feels like a tractor when it accelerates

300,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ENTERIN
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feels like the car when acceleration is not running freely it almost feels like brakes are on with a rough loud noise.
Oct 22, 2019 at 1:50 AM
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STRAILER
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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.
Oct 23, 2019 at 4:54 AM
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