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>>I have a '93 Civic that overheated yesterday -snip-
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>Jack,
>If it overheats at a stop, then your fan is most >likley the problem.
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>If it overheats while driving, then you probally have a bad head gasket. That is common on these cars.
Indeed, the fluid level was low. And for now the overheating has been okay. I've since read of many problems with head gaskets, as you mentioned, on '92-'95 Civics. Since my fluid had gotten so low, I fear it still could be a slow leak in the gasket. Even if not, sounds like I'll eventually have it. If and when, is doing a head gasket do-able for a novice? I called and got an $1,100 estimate! I found a couple websites explaining it for different cars, and while not rocket science, it sounds potentially problematic (timing belt and torquing issues). I've ordered a service manual (not sure if made by Honda, though - is that an issue?). Thanks again for your great help! Oh yeah, and the fan did come on now, though I'm still stumped as to why it wasn't on when the car was literally steaming the other day.
AnswerJack,
It all depends on your knowledge on car. If you have some expierence with car repair, you may be able to tackle the job. Keep in mind that it is not a very easy job. You do need some tools and setting the cam timing is very important. If you do not set that correctly. you can really cause engine damage.
As far as the manual goes, I would reccomend a Honda manual. Other manuals do not tell you all you need to know, and often generalize for several cars.
Good luck,
Gene
