1997 Civic Ex 2 Dr.

[Burgtoad67]

Hi all. I have a 97 Civic Ex 2 Dr. that's acting a little strange, although deservedly so. My street tends to flood during heavy rain, and yesterday we got a ton. I drive through my street when flooded on a regular basis, but yesterday it must have been worse. I had steam coming from under the hood when i got through, so I turned the car off and let it be. Upon getting in this morning, all was normal until I got on the highway, when I hit about 80 the CEL came on. Any ideas? The engine idles very roughly and acceleration is beyond sluggish from a dead stop. Any help would be great.

- And I know driving through water isn't very bright, no need to tell me. haha

 

[2slo4u]

Check to see which codes are being thrown. Steam could have just been water touching your hot exhaust or motor and steaming up.

 

[JohnS.]

Check to see which codes are being thrown. Steam could have just been water touching your hot exhaust or motor and steaming up.

Steam isn't unusual. In the winter, I always see steam coming from my hood, especially when I'm flooring it more often to keep from getting stuck. Get that code scanned for free at Advanced Auto Parts or something.

 

[James315]

^this and if you wanna go the extra mile pull the dizzy cap of and check for moisture