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What it wrong when your car doesn't go over 40mph?

Anonymous

∙ 13y ago

Updated: 9/17/2023

assuming it is a car that should be capable of going over 40mph it could be many things:

- bad gasoline

- bad spark plugs and or spark plug wires

- clogged air filter

- transmission problems

- engine problems (compression issue, dead cylinder)

- clogged fuel filter

- damaged catalytic converter (restricted exhaust)

Wiki User

∙ 13y ago

What else can I help you with?

Why does your steering wobble at 40mph and shake over bumps?

It doesnt go see a mechanic. I thought my steering wheel was great because it doesnt for me but then i asked my friends and theirs dont either. What car do you have? Mines a lamberguini and my friends are porches and bmws

What happens if I drive in second gear in automatic car with 3 levels?

Do not go over 40mph or your engine will rev to high and be damaged

Can you stall or is it just harder to stall a manual car while driving at speeds over 40?

It depends on the gearing of the car. If you are in the highest gear and 40mph in that gear is under the idle rpm of that car than you will stall.

How many feet does a car travel at 40mph?

58.6ft. per second

2006 malibu wont go over 40mph?

If your 2006 Malibu will not go over 40 mph it may be stuck in "limp home mode." You will need to have the car checked out by a mechanic.

A car travels 100 miles in 2.5 hours what is the average speed?

40mph

What is the average speed of a car if you drove 20 miles in 30 minutes?

40mph

Can the solenoid be the problem why your car doesn't start?

If it doesnt turn over it can be

Why does your car shakes when you hit a bump or go over 40mph?

over 40mph.. either bad tires or need to be balanced and possibly alined.. speed bumps, that might be your shocks. to check your shocks push firmly downwards on the front and if if bounces more then three times.. lol you prolly wanna get some new one.. same for the back

How many feet does a car traveling at 40mph cover in one minute?

3520 feet.

What are the chances of a pedestrian being killed if struck by a car at 40mph?

Type your answer here... 30%

Mercedes 220 CDI which just doesnt go beyond 40mph the car is 4years old - Does anyone know what could be the problem?

check the setting on the cruise control check the setting on the cruise control check the air flow meter is ok

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