Hesitates or Stalls on Acceleration

Definition: Momentary lack of response as the accelerator is pushed down. Can occur at any vehicle speed. Usually most severe when first trying to make the vehicle move, as from a stop sign. May cause the vehicle to stall if severe enough.

POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION

Poor or contaminated fuel Drain fuel tank and fill with clean gasoline

Incorrect air/fuel ratio Check air/fuel ratio

Incorrect fuel pressure Check Fuel Pressure Regulator

Plugged fuel injector(s)
Poor injector spray pattern Check Fuel Injectors