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Re: Signifigant changes in 1993 with Ci model (archive)

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Posted by Jim S. (OK) on January 29, 2001 at 17:55:01:

In Reply to: Signifigant changes in 1993 with Ci model posted by James on January 29, 2001 at 11:32:18:

On my '92 model, I have SOME of the '93 revisions:

<Althought the engine and transmission where not changed with the Ci model in 1993, there where signifigant other changes.
Including:
RF remote keyless entry (Alpine)>>

Mine has the RF remote, not the IR.


<>

The '92 model is non-CFC ready. In other words, you only need to drain the old CFC and oil, refill with the new coolant and put on a new add valve, and away you go. However, I like the way the good ole CFC cools off instantly and gets colder..... I'll miss it when it has to go....

>>ASC+T as standard instead of optional +T>>

I believe ASC+T was standard on the 6 spd and an option on the Auto's.


>>Fold down rear seat (this does not open to the trunk, and will not help you with ski's, that's what the ski hole and sack are for)
Gathered leater upholstery>>

The gathered upholstry looks more luxurious, however, the seats in pre-93 are stiffer and feel more like a sports seat.

>>Chromed metal interior door handles and seat belt escuchions (stronger than the plastic)
And the most important for me, because otherwise my GF would not ride with me, DUAL AIRBAGS<<

Airbags are only of use if you DON'T wear a seatbelt. That is why they are called a suplemental restraint system. However, the side-impact airbags are definately a great item. Personally, I would prefer NOT to have airbags in my cars since I am constantly waiting for the damn thing to go off on its own someday and causing me to have a fatal accident. Pyrotechnics become unstable over time, so.......


>>5.4 liter engine and 5 speed automatic came in 1995>>

I was under the impression that the 5.4L engine was introduced in the '94 model year?




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