with Honda USA and report to the Attorney General. So we can get a recall
@@RemingtonScarborough no issues. I filled the reserve bottle halfway full and the level hasn't changed in the last 15000 miles. Still no issues relating to head gasket. Idk perhaps the bottle was low from the factory