If the spark plugs haven't been changed lately, I'd start there and give
it some premium gas. I've noticed that my 98 DX Hatch doesn't like the
regular gas when it's hot and humid outside.

Pars

disallow wrote:

> Hey there,
>
> My 98 Civic (SOHC non-VTec) has 194000km on it.
>
> Until last week, it has been running like a top! but suddenly
> it seems to not be doing as well on fuel, and seems to 'skip'
> while idling. Also, I seem to be able to smell some
> unburnt fuel inside the car.
>
> I checked the PCV system, its all good, just wondering if
> anyone has any bright ideas as to what to check?
>
> t