If it got on the hood I'd assume something sprayed on the serpentine belt. Maybe turbo line failure? Either way will be covered in warranty, have no fear!
In terms of performance you will see no changes. The FK8/FL5 works on air charge and torque tables. Even if it can flow better it won’t take advantage, because it reaches its target and stops making power.
If you have the GESI cat you won’t have a check engine light. Everything else will...
We had a 2012 Honda Civic that came from factory with the inner lock disconnected. We found out the first time a battery died and the keyhole did nothing. I wouldn't be surprised if if happened to your FL5
It uses a complicated af formula made by phds in Japan, taking into account how you drive, oil pressure, coolant temp, ambient temps, etc.
It’s not stupid - but it isn’t designed for non-street use like track driving
I misspoke. I meant to say the factory transmission cooler, lil sandwich plate on top of the DSG.
I do agree with your assessment. I was trying to list out some of the mystery gremlins I’ve heard of / encountered.
My favourite one is the coolant displacement. The coolant slips passed the...
EA888.3 and above are phenomenal engines but the level of complication is insidious.
Constant water pump issues.
Ground issues
Intake valves gumming
PCV system can’t handle track work
Numerous coolant actuators that randomly fail
Oil/water exchanger that can fai
Mystery gremlins
I am...
Look at the thousands of Honda commuter cars that use OEM oil filter, are only driven when cold, and change the oil/filter by the maintenance minder. If they filter was bad normie Honda's wouldn't have their current reputation