1988 Honda Accord distributor and tach problems

1988 HONDA ACCORD
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JUSTIN WOOTO
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Engine Performance problem
1988 Honda Accord 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual

Why does my tachometer jump up and down when my car is surging during accelaration .what would be the compnents i need to check. i replaced the plug wire and fuel filter and that fixed it for aa while but now its back.
Dec 27, 2009 at 5:21 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi justin wooto,

If the tachometer is jumping wildly and not in relations to the engine speed, the ignition coils is most likely to be faulty.

The vehicle would be jerking badly during acceleration.
Dec 27, 2009 at 5:35 AM
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