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chad barrett Posted on Feb 23, 2016
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The gas pedal does not work

When i push the gas pedal the engine does not rev at all

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Run the fault codes and look for a problem throttle position sensor or throttle actuator motor fault

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  • Bill Boyd Feb 24, 2016

    go to a service dealer or accredited service shop or auto zone spares shop and any one will read the codes for you

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