Dodge Caravan pinging

Tiny
WARREN
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Hi, I own a 1993 Dodge Caravan with 146,000 miles on it. The vehicle runs fine {starts ok idles ok} but when it gets up to operating temp. There is a slight ping if you step on the gas lightly. If you push the accelerator down so it downshifts it will subside except if I'm climbing a steep grade. I don't sense a power loss but I know the pinging can be harmful to the engine. What do I need to check or any suggestions on what specifically it might be. Thanks, Warren
Thursday, June 8th, 2006 AT 12:29 PM

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Tiny
MISSTHREE
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Try to use LUCAS COMPLETE FUEL TREATMENT and run a higher octane fuel for a few tanks, it may work it may not but in my experiences LUCAS is the best you can get it at your local parts store, also try changing the fuel filter, air filter, plugs, wires, it may just need a good tune up
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Thursday, June 15th, 2006 AT 2:40 PM
Tiny
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Whats the engine
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Friday, June 16th, 2006 AT 10:06 AM

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