no gas pedal until I press it twice in the morning

1997 TOYOTA CAMRY
195,000 MILES • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MR_K
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Morning car is slow to go. I put gear in drive and car will not move. Will have to let up on gas pedal then press down again. Then car runs great. Suggestions?
Aug 21, 2016 at 6:45 PM
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HMAC300
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check transmission fluid for being low then have a transmission professional look at it. may be time for a rebuild.
Aug 22, 2016 at 8:13 AM
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MR_K
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Thanks HMAC300. Will take it to favorite local mechanic but he just did oil change, which usually incudes fluid check. Would a rebuild be worth it you think? About 200,000 miles and peeling paint. Only paid $2500 for it 2 years ago. Love the car but may just run it to the ground - no other troubles except will buy a new axel when steering stiffens up in a few months. Thanks.
Aug 22, 2016 at 8:04 PM
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HMAC300
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the worth it thing is up to you I never give advice on this unless I know the car. it will be about 1500-2000 for a rebuild or check around or maybe one from a junk car for cheaper.
Aug 23, 2016 at 7:14 AM
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MR_K
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Sounds good. Will get an estimate this week. Thanks.
Aug 23, 2016 at 2:05 PM
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MR_K
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To HMAC300. My mechanic said just let it warm up in the morning. At its age, it's not worth a rebuild. Thanks.
Aug 25, 2016 at 10:13 PM
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RENEE L
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Thanks for using 2CarPros please come back with any others problem you may have we are happy to help.
Aug 30, 2016 at 10:04 AM