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Old Apr 9, 2006 | 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by DezertMachine
How hard is a v-tec swap for my ls?

Depends on whether you have the right tools and know how, but it's pretty straight forward. I'm sure there are some DIY threads here somewhere, or you can google it
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Old Apr 9, 2006 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by coltank
The IACV is an easy fix, but if you're check engine is on, you need to find out what the code is. Most auto parts stores nowadays will pull your codes for free
Every auto parts store I've been to to check my CEL out for me has said they can't do it because I have OBD1. Since your car is a 95, I'm sure you're in the same boat...Just check the Integra FAQ thread to find out how to get the CEL codes yourself.
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Old Apr 9, 2006 | 06:59 PM
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the idle air control valve is almost certainly the problem as long as there is no check engine light along with the idle surge. you have two options... go and buy a new iacv or bypass it by running the coolant hoses that run into it together. Trust me it works. Dont know about in colder areas though. Pretty useless in texas though
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Old Apr 9, 2006 | 10:54 PM
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that's what makes your car idle higher for cold starts?
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Old Apr 10, 2006 | 12:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Phateless
that's what makes your car idle higher for cold starts?
no I believe that's the FITV (Fast Idle Thermo Valve).
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Old Apr 10, 2006 | 06:58 AM
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Originally Posted by coltank
The IACV is an easy fix, but if you're check engine is on, you need to find out what the code is. Most auto parts stores nowadays will pull your codes for free
K im sorta new at this.....so as far as you know its not a big deal right?and what do you mean by i need to get a code can you explain this to me, what happens if i dont get this code?
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Old Apr 10, 2006 | 11:05 AM
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if your check engine light is on, the car's computer is telling you something is wrong. there is a code to tell you what area the problem is in. you need to find out what code it is. it's like you say ow, then tell the doctor your arm hurts. get it?
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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by red94teg
Every auto parts store I've been to to check my CEL out for me has said they can't do it because I have OBD1. Since your car is a 95, I'm sure you're in the same boat...Just check the Integra FAQ thread to find out how to get the CEL codes yourself.
JLO has a 96
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