What is the engine code for a 2003 Acura RSX?

Engine Code for 2003 Acura RSX
The engine code for the 2003 Acura RSX is K20A3. This 2.0-liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine produces 160 horsepower. The RSX Type-S, on the other hand, is equipped with the K20A2 engine, which delivers 200 horsepower.

What year did RSX have K20?

I know it’s probably a K20 or a K24 but I’m not sure. It depends on the year range. The USDM RSX Type-S from 02-04 has a K20A2. The USDM RSX Type-S from 05-06 has a K20Z1.

What did the K20Z1 come in?

K20Z (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 )

How do I know if my engine is K20A2?

Did some research and what I got so far:

1. on block it should be marked k20a.
2. the ECU has a sticker that should mark ‘XXX PRC XXXXX’
3. intake manifold should be stamped PRC.
4. type R also has a black dipstick (all others are orange)

What engine does a 2003 Acura RSX have?

2.0 L 4-cylinder2003 Acura RSX / Engine
The base RSX ($19,975) is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine rated at 160 horsepower. It comes with a five-speed manual transmission, or optional five-speed automatic with SportShift ($20,875).

What engine does my RSX have?

i-VTEC 4-cylinder K20A3 engine
The RSX came with the 160 hp (120 kW) 2.0L DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder K20A3 engine throughout the entire production run.

Where do I find my engine code?

Depending on the car make and model, the nameplate may be located in different places, most often:

1. in the engine compartment, when standing in front of the car’s open bonnet, look on the left side, right behind the coolant tank.
2. on the cam cover.
3. near the gearbox.

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.

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.

Which RSX has a K20?

K20A (i-VTEC)

Engine	Application	i-VTEC engagement
K20A2	2002–2004 Acura RSX Type S	5800 RPM
2002–2004 Honda Integra Type R ( AUDM / NZDM )	5800 RPM
K20A3	2002–2006 Acura RSX	2300 RPM
2002–2005 Honda Civic	2300 RPM

What is the engine code for a 2003 Acura RSX Type S?

K20A2 Engine Identification | Acura RSX, ILX and Honda EP3 Forum.