Why Your Car Won't Go When You Step On The Gas Pedal
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- Опубликовано: 14 окт 2023
- Are you hitting the gas pedal to accelerate or take off from a stop light and find your car has little or no power? Watch to find out what exactly is going on!!
Many of the reasons your car has lost power will throw a check engine light and can be found out with a code reader. Many reasons though will not and can only be diagnosed with other means. In this video Josh shows you how to quickly diagnose both the simple and the more complicated causes and how to fix them.
Some causes are more straight forward than others so make sure to watch to the end so you don't miss anything!
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Thank you for such a helpful video. Everything was explained very clearly. Concise and to the point. I am not a certified mechanic, but lord knows I have worked on all of my cars within the last 60 years of my life and can say that this video was right on! Thank you so very much!
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for the video..
I have a ford ranger ,it cranks but no start..there's no feed to the injector nozzle.. Why is that?
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Thanks, will do!
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I have a Hyundai Tucson 2018.
I was on the Highway and I started loosing Power.
I exit the Highway pull into a parking lot.
Realized my oil was extremely low.
I put in the required amount of oil.
Stared the Vehicle and I got a heavy Vibration rambling.
I pull into the Auto Zone got a Check from one of the Representatives.
Report stated the Knock Sensor was bad.
I started driving home.
I was literally Crawling down the Road.
Oh Man I know I annoyed lots of people
While trying to get home.
Anyway I made it home.
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Like myself I’m a Free Lance Electrician.
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Looking for someone to explain to me why my Hyundai Tucson 2918.
Doing what it’s doing.
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On this topic and other related topics.
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my car is reving but does not accelerate
@@kianong342 mine doesnt rev, just moves 10 mps acceleration pedal does nothing
Super helpful. I just got an 99' 4runner V6 and was running slower then when i had my 03 Tacoma V6. So, ill try and check those out you mentioned. Thanks
I'm checking the easy things first thanks Bro you were a big help 😊👍
You always got a 😊 up. Great job bro
Great video I have done everything and more in this video now I’m thinking loose throttle accelerator cable
Great video 😊
Thank you for your very helpful and knowledgeable skills much appreciated
Hey watching from 🇨🇦 that’s very informative video’s have a a good day dude!
Hey, thanks!
No problem dude happy watching your videos.
Thank you so much, very helpful video
You are welcome!
I have a 04 Camry and the check engine is on but it won't accelerate thanks for the info I will try the code reader see if head gasket is the issue
Any decent code reader would you recommend?
I have a 2011 honda pilot
TIA
Very helpful video
I only drove my truck about 2 a month for small errands and it sat for about 5 months in the sun, i live in south west Florida. Can the gasoline from sitting for so long make it shake like if its wanting to shut of and also no acceleration past 15 mph
if you have no check engine light and it still lack of firing and grab clear jar and pull fuel line from tank to filter and pour in jar and leave it few hours and come back and check it if you see clear under yellow and yellow above clear it mean you got water in tank it time drop tank and replace fuel but you cant get hose in gas nozzle because 1990 above have trapper on tank between hose and fuel tank
basics is check oils make sure have enough oils in pan alot time no oils it burn engine out cause it misfire and blowby (alot of air coming out of valve cover) and transmission fluid good and check air filter make sure not clogged or dirty and check for hose air leaks ( sound like hissss when rev engine up ) if no noise them move on to fuel filter and check fuel and if no water clear colors them replace filter if still misfire no check engine light them take flat belt off and check for any worn or stuck drive belt pulley like alternaro or water pump or ac or else on engine if no them pull vent hose off intake go to valve cover and start up engine if you you feel alot of air blowout not suck back in them issues with piston ring shot or wall just save yourself a headache i been working ton of car n truck and i get called almost every day about car or truck
( if you own gm truck like chevy or gmc them you have bad cam and bad push rod roller because GM refuse recalls)
Thank you very helpfull idea
Thanks. I think mine is an O2 sensor. Much appreciated.
2011 Nissan Quest. 116,000 miles. Getting intermittent dash light that says "Brake" and shows a battery symbol. Battery is new. Alternator and wiring checked by a shop and i was told they are fine. Can drive the van a couple miles or many miles with no issue until, seemingly randomly, I'll try to accelerate from a stop and I'll get no power. No revving sound. No RPMs. Once in park however, it will rev and show RPMs. If I shut the vehicle off it won't restart until I let it sit quite a while and then it can be turned back on. Radiator and thermostat replaced 2 weeks ago due to shop claiming this issue was caused by a leak and overheating yet the issue is still present and same as it was prior to the repair. Checked the air filter which looks good. Also checked transmission fluid which looks good. I'd appreciate any other advice you may have to save me another huge repair bill or having to get rid of the vehicle.
@budgetmechanic I have the same problem but intermittently in the Honda City 2007 zx variant. Got the spark plug serviced a few months back. But again this problem starts occurred. Any suggestions
2008 Sonata. Engine not running well. Have to sometimes start it a couple of times before it will run. When running I have to feather the gas pedal when coming from a full stop or when going very slow in order to keep the engine running. After it picks up speed the engine will accelerate fine but it feels like a cylinder may be misfiring every so often. Any idea what's causing this?
I have a code P2122. I took off the APPS(with the accelerator pedal)and unplugged the connector. I tested the terminals and of the two wires that bring in 5 volts from the car side connector, only one is providing sufficient voltage. Don’t see bad wire issue but still could be the case. Maybe computer is purposely not sending voltage due to other issue. Car accelerates good until you need to quickly accelerate like when on the on-ramp entering an expressway. Then it won’t give acceleration needed. Computer seems to be handling all other functions just fine. This problem is not the sensor on the pedal (APPS).
Hole in intake or exhaust manifold. And lambda dirt from lean mixture its work give correct signal to ECU. Died bearing in gear box.
Thank you 🙏
Thank you bro
I m having error code P1771 and P1786 in my Mitsubishi Lancer ex, please advise whats need to be repair. Also less power in engine while accelerating
I am experiencing an issue with my car (Quasqai 2007, petrol, manual). I am unable to accelerate beyond 60-70, and when I attempt to do so, the RPM remains constant, not reaching 70. Despite recently changing the clutch kit as advised by the mechanic, the problem persists. What steps can I take to address and resolve this issue? Pleases
I love you teacher.
Thanks!
I have a problem with 02 sentra ser spec v out of no where loses response on the pedal i shut it off start it back up and works back to normal starting to do this more
4x4 Turbo diesel.. engine idles fine, get a clacking sound only whilst accelerating. Once up 2 speed foot off no sound. Replaced exhaust, but not the Cat. Recently serviced
(PLEASE/HELP)
I have a 2003 honda accord 4 cylinder. When I put my foot on the pedal is slow to accelerate. It likes to fly but when I take my foot off tje pedal it slows down. It seems like it down shifts or something and buzzing noise. As soon as I put my foot back on tje pedal it runs smoothly and speeds up quickly. I'm not great with cars and still learning everything I can I just wanted someone's point of view of it
This was so helpful! Thank you
I have Vento TSI with DSG Gear box. One day, the entire tire got submerged in flood water while it was parked in the parking lot. Due to this the gear lever was not moving from parking. P was flashing in the dashboard. I saw a video on you tube in which it was told that after locking the door of the car from inside, turning on the ignition, pressing the gas pedal for 30 seconds and then starting the gear box gets reset, do the whole process as told. Gave. After starting, the gears did not shift properly but there was a rattling sound and the engine noise started getting louder. R.P.M. They last longer and also have a slight vibration. Please tell what should be done to normalize RPM? Why has the engine started making more noise? After submerging in flood water and before the above process, the RPM and sound of the engine was like a brand new car. Please help me.
If a car is submerged in water, many of the electronic systems could be compromised, not to mention water getting into the actually motor. I would start by changing the oil and the scanning for trouble codes to hopefully track down specific electrical issues
Here's a question
You said about the slipping transmission. But what about having those symptoms of it slipping exactly as you said but it's not actually slipping. I ask because I have this problem and I changed the transmission but it didn't cure it.
Map air flow sensor mine did the same thing I thought my cat or the worse the Trans, I started with the cheap part bam a 30 dollar part depending on the year make model mine was 100 3800 series 3 best engine ever made but yah I got the cat code also and it wasn't the right part go with the map air sensor I couldn't hit 30mph good luck also check the throttle body that can do it also do not even move the butterfly it will ruin the who part have some press the gas pedal and look if it's dirty and won't close because it's all Carb up easy clean I did it my self chic if that matters lol
i feel like my car relates to the clogged catalytic converter bc i smelled gas in the car when it went out but how can i test when it won’t start?
Can this happen if i only have that and no motor?
I was loosing acceleration and notice fluid splashing from front of my chargers hood and after safely parking i notice fluid spill on the radiator and ac condenser area was purple in color and i believe is transmission fluid.
Help me out for when you drive the Toyota sienna 2011 go on the road the noise to loud in front?
Check out our video on noises and see if anything matches
I’m driving a small ford truck and when I press on the accelerator it doesn’t go as fast and my engine is roaring what could be the problem?
Hi, my throttle is behaving weird in a way that maybe you know the answer to.
If I press the pedal from 0% to 100% it's not reacting to the equal amount.
Sometimes if a press the throttle 80% to the floor it's reacting like I've only pressed 20% and vice versa. And sometimes I can accelerate up to 60mph and then the car is unable to accelerate further. It stops a for instance at 60mph then slowly loose speed down to 50mph even though I'm giving it 100% gas.
First the Error Code showed that there was a problem with the Lambda Sensor but the problem persists even though it's been replaced. no other error codes shown.
Any thoughts?
Maybe inspect throttle position sensor
I have a 90 Chev Beretta 3.1 car starts runs great but few seconds later like I turn key off for me stumped. Help
I have a 2000 century Buick everytime I stop at a stop sign or red light it takes my car forever to take off but it drives perfect in drive need help
I have any check engine light when idling. The moment I give throttle the code comes on
Mine will do that but will push once you let go of the accelerator and there will be a clunking sound underneath the car.
i was on a doordash delivery and suddenly the acceleration stopped..i looked under the hood and noticed a cable to the throttle broke off, its a plastic part, i tried zip tying it back on but no luck..would that be the issue? im still waiting for a tow
For something that important you need to replace the broken parts (cables, cable mounts, etc) with proper parts.
My issue I’m having is . My car will drive and accelerate but out of nowhere my car will be cruising and I’ll try to speed up but my rps won’t accelerate anymore and the rpm’s will hardly move … but engin is running but I slow down and pull over and restart car and I’m good … help
What sensor could cause that. ?
have the same exact issue man
@@BandaEstrellaDeGto did it just get cold where you stay !?
I have the same issue I have a 2005 ford taurus I drive for 4 miles and or pull over restart car and I'm good recently repaired po171, po174, po1405 in which turned out to be erg pressure sensor replacement, vacuum line replacement, and 3of 6 fuel injectors , with , four new 02oxygen sensor ; and still same issue 😅
What was the problem
Hi I got Lexus es350, 2007 model. very clean car, very smooth drive. But when i push the paddle it wont move fast but after may be a second it start moving fast. can you pls guide...
When you go down and feel your gas pedal does it move around a bit or feel normal?
@@Taylorina8X it’s normal and smooth
My 09 Matrix (220,000) sometimes runs great, I'll stop and then restart it, and it runs horrible. It throws a multiple misfire codes in cylinders 1 and 2. Clear codes restart, and it runs great, revs to 6000 RPM, starts right up, for A few rides then it happens again.
i have lack of power and my check engine light is a p1607 could that cause the problem? I also have a tcs light on.
Doesn’t sound like fuel pump, google that code
My mechanic blaming transmission. I cant move from stop light. I have af sensor light but I just replaced the sensor but the engine light returns.
My bmw will start but when putting my foot on the gas it dies I have no power at all my rpm want go up at all what is it
My problem is I would press the gas pedal, RPM would raise but it would drive slow( 20mph the most). It would also jerk a little as I press the gas pedal a little. Another bid factor!, a burning smell would be in and around the car🫠.
How did you fix it
ECU problem data from sensor goes correct but not reading correct in engine ECU. Blocked injectors dirt into injectors high mileage
Will you do a vido on barkes ihad brakes,rotors,and calipers replaced on front brakes now that didn't fix it now my back tire and still front tires are getting hot and smoking and i don't understand why because my back wheels were fine no problem until I had the frount brakes, rotors, and calipers fixed .Do you know what may have caused this problem can't drive because all 4 wheels get hot and smoke
What about when you hit the gas, no acceleration for a few seconds, then a gradual increase in speed. BUT, can reset by turning the engine off then on again. Happens again later in drive. This only happens in weather 50 degrees or greater. Never get codes either.
I would check feel pressure, could be pump
My trailblazer won’t go anymore on drive or reverse or any gear car just stopped going one day after work..
Mine is kia sportage 2012 same accelerator problem
O2 sensor sometimes will
do it
Facts
Fax
My engine light is on and stability is on too. Has no power. We replaced the ignition coil and spark plugs. My car is a 2013 Chevy Impala LT V6
Was that the problem
What's the code?
I don’t have a air filter box in my g35 is that a problem ? 😂
My BMW will start but when giving gas it dies no rpm at all what is that
I simply bypassed the heater core on my antique 4 cylinder Nissan truck and now it only gets 8 miles per gallon..... Temperature gauge is fine and has plenty of power
That should not effect your mpg! Did you break a vacuum line while you were at it??
@@BudgetMechanicHawaii I checked the vacuum lines about an hour ago I don't see anything unplugged but I put the bypass about 11" lower down than were at previously was... There was only 1 vacuum line in the way And I never disconnected it because I never changed the heater hoses they're hard to get to Going into the engine block.... I also disconnected the air conditioning and captured all the Freon on the same day that I put on the bypass.... The belt drive to the air conditioning has been removed for years... It's an older truck but It was a full tank just 2 days ago and now it's half a tank and I just went to the auto parts store a couple of times which is only 2.2 miles away... I went to McDonald's a couple of times that's about it Maybe drove about 36 miles and used 1⁄2 a tank again
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i need help too . i changed my oil my oil level is perfect, did everything right but the day after, my gas pedal is hard and acceleration is fine but it makes a roaring when im trying to speed up 😟
qnd its a hybrid so its mostly quiet but it sounds wnd feels like its struggling
or rough
My car is a 2021 Ford Explorer and I’ll explain what happens with it. Sometimes when I want to turn into a main road without stopping it feels like the car doesn’t know how to respond to the throttle for about 3 seconds then suddenly go into gear and accelerates normally. If anyone know what’s wrong with it please come forward. By the way it’s still under warranty.
why my 2007 nissan sentra 2.0 no accelerator responding after it get warn?
Same problem after it heats up did you find your problem ?
Yes. Speed Senor thanks
Hello beautiful Hawaii
maybe i'm paranoid but I was worried there when his right arm was on the red pole and left arm was near the black of the battery...
My bmw starts and stays running but when I step on the gas it won't move and I have no codes showing
Car won't go forward but reverses, even on flat, there is hesitancy. Could it be the transmission.
Neutral safety switch possibly
I was on interstate driving about 60 in the overdrive light came on I stopped now the truck is in lamp mode
OD light coming on points to a transmission problem. Check trans fluid level immediately
My automatic car starts but vibrates when in gear and won’t move. Accelerator not making raving noise
My car looses power when I drive it's so heavy
My truck started doing this after I installed a cold air intake idk wats going on.
It's getting too much air not much fuel tuning the ECU might get rid of it
Thanks man. That’s wat I’m doing.
Im staying with the carburettor motor
put restrictor in the heater hose line ....gas mpg normal now....heater core gone....
How does heater core effect your acceleration power?
@@BudgetMechanicHawaii ... The heater core bypass lowers the coolant temperature through the throttle body then computer richens the mixture giving you more horsepower
yeah, thats a pretty rare issue
As hens teeth?
lol had to look that one up@@BudgetMechanicHawaii
How do we hire you? On oahu
Sorry, I am stranded on the big island!
@@BudgetMechanicHawaii ahh my fave island!
*Oil in the coolant!!*
When a head gasket is bad, it doesn't prevent the path of the oil from spelling oil in the coolant path. Eventually you will see oil in the coolant
Yes call drive by wire not mechanical
I have this but no lights coming on … automatic car
My problem is I press the gas and it won’t go over 3000 rpm and it will slowly go up to speed and it will randomly die
I am also having the same issue but 2,000rpm
Any luck?
Anything I’m under my car rn 😮💨
Mines does/ did the same. I just deleted my cat and it’s better but there somn in the engine that’s the culprit
It's very 😢
Yo BudgetMechnanic, i got a Volkswagen and 10 minutes its running good. After them 10 minutes the rpm starts to go down quick. Took off the high pressure fuel pump and the cam follower got broken, i replaced it and it still doing the same problem. changed the fuel pump too but still🤣🤣🤣...anyone can help?
That sound like a lot of guessing...no good gestión.
My problem is the car will drive fine and then going up hill it won’t accelerate or it will shut off after a while of trying to accelerate
I would say get that fuel pressure checked!
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Because it's a FORD.....😂😂
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You always got a 😊 up. Great job bro
Thank you 🙏
You’re welcome 😊
My BMW will start but when giving gas it dies no rpm at all what is that
Check your fuel line and pump
My BMW will start but when giving gas it dies no rpm at all what is that
That’ll be a BMW for you