I am really confused since I never knew sohc can be vtec as well... so I'm trying to do some research and coming up short.
Does my Accord have vtec or not? About to do timing, head gasket, oil pump etc. Full rework cause it bleeds oil like a stuck pig.

Can someone help me I.D. this without a doubt?

Here is the VIN if that helps.
1HGCD5633RA031428

 

if it has vtec it will have a vtec solenoid just behind the distributor on the head

 

LX = no VTEC (motor code F22B2)
EX = VTEC (motor code F22B1)

simple as that. Both came in both auto and manual versions.

 

VTEC engines tend to have, in really big letters, 'VTEC' on the valve cover.

Usually only EX(USDM) or EX-R(Canada) have the F22B1(VTEC) engine.
LX models usually have the F22B2(non VTEC) engine.

If the spark plug tubes are facing away and pointing more towards the intake, not VTEC
If the spark plug tubes are on the radiator side of the valve cover, it's VTEC.

 

Take a rag and wipe the oil off the engine stamp. Look to see if it says f22b1, f22b2, or something else

 

Thanks for all the replies. What does the vtec solenoid look like and where might I locate said engine stamp?
Obviously since its an LX/EX and VIN doesn't say engine code I think my confusion is warranted.

I'm a Ford guy I don't know this Honda stuff

Does having vtec or not even matter for water pump/timing? Im assuming the head gasket matters for sure.

 

LX and EX are completely separate trims, just to clarify, its one or the other.


Here is where the stamp for the code is located, right on the front next to the exhaust manifold.






There are also other ways to tell the trim of the car.....EX have rear disc brakes. All other trims have rear drums.

 

Unless someone did an engine swap, putting your VIN into the hondapartsnow or hondapartscheap.com will often get you the correct OEM pieces and you can XREF from there.

Also:
https://honda-tech.com/forums/vindec...inDecoderFarea

 

OK thank you all, very helpful. I won't know until after my girl gets off work but I'm pretty clear on how to find out now. Thanks again