2004 LJ Automatic used only as a Trail Rig - we are new to TJ/LJ's having been wheeling a '14 Unlimited manual.
The throttle is touchy/jerky when you first start to move, especially on the trail as you try to climb a rock or ledge. It feels like as you press the accelerator there is a lag then it lurches forward - and when it lurches you immediately let up (either because it lurches so hard it pulls your foot off the pedal a little, or just human nature as you accelerate way faster than you intended) and then you get back on the pedal and it lurches again. Rinse repeat until you get momentum and can maintain a steady throttle. It is probably not as bad as I am describing, but it is totally impossible to slowly creep onto an obstacle from a stop or slow roll.
Anyone else ever have this problem?
It feels like the throttle linkage is sloppy but me and mechanic have been all over it and there is no evidence of play or slack? Any chance it could have to do with the throttle body or some other part of the fuel system? There are no problems with a rough or low idle, no missing etc.
Any info based on similar experiences would be appreciated!
The throttle is touchy/jerky when you first start to move, especially on the trail as you try to climb a rock or ledge. It feels like as you press the accelerator there is a lag then it lurches forward - and when it lurches you immediately let up (either because it lurches so hard it pulls your foot off the pedal a little, or just human nature as you accelerate way faster than you intended) and then you get back on the pedal and it lurches again. Rinse repeat until you get momentum and can maintain a steady throttle. It is probably not as bad as I am describing, but it is totally impossible to slowly creep onto an obstacle from a stop or slow roll.
Anyone else ever have this problem?
It feels like the throttle linkage is sloppy but me and mechanic have been all over it and there is no evidence of play or slack? Any chance it could have to do with the throttle body or some other part of the fuel system? There are no problems with a rough or low idle, no missing etc.
Any info based on similar experiences would be appreciated!