While accelerating RPM is increasing vehicle speed is not increasing

Tiny
MIDHUN PRABHAKAR
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  • 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA
  • 2.5L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 200,000 MILES
Two warning lights (engine warning and traction) are on, while giving the accelerator RPM reading is increasing but vehicle is speeding slowly only.
Sunday, July 1st, 2018 AT 10:38 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Yes, this happens all the time. I would remove the throttle body and clean it. Here is a guide that will help you see how to do the job:

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

Then clear the codes.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/check-engine-light-clear-codes

Please run down these guides and report back.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, July 2nd, 2018 AT 1:00 PM

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