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I can't figure out what is wrong... my speed won't go over 10mph

Old Nov 16, 2010 | 04:22 PM
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Default I can't figure out what is wrong... my speed won't go over 10mph

My battery died 3 days ago. Left it at a friends house, jump started it today. It started, but the speed won't go over 10 mph. It feels like I am driving on neutral. HELP please.
 
Old Nov 16, 2010 | 08:12 PM
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Does the engine have drive-by-wire (no throttle cable)? If so, the dead battery may have caused the engine computer to malfunction.

Try driving for a time with a few engine starts thrown in. Typically the computer will reset itself after driving a while. If not take the car to the dealer.

If the check engine light comes on there could be an issue with the throttle system or a blown fuse.
 
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