Why does my car idle but wont Rev?
Mahalo. If there is an electronic throttle control fault the accelerator pedal may not respond. The problem may be as simple as a brake light switch stuck on. Plug in your diagnostic scan tool and go to work. Could the issue have been as simple as replacing an old dead battery?
What causes a car to start and stall?
Check to make sure your spark plug wires or ignition coils are seated properly on each of the spark plugs. A detached or malfunctioning spark plug wire will cause misfires and often a stall as the engine struggles to stay running on fewer cylinders.
Can you Rev a car by flipping the throttle plate?
Can you rev it by flipping the throttle plate by hand under the hood? If so, just check the throttle cable & its linkage. Check at the pedal and at the throttle body. If you’re thinking something like “what the heck is the throttle body?” then this might have been a bad idea. But everyone starts somewhere.
Why is the Accel pedal not working on my truck?
Having forgotten to fully re-assemble that tube afterwards, the computer had no clue that there was a demand ( accel pedal ) for more and wound not allow more fuel nor increased rpm. After a quick slap on my forehead and a simple re-assemble of the air intake duct, the truck ran perfect.
What happens when a car Idles but does not Rev?
Car starts, idles, but will not rev under any load. It will rev in Park or Neutral, but put it in gear and push down on the gas pedal and it will stutter and stall and will not move. Fuel pressure is good (65 psi at all rpm), exhaust is clear (i.e., no blockages).
Check to make sure your spark plug wires or ignition coils are seated properly on each of the spark plugs. A detached or malfunctioning spark plug wire will cause misfires and often a stall as the engine struggles to stay running on fewer cylinders.
Why does my car shut off when stepping on the gas pedal?
received a Car shuts off when stepping on gas pedal Inspection. Rough idling, frequent stalling, and inconsistent acceleration are all signs that something is amiss with your car. There are a number of systems that can cause this problem.
Can you rev it by flipping the throttle plate by hand under the hood? If so, just check the throttle cable & its linkage. Check at the pedal and at the throttle body. If you’re thinking something like “what the heck is the throttle body?” then this might have been a bad idea. But everyone starts somewhere.