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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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1990 Honda Accord EX, 2D Coupe, Standard
Idle Speed & Ignition Timing
1990 Honda Accord EX, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Idle Speed & Ignition Timing
Ensure idle speed and ignition timing are set to specification. For adjustment procedures, see ADJUSTMENTS article.
IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS (1)
| Application | RPM | |||||
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| Accord | ||||||
| Manual Transmission | 700-800 | |||||
| Automatic Transmission (1) | 700-800 | |||||
| Fast Idle | (2) | |||||
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IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)
| Application | Setting | ||||
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| Accord | |||||
| Automatic Transmission (1) | 13-17 @ 700-800 | ||||
| Manual Transmission | |||||
| California | 8-12 @ 700-800 | ||||
| Federal | 13-17 @ 700-800 | ||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.