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Tiny
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Engine Performance problem
2002 Acura RSX 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

Car started getting bad gas mileage (15 mpg) for no reason. No check engine light. Tailpipe has a lot of soot buildup, but car is not smoking. Starts, idles and accelerates fine.
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Wednesday, April 7th, 2010 AT 10:59 PM

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Tiny
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Hi
Maybe faulty Engine Coolant Temp sensor located rear cylinder head


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/198357_Graphic_438.jpg


Ohm check sensor high resistence lowers as engine warms.
Let me know
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Thursday, April 8th, 2010 AT 11:55 AM

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