Car lost power and then shut off while driving

RIDINGSKAREN

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2007 HONDA ACCORD
2.4L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
289,475 MILES

My car was ready for oil change hadn't ran it about 167 miles was driving and when I would give it gasit was making a faint sound.I noticed it. Drove it about 30 miles down the road and went to give it gas and it a made 2 ticking sounds and cut off. Heres a video of what it sounds like when trying to crank.

Sunday, May 30th, 2021 AT 6:42 PM

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DANNY L

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Hello, I'm Danny.

Your video didn't load. Can you try to upload it again here? We will be happy to get back to you once we receive it and take a listen. Also, As a result is the check engine light on? Thanks for using 2CarPros.

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Monday, May 31st, 2021 AT 1:57 AM

RIDINGSKAREN

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Yes, my check engine light would come off and on frequently. And sometimes it would stay off. It was due for an oil change.I spoke with another mechanic and sent him the video and some pictures and his result was that I needed a new head, timing chain, and tensioner and guides.

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Monday, May 31st, 2021 AT 11:16 PM

RIDINGSKAREN

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Also I was told the cam and lobes were bad.

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Monday, May 31st, 2021 AT 11:19 PM

DANNY L

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Hello again.

Sorry to hear this. Having 290,000 miles is still pretty impressive for an engine to have major work done. Did you heave the check engine light diagnostic codes retrieved? We would be curious to know what they are. You say the car was needing an oil change and this noise started happening so if I was to guess it could be possibly with that high of a mileage the oil pump could be weak or failing and not be providing proper oil pressure providing lubrication throughout the the engine causing the camshaft and camshaft lobes to wear due to oil starvation. If you want we would be happy to provide how-to steps on how to repair this yourself. With the pictures you've provided it looks like someone has already started the teardown and inspection process. Keep us updated or let us know if you have any further questions on this issue. Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.

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Tuesday, June 1st, 2021 AT 7:46 AM

RIDINGSKAREN

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Yes, I took the valve cover off to see if it had jumped timing, also to see if the rocker arms were loose, and to see if valves were bent. If you could provide me with the how to fix it myself I would greatly appreciate that. I am a single mom and these things get kind of expensive you know. Thank you for all your help.

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Tuesday, June 1st, 2021 AT 9:15 PM

DANNY L

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Hello again.

Here is the information you requested. You will need to start by removing the serpentine belt. Here are a few tutorials for you to view regarding removing the serpentine belt and all related to removing and replacing the cylinder head:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-serpentine-belt

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-cylinder-head-works

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-camshaft-variable-valve-timing-works

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-intake-manifold-gasket

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-timing-belt-works

I've attached picture steps below on how to remove and replace the cylinder head, rocker arm assembly, and related components to do this repair on your Honda. It may seem like a big job but it is relatively simple for a seasoned mechanic. Let us know if you have any further questions on this issue. Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.

Danny-

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