2002 Acura RSX acura 2002 rsx

2002 ACURA RSX
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SLOAN646
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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.
Apr 7, 2010 at 10:59 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Hi Maybe faulty Engine Coolant Temp sensor located rear cylinder head


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Ohm check sensor high resistence lowers as engine warms. Let me know Thanks for donate
Apr 8, 2010 at 11:55 AM
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