after car is started it wont accelerate

2005 SCION TC
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BEAU8807
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i have a 5-speed scion tc. it starts fine and the idel is normal but when i push down on the gas pedal it doesnt accelerate which is a problem since it needs to in order to move when the clutch is let up. what could be the problem?
Jan 10, 2012 at 6:04 PM
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FIXITMR
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are you saying engine does not increase rpm or car just does not move when you rev engine with clutch engaged?
Jan 10, 2012 at 6:57 PM
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FIXITMR
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also what about engine warning light? has it gone on? can you read codes?
Jan 10, 2012 at 6:59 PM
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BEAU8807
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i am not sure, i am on deployment and my car is in VA. i will find out and i will get back to you asap.
Jan 10, 2012 at 8:22 PM
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BEAU8807
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all that i know about the problem is that it will not accelerate, they brought it to a shop and pulled 3 codes from it all which have to do with the car accelerating. it has basically been sitting for a year now so maybe that has something to do with it.
Jan 10, 2012 at 8:25 PM
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FIXITMR
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auto store will read codes and give you info code# and meaning. then post that info to this thread.
Jan 11, 2012 at 5:44 PM
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