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Running lean PLEASE HELP

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Old Jan 21, 2022 | 05:08 PM
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Default Running lean PLEASE HELP

So I just did a transmission swap on my 95 Honda Accord lx I put everything back together but when I start the car it smells really bad from the exhaust and it is running really lean idk if I hooked up a ground or something wrong but if anyone has tips please help
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Old Jan 24, 2022 | 06:46 AM
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Default Re: Running lean PLEASE HELP

Sounds like a vacuum leak. Check all the hoses connected to the intake. I know I sometimes forget one and it will still start and run, but not well.
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Old Jan 24, 2022 | 12:07 PM
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Default Re: Running lean PLEASE HELP

What does it smell like, sweet, sour, sulphur (eggs) or like gas?

How do you know that it's running lean?
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