Feels like a tractor when it accelerates

ENTERIN

MEMBER
2005 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
6 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
300,000 MILES

Feels like the car when acceleration is not running freely it almost feels like brakes are on with a rough loud noise.

1 Reply

KEN L

MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC

Hello,

Can I ask if the check engine light is on? It sounds like the engine could be in limp mode due to a dirty throttle bore. this guide can help fix it:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/reduced-power-limp-mode

Can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so we can hear the noise? that would be great. You can upload it here with your response. Please run down this guide and report back.