Wow, this is why I dont do my own work
But why the only jack points are on the sides? Using the frame rails is equally acceptable. That is the strongest point of the car.
See links above to FAQs and other forums. This has been extensively discussed.
Have you even taken a close look at those "frame rails"? You'll notice that some of it is covered with a plastic shield. Under that plastic shield are channels for brake lines, fuel lines, ABS lines, etc. You'd crush them. You might even crush or dent the frame rail. But if you think you know better than Honda, by all means, use the frame rails. The rest of us, we'll use the 4 recommended side jacking points and the one under the engine frame and the other one under the rear diff.
I jack the car up from right under the a pillar and put the jack stands under the correct points. I think jacking it up on the seam is ok but then poster jacked it up on the fender it seems. Look at the jack mark and the seam seems solid still
I downloaded the Honda Factory Service Manual from www.hondahookup.com best free thing for that. I'm a novice and absolutely untrained but have installed, exhaust/tp, intake, spark plugs, water pump, thermostat, radiator, etc. it's really straightforward, and free.
All Honda needs is ONE giant label plastered across the left side, over the hood, then across the right side ......................
IF YOU HAVE DIFFICULTY WALKING AND CHEWING GUM AT THE SAME TIME, DO NOT COME WITHIN 20 FEET OF THIS VEHICLE.
Come one! There's an owner's manual. There's a service manual. Try reading at least one of them. Someone mentioned "common sense" in a previous post? I'm afraid that is simply far too great a request to make in some cases.







