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Old Apr 29, 2003
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My car was serviced about a month ago.. I know I know..
I noticed that when I punch the gas the car does not accelerate as quick as b4, I have not got around to check the spark plugs but I was told they were checked at the dealer and they said it was good... Lets say I take off in first about 4000 rpm it seems like the gas cuts off or something and come back keeping the car from accelerating this is starting to **** me off.. about to go back to the dealer... any suggestions...
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Check the oil level....My dealer over filled it once and it slowed me down...I do it myself now...Can't trust the dealer as far as I can throw'm ...punks.....Could be bad fuel filter or dirty injectors too....Get a fresh tank of gas and put some STP injector cleaner it it after you either change the oil or check to see if it's over filled. Check your air element too......Just my 2 cents
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Air filter was cleaned K&N, the oil lever is good, how can you tell if there is a bad fuel filter?? Injecter cleaner I did about 10,000 miles ago should I do it again? First time I feel lost about an issue with my car usually Im on top of things...thanx 4 ur 2cents
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Add fuel injector cleaner @ every oil change. You'd be suprised at the crap in the gas station's tanks. Real scary.
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also remember it is getting warmer and the civics are *VERY* sensitive to climate changes...
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