Why is my GM Truck bogging down on hard acceleration?
If your not using delco plugs in this motor that can be a big contributor to your problem. GM vortec engines hate anything but vortec plugs and will do all kinds of weird things. And yes a clogged converter could cause this sort of thing to happen. Are the O2 codes upstream or downstream?
Why is my car surging at idle speed?
When an engine’s computer can “hunt” or “surge” at cruising or idle speeds it is searching for program compliance, there is a problem elsewhere in the system.
What causes idle surges on a car ECM?
Idle surging can be caused due to other issues in the car, but if it happens in conjunction with other throttle position sensor symptoms, the culprit is often the TPS. At idle, the ECM will not get the correct information and the throttle will variate randomly causing idle surges.
Why is my GM Vortec engine bogging down?
If so look into a vacuume leak or possibly bad igntion components. If your not using delco plugs in this motor that can be a big contributor to your problem. GM vortec engines hate anything but vortec plugs and will do all kinds of weird things. And yes a clogged converter could cause this sort of thing to happen.
If your not using delco plugs in this motor that can be a big contributor to your problem. GM vortec engines hate anything but vortec plugs and will do all kinds of weird things. And yes a clogged converter could cause this sort of thing to happen. Are the O2 codes upstream or downstream?
What causes a Chevy Silverado engine to surge?
My 1999 silverado with the 5.3 engine. the motor will occasionally surge at crusing speeds between 40 and 60 mph. I figured out how to induce it by letting off the gas and quickly giving it 1/4 throttle and about half the time this will cause the engine to surge.
Idle surging can be caused due to other issues in the car, but if it happens in conjunction with other throttle position sensor symptoms, the culprit is often the TPS. At idle, the ECM will not get the correct information and the throttle will variate randomly causing idle surges.
How much does a GMC Sierra engine hesitate during acceleration?
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What causes a truck to hesitate when accelerating?
Hesitates When Accelerating: the Initial Problem Was the Truck The initial problem was the truck stalled and died. The following parts have been replaced: spark plugs, wires, fuel filter, distributor, cap, rotor, pick up coil, map sensor, throttle position sensor, and idle air control valve.
Why is my car not accelerating at all?
It is in those situations that drivers will come to notice the obvious slow acceleration and the fact that the engine of their vehicle is struggling to keep up. Read also: Symptoms of a Faulty Speed Sensor in Your Vehicle Table of Contents Common Causes of Car That Won’t Properly Accelerate #1 – Mass Air Flow Sensor Clogged or Malfunctioned
What kind of acceleration does a Vortec 350 have?
My vortec 350 starts right up idles fine and accelerates only as long as I stay under 2000 to 2200 rpms. If I floor it the engine just falls flat on its face while in drive.
Why does my Chevy 1500 hesitate under acceleration?
Hesitation under heavy acceleration: 1st gear @ 20mph, 2nd gear @ 30mph, accelerates nicely to these points, then abruptly hesitates as if ‘bogging’ down. Have rebuilt throttle body, replace you either have a plugged fuel filter, a plugged converter or a bad mass air flow sensor
What’s the problem with my 1997 Chevy Silverado?
I have a 1997 chevy 1500 siverado with a 5.7 vortec that has been having a problem for about 6 months now. The truck starts, idles, and revs normally and when accellarating slowly everything works just fine, but once you get past half throttle it falls on its face and acts like it has a clogged fuel filter or bad fuel pump.
Why is my Chevy Suburban bogging down on hard acceleration?
I have a 97 Suburban 5.7, 2wd. On hard acceleration it is bogging down like there is to much air, because sometimes it backfires. Or a plugged exhaust. I replaced the fuel pump-because it was bad in July.
What to do with a 98 Chevy 1500?
I want u to clean the air intake valve and idle speed control valve, follow the procedure below.
Why does my Silverado go slower past half Trottle?
The truck starts, idles, and revs normally and when accellarating slowly everything works just fine, but once you get past half throttle it falls on its face and acts like it has a clogged fuel filter or bad fuel pump. It actually goes slower than below half throttle. The bogging gets consistently worse the more throttle you give it.
I have a 1997 chevy 1500 siverado with a 5.7 vortec that has been having a problem for about 6 months now. The truck starts, idles, and revs normally and when accellarating slowly everything works just fine, but once you get past half throttle it falls on its face and acts like it has a clogged fuel filter or bad fuel pump.
What causes engine to bog down when giving throttle?
Driving along at about 40-50mph and I go to accelerate and a get a shuttering/bogging down of the engine and have no real throttle. If I gently press down on the petal I can accelerate, but the moment I try and step on it I get the symptoms described above.
How can I accelerate with no throttle in my truck?
New issue that’s just come up in my truck. Driving along at about 40-50mph and I go to accelerate and a get a shuttering/bogging down of the engine and have no real throttle. If I gently press down on the petal I can accelerate, but the moment I try and step on it I get the symptoms described above.
How to test throttle position sensor ( GM 4.3L )?
You can find this tutorial in Spanish here: Cómo Probar El Sensor TPS (1996-2004 GM 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L) (at: autotecnico-online.com ). Beside the check engine light (CEL) being on and driving you nuts, your Chevy or GMC pick up (or SUV or van) may be experiencing one or several of the following symptoms:
What causes a car to shake when accelerating?
A stuck caliper starts to shake at 40 to 50 mph, and the vibration becomes worse with acceleration. When car vibrates when accelerating, it’s not unusual to get a whiff of burning odor when the car stops. #6. Broken Radiator Fan A cracked or damaged fan won’t hamper the engine operation in any way but it will lead to car shakes when accelerating.
Is the engine bogging under acceleration a good question?
Is this a good question? Try holding the choke while running at a good speed (15-20 mph). If running improves, you probably have an air leak in the engine. + very well stated question. You should write manuals 😉 I find none of the answers acceptable except the condensor because the problem occurs when the engine gets hot.
Why does my F150 shake when I press the brake?
If you notice that your steering wheel or the entire F150 is shaking more while you press on the brake it may be caused by: Brake rotors: Worn brake pads will make the vehicle shake as it touches the rotors. The pads may also stick to the caliper and cause shaking.