rpm goes from 1000-2000 untill the car heats up

Systems
Systems Posts: 14,873
edited November 2004 in Car Subwoofer Talk
hey guys i know this is probably a question that i should not be asking here but u guys are the only ppl who really answer the questions right and not try to mess the other guys up and ive tried a lot of forums. neways my question is that...i have a 95 acura integra when i start the car the rpm goes from 1000-2000 back and forth with me not even pressing the accelerator neways i cant seem to figure it out if anyone knows please let me know cause its driving me crazy
thanx
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  • TechChallenged
    TechChallenged Posts: 106
    edited October 2004
    I know very little about your vehicle but, the problem you describe is all to common. In general the engine loping that you are describing is most commonly caused by carbon buildup in the throttle body. Hope this proves helpful.
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  • TechChallenged
    TechChallenged Posts: 106
    edited October 2004
    As suggest by AutoZone

    Priority Action Part Type Cause
    1 Inspect AIR FILTER Restricted or clogged air filter.

    2 Inspect FUEL FILTER Clogged or dirty fuel filter

    3 Inspect CHOKE PULLOFF Worn, defective, or faulty choke pulloff(s).

    4 Inspect CHOKE THERMOSTAT Stuck or improperly functioning choke thermostat.

    5 Inspect CARBURETOR FLOAT Improperly adjusted/saturated or damaged carburetor float.

    6 Inspect CARBURETOR/FUEL INJECTION GSK Deteriorated, or faulty carburetor/throttle valve mounting gasket.

    7 Inspect EGR VALVE Clogged, dirty or improperly functioning or defective egr valve.

    8 Inspect FUEL PUMP Improperly functioning fuel pump or circuits.

    10 Inspect FUEL TANK Contaminated fuel from rusted or deteriorated fuel tank.

    12 Inspect IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE Damaged, loose, or faulty idle air control valve.

    13 Inspect IDLE SPEED CONTROL ACTUATOR Damaged, loose, or faulty idle speed actuator.

    14 Inspect M.A.P. SENSOR Improperly connected or faulty m.a.p. sensor.

    15 Inspect PCV VALVE Plugged or damaged pcv valve.

    16 Inspect THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR Faulty throttle position sensor or throttle position sensor circuit.

    18 Inspect FUEL INJECTOR Plugged, dirty or poorly connected fuel injector.
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  • neomagus00
    neomagus00 Posts: 3,899
    edited October 2004
    my mom's honda odessey does the same thing, though it doesn't jump a thousand rpm... the dealer has no freakin clue what does it, but at least you know you're not alone :).

    p.s. if you figure it out, p.m. me, yah?
    It's not good, very fundamentally simply not good. - geolemon

    "Its not good enough until we have real-time fearmongering. I want my fear mongered as it happens." - Shizelbs
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited October 2004
    Originally posted by neomagus00
    my mom's honda odessey does the same thing, though it doesn't jump a thousand rpm... the dealer has no freakin clue what does it, but at least you know you're not alone :).

    p.s. if you figure it out, p.m. me, yah?

    tell here next time by a ford.

    j/k
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  • TechChallenged
    TechChallenged Posts: 106
    edited October 2004
    BS. The problem is specific and has a fix. Be methodical as you address each possible cause. Any mechanic that can't solve this specific problem is either incompetant or preying (for profit) on your ignorance.
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited October 2004
    thanx guys for now i gotta write an essay but im gonna go through that list on thursday btw how do i check the fuel system?
    and theirs a few other things that might be hard to get 2
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  • TechChallenged
    TechChallenged Posts: 106
    edited October 2004
    This will get you started.

    Make the $20 investment you wont be sorry.
    HAYNES 12021 - Integra & Legend Models covered: All models of Integra - '90 thru '93, Legend - '91 thru '95.
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  • Joelsbass
    Joelsbass Posts: 637
    edited October 2004
    he's got a 95 integra though... unless you had a typo he'll need a different haynes manuel... just go to autozone and find the one for your car... or go all out and drop a good 120-150 into it and go to a dealership and get the actual service manuel for the car... much more detailed and vehicle specific...


    and is it just me or does Ronald seem to struggle with his homophones.....
    MacLeod: I guess youre lucky Polk has such lax hiring standards.

    Josh: Damn skippy!
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  • neomagus00
    neomagus00 Posts: 3,899
    edited October 2004
    no, it's not just you, and good thing you know how to spell... :)
    It's not good, very fundamentally simply not good. - geolemon

    "Its not good enough until we have real-time fearmongering. I want my fear mongered as it happens." - Shizelbs
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  • Joelsbass
    Joelsbass Posts: 637
    edited October 2004
    lol, my spelling is FAR from impecable, i just manage to avoid the more obvious mistakes :p
    MacLeod: I guess youre lucky Polk has such lax hiring standards.

    Josh: Damn skippy!
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited October 2004
    Helms makes manuals for most dealers.
    Most Manuals are Online. The acura they all are online PDF format. It just a matter of finding the Right Site. Its around 1400pages of Information. Most Hybirds Honda/Acura has them.

    Dont buy the cheap Chiltons waste of money.
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited October 2004
    I forgot English. Remember I am from Britian. Excuse my language ****.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,640
    edited October 2004
    Yeah yeah, thats great...

    I personally can excuse your language...

    However I am having a very hard time finding an excuse for you...:p

    Anyways...I dont know squat about cars, so I will keep a track on this thread incase I run into a similar problem with my future cars...
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • neomagus00
    neomagus00 Posts: 3,899
    edited October 2004
    Originally posted by ronald
    I forgot English. Remember I am from Britian. Excuse my language ****.
    They don't speak English in Britain?
    It's not good, very fundamentally simply not good. - geolemon

    "Its not good enough until we have real-time fearmongering. I want my fear mongered as it happens." - Shizelbs
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  • Joelsbass
    Joelsbass Posts: 637
    edited October 2004
    yeah..... ummmm.... isn't britain where english comes from???


    i'm just gonna sit her laughing quietly.....:cool:
    MacLeod: I guess youre lucky Polk has such lax hiring standards.

    Josh: Damn skippy!
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited October 2004
    Originally posted by Joelsbass
    yeah..... ummmm.... isn't britain where english comes from???


    i'm just gonna sit her laughing quietly.....:cool:

    You spelled "britain" shouldn't it be BRITAIN??

    We speak British sucka. Ok I am not British. April Fools. :)
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  • AustinKP
    AustinKP Posts: 861
    edited October 2004
    Originally posted by Joelsbass
    lol, my spelling is FAR from impecable, i just manage to avoid the more obvious mistakes :p
    it's actually impeccable...with 2 C's... :)
    http://www.silverdragon.com/punkie/cybertusk/net.idiot.html - Read it, know it

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  • LittleCar_w/12s
    LittleCar_w/12s Posts: 568
    edited October 2004
    Now he has no clue what month it is either, so it becomes obvious that he lives out of touch with reality.

    On the topic, though, my car does the same thing between 1 and 2krpm. I've never isolated it, and it's been 5 years. oh, and it's had 3 different engies, and it remains there.

    The only reference I have found on this line in my car is a bad solder point on the ECM... I kick it and it runs better, sometimes. Maybe look on a few forums, though most car forums are'nt very active.
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  • neomagus00
    neomagus00 Posts: 3,899
    edited October 2004
    Originally posted by ronald
    You spelled "britain" shouldn't it be BRITAIN??
    i don't get it... though you did spell it britian in your first post :D
    It's not good, very fundamentally simply not good. - geolemon

    "Its not good enough until we have real-time fearmongering. I want my fear mongered as it happens." - Shizelbs
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  • Joelsbass
    Joelsbass Posts: 637
    edited October 2004
    Originally posted by AustinKP
    it's actually impeccable...with 2 C's... :)


    and my point is proven :p;)
    MacLeod: I guess youre lucky Polk has such lax hiring standards.

    Josh: Damn skippy!
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  • AustinKP
    AustinKP Posts: 861
    edited October 2004
    Originally posted by Joelsbass
    and my point is proven :p;)
    Yeah, I thought that was a perfect demonstration :D
    http://www.silverdragon.com/punkie/cybertusk/net.idiot.html - Read it, know it

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  • yamahaSHO
    yamahaSHO Posts: 3
    edited November 2004
    Originally posted by TechChallenged
    I know very little about your vehicle but, the problem you describe is all to common. In general the engine loping that you are describing is most commonly caused by carbon buildup in the throttle body. Hope this proves helpful.

    Why would there be carbon build up in your TB?:confused:
    Jason

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