Here is the dilemma, my purge solenoid valve is ticking like crazy. I can put my finger on it and feel it. Took it to acura they said everything was normal. I ahve also been consistently getting 2 mpg less. Some other changes are the icebox, exhaust, and yoko avid v4s. I think my driving habits are similar as before all these changes, but I can't be for sure.

Long and short, is the Purge Valve causing the reduced gas mileage?

 

What's the purge valve do?

 

Warranty should cover it. Go to another dealer. The part isn't expensive though & it's easy to replace yourself.

And yeah when mine was ticking I had less gas milage then when it wasn't ticking. Mine was replaced under warranty.

 

Dealer has been good about replacing things in warranty, but they didn't think it was an issue. I see its about $40 to buy it, I think I am going to do it myself.

With gas prices, an extra 2 mpg will help and the ticking will go away.

 

tru that mines soo annoying...where you buy it at?

 

acuraautomotiveparts

 

So, someone tell me this... When you guys say it's "clicking", exactly how bad is it clicking. I mean, I never, ever notice mine unless my hood is up and the motor is running. Only THEN to I hear it clicking. Is THAT normal? Or should it be silent?

 

When I am parking in the garage or between two cars the clicking sound is much more apparent. Otherwise, I kinda have to listen for it. Also, if I touch the solenoid valve I can feel the ticking that corresponds with the sound.

I could get past the clicking, it is just the gas mileage that is bothering me.

 

i replaced mine myself, but cant speak for gas mileage. i guess you could say it went up 2mpg, sounds about right. i mainly did it bc the ticking was getting annoying in the winter.

 

Mine I heard clearly when inside the car with the ac & stereo off.
I think normal opertaion is for it to be silent. Never heard it on my old 6mt, & don't hear it at all now it's replaced.

 

Can someone give the part number off of that site above? thanks

 

prt# 25734



It's #1 on the pic. How's that?

<------- FTW!!!

 

aww what the hell...might as well throw another 40 bucks out the window. just bought it...how hard is it to install?

 

It can't be hard. It's just a little thing and there isn't too much in the way.

 

Hope this solves my problem...let you all know if it goes away or not

 

I've started using acuraparts247.com for parts instead of acuraautomotiveparts.org

Usually their prices are slightly cheaper, they ship just as fast if not faster, and most importantly they provide actual Honda part numbers on their website instead of the internal stocking numbers that you see on acuraautomotiveparts.org.

 

Anyone know what page of the Helms manual this is on? I'll scan it and post.

 

Nevermind I found it and most of the troubleshooting requires the Honda PGM tester. Although I suppose a standard OBDII scan tool would suffice.

It starts on page 11-222 if anyone cares.

 

Oh and the Honda part number is 36160-P8E-A51

 

Cool! We should have an online parts/accessories store sticky thread. I can never remember them all. I try to bookmark them but I've already got one helluva long list in there.



Everytime someone buys from a good place online, they could post the website and let other members in on it too.

 

A sticky thread would most likely be considered free advertising which isn't allowed.

Also, If you notice acuraparts247.com is about $1-2 more on the part in this case. However, their handling charge is only $3 compared to $5 for acuraautomotiveparts.org.

I've used both before and usually cross shop between the two to see who's cheaper on any given part because it isn't consistent that one is cheaper than the other.

The only complaint I have is I believe acuraautomotiveparts.org requires a minimum purchase price in order for them to process your order. I remember ordering something previously that was like $10 and the order was processed but I received an email the next day that said the canceled it and it would be cheaper for me to purchase it at my local dealership because I wouldn't have to pay shipping and handling.

 

Oh yeah, didn't think about that. Good point.

 

Cool im going to get it. Thanks

 

oemacuraparts.com

cheaper than anyone.

 

WOW... you're right!

 

yup, their catalog is a bit harder to navigate, but you can't beat the prices.

 

You can use acuraparts247.com to search for the part number and then just plug the part number into oemacuraparts.com No need to navigate their catalog if you have the part numbers.

 

ah you figured out the trick!

 

Damn, they sure are! I bet Stealth is upset now!

 

Since we've got everything pretty much figured out here... Sorry to be off subject but doesn't everyone pay about $80-$90 for and '03 grille surround? This place has them for $36!

 

I think it's usually around $40-45. I have a local parts hook-up at the local dealership and that's where I bought mine. I usually pay wholesale on parts here. Helps out a lot on the little odds and ends.

 

Nice!

 

Stickier tires = more rolling resistance = lower gas mileage.

Icebox plus exhaust = lower gas mileage, detects more air.

 

If not just go to the honda dealer and they'll do it for you like what I did

 

Yeah oh well I just threw out $250 bucks today on Brake install/ SS lines/ Alignment/ oil change .....so whats another 6-7 bucks?

 

So I was digging around under the hood, trying to figure out what is going on. I had a friend of mine start the car, heat up to normal operating temp, and give the car some gas. I noticed the IMRC wasn't moving...looks like it is not working. could it be causing the low gas mileage?

Heres a vid of the IMRC, revving to 5500 RPM
Buster IMRC

 

mrsteve, does a standard OBDII scan tool suffice.
And WTF is it?

 

Oh Lord of Helmets,

Similiar minor ticking here. Did you replace yours and did it do away with the ticking?

 

I never replaced mine. Like I said, I never notice the clicking unless the engine is running with the hood up, and I'm lurking under the hood. I can't ever hear it when sitting in the car. I don't think I've ever noticed it when standing near it while it's running too.

 

i replaced mine. no more ticking.