{"id":82147,"date":"2023-03-29T06:22:07","date_gmt":"2023-03-29T13:22:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=82147"},"modified":"2023-10-19T06:49:45","modified_gmt":"2023-10-19T13:49:45","slug":"understanding-your-vehicles-drivability-questions-you-should-be-asking-yourself-as-a-car-owner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/understanding-your-vehicles-drivability-questions-you-should-be-asking-yourself-as-a-car-owner\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Your Vehicle&#8217;s Drivability (Questions You Should Be Asking Yourself As a Car Owner)"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_e55445-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_e55445-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_e55445-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_e55445-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_e55445-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_e55445-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_e55445-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_e55445-11{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_e55445-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_e55445-11 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_e55445-11 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-861120  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-87fbe0\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_68a418-8c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_68a418-8c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_68a418-8c\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_68a418-8c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_68a418-8c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_68a418-8c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_68a418-8c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_68a418-8c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_68a418-8c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_68a418-8c summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_68a418-8c\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drivability refers to a vehicle&rsquo;s ability to be driven, but it can also indicate the vehicle&rsquo;s condition as a form of transportation that you can rely on.<\/li><li>Your vehicle becomes less drivable if it cannot crank during start-up, fails to start despite cranking, or stalls after a successful start.<\/li><li>If your vehicle stalls when it comes to a stop, hesitates or stalls during acceleration, or stalls intermittently, its drivability goes down.<\/li><li>Lack of engine power and misfiring under load are also possible signs of reduced drivability.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a vehicle has issues, sometimes it&rsquo;s time to think about whether or not it&rsquo;s still driveable. Drivability pertains to a vehicle&rsquo;s ability to be driven, but it can also be a measure of the vehicle&rsquo;s condition in terms of whether it can reliably function as a form of transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep in mind that your vehicle has onboard diagnostics and various sensors. The vehicle&rsquo;s check engine light typically activates when the computer detects issues and would typically store a trouble code in its computer, which you can use to diagnose the issue. The check engine light is a good indicator that your vehicle has an issue and isn&rsquo;t in the most drivable state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a vehicle has issues such as excessive vibration or stalling, then it&rsquo;s less drivable compared to a vehicle that doesn&rsquo;t have these problems. A vehicle&rsquo;s drivability is inversely proportional to the number of issues it has. Questions about drivability are most relevant when a vehicle is being bought or sold. Service professionals typically inspect a vehicle with specific questions in mind to determine the vehicle&rsquo;s drivability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-steering-wheel-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"female hands on the steering wheel\" class=\"wp-image-82162\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-steering-wheel-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-steering-wheel-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-steering-wheel-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-steering-wheel-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-steering-wheel-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-steering-wheel.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>The term &ldquo;drivability&rdquo; pertains to a vehicle&rsquo;s ability to be driven, but it can also be a measure of the vehicle&rsquo;s condition in terms of whether it can reliably function as a form of transportation.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Questions to Ask About Drivability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the Vehicle Crank During Startup?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A no-crank condition happens if the vehicle&rsquo;s engine or starter doesn&rsquo;t crank when the key is turned. This could be caused by a faulty starter motor, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/5-signs-of-a-bad-battery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"flat battery\">flat battery<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/ignition-switch-problems-signs-causes-what-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"faulty ignition switch\">faulty ignition switch<\/a>, or a seized engine. The vehicle&rsquo;s security system could also prevent the vehicle from starting. This could happen if, for example, the right key isn&rsquo;t inserted into the ignition switch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the Vehicle Crank but Not Start?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The engine is the vehicle&rsquo;s most fundamental component and if it isn&rsquo;t able to start then the vehicle simply isn&rsquo;t drivable. You should be able to drive your vehicle whenever you want. If it doesn&rsquo;t start when you turn the key, then your vehicle&rsquo;s drivability will suffer.<br><br>For the vehicle to start, power needs to flow from the battery, through the starter relay, and into the starter motor, among other complex functions. However, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/my-car-wont-start-what-should-i-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"engine won&rsquo;t start\">engine won&rsquo;t start<\/a> if there are issues with components like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/common-fuel-pump-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fuel pump\">fuel pump<\/a>, ignition system, or electronics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the Vehicle Start but Stall?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A vehicle&rsquo;s engine should only turn off when prompted by the driver. If the engine can&rsquo;t run continuously, then it significantly affects the vehicle&rsquo;s drivability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the Vehicle Stall When It Comes to a Stop?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the engine shuts off when the vehicle is slowing down, then it&rsquo;s dying on deceleration. This problem can be caused by a broken <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/idle-control-motor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"idle air control motor\">idle air control motor<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-throttle-body-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"dirty throttle body\">dirty throttle body<\/a>, a defective or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-throttle-position-sensor-symptoms-what-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"failing throttle position sensor\">failing throttle position sensor<\/a>, a faulty transmission, or an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve that&rsquo;s stuck open due to carbon buildup. A vacuum leak could also cause this issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the Vehicle Hesitate or Stall While Accelerating?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-hesitates-when-accelerating-causes-and-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Hesitation\/dying on acceleration\">Hesitation\/dying on acceleration<\/a> happens when the engine hesitates or stalls even when you&rsquo;re pressing hard on the throttle pedal. The engine might also shudder before it stalls. This problem is typically caused by a faulty fuel pump, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/symptoms-of-failing-mass-air-flow-sensor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"faulty mass air flow sensor\">faulty mass air flow sensor<\/a>, or other faulty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-engine-sensors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"engine sensors\">engine sensors<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-inspection-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"mechanic inspecting car with a female car owner\" class=\"wp-image-82163\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-inspection-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-inspection-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-inspection-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-inspection-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-inspection-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-inspection-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/car-inspection.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Service professionals typically inspect a vehicle with specific questions in mind to determine the vehicle&rsquo;s drivability, such as &ldquo;Does the Vehicle Start but Stall?&rdquo; and &ldquo;Does the Vehicle Lack Power?&rdquo;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the Vehicle Stall Intermittently?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are some instances where the engine will stall without any perceivable pattern and refuse to restart. Common causes include a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/the-top-5-bad-crankshaft-position-sensor-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"faulty crankshaft position sensor\">faulty crankshaft position sensor<\/a>, camshaft sensor, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/common-fuel-pump-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fuel pump\">fuel pump<\/a>, or fuel relay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the Vehicle Lack Power?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes, a vehicle will also refuse to produce power when traveling at high speed or going uphill. This can be caused by a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/heres-what-happens-when-your-cars-engine-air-filter-is-dirty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"clogged air filter\">clogged air filter<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-tell-if-the-catalytic-converter-is-clogged\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"clogged catalytic converter\">clogged catalytic converter<\/a>. Obstructions in the engine&rsquo;s intake and exhaust system can also affect a vehicle&rsquo;s performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the Vehicle Misfire Under Load?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you hear loud pops or bangs coming from your engine or exhaust when accelerating or going uphill, then your engine might have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-is-a-misfire-plus-common-obd-codes-linked-to-a-misfiring-engine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"misfire\">misfire<\/a> under load condition. Misfires are also accompanied by an illuminated or flashing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/check-engine-light-flashing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"check engine light\">check engine light<\/a>. This issue is often caused by faulty ignition components like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-spark-plug-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"spark plugs\">spark plugs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-distributor-cap-symptoms-testing-replacement-cost\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"distributor caps\">distributor caps<\/a>, or ignition coils. &nbsp;Lack of fuel from the fuel pump or a clogged fuel filter could also be a problem. A faulty mass air flow sensor or a clogged catalytic converter could also be the culprit. This issue can even be caused by sludge buildup inside the engine due to old oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Misfiring under load also is usually accompanied by a flashing check engine light.<\/p><cite>&ndash;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/author\/anthonyharlin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Anthony Harlin, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician\">Anthony Harlin, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many of these drivability questions are due to the faulty condition of the drivetrain and its components. If you&rsquo;re looking to buy or sell a vehicle, resolve these problems before you make a deal. If your vehicle has drivability issues, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-should-you-trust-ase-certified-mechanics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"ask a trusted mechanic\">ask a trusted mechanic<\/a> to check it out and repair its problems.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>If a vehicle has issues, sometimes it&rsquo;s time to think about whether or not it&rsquo;s still driveable. Drivability pertains to&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/understanding-your-vehicles-drivability-questions-you-should-be-asking-yourself-as-a-car-owner\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":82161,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[52,3743],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[2607,3742],"class_list":["post-82147","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-diy","category-maintenance","entry"],"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Understanding Your Vehicle&#039;s Drivability (Questions You Should Be Asking Yourself As a Car Owner) - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"What defines a vehicle\u2019s drivability? 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