Counter clockwise Is that counter clockwise to tighten or loosen? (i.e. RH or LH threads)
In a 1990 LX it is under the passenger seat.
look at the lower rear end of the engine on the passenger side
Under the passenger side of the dashboard.
On the 4 cylinder models, it is on the passenger side of the valve cover.
between the engine and the drive wheels
It is on the passenger side of the radiater. The surge tank and cap are on the driver side
On the passenger side, under a cover in front of the door, on the side of footwell
One possibility is brake(s) locking up.
Firing Order Is 1-3-4-2
i just replaced mine look around the passenger side head light area
I have a 1989 Probe and also had a tick, I found that the exhaust manifold bolts were loose. I removed the heat shield and tighten the bolts. NO MORE TICK
Yes, I believe it is a front wheel drive vehicle. They stopped making rear drive cars in the late 80's and early 90's.