Dodge Sprinter 2500 Car is slow to accelerate Inspection at your home or office.

Our certified mobile mechanics come to you 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(43)

How A Diagnostic Works

Instantly book a certified mobile mechanic to come to you

Mechanic diagnoses the problem and quotes necessary repairs

Your vehicle is ready to go

Fair, upfront & transparent pricing for all services

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to you now.

Customer Ratings

(43)

Car is slow to accelerate Inspection Service

How much does a Car is slow to accelerate Inspection cost?

On average, the cost for a Dodge Sprinter 2500 Car is slow to accelerate Inspection is $95 with $0 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2005 Dodge Sprinter 2500L5-2.7L Turbo DieselService typeCar is slow to accelerate InspectionEstimate$114.99Shop/Dealer Price$124.99 - $132.49
2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500V6-3.0L Turbo DieselService typeCar is slow to accelerate InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
2003 Dodge Sprinter 2500L5-2.7L Turbo DieselService typeCar is slow to accelerate InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
2004 Dodge Sprinter 2500L5-2.7L Turbo DieselService typeCar is slow to accelerate InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$104.99 - $112.48
2008 Dodge Sprinter 2500V6-3.5LService typeCar is slow to accelerate InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.02 - $112.55
2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500L5-2.7L Turbo DieselService typeCar is slow to accelerate InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
2008 Dodge Sprinter 2500V6-3.0L Turbo DieselService typeCar is slow to accelerate InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$109.87 - $117.28
2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500V6-3.5LService typeCar is slow to accelerate InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$110.24 - $117.94
Show example Dodge Sprinter 2500 Car is slow to accelerate Inspection prices

A car that is getting fuel and is properly tuned should take off quickly when the accelerator is pressed. A vehicle that is sluggish or slow to accelerate can be dangerous, especially at intersections and on-ramps.

Modern cars have a very complex system that delivers fuel to the engine and rids of the vehicle of exhaust gases. A failure in any part of this system can lead to a car that is slow to accelerate. In the majority of cases, the problem can be traced back to the fuel system.

A vehicle that is slow to accelerate should be repaired immediately as it can be dangerous to drive.

How this system works:

The fuel system is responsible for supplying fuel to the engine. Fuel is mixed with air, atomized and vaporized in the intake system, which provides power to drive the pistons of the engine. There are a variety of different fuel system types but most of them have the same basic parts.

The fuel tank stores the gasoline. Fuel is pulled through the fuel lines by the fuel pump and is fed into the fuel injectors. Older cars have a carburetor and throttle body injectors instead of fuel injectors. The fuel injectors spray gasoline into the cylinders where it is mixed with air and then ignites during the compression stage. The result is an explosion that moves the pistons.

Common reasons for this to happen:

  • Bad or Clogged Fuel Injector: Fuel injectors can become clogged due to contaminates in the fuel. Fuel injectors, by their very nature, must be very precise in controlling the amount of fuel that goes into the combustion chamber so they have very small passages that deliver the fuel. Over time these tiny passages will become clogged which impedes the delivery of fuel.

When an injector is clogged it can degrade the performance of the vehicle and the car may accelerate slowly or feel that it does not have enough power. Other symptoms include a rough idle, a vehicle that is hard to start and a decrease in fuel efficiency.

  • Defective Fuel Pump: The fuel pump pulls the fuel from the gas tank to the engine via the fuel lines. If the pump stops working, malfunctions, or becomes clogged, it will not supply enough fuel to the injectors. This can cause the vehicle to accelerate slowly, or even sputter and stall, especially at high speeds.

  • Clogged Fuel Filter: The job of the fuel filter is to filter out containments in the fuel and if it becomes clogged it can restrict the amount of fuel that reaches the injectors. This can cause a vehicle to accelerate slowly. Fuel filters are designed to be replaced on a regular basis.

  • Dirty Airflow Sensor: This part detects the mass of air that enters the fuel injection system and hands that information off to the engines’ computer which allows the computer to deliver the proper amount of fuel to the air. These sensors can become dirty or malfunction over time, which results in the wrong data being sent to the computer. A slow accelerating car is the result of this incorrect data. It may also trigger the Check Engine light.

  • Leaking Fuel Line: A leak in the fuel line will drain off enough fuel that it leaves a shortage for the injectors. This not only affects the performance of the car but will also create a dangerous situation. If you smell gasoline in the vicinity of the car or see a puddle of fuel underneath the vehicle, the car should be inspected and repaired immediately.

  • Vacuum Leak: A leak in the vacuum system can affect the ability of the car’s computer system to properly regulate the fuel to air ratio. One of the major symptoms of a vacuum leak is a car that is slow to accelerate or feels like it has a lack of power. In addition the check engine light will probably illuminate.

  • Failing Catalytic Converter: A failing or clogged catalytic converter will prevent the proper amount of air from going into the engine. In most cases the vehicle will run hotter than normal, will accelerate slowly and feel like there is a loss of power. Issues with the catalytic converter tend to be fairly expensive repairs.

What to expect:

A top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office to determine the source and cause of the car is slow to accelerate issue, ​and will then provide a detailed inspection report that includes the scope and cost of the necessary repairs.

How it's done:

The mechanic will check your car's fuel system for leaks and any defective parts. This includes fuel injectors, fuel pump, fuel filter, airflow sensors and other important components related to the vehicle's slow acceleration. It may be necessary to test drive the car in order to verify the acceleration issue and provide an accurate diagnosis.

How important is this service?

A car that accelerates slowly is a dangerous vehicle to drive, especially at intersections and on ramps. Failing to fix simple fuel system problems will often lead to a more expensive repair down the road and eventually a car that may not run at all. A slow accelerating car should be inspected and repaired as soon as possible.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Dodge mechanics

Real customer reviews from Dodge owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(43)

Rating Summary
42
1
0
0
0
42
1
0
0
0

Jeshua

7 years of experience
131 reviews
Jeshua
7 years of experience
Dodge Sprinter 2500 V6-3.0L Turbo Diesel - Transmission Fluid Service - Sarasota, Florida
Very thorough, honest, and efficient. Would highly recommend to others. Would absolutely use again for future repair needs.

Sebastian

5 years of experience
115 reviews
Sebastian
5 years of experience
Dodge Sprinter 2500 L5-2.7L Turbo Diesel - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Lake Worth, Florida
Excellent!

Gabriel

13 years of experience
39 reviews
Gabriel
13 years of experience
Dodge Sprinter 2500 L5-2.7L Turbo Diesel - Car is not starting - Colorado Springs, Colorado
Explained what was going on, causes and remedies.

Peter

25 years of experience
524 reviews
Peter
25 years of experience
Dodge Sprinter 2500 L5-2.7L Turbo Diesel - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Simi Valley, California
Peter is a great mechanic. We used him for preinspection on a sprinter van we were thinking about purchasing. Very scrupulous and knowledgeable... definitely looking out for our best interest. One of the best interactions with a mechanic that we’ve had.

Excellent Rating

(43)

Rating Summary
42
1
0
0
0
42
1
0
0
0
Number of Dodge Sprinter 2500 services completed
473+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Dodge MECHANICS
1400+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

My Tire Has a Nail in It. What Should I Do?
If you get a nail in your car tire it is dangerous to drive on. If this happens to you use a tire plug or patch to repair the tire, or buy a new tire.
How to Prevent Spills in Your Trunk
The The purpose of a car trunk (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-trunk-latch-last) or hatch is simple. Its purpose is to carry or store items securely, including groceries, large items, and spare fluids. There is virtually no limit to what you can carry in your...
P0786 OBD-II Trouble Code: Shift/Timing Solenoid Range/Performance
P0786 means there is a problem with the shift/timing solenoid due to a low fluid levels, faulty solenoid, or internal transmission components.

oil mysteriously low

This is an ongoing issue with almost all of the manufacturers of engines and the oil consumptions they are having problems with. The dealer can do an oil consumption test and tell you that this is normal if it is...

PCV valve and scheduled maintenance

Any time an engine has been neglected like this you should not hesitate to do any repairs to start to get the vehicle back on it's scheduled maintenance. You should have the PCV changed and change the oil and filter...

Did some work on my car and now it will not start. I installed the distributor and it was on piston 1. But now after failed attemtps to start [engine](/topics-engine-chevy/) I look again and it is facing the back of the distributor.

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com