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Old 11-25-2008 | 12:09 AM
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just recently i have been having problems with my car when i start to accelerate. the car shakes and it feels like im about to stall it even if its revd at 3k. its a 2000 civic ex
 
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Old 11-25-2008 | 07:24 AM
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do you have a cel? more info plz.
 
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Old 11-25-2008 | 08:00 AM
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If the CEL is not on (or if it is on, and the codes are "misfire"), start by changing the spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap and rotor.
 
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Old 11-25-2008 | 08:04 AM
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if cel, most likely a misfire due to ignition or o2 sensor depending on if you've changing anything recently that would cause the sputtering.
 
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Old 11-26-2008 | 03:04 PM
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It could be bad gasoline. Try another tank of gas from a different station.
 
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Old 11-29-2008 | 10:26 PM
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k i just installed a new o2 sensor because my last one was bad apperantlyand a new knock sensor because the last one somehow broke. i ave no cel....everything seems clean xept that sputtering AND.....my car does not reach its rev limit wich is 7.25 and max speed of 120 is now less than 115......
 
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Old 11-29-2008 | 10:48 PM
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well smart car.. you shouldnt be going that fast anyway
 
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Old 11-30-2008 | 12:09 AM
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lol, well i did end up finding a code but it has 2 meanings for it in my book. i jumped the service wire under the passenger side to find any troubles and the check eng. light just gave me a solid long nonstop flash...it never blinked as a matter of fact. other noticable things are my engninge gets wicked loud at 5+ rpm and i dont notice my vtech kickn in either
 
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Old 12-01-2008 | 08:18 PM
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are you f*in serious? vtech? are you trying to just be an *** on this forum or do you just not have a damn clue how to talk!?
 
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