What Causes the Jerking Sensation When Pressing the Accelerator?

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Experiencing a jerking sensation when pressing the accelerator can sometimes be normal, while other times it may indicate a vehicle malfunction that requires timely investigation. Below are the reasons for the jerking sensation when pressing the accelerator: I. Normal situations where pressing the accelerator causes a jerking sensation: 1. For manual transmission vehicles, driving in a semi-clutch state can cause a jerking sensation when accelerating or decelerating, with the sensation becoming more pronounced the deeper the accelerator is pressed; 2. For automatic transmission vehicles, there may be a slight jerking sensation when accelerating and upshifting, and the sensation becomes more noticeable when forcefully downshifting and then upshifting with a heavy press of the accelerator. II. Abnormal situations where pressing the accelerator causes a jerking sensation: 1. Excessive carbon buildup in the throttle body, fuel injectors, or intake manifold. Many malfunctions are caused by carbon buildup, and some vehicles experiencing jerking sensations are also related to carbon deposits. It is recommended to regularly clean carbon deposits. 2. Poor fuel quality leading to incomplete combustion. It is advisable to refuel at reputable gas stations with higher-quality gasoline. 3. Malfunctions in spark plugs, ignition coils, etc., causing misfires. In such cases, it is necessary to visit a repair shop for inspection and timely repairs to avoid further safety hazards.