Why does the car hesitate when starting?

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Emil
07/29/25 9:19am
The possible reasons for the car hesitating when starting are as follows: 1. Excessive carbon deposits: The most common cause of severe hesitation is a dirty throttle body or excessive carbon deposits in the fuel injectors. The uneven quality of fuel and congested urban road conditions contribute to the easy formation of carbon deposits. A dirty throttle body can cause it to not close properly or the idle stepper motor to stick, both of which can result in high engine idle speed and hesitation after a cold start. 2. Poor ignition system performance: Faulty spark plugs or ignition modules, as well as poor spark plug firing, can also lead to hesitation. Check the condition of the spark plugs, high-voltage wires, and ignition coils. Such faults are relatively common and can be resolved by replacing the relevant components. 3. Unstable fuel pressure: If the fuel pump's supply pressure is abnormal or the intake pressure sensor's readings are incorrect or malfunctioning, hesitation can occur. It is recommended to visit a 4S shop to check the fuel supply pressure and the intake pressure sensor for normal operation.
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