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What Causes a Car to Not Accelerate When Pressing the Gas Pedal?

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HaydenLee

09/04/25 2:17am

When a car fails to accelerate upon pressing the gas pedal, it may be due to excessive engine oil, overly viscous engine oil, malfunctioning sensors around the engine, or issues with the transmission system. Below is a partial introduction regarding the gas pedal and brake: 1. Gas Pedal: The gas pedal, also known as the accelerator pedal, is part of the car's fuel supply system. By controlling the amount of pedal depression, it regulates the throttle opening, air intake, and fuel injection (managed by the ECU), thereby controlling the engine's speed. 2. Brake: The brake pedal, also called the brake pedal, is the pedal that limits power, specifically the pedal for the foot brake (service brake). It is used to decelerate or stop the vehicle. As one of the five major controls in a car, the brake pedal is used very frequently. How a driver operates it directly affects driving safety. Brake pedal operations can be categorized into: gradual braking (predictive braking), emergency braking, combined braking, and intermittent braking.

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Isaac

09/16/25 3:34am

Last time I drove out, I stepped on the gas pedal but the car wouldn't accelerate. The engine was roaring but the speed just wouldn't go up, which drove me crazy. Looking back, common faults might include the following aspects: issues with the ignition system such as spark plug leakage or a faulty ignition coil, where delayed ignition can cause power loss; fuel supply problems like a weak fuel pump, clogged injectors, or a dirty filter, which prevent gasoline from being delivered properly and naturally hinder acceleration; sensor failures such as a malfunctioning oxygen sensor, leading to an improper air-fuel mixture; or a severely clogged air filter, where the intake tract is blocked, leaving the engine starved for air. Oh, and if the solenoid valve in an automatic transmission fails, causing sluggish gear shifts, it can also lead to this issue. Safety should never be taken lightly—find a reliable repair shop to diagnose the problem promptly, and don't let a minor issue turn into a potential hazard.

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VanJuliet

10/30/25 4:09am

When you press the accelerator to speed up but feel the car is sluggish, don't panic—just check some simple areas first. I've encountered this situation before. First, check if the tire pressure is too low, as insufficient pressure can make the wheels drag and feel slow. Second, inspect the fuel system; an aging fuel pump or a dirty filter can lead to inadequate fuel supply, causing sluggishness. Sometimes, it's just a false fuel gauge reading or a loose fuel cap triggering a system error. A quick solution is to safely pull over, turn on the hazard lights, do a simple check, and then call for assistance. Handling it this way is easy and reassuring.

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