help car won't accelerate properly

2006 HONDA ACCORD
87,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TYDIDDYC
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2006 honda accord ex 6cylinder.. check engine light came on and car slowed down on highway.. now it takes a while to accelerate..what could be the problem?
Aug 22, 2011 at 1:23 PM
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RASMATAZ
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https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-hesitates

Could be caused by one of the following below

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.
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 and keep testing.
Aug 22, 2011 at 1:27 PM
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