Common questions

Why does my car chug when I slow down?

Why does my car chug when I slow down?

If the engine runs smoother under higher throttle positioning, and chugs once you slow down, replace the fuel filter. The catalytic convertor is a pollution control device in the exhaust that resembles the muffler. The catalytic convertor often plugs when it fails, causing a chugging sensation.

What does the Traction Light on my car mean?

Traction light/reduced engine power and check engine ligh… A couple years ago my traction light was coming on. I took it to a mechanic who changed my gas pedal/sensor.

Is it safe to drive with traction control light on?

If the only light illuminated on the dash is the traction control light, chances are it’s fairly safe to drive. If it’s wet or slippery outside, you’ll want to take extra care when accelerating or taking turns. In these conditions, the vehicle may behave unpredictably.

What makes a car have good traction control?

The steering rack is attached to your steering wheel and is an important part of the power steering system. It receives the high-pressure hydraulic fluid that is necessary for making it easy to turn the steering wheel. Part of having good traction is having smooth steering that is easy to control.

If the engine runs smoother under higher throttle positioning, and chugs once you slow down, replace the fuel filter. The catalytic convertor is a pollution control device in the exhaust that resembles the muffler. The catalytic convertor often plugs when it fails, causing a chugging sensation.

What does it mean when your traction control light comes on?

The light might be a flashing TC symbol, or a picture of a car losing control. It can usually be seen the dashboard cluster of your car. In most cases the light will go on whilst you are accelerating.

What causes the traction control to go offline?

The traction control computer in your vehicle is the “brain” that controls the entire system. A defect, corroded contacts or water damage in this computer can result in the entire system going offline, which will turn on the TCS warning light. As the TCS and ABS often share a computer, this may affect your ABS system and turn on that light, too.

The steering rack is attached to your steering wheel and is an important part of the power steering system. It receives the high-pressure hydraulic fluid that is necessary for making it easy to turn the steering wheel. Part of having good traction is having smooth steering that is easy to control.

Author Image
Ruth Doyle