What Causes the Sudden Heavy Feeling in the Accelerator Pedal of a New Car?
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New car accelerator suddenly feeling heavy may be due to the following reasons: Power assist component damage: The power assist component is damaged. Transmission obstruction: There is an obstruction or increased friction in the transmission part. Dirty throttle body: The throttle body is dirty, leading to insufficient air intake. Methods to address a heavy accelerator pedal are as follows: Clean the fuel injectors: Clean the throttle body, wash the fuel injectors, and lubricate the accelerator cable. Install an accelerator: Install an electronic throttle accelerator. Precautions when pressing the accelerator pedal are as follows: Press gently and release slowly: Press and release the accelerator pedal gently and smoothly. Close coordination: Releasing the clutch should be closely coordinated with pressing the accelerator, with agile movements. Select the appropriate gear: Keep the engine running at medium speed and larger throttle opening most of the time to save fuel.