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.
Shifting
To shift from Park to any position,
press firmly on the brake pedal, and
press the release button on the front
of the shift lever, then move the
lever. You cannot shift out of Park
when th ...
Shift Lock Release
This allows you to move the shift
lever out of Park if the normal
method of pushing on the brake
pedal and pressing the release
button does not work.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the ...
See also:
Countershaft Inspection
1. Inspect the gear and bearing contact areas for wear
and damage, then measure the countershaft at points
A, B, and C. If any part of the countershaft is less than
the service limit, replace it.
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Park Pin Switch Test
Produced in USA models
1. Remove the center console (see page 20-158).
2. Disconnect the A/T gear position indicator panel
light/park pin switch 6P connector (A) from the park
pin switch (B).
...
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
• The temperature gauge needle is at the
mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine co ...