Hey guys... I finally got the Field VTEC/AFC installed last week. I dunno if it helps in performance... but the vtec definately kicks in now. I set it to kick in @ 4200 rpm so that when I shift, the revs stay in the vtec range. I also leaned out the injectors by 5% on all revs til around 6000 when I only take 2% off of the stock setting.

Another neat thing is that I can set the controller to beep once i hit my redline so that I can shift w/o lookin at the tach.

Next step is to get an Autometer air/fuel meter so that I don't blow up my engine running it too lean.

Oh and... the wiring diagram for the 2.2 is the same as the wiring for thee 97+ Preludes... NOT Accords (which i found very strange) My first attempt at installation cause my check engine light to come on. There is no VTM line for the 2.2 either.

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1997 Acura 2.2 CL (5spd)
rubber tires, windshield wipers, headlights, horn, steering wheel, BRAKE PEDAL, clutch, brake pads, driver seat, passenger seat, back seat, front windshield, rear windshield (with defroster), lumbar support, cruise control, intermitent wiper control, sun roof (tinted), engine, pistons (only 4), emergency brake handle, trunk w/ tools, spare tire

 

i remember this.

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1997 Black Acura 2.2 CL
Currently-
PIAAs Everywhere, PIAA 1700X, Custom Grill, Clear Corners, OE Spoiler,
5% Tints (Limo), HKS Super Dragger Exhaust, AEM CAI, Venom 400
Comming Soon-
Headers or Ignition, Front Lip

 

Warning: "tuning" the engine without an A/F or EGT gauge is VERY DANGEROUS. You can't tell by the seat of your pants if it's too lean or rich until it's too late.

How much did you get the unit for?

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'02 WRX Wagon (OZ Superleggeras, removed intake silencer, K&N panel filter, Dawes Devices Manual Boost Controller, etc)
'97 2.2CL (removed intake silencer, K&N panel filter, interior neon lights & other ricey mods)

 

Yea, I'm waiting for my a/f gauge. I figured 5% isn't that bad... and that's the setting most people have on their cars. I don't go below that.

I think someone is selling the same unit for $150 somewhere on thepartstrader.com.

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1997 Acura 2.2 CL (5spd)
rubber tires, windshield wipers, headlights, horn, steering wheel, BRAKE PEDAL, clutch, brake pads, driver seat, passenger seat, back seat, front windshield, rear windshield (with defroster), lumbar support, cruise control, intermitent wiper control, sun roof (tinted), engine, pistons (only 4), emergency brake handle, trunk w/ tools, spare tire

 

Personally, I wouldn't touch the a/f mixture without some gauges. With my 2.5RS, I found that even with similar mods, everybody used a slightly different correction. Not every car is the same.

My 2 cents,
~G

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'02 WRX Wagon (OZ Superleggeras, removed intake silencer, K&N panel filter, Dawes Devices Manual Boost Controller, etc)
'97 2.2CL (removed intake silencer, K&N panel filter, interior neon lights & other ricey mods)

 

im not sure about this since im not too familiar with the vtec controller...but dont you have dyno it so that u can obtain the best results

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99 Black 2.3 Acura CL 5-speed
Clarion DRX957Rz,
Crossfire 404s & 1000D,
Diamond Audio M561 w/hex
tweeters, Crystal CXe693, 2 12" Diamond M5 subs in custom sealed box
Matrix intake, R*SR exhaust,
AIM-Chiggacl68

 

im not sure about this since im not too familiar with the vtec controller...but dont you have dyno it so that u can obtain the best results

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99 Black 2.3 Acura CL 5-speed
Clarion DRX957Rz,
Crossfire 404s & 1000D,
Diamond Audio M561 w/hex
tweeters, Crystal CXe693, 2 12" Diamond M5 subs in custom sealed box
Matrix intake, R*SR exhaust,
AIM-Chiggacl68

 

A dyno run would be the safest way to do it, but if you can get a passenger to help monitor gauges and adjust the SFC, you can tune it on the street as well. Just don't hit anything during those WOT runs!

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'02 WRX Wagon (OZ Superleggeras, removed intake silencer, K&N panel filter, Dawes Devices Manual Boost Controller, etc)
'97 2.2CL (removed intake silencer, K&N panel filter, interior neon lights & other ricey mods)

 

im not sure about this since im not too familiar with the vtec controller...but dont you have dyno it so that u can obtain the best results

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99 Black 2.3 Acura CL 5-speed
Clarion DRX957Rz,
Crossfire 404s & 1000D,
Diamond Audio M561 w/hex
tweeters, Crystal CXe693, 2 12" Diamond M5 subs in custom sealed box
Matrix intake, R*SR exhaust,
AIM-Chiggacl68

 

I would go to a dyno....but... I don't think it's worth it to go w/ the mods I have. Maybe once I get a cam and a cam gear... i'll go... but not w/ just bolt on's. Need to get a FPR to be safe.

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1997 Acura 2.2 CL (5spd)
rubber tires, windshield wipers, headlights, horn, steering wheel, BRAKE PEDAL, clutch, brake pads, driver seat, passenger seat, back seat, front windshield, rear windshield (with defroster), lumbar support, cruise control, intermitent wiper control, sun roof (tinted), engine, pistons (only 4), emergency brake handle, trunk w/ tools, spare tire

 

Hey was up cl riders im new to this website so bare with me. i have a acura 2.2 cl and my check engine light came on. I've had the car for while now am im just experiencing problems would any body know where to start from before i take it to the dealer.

 

Go to advanced Auto Parts they can check the engine code and tell you what it means...will save you about 75.00

 

the Field is nice but i think there was more R&D put into the Apexi VAFC controller than the Field one

but thats just a opinion

 

damn this thread is old

 

i have a cl type r

 

 

dude this thread is 3 years.... and 2 months ... extinct.

 

older