Whaen you are reving this engine is it with the vehicle in gear or in park? If it is in park this is normal. The ECM (Engine Cotrol Module) is programmed with software that will prevent the rpms from going any higher than this while in park or nuetral. It prevent costly engine damage. As for your code here is a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) from Honda.
01-083
October 2, 2001
Applies To:
MIL Is On With DTC P1361 or P1362
(Supersedes 01-083, dated September 4, 2001)
Updated information is shown by a black bar.
SYMPTOM
MIL is on, and DTC P1361 (TDC sensor intermittent interruption) or P1362 (TDC sensor no signal) is set, or the engine makes a rattling noise.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Excessive end play in the camshaft.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the cylinder head assembly.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 110108 Flat Rate Time: 4.8 hours Failed Part: P/N 10003-PMR-A00 H/C 6449599 Defect Code: 005 Contention Code: D99 Template ID: 01-083A Skill Level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
DIAGNOSIS
Remove the valve cover. Check the camshaft for excessive end play. The maximum allowable amount of end play is 0.5 mm (0.02 inch) (see page 6-40 of the 2001-02 Civic Service Manual).
If the end play is more than 0.5 mm (0.02 inch), go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
If the end play is less than 0.5 mm (0.02 inch), proceed with normal troubleshooting.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1 Remove the cylinder head (see page 6-30 of the 2001-02 Civic Service Manual), and discard it.
2 Inspect the TDC sensor and the timing belt covers for damage (see page 6-57 of the service manual). Replace any damaged parts.
3 Install the new cylinder head (see page 6-50 of the service manual).
4 Check the engine oil level; add oil if necessary.
5 Do the Idle Learn Procedure:
Make sure all electrical items (A/C, audio unit, defogger, lights, etc.) are turned off, then start the engine.
Let the engine reach its normal operating temperature (the cooling fan cycle twice).
Let the engine idle (throttle fully closed and with all electrical items off) for 10 minutes.
6 If you are working on a 2001 Civic 2-door EX, do the Cruise Control Learn Procedure.
Drive the vehicle, and set the cruise control above 40 miles per hour.
Continue driving the vehicle for 5 to 10 minutes.
NOTE: You can use a smog/chassis dynamometer to do this step instead of driving the vehicle. Do not do this step with the vehicle on a lift.
Edited by autodoc_2000 on September 23 2006 at 11:09pm__________________
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