Honda 1999 Shadow Aero VT1100C3 Owner's Manual page 161

If Your Engine Quits or Won't Start
~ SYMPTOM: Engine starts but runs poorly. (cont'd)
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POSSIBLE CAUSE ,__ ---1I~W"-'H-AT T O DO
sooty exhaust (rich fuel See your Honda dealer.
mixture)
detonates or pings under
load
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If applicable, switch to the recommended octane
gasoline (page 76) or change your brand of
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gasoline. If the problem persists, see your Honda
dealer.
afterfires (backfires) See your Honda dealer.
pre-ignition (runs on after
iunition switched OFF)
See your Honda dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected
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