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    May 5, 2005, 09:55 AM
    Engine hesitates at low rpm
    Lately, my Civic hesitates when I step on the gas when at low rpms, like 2000-2500. It kind of slows down, then decides to go, then brakes some, then goes, giving me a few good kicks to the ribs. What could be the cause of this? Everything regarding ignition (wires, spark plugs, distributor cap and rotor) have all been replaced recently. I have 145k+ miles on the car, with stock motor and injectors. Could injectors go bad? It's a Dual Point Fuel Injection, meaning it only has 2 injectors and no fuel rail, so I couldn't pull the rail to see how it's squirting gas.

    Could it be that ignition is to advanced/retarded? At higher engine speeds (3000+) it never happens. Also, this is a huge issue in first gear.

    Thanks for any thoughts.

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