Well i just got done changing out the header and the o2 sensor. The car seems to still run sluggish. I really dont think the vtec is coming on. I replaced the solenoid and the solenoid gasket but still nothing. THE CAR IS JUST ******* SLOW!!!!
I'm getting a VSS code. If I go and wiggle the wiring, it will start working again. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks

I drove this car when it had a D16z6 and this motor just does'nt compare! I dont think that .1 liter of displacement would make that much of a difference. I'm using the d16z6 tranny.

 

VTEC WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT THE VSS!!! You're getting a VSS code...So replace the thing!!! Then VTEC will work and it'll run right.

 

Man, a VSS code and your car runs like ****?

Who Woulda Thunk it.




Modified by ek forever guy at 2:15 PM 5/7/2007

 

Yeah after some reading, i'm starting to realize thats been the culprit the entire time!

Which one of these do I need?

http://www3.shopping.com/xDN-a...=T5D1

 

yea bro if you are getting a check engine light for vss your vtec won't come on

 

I tried to take the VSS out and one of the screws is getting stripped!!! Man this is really pissing me off!

 

Alright well I replaced the VSS. Vtec is on and there is some noticeable power gain but I'm still backfiring. It seems like I'm losing back pressure. I'm thinking its time for a new muffler. What do you guys think?

 

If its backfiring allot, its either a bad MAP sensor, bad plugs, or bad ignition. Have them all checked.

 

My brother was backfiring the other day too.

Turns out the GSR we just bought has the original plug wires. ~12 years old.

It was probably running on 3 1/2 cylinders.

New plug wires were $17 at autozone.

 

Actually I've replaced the plugs, plug wires, header, o2 sensor, vtec solenoid w/gasket, and now the VSS. And I'm still backfiring!!!!! What gives?

 

MAP sensor?

 

do you have a cat?

 

yeah its a high flow cat. the motor that was in it threw a rod. Do you think this could of clogged up the exhaust system somehow?

 

Also, I think I'm getting some valve lash. When I start the car there is a light clicking noise and when I move in 1st gear I can here it even more.