Idle Question

Discussion in 'Modifications And Maintenance' started by bruhn1966, Jul 13, 2008.

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    My legacy has recently started to surge while idleing. It also dogs down some on take off. I though it was something to do with a sensor but i was not sure does anyone have any ideas....??
     
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    try cleaning your IAC valve, its the big huge hose that connects to your intake, spray some throttle body cleaner down it while someone tries to keep it running
     
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    ...or/and if you can get it off and clean the inside out, better still.
     
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    probably air flow sensor
     
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    If your going to pop the hood, might as well clean both
     
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    This is a HUGE pita on older cars, HUGE.