Can a bad accelerator pump cause the engine to stall?
In more serious cases of accelerator pump failure, rapidly pressing on the gas may cause the engine to stall, again due to the lean condition that can be created when the accelerator pump is not working.
When do you need to replace the accelerator pump?
If you experience rough acceleration and engine sputtering or stalling in your car, you may have to replace the accelerator pump. An accelerator pump is a component on a carburetor. It is commonly found on many older vehicles that are equipped with carburetors.
When do you step on the accelerator does the car start?
When you step on the accelerator while starting the engine, this opens the throttle plate which allows air into the engine. This then allows the engine to start. If you leave the key in the on position for 20 seconds before you try and start the car and it starts right away let us know.
What are the symptoms of an accelerator pump having a problem?
Rough acceleration. One of the most common symptoms that the accelerator pump is having a problem is rough or sluggish acceleration. The accelerator pump is supposed to provide additional fuel needed during acceleration.
If you experience rough acceleration and engine sputtering or stalling in your car, you may have to replace the accelerator pump. An accelerator pump is a component on a carburetor. It is commonly found on many older vehicles that are equipped with carburetors.
What does the accelerator pump do on a car?
It is commonly found on many older vehicles that are equipped with carburetors. The accelerator pump is responsible for providing the momentary additional fuel needed under heavy acceleration conditions. When the pedal is suddenly pressed, the throttle will suddenly open,…
When you step on the accelerator while starting the engine, this opens the throttle plate which allows air into the engine. This then allows the engine to start. If you leave the key in the on position for 20 seconds before you try and start the car and it starts right away let us know.
In more serious cases of accelerator pump failure, rapidly pressing on the gas may cause the engine to stall, again due to the lean condition that can be created when the accelerator pump is not working.