Brad wrote:
> I have a 96 civic EX with 110k on it. It has been a great car, the only
> thing I have ever had to replace was the alternator and battery. I replaced
> the timing belt not too long ago just to get it out of the way.
>
> The engine however many times make a deep knocking when in low gear or going
> up a hill, especially when the engine is cold. The dealer could not find
> anything and suggested moving up an octane. I am curious if I should some
> STP treatment to clean out the engine. I am not very car savy---cant even
> change my own oil---so is the STP stuff safe?
>
> Any other advice to take care of the engine? All my driving is stop and go
> and I get the oil changed every 3k.
>

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Read the part in your manual about 'maximum shift points'. I wonder if
you're not reving the engine high enough.

You won't hurt it by reving higher, but you will if you let it 'lug'.

A can of injector cleaner twice a year wouldn't hurt at all, too

'Curly'