Honda Accord: Engine Speed Limiter
If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer’s red zone. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone.
If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer’s red zone. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone.
Recommended Shift Points
Drive in the highest gear that lets
the engine run and accelerate
smoothly. This will give you good
fuel economy and effective
emissions control. The following
shift points are recommended:
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Reverse Lockout
6-speed manual transmission only
The manual transmission has a
lockout so you cannot accidentally
shift from any forward gear to
reverse while the vehicle is moving
at a certain speed. If you ...
See also:
Symptom Troubleshooting Index
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Engine Oil Gallery Cap Replacement
1. Remove the harness bracket (A), then remove the
engine oil gallery cap (B).
2. Clean the O-ring groove and mating surface with the
engine oil gallery cap.
3. Apply new engine oil to new O-r ...
Alternator and Regulator
Circuit Troubleshooting
Special Tools Required
Alternator, Regulator, Battery, and Starter Tester
OTC3131*
^Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment
Program 888-424-6857
1. Make sure the battery connections are go ...