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horrible gas milage - 5/29/2008 5:27:51 AM

ridingDSM0201

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ok well i dont have a gsx or gst i have a 95 rs. i get the crappiest mpg i think any NA 4 cylinder has gotten im talking about 210 miles to the tank. Im changing the plugs this weekend i have already changed the wires. any other suggestions? i was reading a previous post about changing an O2 sensior but i dont think mine is bad... because my SRS light hasnt triggered, i may be wrong. also anoher thing i must mention i think im running rich because i cansmell gas in my cabin when the windows are up also my exaust is pretty strong not over kill but its potent

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RE: horrible gas milage - 5/29/2008 12:07:02 PM

Sebba

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No check engine light?

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RE: horrible gas milage - 5/29/2008 12:48:34 PM

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he said it right in his post that he didnt have a light

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Start with the plugs and make sure they are properly gapped. Even if they say they are "pregapped" it may be wrong. On a GS you want between 0.050 and 0.052. If that doesnt work then just replace the front 02 sensor. Even without a code it may be just giving the computer faulty info.

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RE: horrible gas milage - 5/29/2008 1:09:55 PM

ridingDSM0201

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well when i went to the parts store it said the plugs for my engine are .044 but i think ill trust a mits fan/machanic before i trust a honda buff. and could i also pick up the front o2 sens. at the parts store or would that be special order?

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RE: horrible gas milage - 5/29/2008 1:45:44 PM

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nah parts store should be fine

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RE: horrible gas milage - 5/31/2008 6:49:49 PM

dsm1990gsx

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Try replacing the 02 sensor, once they get a lot of miles they start to switch slow and it'll kill your mpg. And by the way the srs light is for your air bags.

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