Idle problems
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I would check your base timming. Look under the hood for a sticker on the top of the radiator support. There is a sticker there that explains the process. If the timming is correct, pull your codes. If you don't have a code scanner....get one and READ the instructions. If you don't understand how the codes are generated, your troubleshooting will not be methodical. If you want to trouble shoot this without a scanner, here is where I would start.
Steps to consider:
Clean the thottle plate.
Clean the Intake manifold.
Clean the Idle Air Controller (IAC).
Replace all vacuum lines, or at least repair any leaks.
If these don't fix your idle, post a question for the next steps as this could turn into a very long post......................good luck!!
Steps to consider:
Clean the thottle plate.
Clean the Intake manifold.
Clean the Idle Air Controller (IAC).
Replace all vacuum lines, or at least repair any leaks.
If these don't fix your idle, post a question for the next steps as this could turn into a very long post......................good luck!!
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