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2008 Honda Accord — clunk when changing from reverse to drive

RustBeltGarage568Community StarterApr 26, 20262008 Honda Accord EX-LRaleigh

2008 Honda Accord EX-L, about 165,500 miles. There is a single clunk when changing direction at low speed, especially reverse to drive. No vibration while cruising. What would you inspect first: mounts, driveshaft play, differential mounts or CV joints? Interested in real owner experience more than guesses.

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DailyGeek732Community StarterCommunity StarterApr 27, 2026permalink

Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2008 Honda Accord, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. Learned this the expensive way on a previous car. That's coming from doing this as an owner, not a shop. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.

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