Will not idle or Move when transmission is put in gear

Tiny
1TJ
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  • 2008 HONDA ACCORD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 20,000 MILES
The car starts and idles great, but when I put it in gear it will not idle up nor will it move.
Monday, September 9th, 2019 AT 2:23 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

Are the miles you listed correct 20,000? If not is sounds like the engine is in limp mode due to a dirty throttle body. here is a guide that will help you fix the problem:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

We should runt he codes as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Wednesday, September 11th, 2019 AT 10:58 AM

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