why wont it rev passed 5500 rpm..

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Feb 19, 2009 | 02:17 PM

i need a civic!

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why wont it rev passed 5500 rpm..

i might buy this civic but it wont rev passed 5500 rpm. why? and the computer throws a code for vtec but not wired up. blah blah. any help?

Feb 19, 2009 | 02:21 PM

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Re: why wont it rev passed 5500 rpm..

are you reving it in neutral or while in gear?

Some cars have a limiter while in neutral, but in gear, they can redline.

Feb 19, 2009 | 02:25 PM

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Re: why wont it rev passed 5500 rpm..

Could be a few different things...What year is the civic and engine code?

Feb 19, 2009 | 02:27 PM

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Re: why wont it rev passed 5500 rpm..

idk its on here. heres the link if you would take a look id appreciate it to see if should get it or not. https://www.vadriven.com/forums/show...da+civic+coupe

Feb 19, 2009 | 02:29 PM

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Re: why wont it rev passed 5500 rpm..

97' y7 i thiink

Feb 19, 2009 | 04:31 PM

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Re: why wont it rev passed 5500 rpm..

The VTEC code is because VTEC isn't hooked up. That's the fault it's detecting. I'm assuming that's what's making it limit to 5500 RPM, because above that is where VTEC would engage. All you should need is the right ECU for that engine.