Just bought a 2001 Civic LX 4dr with 91600 miles today. Pretty pleased; I got a really good deal ($6000). The car appears to be in immaculate condition with nothing but a few minor scratches. I never thought I'd end up driving a Civic, but my impression has completely changed since driving this car.

I noticed that when the engine picks up at low speeds, there's a high pitched whistling noise. It sounds a lot like a turbo, but I'm sure its not. Has anyone else heard this noise?

Thanks,
~Stephen

 

belts mabey..

welcome!

 

hmmm.

if your car has 90,000 miles and you hear a whining noise, you may want to check if the original owner had the timing belt changed.

you don't want to take a chance with timing belts on any honda.

 

sounds about right... thanks!

 

Or maybe an aftermarket air filter? they tend to make a whoosing sound on low rpms.

 

usually when honda motors get to 100,000 miles, then you should do a full tune up no the car. check around the engine bay to see if anything is loose or needs changed.

welcome to hcf

 

The air filter is stock (though it probably needs replacing as well).

A local mechanic will replace the timing belt for $275. That seems like a bit much; according to Froogle, I can get a belt for as cheap as $12.08. What should I expect a mechanic to charge? Is the belt something a rather inexperienced person such as myself should attempt to change?

Thanks...
~Stephen