Ok yall. I'm getting a code 17 (VSS) on my JDM B16a w/ PW0 ECU. My Speedometer work fine but I dont think Vtec is working because my rev limiter is hitting at about 7500 rpms. I've tried resetting the ECU and nothing is making the code go away. Do I need to swap out the cluster?? Thanks for your help I really need to get this thing working.

 

If you are getting code 17 the VSS isn't working or the ECU is not receiving the VSS.

Try using a different ECU and see if it works.

 

I guess I could try that...I guess I need to find someone with a PW0 ECU.


Can you buy just the little sensor thats on the back of the speedo from honda?

 

I really need some more suggestions guys.

 

Is this a new swap or was it fine before and this just started to happen?

 

Thats a very good question...I'll be honest. I really just noticed it because of another problem. When I got the car I assumed everything was fine until I had to check something ealse witch in turn lead me to this problem. So for all I know Vtec could never have worked and the previous owner was a complete idiot and didnt know how to work on his own crap and now I have to figure it all out.

 

not to jack, but i have a b16a in my crx and i rev limit at 7500 as well. no CEL i thought that the limit was 8200 on these engines

 

It should be 8200. If not it could be a couple of things, VSS, knock sensor, oil pressure, vtec solenoid.

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I have no idea what thats all about I would try to swap ECU's like ludesrv said

 

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I think the auto ecus have an earlier rev limit. Also keep in mind the stock tach could be off, verify with an aftermarket unit if necessary.

 

I FIXED IT!!! My cluster was missing one of those fawkin' screws in the back!!! Now Vtec kicks in for the first time since I've had the car!!! It's so retarded fast!!! I love it!!! Thanks yall

 

enjoy

 

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Its VSS, check if its working properly.