The engine code for a 2002 Acura RSX Type S is K20A2.
Contents
- What engine does a 2002 Acura RSX Type S have?
- Where do I find my engine code?
- What cars have a K20A2 engine?
- What engine does the RSX Type S come with?
- How do I know what engine code I have?
- What is the difference between K20a2 and K20A3?
- What is the engine code for a 2002 Acura RSX?
- What k20 is in the RSX Type S?
- What is the difference between K20A2 and K20A3?
- What’s the difference between k20z1 and K20z3?
What engine does a 2002 Acura RSX Type S have?
2.0 L 4-cylinder2002 Acura RSX Type S / Engine
The RSX base has a K20A3 for all years. Again, the Type-S 02-04 has a K20A2 and the 05-06 Type-S has a K20Z1.
Where do I find my engine code?
Depending on the car make and model, the nameplate may be located in different places, most often:
- in the engine compartment, when standing in front of the car’s open bonnet, look on the left side, right behind the coolant tank.
- on the cam cover.
- near the gearbox.
What cars have a K20A2 engine?
The K20 engine to feature this tech was the K20A2. It was used in the European Civic Type R and USDM Acura RSX Type-S.
What engine does the RSX Type S come with?
Type-S. The Type-S includes sportier accessories and performance including: 201 hp K20Z1 motor.
How do I know what engine code I have?
The engine code letters and the consecutive engine number are always on the engine, although they are not necessarily visible to you, but are stamped into the block and are usually difficult to read. The code is therefore often written on a sticker (the vehicle data carrier), which is attached to the timing belt cover.
What is the difference between K20a2 and K20A3?
The K20a3 is prone to throwing rod bearings. It is not built for spirited driving. The K20a2 is basically a K20a Type R engine. The K20a Type R has better cams, 11.5 pistons, smaller crank pulley, and the block is pulled off the production line to have the connecting rods hand torqued.
What is the engine code for a 2002 Acura RSX?
K20A2 Engine Identification | Acura RSX, ILX and Honda EP3 Forum.
What k20 is in the RSX Type S?
K20Z1K20Z (i-VTEC)
| Engine | Application | i-VTEC engagement |
|---|---|---|
| K20Z1 | 2005–2006 Acura RSX Type S | 5800 RPM |
| 2005–2006 Honda Integra Type S ( AUDM / NZDM ) | 5800 RPM | |
| K20Z2 | 2006–2011 Acura CSX | |
| 2006–2015 Honda Accord ( EDM ) |
What is the difference between K20A2 and K20A3?
The K20a3 is prone to throwing rod bearings. It is not built for spirited driving. The K20a2 is basically a K20a Type R engine. The K20a Type R has better cams, 11.5 pistons, smaller crank pulley, and the block is pulled off the production line to have the connecting rods hand torqued.
What’s the difference between k20z1 and K20z3?
With the new ratings, the k20z1 eeks out just a bit more as it does not have Balance Shafts. the Si (K20z3) does. ^^ what slvrsi said, no balance shafts on the oil pump gives the z1 4 more horsepower.
