I just got the car a week ago, and I was wondering what is an exceptable RPM to run the engine at? I do not want to hurt my baby. I don't really understand the "VTEC." Oh if anyone knows about the Honda SiR, is it faster than the TL Type - S? I raced one and beat the thing no problem.

Anthony

2002 TL Type-S

-3.2L w/o Nav.
-Front, side and rear skirts
-Stock spoiler

 

anything below red is safe.

high rpm's for better acceleration and lower gas mileage

low rpm's for just cruising around and saving $$ on gas

VTEC engages fully around 5500 rpm's (please correct me if I'm off on that). That's where the bulk of your acceration takes place.

Your driving style will determine where to keep your rpm's.

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I belive Vtec hits at 3800 rpm, or at least thats what the CL-S hits at.

 

I read that it VTEC hits at 4800 rpm.

 

VTEC activates at 4400 RPM for non-Type S models and 4800 RPM for Type S models. The intake manifold magic on Type S models happens at 3500 RPM.

This information is straight from Acura, kids.

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AEM CAI w/bypass, Comptech header

 

ahh i knew something happened around 3800.. thanks.

 

I'm not watching the tach too much, but leave it in D5 and at 50MPH mash the gas.

You should have a really big grin on your face, while the person next to you is wondering what kind of car that is. :-)