Del Sol L4-1.5L SOHC (1993)
Heat Shield: Customer Interest
Engine - Popping Noise From The Exhaust
Bulletin No.
93-031
Model
1992 - 93
CIVIC
Applicable To
ALL
File Under
ENGINE
Issue Date
AUG 27, 1993
Popping Noise From the Exhaust
(Supersedes 93-031, dated August 6, 1993)
SYMPTOM
A loud, metallic, popping noise from the exhaust system after accelerating or when coming to a stop.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Insufficient clearance between the heat shield and the "B" pipe.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
[NEW] Install a washer at each of the two clamps inside the heat shield.
1.
Raise the car on a lift.
2.
Remove the two nuts and bolts from the left side of the heat shield.
3.
Inspect the "B" pipe heat shield for cracks; replace it if necessary.
