Q: On a cold mornings, as I'm driving, my car reacts as though it's no longer getting gas. Once warmed up it's o.k.

asked by on February 12, 2017

I have to remove my foot from the gas pedal, then slowly push down again to get it to continue/go. Sometimes 2-4 times to get it to continue. Dependent on the cold/morning, this event can happen 1 to 4 times on my way to work. Especially scary at intersections or stops as you're pulling out.
I was told to get 'good' gas. Tried that for a month and no change. Brought it in a second time and was told the vehicle was behind 2 important drive train updates. That since they were installed, it should take care of the issue. The following morning, the same thing happened again.
Warranty deadline is coming up and afraid that somehow it's going to come out of our pocket

My car has 36000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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