First of all, I will like to thank you all. This board has been great to me. I have learned so much about my 6gen and how to do things myself that will cost too much if done by the dealer. Thanks again!

I hope some of you can give me a little help with my first major problem.

My 2000 EX Accord just woke up this morning with his first illness. I notice the “Check Engine Light (CEL)” and after reading trough the forums I performed the DIY instruction to check for the code. On performing the check I notice the CEL came up 5 times, then stop, and then 5 times again and aging… I supposed that the code should be 55 but then when checking for codes I notice there is no 55 just 5. Is this the appropriate CEL light code behavior? Does always the code repeat itself indefinitely when you have the key on?

Anyway, assuming I got the right code (5) “MAP - manifold absolute pressure sensor”. Can I make more damage to the car by continuing driving (at least 5 more days) with this problem? At this moment the car is not presenting any symptoms. The only symptoms I noticed came about 1 month ago when the car (Automatic Trans) at least 1-3 times a week when I stop on signal lights the RPMS goes very slow under 500 I think and the car rattles as if it is going to turn off. But then I pressed a little on the gas pedal and everything goes back to normal (over 750rpm).

My major problem is that the Honda Dealer will no check it until next week. I’m not a technician, but I am very proficient making minor mechanical repairs and maintenance. I have the Helms Manual at home. My car is not on warranty anymore and it has 93K miles with no problem/and repairs bedside maintenance. I check for the MAP sensor and it costs around $80.00 on a parts store near the office. I will be comfortable making the repair on my own since I have worked before on the “Throttle Body” where the sensor is located.

Any other advice?