RPMs do not go above 1,000

2006 MAZDA 5
110,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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CRAIG74
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I serviced the car a month ago and put some diesel fuel additive to clean the carbon through the system. I ran the car for about 40 miles it's not smoking at all. I even took a cloth to wipe the tailpipe and the cloth was still clean. My issue is that when I drive at times it will have abit of power then after short distance it just wants to cut out, so i have to keep changing gears just to get me home. I have cleaned the EGR valve and throttle body but no change. please advise. what could be the problem as it is the car i will be using to commute?
Jun 16, 2021 at 9:16 PM
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STRAILER
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We need to check for codes to see what comes up. here is a guide to help us. It sounds like the throttle pedal position sensor is out:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please run down this guide and report back.
Jun 18, 2021 at 12:34 PM
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CRAIG74
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Thank you so much. i will get the throttle pedal and let you know how i get on.
Jun 20, 2021 at 2:49 PM
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Please let us know what happens.
Jun 21, 2021 at 10:20 AM