The engine detonates (pings) when you accelerate lightly below 3,000 rpm
Acura technical service bulletin Service Bulletin for 1996-1997 Acura SLX.
- Bulletin number
- Service Bulletin
- Component
- Engine and engine cooling
- Summary
- Service bulletin - The engine detonates (pings) when you accelerate lightly below 3,000 rpm. The programmed ignition timing causes a non-damaging engine detonation to occur when the intake air temperature is above 140°F (60°C).
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