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I have a 2002 Impala that has a slow take off then it drives normal. What could it be

Tiny
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I have changed the o2 sensor, did a oil change
Friday, March 30th, 2012 AT 2:03 AM

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Tiny
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I would look at the cat converter. It may be clogged.

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Friday, March 30th, 2012 AT 2:08 AM
Tiny
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Go to this walk thru link: http://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-hesitates
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Friday, March 30th, 2012 AT 2:10 AM
Tiny
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I took it 2 a shop they said it was something with the transmission. If so how do you know if you need another transmission
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Friday, March 30th, 2012 AT 2:24 AM
Tiny
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You need to trust someones word that is checking it for you.

Get a second opinion if it will make you feel more confident.

Roy
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Friday, March 30th, 2012 AT 2:28 AM

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