What does it mean when there is no throttle response?
There is no throttle response until wide open throttle. This means the motor that moves the throttle plate is not functioning at all. The throttle cable does not directly move the throttle plate, it moves a potentiometer, which the ECU uses to determine the duty cycle for the throttle motor, opening the throttle plate to the desired opening angle.
When is a bad throttle position sensor a warning sign?
Engine won’t idle smoothly, idles too slowly, or stalls If you start to experience engine misfires, stalling, or rough idling when the car is stopped, it can also be a warning sign of a failing TPS. You don’t want to wait to get this checked out!
Can a poor throttle response be a bummer?
Poor throttle response can be a bummer for most drivers, particularly those who relish in high-performance vehicles. Luxury imports like Porsche, Mercedes, Audi, and BMW should be driven with vigor; there is no place for throttle issues.
Where to get help for poor throttle response?
In the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and New York, NY, areas it can be especially difficult to locate a reputable automotive shop; it is important to listen to what the community has to say about various shops before choosing one to treat your vehicle’s poor throttle response issues.
What kind of car has no throttle response?
stephenmpls July 4, 2016, 9:25pm #1 I’ve got an ’04 VW Golf that has recently taken to occasional bouts of no throttle response from the accelerator pedal. This has happened a handful of times during the past few months and until this morning occured only while driving on the highway at a constant rate of speed (~58-60mph).
Why does my VW Golf have no throttle response?
I’ve got an ’04 VW Golf that has recently taken to occasional bouts of no throttle response from the accelerator pedal. This has happened a handful of times during the past few months and until this morning occured only while driving on the highway at a constant rate of speed (~58-60mph).
What should I do if my throttle response is low?
The first place that an automotive technician will likely inspect when the throttle response is low is the fuel filter. The filter is responsible for removing debris to avoid engine issues and to improve fuel economy.
Poor throttle response can be a bummer for most drivers, particularly those who relish in high-performance vehicles. Luxury imports like Porsche, Mercedes, Audi, and BMW should be driven with vigor; there is no place for throttle issues.