imported_crx168

Hi, I am experiencing slow throttle response on my 96 civic ex (Auto Tranny). anybody know what's wrong with it? when i gas from a green light, I have to step harder a bit on the pedal, so getting a sticky throttle. And when I gas harder, it lags a bit like 1/2 a second and then the car would go. Does anybody know why? and what is the fix for it?

Is it just a dirty throttle or would I need to change my throttle cable? would a tune up help? car has 177,000kms on it.

Also the CEL came on for 1 week and went back off. anybody know why? I'm suspecting it's the O2 sensor in which I'll probably change it soon. and am looking to change the spark plugs and wires also.

Please let me know what I can do to fix the throttle problem.
Thanks

imported_Mischev

try sea foaming it, and take it from there

imported_crx168

what's sea foam if i may ask?

DefconDave

Tune up wouldn't hurt, and your O2 sensor is a definite possibility. If you really want quick throttle response the Port the Throttle body.

imported_crx168

maybe not port the TB, I just want it as if there is no stickiness. I don't need to race it. lol

imported_Mischev

seafoam is sumthing u run thru your engine to clean out all the carbon, there is a write up in the DIY section