2. Faulty ignition coils: Bad ignition coils can prevent a sufficient spark from being delivered to the engine's cylinders, which can result in hesitation and popping noises while accelerating.
3. Fuel injector issues: If the fuel injectors are clogged or faulty, they may not provide the proper amount of fuel to the engine, causing hesitation and popping during acceleration.
4. Vacuum leaks: Leaks in the engine's vacuum system can lead to lean fuel conditions, resulting in hesitation and popping when you push down on the gas pedal.
5. Clogged or restricted fuel filter: A clogged fuel filter can limit the fuel flow to the engine, causing the vehicle to hesitate and pop during acceleration.
6. Bad oxygen sensor: A faulty oxygen sensor can provide incorrect data to the vehicle's engine control unit (ECU), which can lead to incorrect fuel mixtures and cause hesitation and popping sounds.
7. Transmission issues: Transmission problems, such as low transmission fluid, a failing torque converter, or slipping gears, can also cause the vehicle to hesitate and jerk when accelerating.
