1994 Honda Accord hesitation

1994 HONDA ACCORD
161,764 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DAVE NORTON
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my accord idles o.k. and runs good at high rpms, but seems like it misfires between 1600 and 2300 rpms. i have tuned it up and replaced the distributer. no change at all. please help.
Aug 13, 2010 at 5:34 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Lack of acceleration,chugging,hesitating,bogging,misfiring etc. could be caused by one of the following below:

Start here-inspect and test all the items below and comeback with results.

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Crankshaft position sensor
Knock sensor
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
False air leakage.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.

Note:If it doesn't apply disregard it.
Aug 13, 2010 at 5:45 PM
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