SUDDEN ACCELRATION

110,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KYLIA444
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what could be causing my 2006 ford taurus to accelrate on its own it has 110,000 miles
Dec 29, 2010 at 9:07 PM
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FIXITMR
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your not alone. and ford does not recognize this issue? you should inspect your throttlebody pedal linkage for worn/loose/rusted 'ball'(swivel) joints. have someone work pedal while you inspect. you may also have a cruise control linkage problem. some have disconnected their cruise.
Dec 29, 2010 at 11:07 PM
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FIXITMR
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and remove air duct and watch butterfly to ensure it closes completely when gas pedal is released. you may need to lubricate the linkage parts/spring assembly to ensure smooth operation.

you can read about some others stories of acceleration here. http://www.aboutautomobile.com/Complaint/2006/Ford/Taurus/Vehicle+Speed+Control
Dec 29, 2010 at 11:13 PM
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