1993 Prelude fuel economy problems

Discussion in 'Prelude' started by vkutsevich, Jan 26, 2007.

  1. vkutsevich

    vkutsevich Guest

    I started having this problem quite a while ago. Now, since it got cold
    outside it became even worse. I am getting at least 30% drop in my MPG.
    On average I got about 24 MPG during normal highway and city driving.
    Now i get about 17 MPG.
    Recently I did full maintance on it. I have changed timing belt, spark
    plugs, wires etc. I have not noticed any changes in the fuel economy
    before and after my car got repaired.
    My check engine light is off. In the morning car starts normally.

    What should I check? Please advise.
    Thanks

    1993 Prelude 4WS
    2.3L engine
    175K miles
    manual
     
    vkutsevich, Jan 26, 2007
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  2. vkutsevich

    motsco_ Guest

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    If you're in Alaska, it might be normal. Are you warming it up according
    to the owner's manual?

    'Curly'
     
    motsco_, Jan 26, 2007
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  3. vkutsevich

    vkutsevich Guest

    I am in VA.
    Every morning I warm up my car for about 2-3 min and then drive slowly
    until engine reaches the normal temperature.
     
    vkutsevich, Jan 26, 2007
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    Elle Guest

    Consider everything listed at
    http://home.earthlink.net/~honda.lioness/id11.html

    Take seriously the counsel to use OEM for certain parts.

    I'd probably replace the PCV valve first.
     
    Elle, Jan 27, 2007
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  5. vkutsevich

    Jim Yanik Guest

    wrote in
    Air filter?
    Fuel mileage typically drops in winter temps. Northern gas stations change
    their fuel mixtures in winter,too.

    are you keeping your tires inflated properly?

    you could also need a tranny fluid replacement.
    Are you using the right engine oil grade? like a 5W30 if that's what's
    called for for your model.

    maybe a lazy O2 sensor? they can get "lazy" and not trigger a "check
    engine" light.
    They supposedly are only good for around 60-100K miles.
    OEM sensors are best.
     
    Jim Yanik, Jan 27, 2007
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  6. vkutsevich

    vkutsevich Guest

    Thanks for the tips guys!




     
    vkutsevich, Jan 29, 2007
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