RPM will not go over 3500 RPM

Tiny
T.WATK8NS88
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  • 1994 HONDA PRELUDE
  • 2.3L
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 162,000 MILES
For some reason my engine will not let me accelerate over 3500 rpm. Please help.
Friday, August 4th, 2017 AT 7:56 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It sounds like you have a catalytic converter that is plugs. Here is a guide to help you confirm the problem:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-catalytic-converter

and if so

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/catalytic-converter-replacement

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/bad-catalytic-converter-symptoms

Please run this test and get back to us we are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, August 7th, 2017 AT 10:57 AM

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