2001 Honda Civic hesitatation

2001 HONDA CIVIC
104,500 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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GIZMO0706
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I have a 2001 Honda Civic with 104000 miles. After a cold start the car hesitates when shifting from 1st to second gear. Pushing the accelerator harder doesnt' help. I have to let off the accelerator and then after it will accelerate and runs fine. I thought maybe it was the fuel filter but the honda dealer said that there is no fuel filter to change. What do you think?
thanks
Jul 10, 2008 at 10:38 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi gizmo0706,

I don't think it is the fuel filter.

Is the check engine light showing?

I would suspect the Throttle Position Sensor or a faulty O2 sensor. It could be the linear solenoid or a sticking shift control valve. Maybe a ATF fluid change might help.
Jul 11, 2008 at 4:01 AM
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