2004 Honda Accord BLACK SMOKE FROM EXHAUST AND HIGH FUEL IN

2004 HONDA ACCORD

62,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL

ALEXALLOTEY

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My honda accord gives very heavy black smoke and soot from exhaust when I accelerate or reve the car. The diesel (fuel) consumption is very high (7.5 miles to a liter of diesel). What can I do to sollve this problem?

Nov 3, 2008 at 2:37 PM

KHLOW2008

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Hi alexallotey,

Check the basics first.
1. Air filter. If it is badly clogged, black smoke coupled with lack of power is evident.
2. Fuel quality. Was fuel contaminated?

If both above does not help, you need to check/service the fuel pump.

Nov 4, 2008 at 12:17 PM

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