1997 Acura 2.2CL AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine/VIN Id: Identification

1997 MODEL COVERAGE

Model Body Engine ID Fuel (1) Ign.
Integra (2) 1.8L (B18B1) (3) SFI (6)
Integra GS-R (4) 1.8L (B18C1) (3) SFI (6)
SLX (5) 3.2L (6VD1) V SFI DIS
2.2CL YA1 2.2L (F22B1) (3) SFI (6)
3.0CL YA2 3.0L (J30A1) (3) SFI (6)
2.5TL UA2 2.5L (G25A4) (3) SFI (6)
3.2TL UA3 3.2L (C32A6) (3) SFI DIS
3.5RL KA9 3.5L (C35A1) (3) SFI DIS
(1) Timing is computer controlled.
(2) DC4=Hatchback; DB7=Sedan.
(3) Engine and body code are identified by the fourth, fifth and sixth characters of the VIN.
(4) DC2=Hatchback; DB8=Sedan.
(5) 8=4 door long wheelbase.
(6) Magnetic ignition system. Timing is computer controlled.
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