This might be a simple problem but I cant tell what is causing it.
2.5L V-6. Automatic.


Sometimes, usually when going up hills or inclines, I cannot accelerate like usual. If I push the pedal to the floor, there is no noticeable reaction from the engine, but the car can maintain its current speed. If Im going a certain speed on the highway, and I reach a slight upward incline, it takes a while to reach a speed to pass a car in front of me. RPMs dont go up and speed doesnt change. The delay lasts until the road levels out. Im guessing its a fuel delivery problem of some sort but Im not sure. On level roads the acceleration is good and there are no problems. Seems to happen regardless of weather conditions. Any ideas?

 

Referring back to one of your previous threads. Did you ever replace the fuel filter and fuel pump? Since you have to drain the fuel tank and partially lower it to change the filter you might as well change the pump and flush out the tank. The problem you desrcibe again is classic of a fuel flow problem. Remember a fuel pump may show good pressure but it may not have enough volume. They are two different things. Use a Mopar pump...don't use the junk from Autozone.

 

you think its just the pump? Could it be the filter, etc? Is this a DIY job?

 

I sent you an Email with the basics for replacing the pump.

 

thanks a lot. I'm going to try to do this in the next few days.