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96 hatchback cx that jerks while driving

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Old May 4, 2011 | 09:51 AM
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i have a 96 honda civic hatchback cx which gives des grand coups sometimes when im driving!!is this the transmission slipping or what could it be if its not???
 
Old May 4, 2011 | 11:09 AM
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If it happens mostly at low rpm and heavy throttle, suspect weak sparks. Replace the wires, plugs, cap/rotor (in that order if you can't afford all at once.)
 
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