loewent via CarKB.com wrote:
> 2000 civic with A/T will not exceed 4500rpm unless in gear.

eh? mine did. are you sure the timing belt hadn't slipped?

the only vehicle i know to have a deliberately low rev limit in
different circumstances is a ferrari when being driven with the valet key.



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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?
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>> WTF difference does it make wether or not the engine is under load?
>> Valve float doesn't care.
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