Hesitation and stutter when accelerating?

2016 HONDA ODYSSEY
75 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JRP1
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I am experiencing a noticeable hesitation and stutter while accelerating. It happens between 20-45 MPH. I have also noticed the RPM gauge jumping erratically while this happens.
Sep 17, 2023 at 9:30 AM
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Yep, this happens when the engine misfires, I would replace the spark plugs to start and run the codes because you may have an ignition coil going out. Here are guides to help and the instructions on how to do the job on your car in the images below:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Here is a generic guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-spark-plugs

Spark plug Type NGK DILZKR7A11G
Gap 1.0 - 1.1 mm (0.039 - 0.043 in)

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Sep 18, 2023 at 12:42 PM
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