What are the reasons for slow acceleration in Cummins engines?

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Here are the specific reasons for slow acceleration in Cummins engines: Clutch Slipping: Clutch slipping mainly manifests as the vehicle's speed not increasing with the engine's RPM during acceleration, preventing the engine's power from being fully transmitted to the drive wheels, resulting in weak driving performance, especially noticeable when going uphill. The primary causes of clutch slipping are insufficient friction from the clutch friction plate; shifting gears too early or disengaging before the clutch is fully engaged; prolonged driving with the clutch partially engaged or coasting with the clutch pedal depressed; and abnormal wear of the clutch plate due to aggressive throttle application when the gear is not fully engaged or disengaged. Fuel System Malfunction: Clogged fuel injectors, leaking fuel lines, reduced fuel pump efficiency, or a blocked fuel filter can all lead to weak performance when driving uphill.