1992 Acura Integra GS-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Electronic Air Control Valve (EACV)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1992 Acura Legend. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn ignition off. Unplug 2-wire connector on EACV. Turn ignition on. Measure voltage between Yellow/Black wire terminal of EACV connector and ground. If battery voltage is not present, repair open in Black/Yellow wire between EACV connector and main relay. If battery voltage is present, go to next step.
  2. Connect PGM-FI test harness connector "A" to main wire harness only. DO NOTΒ  connect to ECU. Turn ignition on. Momentarily connect and disconnect jumper wire between terminals A9 and A26. If EACV does not click, check Blue/Red wire between EACV and ECU terminal A9. If wire is okay, replace EACV. If EACV clicks, substitute a known good EACV and recheck symptom.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.