What causes the throttle to shake when released in a Volkswagen Santana?

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Amy
07/29/25 11:25pm
Possible reasons for throttle shake when released in a Volkswagen Santana are as follows: Engine and transmission coordination issue: There might be a coordination problem between the engine and the transmission, or the engine mounts could be loose. In such cases, the first step is to inspect the car's fuel system, ignition system, and computer control system to determine if the throttle shake when released is related to the ignition or fuel system. Damaged rubber cushion of the drive shaft: If there is no body shaking or vibration when accelerating, but it occurs only when the throttle is released, it is likely that the rubber cushion of the drive shaft is damaged. Tire-related issue: Consider whether wheel balancing is needed. If there is an issue with the tire balance, the body will experience vibrations.
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