especialy when on an incline , could this be transmission, tune up problem or fuel injector any ideas
2006-10-29 08:42:03 · 11 answers · asked by lsoracco 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
my car is a 1997 buick skylark going up inclines I have to floor it alot to pick up any acceleration cant go on highways
2006-10-29 08:46:58 · update #1
it is an automatic transmission 111000 miles
2006-10-29 08:49:03 · update #2
Your transmission may be going. I had a Toyota Corolla with a transmission that was on its way out, and it would max out at about 50 mph going down hill. It would enter top gear at 30mph and could not go up hills while even maintaining speed. It had 290,000 miles on it and was a 1992, so it was admitedly older but it is a similar symptom. As has been said though we can only speculate without you having any tests done.
2006-10-29 08:53:05 · answer #1 · answered by Bobwhoputthebop 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is it an automatic or manual transmission? If the transmission is OK (no slippage) you probably have a timing problem or a really worn engine... Go for a major tune up - A minor tune up implies just a few things like changing spark-plugs and such, a mayor tune up is that and more (valve clearances, timing, etc.). Get the mechanic to check compression AND leakage. Also make sure the transmission (or clutch) is not slipping.
2006-10-29 08:54:25 · answer #2 · answered by Jose R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd get a tune up including air & oil change and filter. Change the spark plugs and wires. I'd also recommend using octane booster and a higher grade of gas. Try putting some HEET to take out any moisture you may have in the gas or tank. Also use a bottle of Prestone complete fuel system cleaner.
2006-10-29 08:55:16 · answer #3 · answered by Superman 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the car is an older car it can be just that the engine has high miles and its just not as powerful as you may like. on a newer car it could be a fuel problem as well as a tune up issue.take it to your local shop for a check.
2006-10-29 08:46:59 · answer #4 · answered by chevy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I WOULD FIRST CHECK THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER IT SOUNDS LIKE IT MAY BE PLUGGED UP. IF IT IS HAVE IT CHANGED. YOU CAN CHECK IT BY TAKING THE EXHAUST DOWN AT THE EXHAUST MANIFOLDS AND TYING THEM OUT OF THE WAY TRY DRIVING THE CAR FOR A SHORT DISTANCE IF THE CAR RUNS BETTER CHANGE THE CONVERTER. THIS IS THE QUICKEST AND THE CHEAPEST WAY TO TEST IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A BACK PRESSURE GAGE. THIS HAPPENS A LOT WITH OLDER CARS
2006-10-29 09:01:30 · answer #5 · answered by jacks5j 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What kind of car engine size and transmission year and miles would be helpfull too?
2006-10-29 08:44:38 · answer #6 · answered by John Paul 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be any or all of those things and possibly neither; you haven't given enough information to answer the question with any degree of accuracy.
2006-10-29 08:45:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be the cylinder head gasket leaking, or perhaps it just needs a good service.
2006-10-29 08:44:02 · answer #8 · answered by Ahwell 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have an engine analysis done
2006-10-29 08:43:53 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
fuel injector and maybe the cylinder.
2006-10-29 08:49:27 · answer #10 · answered by lolitakali 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋