4th Gen Accord

1990-1993 Accord FAQ's


Production	1990–1993
Body style	2-door coupe 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon
Engine	2.2L L4 SOHC PFI 16V F22A
Engine Oil	4.0 qts 10w30 recommend (depending on geographical location and weather)
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Automatic Transmission	2.5 qts
Manual Transmission	2.0 qts
Wheelbase	107.1in
Length	185.2in
Width	67.1in
Height	54.1in (coupe) 54.1in (sedan)
Fuel capacity	17 US gallons
Wheel Bolt Pattern	4 on 114.3(4.5 in) for DX & EX, 4 on 100 for LX
Stock Tire Size	195/60/R15 (EX) 185/70/R14 (DX/LX)
Coolant	2 gal. (1 gal Coolant, 1 gal Water)

Firing Order

Firing order is 1-3-4-2 and spark plug order in motor is as shown from left to right 4-3-2-1 To tell where # 1 is on the cap, there is a little mark on the cap right at the #1 "port" that is where the #1 wire goes (Shown in the pic with the black dot) and the order goes arond clock wise from there.

The wires go from longest (#1) to shortest (#4) unless you get some after market crap that is all the same length.

It is HIGHLY suggested that you use NGK brand plugs and wires as they are specially designed for Honda and other Japanese vehicles.

NEVER USE BOSCH PLUGS IN A JAPANESE VEHICLE you will regret it. they are NOT made for Japanese cars.

Light Bulb Info

(Special thanks to Erik from MyCB7.com for this info.)	(This is the stock bulb numbers. After market numbers may vary.)
Head Lights	High Beam - 9005 Low Beam - 9006
Front Lights	Corner Lights - 194 Bumper Lights - 67
Rear Lights	Brake/Tail Lights - 1157 "Third Brake" light - 1156 Turn Signals - 1156 Reverse Lights - 1156 Tag Light - 168
Interior Lights	Instrument Cluster - 194,74,168 Dome Light - DE3022 Door Panel light - DE3423 Ash Tray - 74 Automatic Shift Plate - 74 Glove Box - DE3021 Trunk/Cargo - DE3021

Here are the weights (in pounds) of ALL 4th gen Accord coupe/sedan with AT/MT
(Special thanks to sACCLUDEd from CB7Tuner.com

1990 Honda Accord DX CPE MT 2738 1990 Honda Accord DX sedan MT 2733 1990 Honda Accord EX CPE MT 2888 1990 Honda Accord EX sedan MT 2923 1990 Honda Accord LX CPE MT 2822 1990 Honda Accord LX sedan MT 2857	1991 Honda Accord DX CPE MT 2738 1991 Honda Accord DX sedan MT 2773 1991 Honda Accord EX CPE MT 2888 1991 Honda Accord EX sedan MT 2923 1991 Honda Accord LX CPE MT 2822 1991 Honda Accord LX sedan MT 2857 1991 Honda Accord SE sedan MT 3053

1992 Honda Accord DX CPE MT 2738 1992 Honda Accord DX CPE AT 2804 1992 Honda Accord DX sedan MT 2773 1992 Honda Accord DX sedan AT 2844 1992 Honda Accord EX CPE MT 2888 1992 Honda Accord EX CPE AT 2954 1992 Honda Accord EX sedan MT 2923 1992 Honda Accord EX sedan AT 2989 1992 Honda Accord LX CPE MT 2822 1992 Honda Accord LX CPE AT 2888 1992 Honda Accord LX sedan MT 2857 1992 Honda Accord LX sedan AT 2923	1993 Honda Accord DX CPE MT 2734 1993 Honda Accord DX CPE AT 2800 1993 Honda Accord DX sedan MT 2769 1993 Honda Accord DX sedan AT 2835 1993 Honda Accord EX CPE MT 2948 1993 Honda Accord EX CPE AT 3014 1993 Honda Accord EX sedan MT 2987 1993 Honda Accord EX sedan AT 3053 1993 Honda Accord LX CPE MT 2822 1993 Honda Accord LX CPE AT 2888 1993 Honda Accord LX sedan MT 2866 1993 Honda Accord LX sedan AT 2932 1993 Honda Accord SE CPE AT 3014

1990 Honda Accord
A stem-to-stern redesign for 1990 effectively moved Accord from compact to mid size status. Four-door sedans and two-door coupes returned, but not the sloped-roof two-door hatchback coupes. Wheelbase added 4.7 inches (to 107.1 inches), while overall length stretched an extra 5.1 inches (to 184.8). Styling was evolutionary, so tailored body lines and a glassy superstructure continued. The main change was at the front, where exposed headlights replaced hidden flip-up lamps.
Also continued were front-wheel drive and a transversely mounted four-cylinder engine, but the familiar 2.0 power plant was replaced by a new-design 2.2-liter unit, still with single overhead camshaft and offered in two versions, but this time with multi point fuel injection for both. Horsepower was 125 for the base DX and mainstream LX models, 130 for the top-line EX coupe and sedan (replacing LXi). Transmissions were also new: a five-speed manual and optional four-speed automatic.
The automatic now featured electronic shift control and two shift modes: Normal and Sport. Sport improved acceleration by delaying up shifts to higher rpm than in Normal mode. Despite the larger engines and weight gains of over 200 pounds, Accord's thrifty EPA-rated fuel economy was little changed. As before, all Honda Accords were equipped in front with manual lap belts and motorized shoulder belts, the latter to meet a federal requirement for "passive" occupant restraints.
Most 1990 Honda Accord sedans and all coupes sold in the U.S. were sourced from Honda's Ohio plant. Honda said American-built Accords were over 70 percent domestic by content, including labor, a point made to answer criticism that rising demand for all Japanese cars (not just Honda's) was costing jobs in the American auto industry. Per Honda policy, the Accord offered no factory options, the various models being priced separately according to transmission (manual or automatic) and equipment level. This practice would continue into the future.
Consumer Guide had named the Accord a Best Buy on many occasions, and did so again for 1990. After praising the new models on many counts, the editors concluded: "[T]he new Accord's spacious interior, greater refinement, solid construction, improved dynamic qualities and impressive overall quality make it a fine choice, whether you consider it a large compact car or a small mid size."

1991 Honda Accord
The addition of four-door wagons and a premium SE (Special Edition) sedan helped the 1991 Honda Accord nail the number-one spot in U.S. retail car sales for the calendar year. The wagon, designed in the U.S. by Honda's R&D branch, was offered in LX and EX trim and was sourced exclusively form Honda's Ohio factory. It wore specific rear-end styling with a single-piece lift gate. The SE mirrored like-named predecessors in having standard leather upholstery, but was also the first Accord to include four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock control, an important plus for active safety. It also boasted 140 horsepower, 10 more than EX models. Previous SE Accords had been issued in the final year of a design generation as a sort of farewell gesture, but that wasn't the case here.

1992 Honda Accord
The SE sedan was dropped from the 1992 Honda Accord lineup, but that year's EX sedan, coupe and wagon inherited its 140-horsepower engine and standard anti-lock brakes with rear discs instead of drum brakes. ABS remained unavailable for other models, but a driver-side airbag became standard for all 1992 Accords.
With the American market becoming ever more affluent, Honda became the first import brand to offer a separate luxury line, launching the Acura nameplate in 1988. The 1992 Acura Vigor was basically a stretched Accord with slightly different styling, a five-cylinder inline engine, and upscale trim and features. Sized and price between Acura's flagship Legend models and entry-level Integras, the Vigor aimed to answer to the well-received V6 Lexus ES 300 at Toyota's luxury division. The Vigor proved a much tougher sell, however, though it would lead to more-popular midrange Acuras.

1993 Honda Accord
The SE sedan returned as the top-line 1993 Honda Accord, and there was a new SE coupe. Both included unique alloy wheels, leather upholstery, and premium Bose audio system, but the sedan was the only '93 Accord equipped with a passenger-side airbag. Consumers had shown a marked preference for airbags over motorized shoulder belts, and twin inflatable restraints would soon be universal. Accord had taken some knocks for not having an available V6 engine like most other midsize cars. Even so, Consumer Guide said Honda's mainstay seller still "shines for high refinement and good performance even with the four-cylinder engine, plus fine ride, sensible controls, an airy low-cowl cabin with terrific all-round visibility, and standard [driver's] airbag."

Honda Accord Reliability
Audio system (1990, 1991, 1992, 1993): The CD changer in the trunk, a dealer installed option, may not eject; CD magazines will be exchanged for redesigned units.
Automatic transmission (1990, 1991, 1992, 1993): Cars with high mileage may begin to shift more harshly; this may be corrected by adding a bottle of Lube guard conditioner to the automatic transmission fluid.
Brakes (1993): The parking brake may not fully release because a rivet on the brake rod is too tight.
Engine noise (1990, 1991, 1992, 1993): A squealing noise from under the hood is likely to be caused by a worn alternator bearing; it may have failed because the belt tension was too great.
Steering noise (1990, 1991, 1992, 1993): If there is a squeak or squeal in the steering, especially when making a slow, tight turn, look for a label on the power steering reservoir that says PSF-V additive was added. If the noise is still present after additive was installed, the right-side end seal on the steering rack will have to be replaced.

Honda Accord Safety Recalls
1990, 1991: Front seatbelt release buttons can break and pieces can fall inside.

1991 wagons: Improperly attached washer in cargo area light may have fallen inside during assembly; if tailgate is open and switch is in its middle position, washer can cause short circuit that causes switch to overheat, resulting in fire.

1991, 1992, 1993 wagons: Rear outboard seat belts may lock-up at angles other than those required by federal standard; this could increase risk of injury in a sudden stop or accident.

1992: Left seatbelt assemblies on a few cars were installed on the right side; as a result, the belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor, making it unusable.

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