Yes it can.
Check the 1989 Honda Accords timing. If the engine has jumped time then the engine will buck and sputter.
check ditributor cap and rotor and spark plug wires
Coolant may have leaked into an electrical connection while disconnecting the hoses. Check the sensors located on the front of the engine and make sure that all electrical connections are dry.
Check for codes... It maybe a bad coilpack. Or bad sparkplugs.
check for tune-up. chack mass air flow meter.
Check the catalytic converter for leaks.
Could be many reasons. If the check engine light is illuminated, check for codes first.
check the coolant level
No, low gas cannot cause a Check Engine light to turn on. There would have to be a problem within the engine or the engine wiring for that light to come on.
I think you're on the right track. FInd out what the code is but the fuel filter sounds pretty suspicious to me.
There are pages and pages of things that can cause a check engine light. You need to have it checked with a scantool. Then the code can be diagnosed and repaired.
Engine missfire. Cylinder #4