how come most of cl owners have actuator problems..and what is that and where is it located??thank u and what is it working???

 

The actuator is only in the Type S. Its a second intake. Its located behind the engine. The problem with many of the CL-S's is that the actuator is not opening. When this doenst happen the extra 35 hp isnt there. Theres a video of it working somewhere on the forum but I cant locate it now.

 

is it what acura called "dual induction system:

 

To tell you the truth, I dont have a clue. Hows the Canada model compared to the US?

 

all the cars in canada do not have navi system..and cls have day time running light in canada..others are the same... but i live in seattle..just bought the car in vancvouer canada.

 

Try doing a search for 'actuator video' subject-only.

Also, read the FAQ in my sig for more info and pics and all sorts of stuff.

 

Which Aura dealer did u get your CLS for? How much?

 

i bought it at loudheed acura..the msrp price..how about yourself buddy??where u bought it and how much??

 

is there a way to "modify" the actuator to make it open sooner?

 

Kewl! I'm still searching for the video, but your FAQ pix showing the correct operation of the actuator were really helpful. Actually, all of your FAQ's are most excellent -- thanks!

One problem though -- I'm still trying to figure out how to get my girlfriend to hang off the side of the car with her head stuffed in the engine compartment so she can verify the actuator's proper functioning while I'm driving down the road @4100 rpm!

[ 08-18-2001: Message edited by: technoid ]

 

Thanks for the props! Glad you find it useful. The actuator still opens if the car is in neutral, so there's no need to risk your neck. =)

 

Actually, it even works with the car in park. The toughest part was peering around my Neuspeed upper strut tie bar while wearing my freakin' bifocals. However, with my honey slowly increasing the revs up past 4,100 rpm, I was able to see the actuator click over into its open position. Thank God! That's one less problema to worry about.

Charter member of the "Oh shit, my CL-S was in that VIN range too..." club.

[ 08-18-2001: Message edited by: technoid ]