Whats the year? Possible problems.........Spark plugs, ign. wires, fuel filter. injector's dirty, timing. Theres a few more, but start with this.
A bad o2 sensor can cause this problem in a car. A bad fuel pump, fuel filter or fuel line will also cause hesitation during acceleration.
The car will idle rough and hesitate during acceleration.
Start at the fuel filter. It may be clogged.
Replace the spark plugs and wires. Replace the fuel filter.
One of the possible causes of a Pontiac Bonneville to jerk during acceleration is that the car needs a tune up. The engine misfiring can lead it to jerk as you accelerate.
During acceleration? I'm not sure. But when both idling and acceleration the engine's combustion can cause a lot of vibration in the steering wheel if you are in an older vehicle.
Fuel Pump
Yes, an offset distributor cap can cause jerking during acceleration. If the cap is misaligned or has worn contacts, it can lead to inconsistent spark delivery to the engine's cylinders. This inconsistency can result in misfires, causing the engine to jerk or hesitate during acceleration. Regular maintenance and inspection of the distributor cap can help prevent such issues.
Bucking during acceleration can be caused by a low fuel level. When the car is running on fumes, it is not getting a constant supply of gas which will cause it to stop and go.
Its your coil packs, they become defective after time, it causes a sputtering and loss of compression. Also check the intkae manifold. the throttle body control will regulate fuel to stop sputtering set idle for around 900rpms
try changing plugs and wires
There are numerous issues that can cause a lack of power during acceleration. Common causes include a clogged fuel filter, a clogged air filter, and dirty fuel injectors.