Why Is My Car Not Accelerating Properly?

Cars are fine-tuned machines that need all of their parts working in harmony to give you peak performance. When something is off, you will likely notice it right away. One frustrating and potentially dangerous issue that some vehicles develop is acceleration issues. Although a number of things can be happening, our team most commonly sees the following four problems.

1.) Dirty Fuel Filter

Dirt, sludge, and debris can build up over time in your fuel tank. It is your fuel filter's job to prevent this from making its way to the engine. When the filter is clogged, it may stop preventing the clean fuel from getting where it needs to go as well. This can make it much more difficult to get up to speed.

2.) Dirty Air Filter

Your engine needs both fuel and air to move your vehicle. An engine air filter works similarly to the fuel filter, aiming to keep debris out. Like a fuel filter, it can get clogged over time, which will result in poor performance.

3.) Malfunctioning TPS

Your engine's computer needs to know the positioning of the throttle valve opening so it can make the proper adjustments. The TPS is in charge of monitoring this angle and reporting to the computer. If this sensor is malfunctioning, acceleration issues will develop quickly.

4.) Dirty MAF or Oxygen Sensor

Sensors work together underneath your hood to ensure that your engine is getting the proper air/fuel mixture. When one of these sensors gets dirty, the mix becomes inaccurate. This is an issue that almost always triggers the check engine light, which provides a major clue when dealing with acceleration problems.

Our qualified team of service experts is here to help you determine why your car is not accelerating properly. Please schedule an appointment with us today.