NAC: Acura Integra questions

[mboucher70 at hotmail.com]

The ODB codes require a reader and even if read, here are the outputs:
http://www.troublecodes.net/acura/96-02int.shtml

in other words i think they'd be pointing at the symptoms (eg, "cylinder 1 
misfire"), not the problem.

In general, aren't the OBD codes for diagnosing minor performance problems? 
In this case we have a cylinder with compression almost zero.  He also 
mentioned that the problem first occurred after he'd downshifted 
accidentally on the highway and the tach shot up into the red.  Pending an 
OBD readout, anyone care to hazzard guesses as to the likely possible 
causes, ie

blown head gasket
intake or exaust valves shot, not seating,
piston rings blown
timing belt slipped



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard J Lebens" <rick-l at rocketmail.com>
To: <quattro at audifans.com>
Sent: Monday, August 07, 2006 2:15 AM
Subject: Re: NAC: Acura Integra questions


You should start with what OBD codes are set.

--- mboucher70 at hotmail.com wrote:

> This list has been great help in troubleshooting problems with my
> Audi.  Does anyone know if a similar group exists for other cars?  A
> friend is having trouble with his Acura and I thought I'd post here
> for either advice on the problem, pointers to an Acura group, and/or
> a reliable mechanic in the SF Bay area.
>
> Problem is with a 2000 Acura Integra with an H-series engine, 110,000
> miles.  The compression is low on one cylinder, check engine light is
> on, and flashes when the engine idles (eg. while waiting at a stop
> light).  There is a noticeable vibration at low rpm. Gas mileage is
> down to ~ 18 mpg (typically 26 mpg highway).  Clearly, one cylinder
> is not firing.
> 1.) What are the possible causes, and likely repairs required
> 2.) Could you recommend an Acura internet group/mailing list?
>
> 3.) Could you recommend a source for Engine Manuals?
>
> 4.) Could you recommend a mechanic in the bay area (near Daly City,
> 94014)
>
>
>
>
>
> Thanks,
>
>
>
> Charles
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