also sometimes it shakes, why is that?What causes low running mpg for 1996 honda civic?There are lots of factors that reduce your mpg. Sounds like you are losing power whether you are idle or constantly running on the freeway.
I would suggest you inspect and adjust your timing. Having improper timing can leave your cylinders in a position where it cannot combust properly to achieve maximum power. This is done by enabling the service pin with a paperclip and using a timing gun against your crankshaft pulley to observe the rotational marking. Adjustment is done by loosening the bolts on your distributor allowing you to slightly twist to advance (or retard) your timing.
You may also want to inspect the compression value for each cylinder using a compression gauge. Air leaks in your cylinders can also result in loss of power and efficiency. This is done one at a time by removing the sparkplug from the cylinder you want to inspect and replacing it with the compression gauge (firmly attached). Start your engine and let it crank for about 8 times, then read the PSI. If any of the cylinders are less than 135 PSI then you may have a slight leak; about 180 is maximum compression and very good.
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http://www.hondacivicrepairs.com/saving_鈥?/a>What causes low running mpg for 1996 honda civic?Needs a tune up...spark plugs, wires, ,maybe distributor cap...needs to be timed...This puppy will last 250,000 miles if you take care of her.What causes low running mpg for 1996 honda civic?A lead foot lol no it should just need a tune up plugs,dist cap rotor, i would also do the plug wires, air filter and a oil change. regular maintenance and your honda will run 4ever i have a 96 integra with 196+mi no prob and my 96 civic dx has 179+mi not a problem only major cost has been the timing belt services i get great milage in both about 24-31 in the integra with a 1.8liter and 28-38 in the civic good luck
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