Hi guys,
I purchased a DC5R a few weeks ago from a private seller, the car was running ok for about a week and then the check engine light appeared.
Error 57 P0341.
Took it to a honda dealership, their diagnosis was stretched timing chain, VTC actuator, oil strainers clogged, engine flushing, and a few other things. Quote $3300 to fix.
Here's a video, the engine definitely sounds like something is a miss, i'm presuming most of the rattle is caused by the loose timing chain.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90KKuxMIxG4
Car was serviced every 10k (Stamped). There was a period of 20k where there was no record but the owner stated he performed the service during that time.
My questions are:
-Does honda's diagnosis seem correct? Is $3300 a reasonable amount to pay or are they attempting to guess the problem?
-Does the video sound like a loose timing belt or can you identify a more serious issue?
Thanks guys, any help is much appreciated.
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