Hello, this is my first post! I have a 1997 Civic EX Sedan and lately I've noticed a big decrease in low end power. It's to the point where I have to shift down to 3rd or even 2nd gear (I have an AUTO) to go up slight declines. There are no engine mods what-so-ever to it right now. Would a CAI help? I have a feeling it may be gaskets or something like that.

 

how many miles, what maintenance have you done on it ?

 

It has 177k on it and just normal maintenance. I guess I should just take it into a shop but I just wanted to see if anyone knew what might cause low end power loss. Thanks!

 

some poss. causes at that mileage are cat, fuel pump or fuel filter, check you're tranny poss. torque converter problems