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Old 06-15-2010, 07:31 PM
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Default 1990 accord lx gas saving help

im trying to make it save some more gas what else should i work on?
i am going to replace spark plugs and wires
change air filter
clean injector
is there anything else i should look at?
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Old 06-15-2010, 07:59 PM
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Replace distributor cap and rotor, if they are due.

Also, make sure the air pressure in the tires are all at the recommended level. That recommended pressure is on a sticker on the driver's door jamb.
 
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Old 06-16-2010, 07:08 AM
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Honda seems to like NGK spark plugs best.

General clean-up. Dirty throttle body & throttle plate? Got any vacuum hoses that are getting old & cracked? Eliminate any vacuum leaks.

Got a timing light? Advance your spark timing a bit but keep it inside the acceptable range.

Check whether your brakes are dragging?

Suspension alignment and/or replace worn shocks (IF they're worn).

When it's time to replace tires, there's some models that have less rolling resistance - usually labeled as "energy-saving" or Goodyear "Fuel/Max" or something like that. They are generally NOT the more sporty - performance tires so you gotta make the choice.

But the most important, most influential thing BY FAR is how you use your right foot.
 

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