Is it serious if I accidentally step on the accelerator while in P gear?
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Accidentally stepping on the accelerator once or twice while in P gear has no impact on the car. Below is relevant information about the car accelerator: 1. Function of the car accelerator: The accelerator in a gasoline car does not control the fuel injection amount but rather the throttle opening size. A smaller opening means less mixture enters the cylinder, resulting in lower engine power output, and vice versa. 2. Solution for a heavy accelerator pedal: If the accelerator pedal feels heavy, you can perform a fuel system cleaning. Alternatively, try continuing to accelerate to see if the engine speed increases but the speed does not. If this happens, it might be due to a damaged sensor inside the transmission locking the overdrive gear.