I have a loss of power when I have a heavy load

Tiny
ANURAG_M97
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  • 2006 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
  • 58,000 MILES
Hi, I have a problem with my Elantra. There’s a loss of Pick up/power in my car... It runs as if it’s carrying a Heavy load, this issue is more prominent especially when going uphill. This problem is not persistent but keeps coming & going. Suddenly the car r
Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 AT 11:53 AM

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Tiny
MHPAUTOS
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Are the brakes dragging? Will it roll freely in neutral?
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Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 AT 12:20 PM
Tiny
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Hi mhpautos, my above question was incomplete hence I've added a new question regarding the same issue (sluggish ride, Loss of Pick-up). If you dont mind can we continue this discussion on that question. That would help everyone understand the issue completely. Apologies for the inconvenience & thanks for your understanding.
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Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 AT 12:32 PM
Tiny
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I dont think the brakes are dragging. No noise from the brakes while the car is in motion. And yes, it does roll freely while in Neutral.
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Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 AT 12:43 PM

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