2000 civic with A/T will not exceed 4500rpm unless in gear.

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AZ Nomad wrote:
>>> I did notice something interesting: the engine sputters at 4,500 RPM
>>> and doesn't go beyond that, like 1-1,500 RPM short of red line. Did
>>> an engine governor kick in or do I have yet another problem with the
>>> car?
>
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>>The computer in some cars won't let you go anywhere near redline unless
>>the car is in a gear. Your Accord may be that way. Same reason you're
>Can you name a single car that is like that?
>
>WTF difference does it make wether or not the engine is under load?
>Valve float doesn't care.

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