D17A1 swap into an EX that had a VTEC D17A2?
09-26-2022
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D17A1 swap into an EX that had a VTEC D17A2?
I bought what I thought was a used VTEC (D17A2) engine but my mechanic found out it doesn't have the oil solenoid for the VTEC and says it's not a VTEC Engine. So it seems I bought D17A1 (arggh)
He also said something about the solenoid holds the bracket that attaches to____ but that it's not an issue if I want to put the D17A1 in.
So what are the implications of putting a D17A1 into my 2003 EX that had a D17A2?
I read about limp mode but not sure what that means? No rpm over 3.5/4k? So no acceleration?
I'm also concerned about emissions test failure therefore not passing inspection.
Any insights and help is appreciated.
He also said something about the solenoid holds the bracket that attaches to____ but that it's not an issue if I want to put the D17A1 in.
So what are the implications of putting a D17A1 into my 2003 EX that had a D17A2?
I read about limp mode but not sure what that means? No rpm over 3.5/4k? So no acceleration?
I'm also concerned about emissions test failure therefore not passing inspection.
Any insights and help is appreciated.
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Re: D17A1 swap into an EX that had a VTEC D17A2?
mentioned on your other thread - ECU will be looking for VTEC where there is none - return the engine if you can
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