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    SimplyTK Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 23, 2009, 02:48 PM
    What could be causing the RPM in my car to be bouncing around when accelerating?
    It is not a steady increase. It's bounces from 3 to 8 and all over in between

    It's a '92 Honda Accord LX
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    Nov 23, 2009, 03:20 PM

    Replace the Ignition Control Module (ICM) inside the distributor. The BLU wire from the ICM goes directly to the tachometer. Classic sign the ICM is failing. Here's how to replace it yourself:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post265896
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    Oct 27, 2011, 01:54 AM
    Check the antifreeze hondas do that when the antifreez goes down.
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