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Why does my Chevy truck bog down when I’m accelerating?

I have a Chevrolet Silverado that’s about 10 years old, and lately, it's been losing power when I accelerate. It’s out of warranty and I’m worried that this is going to be an expensive repair. What might cause my Chevy truck to bog down when I’m accelerating?

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Amber Reed · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Ugh—car trouble is never fun to have to deal with, and even more so when you’re out of warranty! Some of the reasons a
Chevrolet Silverado
might bog down when accelerating include:
  • A clogged fuel or air filter
  • A blocked catalytic converter
  • Damaged spark plugs
  • Faulty fuel pump
  • Bad gasoline
  • Dirty gas tank
These are just some of the most common causes, and they range quite a bit in severity. A bad tank of gas is an easy fix, but a bad fuel pump is going to be a little more expensive and involved. If you’re having trouble ruling out the source of the problem, don’t hesitate to have your truck looked at by a mechanic!
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