How to make my Honda faster
I have an accord v6 exl and I'm trying to make it have more horse power. I have a cold air intake installed, is there anything that can help.

For 2011, Honda has given its popular Accord Coupe a few design tweaks while adding a bit more efficiency to its inline four-cylinder (I4) engines. This five-passenger midsize coupe comes in two essential trims, the base LX-Sport and high-end EX. Adding some extra appearance and cabin features turns the EX into the EX-L sub-trim, while the available V6 powertrain further begets the EX V6 and EX-L V6. This well-wrought coupe has undergone a revision of its grille and front fascia, as well as its rear fascia and deck lid for a more svelte profile, adding to its improved efficiency. Luggage capacity is a respectable 12 cubic feet, and second row-seating is touted as amongst the roomiest available. Though challenged by Dodge’s Challenger and hounded by Hyundai’s Genesis Coupe, the 2011 Accord Coupe stacks up pretty well against both in price, performance, and perks.
Powering the 2011 Accord Coupe LX-Sport is an improved 2.4-liter I4 that’s available with either a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. Both gearboxes will allow 177 hp and 161 lb-ft of torque, with variable valve timing netting 23/33 mpg with the manual shifter and 23/34 from the automatic. EX and EX-L Coupe variants pack the same 2.4-liter I4 that’s tweaked for 190 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque with, again, either a five-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission. Expect 23/33 with the automatic and 23/32 with the stick shift. Finally, as implied, the EX-L V6 Coupe sub-trim carries the heady 3.5-liter variable-valve-timed V6, putting out 271 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque with either a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. The five-speed automatic gets an estimated 20/30, while the six-speed stick should get a rather gluttonous 17/26.
For 2011, the Accord Coupe LX-Sport boasts standard 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth upholstery, remote power door locks, power windows and mirrors, manual easy-entry rear-seat access, telescoping tilt-wheel-steering with audio and cruise controls mounted on the steering wheel, air conditioning, a 160-watt 6-CD changer with six speakers, and a USB connection. The EX Coupe trims add a power sunroof, simulated alloy dash trim, a subwoofer, and Bluetooth hands-free communications to the mix, while the EX-L Coupe also throws in a power driver’s seat, heated front seats, heated outside mirrors, dual-zone climate control, 270 watts of audio, and XM satellite radio. The top-shelf Accord EX-L V6 Coupe touts 18-inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler, power-adjustable front seats, memory for driver's settings, and, with the five-speed automatic, steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters.
In 2011 Accord Coupe EX-L and EX-L V6 configurations, buyers can select Honda’s available satellite-linked, voice-activated navigation system, thereby creating what Honda calls the EX-L Coupe with Navigation and EX-L V6 Coupe with Navigation. Other available equipment, euphemistically labeled “accessories” by this traditionally trim-addicted automaker, include rear parking sensors, remote engine start, all-weather front and rear floor mats, and 18-inch alloy wheels.
Basic safety equipment across the 2011 Accord Coupe lineup includes four-wheel ABS, traction and stability control, front side-mounted airbags, front and rear head airbags, remote anti-theft alarm, front head restraint whiplash protection, and daytime running lights. The EX-L, meanwhile, adds standard dusk-sensing headlights, while the EX-L V6 additionally features standard front fog/driving lights.
For many owners of the 2010 Accord Coupe, seat comfort remains a disturbing issue, while the notable lack of stand-alone options also continues to plague more than a few owners. Hopefully, a significantly redesigned center stack for 2011 will mitigate complaints of a decidedly low-end center stack on 2010 trims, while a bit of grousing about poor low-end torque from each of the engines seems not to have been seriously addressed. The good news from 2010 Accord Coupe owners, however, is that this solid family vehicle retains the reliability, ride, handling, roominess, luggage capacity, looks, and resale value that have made the Accord name justly famous.
I have an accord v6 exl and I'm trying to make it have more horse power. I have a cold air intake installed, is there anything that can help.
I have a 2011 Honda Accord with what look to be facotry fog lights installed, however there is no fog light switch in the car. I believe the switch if they are factory should be on the headlight switch behind the steering wheel with the turn signal but it's not there. Can you tell me if there is an easy way to see if everything is wired before I replace the switch?
I made an offer on a used vehicle, on line when i am ready to pay the guy from the dealer told that he can sell the car without and extended warranty of a company he pointed. Do i have to buy it? Can opt to not buy it?
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 160 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: stainless steel · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.44
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Mudguards: front and rear · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: painted alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 270 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: stainless steel · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo net · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.39
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Mudguards: front and rear · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt · Sunroof: wind deflector
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Profile: 45 · Type: all season · Width: 225
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 270 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: stainless steel · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front and rear · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.44
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Mudguards: front and rear · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass · Sunroof: wind deflector
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Profile: 45 · Type: all season · Width: 225
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: painted alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 270 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: stainless steel · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: cargo net · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.44
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Mudguards: front and rear · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass · Sunroof: wind deflector
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Profile: 45 · Type: all season · Width: 225
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 270 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: stainless steel · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front and rear · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.31
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Mudguards: front and rear · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt · Sunroof: wind deflector
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 245
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: painted alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 270 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.1 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: stainless steel · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front and rear · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.55
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Mudguards: front and rear · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass · Sunroof: wind deflector
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 245
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: painted alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation