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Acura Integra

Report: Distributor Squeal Can Sould Like Loose Belt

Acura Integra Problem
14 Reports

Model Years Affected: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001

Engine Affected: 1.8L 4 Cylinder

Average Mileage: 166,449 mi (134,899 mi - 198,000 mi)

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A loud squealing noise on high mileage cars can be confused with a loose fan belt. The distributor should be inspected because it can seize, which can cause the timing belt to slip resulting in serious engine damage.

  • Report #1
    Visitor, 1991 Acura Integra, 1.8L 4 Cylinder, 198,000 mi

    Squealing sound from the passenger side of the car, I marked the distributor on any of the rotating parts before removing it. After removal I spun it by hand and it was hard to turn and felt rough. I replaced the whole unit with a new complete set including the distributor cap.

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  • Report #2
    Visitor, 1993 Acura Integra, 1.8L 4 Cylinder, 134,899 mi
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