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Throttle response issues on my 99 3.4L

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by jonnyamerica99, Dec 5, 2017.

  1. Dec 5, 2017 at 2:49 PM
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    jonnyamerica99

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    I recently have been noticing a random hesitation in my throttle response when I hit the gas. I noticed this after my intake and Air Flow Sensor were replaced. I replaced the throttle position sensor as well. No check engine light. I cannot figure it out. Anyone have a clue?
     
    jonnyamerica99, Dec 5, 2017
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  2. Dec 5, 2017 at 3:18 PM
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    Is there slack in the throttle cable? You can adjust it at the throttle body.

    And it seems like it would be pure coincidence, but maybe a dirty fuel filter?
     
    Madjik_Man, Dec 5, 2017
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  3. Dec 7, 2017 at 10:48 AM
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    Greensystemsgo

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    I had this issue, twas my sparkplugs. I had replaced with a decent brand only ~15k miles before, but they were not what toyota called for and subsequently wore out much faster then expected. Lesson learned.
     
    Greensystemsgo, Dec 7, 2017
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  4. Dec 7, 2017 at 11:00 AM
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    Scan your OBDII. Had a similar problem and it ended up being a misfire from bad spark plugs
     
    wolfpackbd22, Dec 7, 2017
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  5. Dec 8, 2017 at 5:55 AM
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    Were the intake and airflow sensors replaced with quality parts? If not, the Ohm readings could be off. I've heard of "Universal" catalytic sensors not working properly because the wire from the connector to the sensor was a different length than stock. Throwing off the resistance.
    The hesitation problem most likely is directly related to the work done. Not plug wires, fuel filter etc. If you still have the old sensors. Do a diagnostic on them.
     
    cruisedon66, Dec 8, 2017
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  6. Dec 8, 2017 at 6:38 AM
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    Yeah I'd start with testing out parts from any recent work done and go from there. These days there's really not much reason for anyone to not have a decent OBD-II app like Torque (android) or CarDoctor (iOS) on their phone. You can scan for misfires etc. Here's a quality, inexpensive wireless scanner that can be used with both of them:
    $22 Foseal Wifi OBD2 Scanner, Car Code Reader Check Engine Light Diagnostic Scan Tool for iOS and Android
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00W0SDLRY/ref=ya_aw_oh_bia_dp?ie=UTF8&psc=1
     
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