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Anonymous Posted on Sep 01, 2009

1998 Honda Accord revs while idling

Got a 1998 Honda Accord that has sat around for way too many months. Idles fine but after it warms up a little it starts to rev up and down. I tried to bleed the coolant system -- no luck. Also tried this Prestone super flush- so far doesn't seem to work.
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Replace fuel filter when you can. but first, go to parts store and buy a can of SEAFOAM, and pour it in to at least 1/2 tank of PREMIUM gas. you have EGS(ethanol gas syndrome). With the car sitting, the ethanol has turned to goop and water, and is clogging your system. after changing fuel filter(it will probably be partially clogged), add SF to your fuel every 3-5000 miles, to eliminate this problem. you should also see a marked improvement in MPG. good luck.

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