'00 accord pinging under partial throttle
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'00 accord pinging under partial throttle
Ok, so I have a 2000 Accord LX 2.3l, F23a1. I can't figure why it's pinging. It starts pinging at like 40% throttle, but goes away if I push the pedal a bit further. The issue is only present below 3000 rpm. Any ideas why it's pinging? I have new Ngk plugs, and am running 91 octane ethanol free gas. Please help!
Last edited by mitbrown; Dec 18, 2011 at 08:57 PM.
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Is the check engine light turning on while driving? Most auto parts stores will scan the codes as a free service. Post any codes on here. They start with the letter P and have four numbers, like P1234.
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Ok, I'll pull the codes again when I get off work. But the problem has existed before I ever had the cat removed. I was actually hoping the cat was clogged and the test pipe would solve it, but the pinging is still there.
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Is this test pipe still installed?
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Yes the test pipe is still in place.
Why do you ask?
Would I be better off getting a catalytic converter put back on?
Why do you ask?
Would I be better off getting a catalytic converter put back on?
Last edited by mitbrown; Dec 21, 2011 at 12:11 AM.