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Unintended Acceleration



To the esteemed Audiphiles:  I have had 2 experiences of unintended 
acceleration with my '90 V8Q.  Both happened while driving at highway 
speeds.  Basically driving along with cruise off and the throttle pedal 
went to the floor.  Very disconcerting.  Tried playing with the cruise 
switch but no change.  Also in fairly heavy traffic so I needed to use 
the brake to keep from climbing into the back seat of the car in front of 
me.  It is true that brakes will overcome the motor, but not as easy at 
speed as at rest.  Anyway, manuevered (sp?) to the shoulder and cut the 
ignition, pulled to a stop.  Regained professional demeaner, restarted 
motor and took off.  No further occurances in the last 12 months.  ??

Tim Gortner
Lookout Mt, Colorado
'90 V8Q
'90 90Q20V
'73 3.0 CS