They don’t make ’em like they used too. It’s true. Whereas my first automobile had metal push rods, bellcranks, and ball and socket joints-a bullet proof method, the new vehicle maximizes the use of plastics and nylon bushings. Petroleum synthetics have their place. They save weight, cost less, maybe conserves environmental resources… The *design* on B.O.U.R.G.’s suv is driving her insane.

Symptom:The accelerator pedal can not be gently depressed without sticking. Rather then operating in a smooth and fluid motion it notches and hangs as if the linkage were kinked or poorly lubricated and is binding. Increasing foot pressure on the pedal overcomes this resistance but then the vehicle, lurches forward.
Repair History: I have been assured by [local shop foreman] that all aspects of the throttle mechanism have been checked and that there is no reason to fear the dread stuck throttle. The gas pedal assembly was replaced during this repair visit. The accelerator/throttle actuating cable was previously replaced on October 18, 2002.

While it works okay if you have a lead foot, the idea is to drive as if there were an egg shell placed between your foot and the pedal. Driver Ed says that fuel economy will be maximized. Time to write a letter.