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Old 05-27-2008, 06:14 PM
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.. the idle drops quickly that it stalls. The only cure is to quickly step on the gas and let it rev for a minute and then she'll hold the idle at 550rpm and it's fine to drive around without stalling or loss of power. What could it be??[/align]__________________
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microswitch in tps is not being made (to signal computer to start idleair motor)or idle air motor is not working
 
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fixed the problem..I cleaned the IACV with throttle body cleaner and I also sprayed the throttle plate. Now she starts like a champ!!!
 
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Old 06-08-2008, 06:37 AM
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I love when that happens, success!
 
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