After tune-up no power in accerelation

Asked by grandmother Nov 17, 2014 at 12:25 PM about the 2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

replace 2 coils, spark plugs, general tune-up. changed oil, put fuel injection oil, gas saver,gas/engine cleaner. when you push on the gas padle very slow in pick up speed, even if you change gears no RPM increase. We have paid $480. to a certified auto repair have taken the SUV back but they said they performed the correct repair, could be the catalytic converter. Help please.

1 Answer

100

Are you hearing any popping sound under the hood. Like air popping. If so... The spark plugs may have been installed too loose or cross threaded. If so... You can lose compression thus losing power. Just an initial thought...

3 people found this helpful.

Your Answer:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Donavan Smith
    Reputation
    220
  • #2
    Joyce Dunlap
    Reputation
    150
  • #3
    Bob Beaman
    Reputation
    120
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Lincoln Navigator
9 Great Deals out of 315 listings starting at $18,909
Used Ford Explorer
58 Great Deals out of 2,040 listings starting at $6,990
Used Cadillac Escalade
17 Great Deals out of 492 listings starting at $5,000
Used Chevrolet Tahoe
13 Great Deals out of 815 listings starting at $9,980
Used Ford Expedition
18 Great Deals out of 675 listings starting at $7,894
Used GMC Yukon
15 Great Deals out of 980 listings starting at $3,000
Used Lexus GX
45 listings starting at $26,999
Used Ford F-150
310 Great Deals out of 13,812 listings starting at $3,800
Used Acura MDX
41 Great Deals out of 897 listings starting at $5,999

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.